.22 [Weihrauch] HW100 KT Laminate Thumb-Hole

Description:

The Weihrauch HW100KT Laminate is a premium German-made pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifle, part of Weihrauch’s highly regarded HW100 series. It is widely praised in the airgun community for its exceptional build quality, accuracy, smooth handling, and quiet performance.

 

Model Breakdown

• HW100KT: “K” stands for Karbine (compact/short barrel version), and “T” for Thumbhole stock. This makes it a maneuverable carbine-length rifle ideal for hunting and field use.
• Laminate: Refers to the high-quality laminated wood stock, which offers excellent stability, weather resistance, and a striking tiger-striped appearance (often in brown/grey tones with a satin finish).

There are adjustable (“ADJ” or “Laminate Adjustable”) versions with a height-adjustable cheekpiece and butt pad for a custom fit.

 

Key Specifications (Classic HW100KT Laminate)

These are typical for the well-established pre-2025/2026 models based on multiple reviews and tests:

• Calibres: .177 and .22 (.20 by special order)
• Action: Side-lever, regulated, multi-shot PCP
• Magazine: 14-shot (robust, simple alloy design with spares widely available)
• Barrel length: ~310–324 mm (12.2–12.75")
• Overall length: ~920–965 mm (36–38")
• Weight: ~3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) unscoped
• Fill pressure: 200 bar
• Shot count (approximate, regulated): 50–60+ in .177; 70–85+ in .22 (varies with conditions and exact model)
• Trigger: Excellent 2-stage adjustable match trigger with manual resettable safety
• Silencer: Highly effective Weihrauch moderator (very quiet “tok” report)
• Stock: Ambidextrous laminate thumbhole (adjustable cheek and butt on ADJ models)

 

Design and Features

The rifle uses a fast, smooth side-lever action (often with a drop-down biathlon-style handle on newer examples) and a quick-fill system. It is fully regulated for shot-to-shot consistency. The laminate stock is ambidextrous, features a raked pistol grip with stippling/finger grooves, and provides a secure, comfortable hold. Adjustable models allow precise cheek height, fore/aft, and lateral positioning plus butt pad adjustment for perfect scope alignment.

 

It includes a Picatinny rail option on many examples and is threaded for moderators (½" UNF). The on-board pressure gauge is functional, though some prefer a separate tank gauge.

 

Performance

Reviews consistently highlight:

• Accuracy — Match-grade performance; sub-½" groups at 40 yards and tight clusters at longer ranges are common with good pellets (e.g., Air Arms Diabolo Field).
• Trigger — One of the best in class — crisp, predictable, and highly adjustable.
• Quietness — The silencer makes it exceptionally discreet for hunting.
• Handling — The compact KT carbine format is well-balanced and stable on aim without being heavy.
• Reliability — Typical Weihrauch German engineering — durable and consistent over thousands of shots.

It excels in pest control (ratting, etc.), hunter field target (HFT), and general plinking/target shooting.

 

Who Is It For?

This rifle suits shooters who want a top-tier, reliable, and refined PCP that feels like a precision tool rather than a basic airgun. It is especially popular with hunters who value compactness and quietness, as well as those who appreciate German engineering and a beautiful, functional stock. Many owners and reviewers call versions of the HW100KT Laminate among the best Weihrauch rifles ever made (or “best of its kind” in the sub-12 ft-lbs category).

The laminate stock not only looks stunning but is practical — it won’t warp like traditional wood and holds adjustments well.

If you’re considering buying one, try to handle both a classic and an X model if possible, as the shot count and weight improvements in the X series are meaningful for extended sessions. Check current stock and exact specs with a reputable dealer, as configurations (adjustable vs non-adjustable, exact silencer, etc.) vary.