Spearguns

Of course! At decathlon.com.gr you will find a comprehensive collection of spearguns for every underwater hunting technique, designed for both beginners and experienced divers looking for reliability and precision in every shot. Choose between short and versatile guns (50cm-75cm) ideal for hole fishing, as well as longer models (90cm+) with high-rigidity aluminum barrels for long, accurate shots. Most of our models feature ergonomic handles and come ready-to-use with their shaft and bands, so you can dive without delay. To be fully prepared, you can combine your new gun with a specialized carrying bag to protect your equipment, as well as a durable stringer to carry your catches comfortably to shore!

The speargun is the fundamental tool of the underwater hunter. Simply put, it works just like an underwater bow: it stores energy (either through stretched rubber bands or compressed air) and releases it instantly when the trigger is pulled to launch the shaft toward the target. Since it is a weapon that requires maximum caution, responsibility, and proper knowledge, correct maintenance is everything. To keep your spearguns in excellent condition, make sure to regularly check their consumables, such as the shafts, tips, and bands, and store them safely in a specialized carrying bag after every dive!

The main difference between the two types lies in how the power to launch the shaft is generated, which directly affects their behavior, aiming, and maintenance in the water. The band speargun operates with external rubber bands and offers easy, intuitive aiming due to its slim profile, quiet operation, and extremely simple maintenance, as you can change its consumables yourself even on the beach. Conversely, the pneumatic model uses an internal piston with pre-compressed air, ensuring much greater impact power and superior maneuverability in short gun lengths, making it ideal for narrow crevices and holes. The final choice depends entirely on the locations and techniques you prefer.

The correct length for a beginner is determined based on the ease of loading, maneuverability in the water, and the fishing technique they will follow in their first steps. The golden rule for every beginner is to avoid long lengths (90cm and above) that are difficult to load and start with a versatile gun of 60cm to 75cm. This length allows the new diver to learn the basic movements and experiment with both hole fishing and their first shallow ambushes without struggling to manage a longer barrel.

For fishing in rocky areas, where underwater hunting focuses mainly on cracks, dens, and holes, the ideal gun must combine a short length, top maneuverability, and instant power. You can choose between a 55cm-75cm band speargun, which loads quickly and easily, or a small pneumatic model, which facilitates your movements in crevices and holes. Additionally, to protect the point of your gear from inevitable contact with rocks, you can choose durable shafts and spare tips for your speargun. And don't forget to equip yourself with a durable, reinforced wetsuit, as well as gloves and neoprene booties that will protect you from scrapes, sharp reefs, or sea urchins when entering and exiting the water.

Yes, of course there are spearguns specifically designed for beginners, which focus on ease of use, safety, and simplicity during loading. The ideal choice for someone taking their first steps in spearfishing is classic band spearguns with a barrel length of 60cm to 75cm. These sizes offer excellent maneuverability in the water and, most importantly, are very easy to load without requiring great muscle strength or special technique. They usually feature a closed muzzle that keeps the shaft securely in place so the beginner doesn't get confused, while offering a very simple and clean line of sight for those first close shots in shallow waters.