When I clean my .177 HW 97k rifle using the pull through barrel method, I never get anything like lead or dirt on the patches. They always seem clean. I have been using Hoppes solvent. How should I clean and what solvent do you use. Should I be more aggressive than just using a patch? I have been shooting H&N and AA pellets.

After buying my first pellet gun to deter the squirrels which was a maligned Umarex synergis elite. I did find it fantastic and did meet all of my needs for my yard . It did pique my interest in the whole pellet gun thing which led me to a Reximex rpa after seeing it on YouTube. So I got a hand pump . Oookayy I’m 68 and beat up from a lineman’s carear and motorcycle racing ( road, crashed many times 3 concussions 10 broken bones)
Read All the posts about buying a good one, sorry going cheap first. Get a Amaxon $200 one . So far it works.
Reading more I thought I needed water filtration so bought ( picture) this from Amadon . My troubles begin…

With unwanted "self-tightening" valve spring hopefully corrected, decided on another overall repair attempt. Completed full cleaning and lube, followed by removal of DonnyFL adapter and re-installation of baffles/air stripper. Regulator increased from 130b to 150 and HS adjusted fully in, out enough to just allow side-lever operation. Shotgun patterns and pellet clipping forced return to DonnyFL adapter and (pictured) empty can (STO-FALX) for noise control. Chronograph revealed JSB 33.95s were leaving muzzle @ 650FPS so lighter pellets needed. Out of (26 grain) Predator Polymags, (27.47grain) H&N Barracuda Hunters, JSB Hades (26.54 grain) and H&N FTT (20.06 grain), only Barracudas and Hades grouped. Further HS adjustments and testing showed Hades was best with HS one full turn out, from seated, Six shot group @ 50 yards (pictured) with median of 840 FPS and SD 6.5. More Hades on order, further testing ahead but promising results, WM

.30 cal Skout Evo. Same rifle, barrel, caliber and twist rate that just won the SPAW 100 yd. benchrest competition in November.

Brand new, never even had a scope mounted. Just not for me-truly for a bench shooter or for a younger hunter.

Gun weighs just under 12 # with only an empty magazine and the ARCA plate on it,

Latest upgrades include Skout Tripod, Tesla Moderator and Skout Evo Arca rail,

3 Year Warranty.

$2800.00 invested, Priced at $2450.00 + shipping CONUS OBO -- May trade for an lighter high end rifle in .30 or .25 cal. Prefer to trade of equal value but able to trade up or down with cash in either direction.

Below is some general information about the Skout Evo and the ECR barrel.

The 30Cal ECR ( Electrochemical Rifled ) 25 inch Stainless Steel barrel is a 1:24 twist. This is a barrel that will shoot slugs and pellets.
Electrochemical process for superior firearm rifling

When it comes to the barrel rifling process, Extrude Hone’s Electrochemical Rifling (ECR) distinguishes itself by offering a level of precision and quality that goes beyond the capabilities of traditional methods. With a legacy spanning over two decades, ECR has consistently delivered superior results in terms of rifling quality.

The electrochemical process employed by ECR ensures the creation of precise, polished grooves without any physical contact, thereby applying zero stress to the barrel. This innovative approach mitigates the concerns associated with traditional barrel rifling methods, where stress and potential deformities may compromise the performance of the firearm over time.

SKOUT® EPOCH featured one of the most adjustable, unique and light weight triggers to the airgun world. Unmatched in its versatility, reliability and user experience – much of the trigger system remains intact on the EVO. Simple changes like micro switch position, pivot point and angle of attack have all been utilized to refine the SKOUT® EVO trigger. These changes increase the range of adjustment, felt trigger weight and provide a cleaner “break” feeling to the trigger.

Every component of the EVO’s electronic control system has been tested in real world conditions. The battery pack of the EVO is CE approved and meets all current safety guidelines for lithium batteries, it is also quick charging with a standby time of weeks.

Additionally, the EVO’s electronic components have a modular design, giving the user the ability to repair, replace or customize individual components rather than replacing an entire system.

SKOUT® believes in the Right to Repair, and can provide replacement and repair parts for users who choose to service/repair their own equipment. This is particularly important to shooters in remote locations, or those who frequently travel.

The revised barrel lock system of the EVO allows the shooter to index their barrel without removing it from the airgun. The EVO barrel lock offers infinite adjustment, precise alignment and secure retention.

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Do carbine versions of springers have less power than full length rifles?
About how much less in .22cal?


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Is it myth or real that carbines are easier for a shooter to deal with the hold sensitivity?


A recent thread on AGN made me wonder, but I didn't want to derail it.

Thanks,

Matthias

Hey All!

Sorry I've been gone for so long. Had a wicked back injury to recover from but am back now with vengeance!!

10 SHOT Show vids + big projects from Diana Airguns and Karma Airguns are on deck!

Until then, enjoy this deep dive into the new FX Airguns King .30;

This video is a Review & Owner's guide for the FX Airguns King .30 cal, and it includes advanced instruction on barrel choice & installation, airgun tuning, and 100-yard ammo selection from JTS, ZAN, NSA, JSB, and FX (airgun pellets & slugs). You'll also learn how leverage to your advantage FX Airgun King .30 accessories, such as the Saber Tactical Chassis, DonnyFL Yokozuna, Impulse Air 1350, Saber Tactical Bottle Clamp, Accutac Bipod, Air Marksman 300 Bar Gun Bottle + Fill Tank & Valve, FX True Ballistic Chronograph, Element Optics Titan Scope, UTG Pro Scope Mounts, and more!!!

10 Groups Filmed + All the Good Stuff In Between!!!!!

Enjoy,
Steve

Buy three slugs get one free....

Like new condition. Safe Queen. Comes with 1 RAW Magazine and 2x high cap magazines. Asking $1150 shipped and insured or $1100 if local pick up. PayPal F&F or Zelle. I have a SONUS suppressor for it if interested in $100. Any questions just ask. If Local in Central or southern Florida, I can meet up with you. Can be looked at and picked up if you go to Palm Beach Airguns.

Interesting article on regulator creep for those seeking to better understand it.

View attachment Regulator plenum pressure.pdf

Some have them, and some are still waiting!
Merry Christmas Y'all

OMG I can't believe that I shot somebody's private target yesterday! I wasn't paying attention, it was toward the end of the day when the wind starts up and basically everyone was gone but the range master and maybe 2 other guys. I just finished shooting 400 plus yards but because of the winds, wanted to see how a quick swap (.25 in it currently) to a .22 barrel with the 40 grain Altaros would do at 200 yards. After turning down the speed it did very good and I was shooting these little bunny silhouettes, shot all of them and happened on a target still out on the lune and shot it a couple 5 times...

That was it and I started packing up. I wave hi to one of the guys as we we both were packing up did not speak to him, he waved back. He had this target in his hands and was so proud of it. I did not realize it was the same same target I shot at until this very morning when reviewing some of the footage. OMG!

There was only the three of us shooting at that time and I go friggen shoot his target!

I am so sorry, I will have to see if I can find him next time I go out. I only see him maybe once every couple months out there.


Allen

Truly enjoy doe hunting with my quackenbush rifles . She was at 55 yards broadside . 285 ish grain roundball . Took out both lungs and broke through a rib on the way out . She ran about 40-45 yards and crashed .

Love the R9, but still preferred my tx200. Sold it and regret it

Would like to sell this brand spanking new R9 purchased and tuned by Mike at flying dragon airguns. Literally haven’t even fired the gun since purchasing. Just got my heart set on the air arms instead.

Message for pics or more info.

Asking $450 shipped.

Thanks for looking.

Bought the gun from ThePelletShop, so far so good, no problem. However, firing with factory default suppressor with the gun is still pretty loud. So I decided to put a converter and use Behemoth Silencer from my Leshiy 2.
Oh boy, 5 baffles is already make it so quiet but I do a bit overkill by putting 10 baffles, lol. It's so darn quiet, way too quiet. Look at how long it is now

Here is the sound testing, you can hear it for yourself link

Any ideas? Here is one some guys use. I get a small strip of duct seal big enough to stick necco candy wafers/discs to a target board. I use an old Outers' 22 rimfire trap for a pellet trap. Save the lead for future adventures.
Use the kids' plastic army men from discount stores. I also have hand made similar targets of duct seal. Not much detail but any imaginable shape should work like silhouettes. Reuse them until you can't. They pick up pellets and detritus from the pellet trap. Some ideas to start. As said elsewhere duct seal to hold necco candy discs works well, shoot the disc, then the pieces, then set them on edge. Please put up your experiences and thoughts. Be Well Brothers, dito.

in good shape few lite scratchs on stock its got 1/2 20 threads sticking out factory ldc been removed

Am i correct in assuming that in order to port my breech to 4.5 mm I will need to re-drill and thread this upper threaded section?

My 4.5mm bit hits the threads and doesn't freely pass them down to the air transfer port in the breech. I've removed the o-ring before testing the drill bit.

I have an Air Venturi Avenger 22, bought refurb from Pyramid Air a couple of years ago. I’ve been very happy with it so far. Took it out of the gun safe a few days ago for some target shooting and my compressor won’t charge it past 3000 psi. Put a plug in the end of the charge hose and it goes right up to 4,000 psi no problem, so the problem is in the gun and not the compressor. The gun still shoots fine at 3000 psi, and holds a charge no problem too.

When charging, the pressure gauges on both the compressor and gun agree on 3,000, but it never gets higher. I guess I’m looking at a small leak somewhere on the gun. Any clues where to look?

Hi everyone,

No luck selling everything in one shot, so, I'll sell them any way you like. Let me know what you are interested in and we can work it out.

> Wood stock Avenger in .22 with everything from the factory purchased from Baker Air Guns last summer. It was accurized in our shop with a 20cc plenum, lapped barrel with re-crown, new gauges, interior and exterior shroud to barrel stabilizers, (2) identicle moderators included. This Avenger shoots VERY well. I have targets in same hole out to 40y, and groups in the .200's at 50y, and .450 at 75y. It shoots JSB 16's, 18's, 20 lites, all great. Less optic, $350. Shipped conus.

I also have a VEVOR 4500psi compressor my 4th from them and they are excellent. It has 23 fills (I keep track for filter and oil changes) and I purchased it the same time as the rifle last summer. Comes with all the factory packaging, filters, new oil and original info. Asking $150. I'll split shipping.

FX pocket Chrony wired to run off either batteries or a USB plug/power pack etc. I also have a new unused "eBay" chrony that works great. Both for $80 shipped conus

Avenger Regulator, Factory new unused. $40 shipped conus

Ammo...all .22 cal new in tins
2 tins of jsb Hades 15.89gr. 1000 total.
3 tins of JSB exact jumbo heavys 18.13gr 1500 total
660 total jsb exact jumbo monster 20.83gr light.
Slugs.....
HN slug hp .2165" 5.5mm 200ct.
Zan 30.5gr 135 CT.
NSA .2175 23gr 135 CT.
NSA .2175 20.2gr 110ct.

$150 for all of the ammo shipped! Conus.

If you want to buy multiple things let me know I'm more than happy to make a deal.

Thanks for looking,
Gerry

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GCMAG Classic V2 in .22
Made in the Philippines
Multi-caliber
Rifle and Pistol plarform
Regulated PCP, adjustable output pressure
Match grade trigger
Fully ambidextrous
Tuned for competition

Hammer type cocking similar to USFT rifles of the legend TIM Mcmurray

I was shooting today testing new ammo. I had my FX chronograph out and noticed my FPS was all over the place .(pic below) Can’t turn it up. Degased it then tried turning it all the way down and starting over. When filling back up notice the regulator pressure was going all the way with tank. When it was supposed to be stopping at 145. I bought two months ago from TT. Has anyone else had problems with this on p3? I’m currently getting rid of some of my other toys for the money for a Mora for bench. Got me thinking twice about that now. Has anybody had similar problems with the mora? I know some had problems dealing with barrels on them. If there’s any more known problems for the P3 or the Mora, I would love to know thanks for the info guys. At least I bought it that talon tunes so I know I’ll be taken care of.

Has anyone had any experience purchasing Temu and Amazon optics? I need a night-vision or thermal setup for coyote hunts here in NM. Would rather test the water without draining my bank account.

I double loaded it... as I have done before... but easily cleared. This time the mag will not come out. I am guessing the only option is to still attempt to drive it out from the front unless removing the barrel will let the mag release. I am not usre how the end of the barrel is made at the breach to know if that will help. As a last resort i could knock the mag out with rubber hammer BUT i fear that is likely to damage something else besides just the mag. SUGGESTIONS?