Sheridan Back to 5mm....?

[Bear-of-Grayling]

Not having a Sheridan since the early 1980’s, and owning/selling a few Weihrauch 5mm’s, I swore them off after getting into 22 caliber. Then, I got a Benjamin 392 that brought it all back. I have been enjoying this 22 caliber 392 pumper and shooting it more than I have Springers in a few years. So, I decided to get a Sheridan again. Always wanted the Silver Streak but never got one. Picked up this one from a fellow member here (Thank You!) and a newer 2003 also. To beat all, I sold all my 5mm pellets a couple years ago to a fellow member (I can hear him smiling) to boot. Oh well, I won’t shoot these as much as the 392 anyway. I may not shoot as many shots in a session as a barrel cocker, but I’m definitely having more sessions. Nice to have back in my life again.

 

[mj102]

I have a nice maple SC stock I’m thinking I need a .20 HW30 to drop in it

 

[Motorhead]

Very nice !! Sharp looking 392 indeed

Indeed the vintage Sheridans are nostalgic for a lot of us older AG's. Restored a "1966" Blue Streak myself 6-7 years ago.

 

[Barn Owl]

Lovely looking rifles. Thanks for posting.

 

[Treefrog]

Nice guns.

There's just something special aout an older Sheridan.

Cheers,

J~

 

[beerthief]

I have 2 , one silver streak and a blue streak , the blue streak needs trigger work as it fires mostly when the rocker safety is released .
The silver is still very hard to cock the bolt back , i put a "cord T handle" hanging from the bolt to pull it back .

 

[Simplemann]

Very nice Looks brand new and the peep sights just seals the deal . I've said this here many time, but I'm going to say it again! I'm a fan of multi-pumps

 

[holo07]

Can’t go wrong with the old 5mm

 

[beerthief]

Think my sheridan needs a new sear , thinking the person b4 me was too aggressive in polishing . I don't think my fingerprint even flexes when i go to squeeze the trigger just barely feel the trigger on my finger . Boom!

 

[Septicdeath]

Have a SS and BS, awesome pumpers

 

[SteveP-52]

Have a '73 Silver Streak. Sweet shooter and very much likes JSB 13.73's.

 

[Barn Owl]

How many ftlbs does a Silver Streak put out when it's working nicely?

 

[maxtrouble]

I was lucky enough to find a new old stock '72 Blue Streak. Great pumper, way ahead of the competition. The box had massive water damage, saved the rifle.

 

[SteveP-52]

How many ftlbs does a Silver Streak put out when it's working nicely?

Mine with JSB 13.73's and 6 pumps averages 603 fps for 11.09fpe. 8 pumps with the same 13.73's averages 665 fps for 13.49fpe.

 

[Barn Owl]

Nice power to pump ratio. Pumping can tedious. Don't see them in the UK very often but I'd be tempted if I did.

Mine with JSB 13.73's and 6 pumps averages 603 fps for 11.09fpe. 8 pumps with the same 13.73's averages 665 fps for 13.49fpe.

 

[SpiralGroove]

Yeah, the Blue Streak was my first serious airgun at age 7.
The gun was pretty much too big for me and required all my strength to pump and cock.
But boy, was it an accurate rifle.
- However, got a Crosman 760 at age 10 and really never shot the Sheridan much again.
Just shows you (as a Kid) how manageability and decent accuracy can overcome a quality, superior shooting gun.

 

[Motorhead]

Think my sheridan needs a new sear , thinking the person b4 me was too aggressive in polishing . I don't think my fingerprint even flexes when i go to squeeze the trigger just barely feel the trigger on my finger . Boom!

Could just be a TOO SOFT of spring, as changing them out or shortening is what folks do to lighten up the trigger pull ?

 

[Motorhead]

Could just be a TOO SOFT of spring, as changing them out or shortening is what folks do to lighten up the trigger pull ?

Tell us if you get it corrected / fixed

 

[r1lover]

Hey Dan, when you get tired of that Sheridan send it my way. I miss mine and your old pellets are here waiting for it (smiling loudly).

 

[Wadcutter]

Nice Sheridans! Benjamin/Sheridan switched to beech by at least May 2003, so your C9A must have been manufactured right at tail end of the walnut supply.