I spent some time with my new .30 Leshiy 2 today. Using the 250mm barrel, 250 shroud (w/STO insert), 350cc tank and Romeo1 pro 1x30 miniature reflex (6 MOA), it still fits folded very nicely in a heavy duty laptop travel case. I shot it in my back yard after asking my neighbor to listen to see if she thought it was too loud. She said it was not loud at all and much quieter than when I chopped wood. I guess that is good enough for daytime use?
I had not zeroed in the Romeo yet (bore sight only) but here is my first 8 shot pattern at 20 yards, hand held and standing. Loaded with JSB 44.75gr Hades. This is typical of how I would use the rifle for pest control. Right now, I have it regulated at just under 120 BAR for noise control, but if I have any penetration problems, or need to shoot longer range, I will turn this up a bit.
The top shot and bottom two were me trying to figure out the trigger.
Took me 8 more rounds to dial in the Romeo. Not too bad for standing handheld?
This rifle shoots and handles much better than I was expecting. This is my first air rifle, and the trigger is a little different than anything I have shot before but it is consistent. Truly a fine rifle.
Yeah, I think we are ready to help out the chickens…