Hello @manabeknives
Hello @rsfridWell, it's snowing up a storm outside, but I am hunkered down in the basement. I just realized yesterday that the oscillating fan next to my targets may be influencing some of the impacts, even at 7 yards. Maybe I'll try this with fan shut off? Perhaps tomorrow
After retuning my Atomic which had slid from 700fps down to 650fps, I shot these 5 meter targets with ole trusty to remind myself how well it shoots. I put up the Atomic for today as it doesn't shoot real consistently. These are 5 shot groups, rested.
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Wow! What a deal! I'll trade my 3/16” drill bit for your 22 junker rifle, the one that can't hit outside the X ring!Hello @rsfrid
Well I see that you got your electric drill with the 3/16" drill bit working again .....
Tell you what I will do, I'll trade you my favorite bag of marbles for that ole pistol
ThomasT
Ross, fabulous card with your Atomic! Looks like it likes that higher speed for accuracy! Like said above, very clean!Well, it's snowing up a storm outside, but I am hunkered down in the basement. I just realized yesterday that the oscillating fan next to my targets may be influencing some of the impacts, even at 7 yards. Maybe I'll try this with fan shut off? Perhaps tomorrow
After retuning my Atomic which had slid from 700fps down to 650fps, I shot these 5 meter targets with ole trusty to remind myself how well it shoots. I put up the Atomic for today as it doesn't shoot real consistently. These are 5 shot groups, rested.
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Sounds like you are doing the right thing. I call it "getting into the zone", but you are correct: this short range practice will help with distance shooting. You'd use the same technique, same hold, etc. but add in good wind calls.
Ross, like you, Thomas and many others, I really enjoy the process of a methodical routine to get desired results. This is true with all my hobbies, PCP shooting, fishing, cooking and golf! Each makes me do certain things in order to be successful. That's why shooting PCP 's is so satisfying yet hard to get super consistent accuracy because these regulated PCP's rarely miss...it's all on me if a shot is missed! But I really do enjoy the process
. I have some of the light weight NSA slugs coming in a few sizes on it's way, as well a a selection of current slugs on the market. I received a new scope yesterday, but the rings got delayed. I purchased a Delta Stryker 5-50 x 56. It has a 34mil tube, which i have zero rings for. 1st set ordered were lost on amazon, so i ordered a second set from AoU ..we'll see which comes in first. Having a new scope and no rings totally sucks!! The peller sizer won't be delivered until next week..sad. Got a new gem scale as well. The range bag is coming together...not sure what else i need or can afford...lol. Maybe a range that's closer to my house?? I'll keep you in the loop, and thans for all your suggestions.
Hello @RanchibiRoss, like you, Thomas and many others, I really enjoy the process of a methodical routine to get desired results. This is true with all my hobbies, PCP shooting, fishing, cooking and golf! Each makes me do certain things in order to be successful. That's why shooting PCP 's is so satisfying yet hard to get super consistent accuracy because these regulated PCP's rarely miss...it's all on me if a shot is missed! But I really do enjoy the process
Mike! I have a feeling that you're gonna REALLY LIKE that Delta Stryker! Take your time with the slugs, start with the smallest diameter and move up. If you start with the larger diameter that maybe TOO LARGE in diameter, it's possible you may bend or break the probe. With my RAW, which is detuned to shoot 18gr pellets @ 970fps, NSA 17.5gr .2175 & NSA 20.2gr .2175 @ 950 & 930fps respectively, loading is snug, quite snug but still smooth FYI, that's the size that gives the best spin stabilization thru my barrel, your size could be different. Enjoy your new scope and have fun with the slugs!
Thomas, glad your weather isn't terrible and a high of 73 is nice, great card @ 25yds!
