What springer did you shoot today?

[crowski]

Had a good time with my UK cousins. The 177 Sirocco has a trigger guard I made that still needs to get blued(please don’t mention cold blue, it’s crap). Was shooting seed balls from a sycamore tree again. Off hand. Really good squirrel hunting practice. You can usually see misses against the sky to help learn how to hold when shooting up in a tree. Not worried about backdrop because I’m shooting at our 200 acre family farm. If you’re hitting 1 1/4” seeds head shots on squirrels is no problem.
Then set up a can on the lane that goes out to the main road. Shooting 45 - 55 yards off hand of course. Only missed 1 out of over 20 due to a lapse in concentration.
Changed over to my.25 Tomahawk and hit 20 some straight with JSB Kings. Kept rolling the can out to 55y now and missed a few until I found the holdover again and started wacking the can mostly hitting the smaller ends. Not broadside.
I love the Webley but it doesn’t have the polished feel of the Theoben. Large pistol grip on the Theo fits my xx large hands. I’ve had this one 35 years. Running 17 ft lb. I've seen 23 ft lb with the Tommy shooting FTT's. Will not part with these great guns.

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It’s nice to see where your shoots go. I get it with the snow background plus with the snow you see where the deflections go.
Thats awesome shooting offhand. I’ve been trying more lately, definitely a skill.
I’m not familiar with gun but read enough here to want one. That’s a beauty you have. Love the muzzle end. Thanks for showing. Crow

Sighted in my little R7 today at 25yds then shot it at 66yds on my steel prairie dog. Went 8-10 , not bad considering it’s not really meant for this.
Beeman R7 .177
Falcon 7.33gr pellets
USO TS12
Front rest rear bag
Maccari kit with spring , guide and top hat with light lube.
66yds
5.6 mils elevation , 1.9 mils windage from a 25yd zero
Wind was variable 4-6mph from my 8:00
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R7 is an amazing gun. You certainly are proving that. Cool target. Crow

 

[crowski]

I finally got a Vortek spring in my 460, which had a broken spring. My newest gun, bought used.

I definitely think this is my hardest hitting .177. Haven’t cronied it yet but you can tell by the sound. Accurate as well.
‘Next out of the bag HW97kt .177, another lethal treat.

And last out was a TX200 .177. The gun is so comfortable to hold.

This is 30 yd. 3/8 hole 5 shots, first 2 clean through

Awesome day to shoot. Crow

 

[Frogy]

Had a HW98 .22 out for a morning shoot. This has to be one of the easiest guns to shoot. Easy to jack and a great feeling gun.
We only got 2 inches of slop instead of 6 inches snow. Today 38 F. 30 - 40 mph winds, but I’m sheltered.
View attachment 343424I couldn’t resist the HW90 .20. I am hooked on this one.View attachment 343425Can this gun ever deliver. Love the sounds, so much more different. The next pic, 30 yds. 3/8 hole 10 shots. I pulled the one shot, my bad habit.View attachment 343426I’m impressed with the 90. Crow

Got to love those HW90 s

 

[KWK]

Got to love those HW90 s

Did you know Theoben wanted to "keep it in the family"and offered the gas ram to BSA first?

 

[crowski]

Did you know Theoben wanted to "keep it in the family"and offered the gas ram to BSA first?

No I didn’t. Nice to know. |But I wish someone carried BSA today. They have a few springers I’d love to get. I have a BSA Polaris. One on my most accurate rifles Thanks Crow

 

[cjtamu]

I love the thumbhole 97. Great looking gun.

 

[SoCalAirrifles]

well after more research AOA now has them back in stock for $ 529.99 ! free shipping I have hw50s on order . they are telling me some time in April . I'm going to call them tomorrow

Thats good news! Ive had a HW97K in .177 on order from AoA since early October

 

[Frogy]

Thats good news! Ive had a HW97K in .177 on order from AoA since early October

Man since October that would suck !!!! My HW50 been ordered since January of 20 23 not long . They did get a shipment in , but filled earlier back orders ran out before they could got to me . That’s ok I am lucky enough to have plenty of others to shoot . I do have and HW97k 177 it is my go to just to have a relaxing evening or afternoon of shooting once broke in it is a lazier !!! It loves AA 8. 44 pellets I have never done anything but shoot it an in joy it . Well did set trigger to less than a pound you will love it when you get it call them !!!!!

 

[crowski]

I love the thumbhole 97. Great looking gun.

It’s a comfortable stock, I have 2 Beech and one synthetic. The synthetic is identical to the shape of the Beech. Crow

 

[beerthief]

TX 200 .177 trying to clip small branches off testing FT style targeting , fun day . branches won

 

[crowski]

In the morning I cronied the Diana 460. Averaging 970 fps. And building a table from a tree the wind knocked down.
After lunch I had the pleasure to use a TX Hunter .177. An absolute pleasure to shoot. Mid 40’s so didn’t need gloves. Finally. For me the TX’s and Pro Sports feel the best to hold. This gun looks so deadly.

Next gun out was a HW90 .25. I was like a dog chasing his tail. I couldn’t get 2 shots in a row hit even close. Checked out and the scope was ready to fall off. I’m going to tighten after this coffee and try again. We have daylite till 8 PM now, sweet.
Finally I brought out a HW50 .177 Black. This one has a Vortek spring.

Man o man, what a great shooter, love the sound. This could easily be the perfect carry rifle to hunt. If I had a gun like this when I was a kid, some birds would be extinct today. I can see this rifle being used more when the others are too much to jack from aging.
My range is thawing out. I have some tricks up my sleeve for my 45 yd. range to the left of big tree, to the left of exit.

Targets are hard to see as I used lite blue paint which I got for $7. a can normally $12. I’m on my 11th can since Jan. 1. Crow.

 

[Frogy]

In the morning I cronied the Diana 460. Averaging 970 fps. And building a table from a tree the wind knocked down.
After lunch I had the pleasure to use a TX Hunter .177. An absolute pleasure to shoot. Mid 40’s so didn’t need gloves. Finally. For me the TX’s and Pro Sports feel the best to hold. This gun looks so deadly. View attachment 344007Next gun out was a HW90 .25. I was like a dog chasing his tail. I couldn’t get 2 shots in a row hit even close. Checked out and the scope was ready to fall off. I’m going to tighten after this coffee and try again. We have daylite till 8 PM now, sweet.
Finally I brought out a HW50 .177 Black. This one has a Vortek spring. View attachment 344008Man o man, what a great shooter, love the sound. This could easily be the perfect carry rifle to hunt. If I had a gun like this when I was a kid, some birds would be extinct today. I can see this rifle being used more when the others are too much to jack from aging.
My range is thawing out. I have some tricks up my sleeve for my 45 yd. range to the left of big tree, to the left of exit. View attachment 344014Targets are hard to see as I used lite blue paint which I got for $7. a can normally $12. I’m on my 11th can since Jan. 1. Crow.

that TX is a fine looking rifle! the HW50 black I haven't seen as an options in the states . it too is nice that truly is a nice shooting range. I have to move mine around all summer for mowing ! glade to see the snow is leaving thank you for posting frogs

 

[crowski]

that TX is a fine looking rifle! the HW50 black I haven't seen as an options in the states . it too is nice that truly is a nice shooting range. I have to move mine around all summer for mowing ! glade to see the snow is leaving thank you for posting frogs

Thanks. You’re going to be blown away when you get your 50. Nice choice.

The range I was looking at today. My buddy who a few times a year I go shoot up on his range. On his property he has thousands of dead trees, the trunks are dry and solid. They are up to 40 ft. long with only 4 in. diameter base. I string these between trees and hang targets from them. Next time I go up I’ll grab a few more poles.
I shoot into a hill and to be covered in snow is bonus. You know where all your shots go, even after
Don’t mind snow on range. Just not on the driveway.
I don’t know what I did to this post. Crow

 

[SoCalAirrifles]

Man since October that would suck !!!! My HW50 been ordered since January of 20 23 not long . They did get a shipment in , but filled earlier back orders ran out before they could got to me . That’s ok I am lucky enough to have plenty of others to shoot . I do have and HW97k 177 it is my go to just to have a relaxing evening or afternoon of shooting once broke in it is a lazier !!! It loves AA 8. 44 pellets I have never done anything but shoot it an in joy it . Well did set trigger to less than a pound you will love it when you get it call them !!!!! View attachment 343947

Shes sweet! Yeah I had ordered a .20 HW97K in blue laminate that I did receive with that December shipment. So plenty of shooting entertainment for me. Also have the HW97K.22 from a few years back just love em and wanted to shoot the whole spectrum of calibers.

 

[peaceful_ruler]

50 fpe .22 PCP vs 14 fpe .177 Springer…both at 50 yards are doing sub moa…granted, if there is any wind the PCP is much more effective but…the springer just has more soul. Yup, the HW97K is truly PCP accurate out to 50 yards when I do my part.

This particular 97 has a Vortek kit that was installed by JT as well as some other tuning that he did. At 14 fpe with an air stripper and moderator it is about as loud as my untuned HW30 at 7 fpe!

No, I can't shoot groups like this every day but when it comes together it feels so GOOD

One things for sure, the springer will humble you if you don't have a consistent shot process! I'm 100% sure that owning and shooting springers has improved my shooting capabilities.

The only question lingering in my mind is...how would this rifle be in .20?

 

[Teber66]

Being it’s windy as heck here today I decided to strip my R7 down , clean it up and relube it very lightly with moly/silicone. Plus I wanted to see if a different lube other than what I got with my ARH kit made any difference. Being as it was windy I only shot 15yds(13 through the barn and the last 2 out the barn door). Shot two five shot groups of the following pellets.

 

[Frogy]

Well tonight was the Hw97k 177 a the HW90 22 cal still shooting my winter range. I shoot from inside my house all winter I have target set outside from 25 to55 yards (I’m not as tuff as crowski ) . I have all my steel s mounted on platform so I can move them around So hopefully to get setup outside soon

 

[Septicdeath]

Just received this Hatsan 105X .22 today working good out of the box. Cleaned barrel. And shot it at 40 yards open sights. Without even adjusting the sights . Pretty darn good. Best $99 I've spent in a while.

I have one in .25 i really like alot, and when I seen Hatsan is selling them at closeout fir $99 I had to buy one. They have them in all the calibers.

If you have ever had the hankering to try a .25 I'd jump on this deal.

Seem the .22 is going to be a good one too.

 

[Windmill01]

In the morning I cronied the Diana 460. Averaging 970 fps. And building a table from a tree the wind knocked down.
After lunch I had the pleasure to use a TX Hunter .177. An absolute pleasure to shoot. Mid 40’s so didn’t need gloves. Finally. For me the TX’s and Pro Sports feel the best to hold. This gun looks so deadly. View attachment 344007Next gun out was a HW90 .25. I was like a dog chasing his tail. I couldn’t get 2 shots in a row hit even close. Checked out and the scope was ready to fall off. I’m going to tighten after this coffee and try again. We have daylite till 8 PM now, sweet.
Finally I brought out a HW50 .177 Black. This one has a Vortek spring. View attachment 344008Man o man, what a great shooter, love the sound. This could easily be the perfect carry rifle to hunt. If I had a gun like this when I was a kid, some birds would be extinct today. I can see this rifle being used more when the others are too much to jack from aging.
My range is thawing out. I have some tricks up my sleeve for my 45 yd. range to the left of big tree, to the left of exit. View attachment 344014Targets are hard to see as I used lite blue paint which I got for $7. a can normally $12. I’m on my 11th can since Jan. 1. Crow.

Crow are those lead stalagmites coming out of the snow underneath your metal targets?
Gary

 

[crowski]

Crow are those lead stalagmites coming out of the snow underneath your metal targets?
Gary

Hey Gary, good to hear from you.
I’ve got so many of these.

New Canadian currency.
I’m building a safe house for Superman.
Hope your back and mended?
Crow