Which high end FT gun?

[Uglyjohn]

Thanks to all who took the time to reply here. Feedback from those of you who own,use or have shot various guns in this group is a wonderful asset and just one of the reasons why AGN is such a great site. Mike, your response was really over the top - well thought out and filled with insight about things that a rookie might never consider. Uj

 

[rhawk0451]

Mike,
I want one. 
​There's a lot of information in your post and I for one really appreciate you sharing this knowledge.

I really love my fully loaded Steyr and Sightron combo. I'm starting my 2nd year shooting FT and laying down the cash for this rig was a huge stretch for me so I'll be dancing with the one I brought. Hopefully getting to know my equipment and some hard work will payoff as it has for many others. If the fun and excitement is still there in a few years perhaps I can step up to a Thomas someday.

I really like the fact that with the Thomas you have several rifles and a great pistol all in one. When you look at it like that I believe it would a great investment for anyone wanting to get into or excel in this great sport. A great platform for sure.

​Congratulations on your success, Team Thomas and all the many Thomas owners out there.

 

[22Jim]

Mike's post explains why he and his Thomas Air Rifles are at the top of the FT and Airgun Benchrest universe. Both of them are first class and a joy to know,

Jim in Sacramento

 

[thomasair]

Thanks for the kind words, guys. 

Jim, are you heading down to Phoenix for the GP next week? Hope to see you there.

Rhawk...I completely understand. There is plenty of proof out there that the Steyr is a capable winner. 

Mike

 

[sonny]

very interesting, thanks for all your input. I definitely agree in two equal shooters the one wit the best equipment has the edge.

 

[John "spysir" Blount]

Mainly, which have you tried and how did YOU like them? 
Shooting at the local TN clubs I would expect top see every rifle you mentioned even at a short call shoot and the owners would all be happy to give you all the details and let you shoot there's.

If you havent do get to your local club a.s.a.p. , if you haven't a rifle for FT at all ( run what ya brung is fine tho ) call ahead & post & such and someone will be happy to lend you something for the day. After a match you should be able to shoot any airgun you like.


John

 

[mtngerry59]

I want Chas barrel in my Thomas !

 

[chasdicapua]

Gerry, it's definitely about the barrel, as someone mentioned earlier in this thread. Just lucky I got a really good one. Just one point away from a 1500 105x (750 49x, 749 56x) yesterday at Holbrook. Dropped it on target #24 no less!! I don't take credit for that score. It's the rifle (TM1000) and fortunate barrel combo. 

Chas

 

[Strever]

Chas
nice shooting
you know it is more then just the barrel
did Paul shoot ?

 

[Strever]

i don't know which is worst
a 9 on bull 1 or bull 25

"chasdicapua" Dropped it on target #24 no less!!
Chas

 

[chasdicapua]

Thanks Dick. I think 25 is worse that 1, but not by much! Paul didn't shoot, but his hands are starting to get a little better. After 2 years it was finially diagnoised as Lyme Disease. So, he's being treated for that and should see some improvement.

 

[Kim]

"chasdicapua"Gerry, it's definitely about the barrel, as someone mentioned earlier in this thread. Just lucky I got a really good one. Just one point away from a 1500 105x (750 49x, 749 56x) yesterday at Holbrook. Dropped it on target #24 no less!! I don't take credit for that score. It's the rifle (TM1000) and fortunate barrel combo. 
Chas

Great shooting and consistency Chas!

LW poly + JSB 13.4s? If so, do you sort pellets (weigh / air gauge / etc)?

Thanks!

Kim

 

[chasdicapua]

Yes, LW poly and JSB monsters. I sort by head size with a pellet gauge and weigh. 

Thanks

Chas

 

[Strever]

Chas
how long does it take you to do a tin of monsters with the pellet gauge ?
it takes me approx 1 hr with the air gauge

Dick

 

[mtngerry59]

Chas, its also that very "calm" mind that you have........... good thing you don't have an air gauge!!! lol

 

[mtngerry59]

"sonny"very interesting, thanks for all your input. I definitely agree in two equal shooters the one wit the best equipment has the edge.

Also and more importantly 2 equally excellent guns of different brands, the better shooter will win with either gun.........

 

[chasdicapua]

I'd say it takes about the same amount of time with the pellet gauge. An hour, maybe a bit less.

Chas

 

[Strever]

thank you Chas
a friend wanted to know which was faster or easier sorting

 

[govols]

Yep Bobby won 2017 open class with his Mac1 USFT. And he used no straps or shooting Jacket. Somebody won the 2016 Tennessee State open class with a .20 cal USFT with no straps or shooting jacket. 

 

[scrane]

The Air Arms EV2 and FTP 900 have also been very successful dedicated FT guns.