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u used a bluing chemical on the cleaned rust spots ?
88sins wrote:lovely work bro, well done. see how easy & cheap it was to diy?
with a proper care that little 70 gonna perform well for years to come.
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bossmann wrote:Got the Blue locally?
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Firewall wrote:Hey, so im looking to get back another air rifle soon.
I previously had the hatsan gladius from buckshots. I double fed it a couple of times (which is not supposed to happen because of the anti double feed mechanism)
Im not sure if its because the local ones come with fewer features, or the hatsan feature was poorly implemented.
The gladius was otherwise imo fantastic except for the weight.
Did anybody experience anything similar?
And also, if anybody is selling, or has any idea of what is out there presently. I dont mind either bullpup or long gun.
Buckshots has/had the at44pa, gladius, and bt65. (may not want to buy if the come with less features)
Firewall wrote:Hey, so im looking to get back another air rifle soon.
I previously had the hatsan gladius from buckshots. I double fed it a couple of times (which is not supposed to happen because of the anti double feed mechanism)
Im not sure if its because the local ones come with fewer features, or the hatsan feature was poorly implemented.
The gladius was otherwise imo fantastic except for the weight.
Did anybody experience anything similar?
And also, if anybody is selling, or has any idea of what is out there presently. I dont mind either bullpup or long gun.
Buckshots has/had the at44pa, gladius, and bt65. (may not want to buy if the come with less features)
88sins wrote:Firewall wrote:Hey, so im looking to get back another air rifle soon.
I previously had the hatsan gladius from buckshots. I double fed it a couple of times (which is not supposed to happen because of the anti double feed mechanism)
Im not sure if its because the local ones come with fewer features, or the hatsan feature was poorly implemented.
The gladius was otherwise imo fantastic except for the weight.
Did anybody experience anything similar?
And also, if anybody is selling, or has any idea of what is out there presently. I dont mind either bullpup or long gun.
Buckshots has/had the at44pa, gladius, and bt65. (may not want to buy if the come with less features)
Son, with all this talk about features, you looking to get a shooting platform or you buying a car?
Either way, take my advice, start with the basics. Specifically, what do you want to do with an air rifle and what you expect it to be able to do, then look at simplicity/complexity of build and reliability of function and ease/difficulty to repair or maintain, and move on to weight and ergonomics and aesthetics last.
So say for example you want a rifle for hunting or general plinking, that's powerful or can be made to shoot at a particular level, is accurate, gives you at least 30 shots per fill, is reliable and durable, etc. price of the unit, cost of parts, and choose from what's available best suiting your needs from there.
The hatsan anti double feed system actually works quite well, never had one that didn't perform as it should. Most times when it fails is attributable to user error, not cycling the lever or bolt all the way back till the sear engages properly.
Don't rule out the hatsans, they are VERY good airguns, designed primarily for hunting and the ability to take serious abuse and still perform, while being very easy to work on and cheap to maintain.
88sins wrote:
Son, with all this talk about features, you looking to get a shooting platform or you buying a car?
Either way, take my advice, start with the basics. Specifically, what do you want to do with an air rifle and what you expect it to be able to do, then look at simplicity/complexity of build and reliability of function and ease/difficulty to repair or maintain, and move on to weight and ergonomics and aesthetics last.
So say for example you want a rifle for hunting or general plinking, that's powerful or can be made to shoot at a particular level, is accurate, gives you at least 30 shots per fill, is reliable and durable, etc. price of the unit, cost of parts, and choose from what's available best suiting your needs from there.
The hatsan anti double feed system actually works quite well, never had one that didn't perform as it should. Most times when it fails is attributable to user error, not cycling the lever or bolt all the way back till the sear engages properly.
Don't rule out the hatsans, they are VERY good airguns, designed primarily for hunting and the ability to take serious abuse and still perform, while being very easy to work on and cheap to maintain.
adnj wrote:I am of the opinion that weight and ergonomics are your first priorities for any shooting.
After that, accuracy, function, reliability, aesthetics, or price; your choice.
88sins wrote:gtk, too bad that your priorities are wrong way around.
Ask any serious shooting sports enthusiast or law enforcement officer and they'll tell you the same thing.
Doesn't matter how light or ergonomically comfortable a weapon is if accuracy and reliability have to take second place and you can't hit what you aiming for and your weapon can probably fail on you. Aesthetics truthfully shouldn't even enter the equation, since form should follow function, but it does only because of external design and color differences.
Ergonomic fit or a lack thereof can be enhanced with training and development of musculoskeletal memory, and there's situations where heavier is actually an advantage over lighter, and this is particularly true for long weapons. Some examples are off hand shooting in windy weather and benchrest. A heavier weapon is less easily moved by the breeze than a light one when shooting offhand, and in br a heavier one is less affected by recoil than a lighter one.
In shooting sports, as with many other things, its not a one size fits all situation. And having ones priorities in the wrong order can end up being a very costly mistake. Meaning you will end up buying multiple rifles, finding they don't suit your needs, have to sell it (often at a loss), to start over.
Better to take the time and make your choices based on properly listed criteria from the start.
88sins wrote:adnj wrote:I am of the opinion that weight and ergonomics are your first priorities for any shooting.
After that, accuracy, function, reliability, aesthetics, or price; your choice.
gtk, too bad that your priorities are wrong way around.
Ask any serious shooting sports enthusiast or law enforcement officer and they'll tell you the same thing.
Doesn't matter how light or ergonomically comfortable a weapon is if accuracy and reliability have to take second place and you can't hit what you aiming for and your weapon can probably fail on you. Aesthetics truthfully shouldn't even enter the equation, since form should follow function, but it does only because of external design and color differences.
Ergonomic fit or a lack thereof can be enhanced with training and development of musculoskeletal memory, and there's situations where heavier is actually an advantage over lighter, and this is particularly true for long weapons. Some examples are off hand shooting in windy weather and benchrest. A heavier weapon is less easily moved by the breeze than a light one when shooting offhand, and in br a heavier one is less affected by recoil than a lighter one.
In shooting sports, as with many other things, its not a one size fits all situation. And having ones priorities in the wrong order can end up being a very costly mistake. Meaning you will end up buying multiple rifles, finding they don't suit your needs, have to sell it (often at a loss), to start over.
Better to take the time and make your choices based on properly listed criteria from the start.
Firewall wrote:
I appreciate the wide bredth of your knowledge in this matter.
I would propose a basic assumption that all pcp air rifles available locally are accurate and reliable, using the metric of the rifle itself and not ones skill level (based on the lack of widespread complaints and the fact that a manufacturer is not going to deliberately make a lemon)
Firewall wrote:Additionally, this is a recreational tool and I have no interest in competing or training to overcome ergonomics and develop muscle memory.
Firewall wrote:With regard to the weight, in the instances mentioned, can that be negated considering it is an air rifle? Meaning, if the wind is enough to move the rifle, it will wreak havoc on the pellet and recoil for a pcp is basically nil.
If most of your shooting will be for recreational purposes & from a bench, the only real time you have to deal with the weight is when taking it to & from the shooting area. I not seeing a problem with weight in this situation reallyFirewall wrote:As stated before the hatsan gladius was perfect, (since nobody has stated differently i am assuming the double feed problem was user error) from a bench for me. With scope, light and bipod, it was around 15 - 20lbs though which made carrying it a pain.
Firewall wrote:Based on my criteria from what i have owned previously, weight is a factor to me. Money no object I would buy a fx impact as it ticked all the boxes for me. I almost did a few years ago, but i was required to pay for it without knowing when the shipment was arriving, so i eventually lost interest.
I see a lot of talk about accuracy. What sized 5 and 10 shot groups are you getting and at what range (indoors or outdoors)?88sins wrote:Firewall wrote:
I appreciate the wide bredth of your knowledge in this matter.
I would propose a basic assumption that all pcp air rifles available locally are accurate and reliable, using the metric of the rifle itself and not ones skill level (based on the lack of widespread complaints and the fact that a manufacturer is not going to deliberately make a lemon)
That'd be a very wrong assupmtion. IME I've seen units made (in many brands) of the same model & in the same year, one you could drive nails with & the other you wouldn't be able to hit the broad side of a mountain. Not all are equal, there will be differences and variances from one to the next, and it's these that cause accuracy issuesFirewall wrote:Additionally, this is a recreational tool and I have no interest in competing or training to overcome ergonomics and develop muscle memory.
Then you have no intention to hit what you're aiming at.
No matter if you are shooting standing, kneeling, sitting or prone or from a bench, if you pla to shoot with ANY sort of reliable accuracy, developing muscle memory isn't optional, it's mandatory.Firewall wrote:With regard to the weight, in the instances mentioned, can that be negated considering it is an air rifle? Meaning, if the wind is enough to move the rifle, it will wreak havoc on the pellet and recoil for a pcp is basically nil.
there's things one can do to counter the weight of a heavy rifle, such as using a sling for support, or using your skeletal structure. Wind will always be a problem, but not as big a problem as one might think for the pellet in flight. Depends on pellet weight & shape, BC, velocity & a few ther factors.
Not all PCP rifles are recoilless, their recoil may not be as hard powerful as a springer but it's still there & can affect accuracy.If most of your shooting will be for recreational purposes & from a bench, the only real time you have to deal with the weight is when taking it to & from the shooting area. I not seeing a problem with weight in this situation reallyFirewall wrote:As stated before the hatsan gladius was perfect, (since nobody has stated differently i am assuming the double feed problem was user error) from a bench for me. With scope, light and bipod, it was around 15 - 20lbs though which made carrying it a pain.Firewall wrote:Based on my criteria from what i have owned previously, weight is a factor to me. Money no object I would buy a fx impact as it ticked all the boxes for me. I almost did a few years ago, but i was required to pay for it without knowing when the shipment was arriving, so i eventually lost interest.
There's a saying, "only buy an FX Impact if you want something you always have to FiX". Not me & dem anaemic high tech space gun.
I'd love to get my hands on a LCS SK19 but that's not an option for us here. Hatsan just released the semi/full auto BLITZ in the US earlier this year so IF I were to get something else I might consider that first.
88sins wrote:Firewall wrote:
I appreciate the wide bredth of your knowledge in this matter.
I would propose a basic assumption that all pcp air rifles available locally are accurate and reliable, using the metric of the rifle itself and not ones skill level (based on the lack of widespread complaints and the fact that a manufacturer is not going to deliberately make a lemon)
That'd be a very wrong assupmtion. IME I've seen units made (in many brands) of the same model & in the same year, one you could drive nails with & the other you wouldn't be able to hit the broad side of a mountain. Not all are equal, there will be differences and variances from one to the next, and it's these that cause accuracy issues
From what you are saying here, and what Pugbog is echoing, it seems that I have been very lucky to get accurate and reliable items both times I purchased. Now that I am aware, that changes the complexion of the decision significantly. I will need to look for a dealer who will be able to stand behind the productFirewall wrote:Additionally, this is a recreational tool and I have no interest in competing or training to overcome ergonomics and develop muscle memory.
Then you have no intention to hit what you're aiming at.
No matter if you are shooting standing, kneeling, sitting or prone or from a bench, if you pla to shoot with ANY sort of reliable accuracy, developing muscle memory isn't optional, it's mandatory.
Maybe I am misunderstanding what you mean by muscle memory.
What I mean is that I have no intention of re-learning to hold an air rifle which is definitely uncomfortable for me.
Obviously I will practice with any rifle I choose, to increase precision.Firewall wrote:With regard to the weight, in the instances mentioned, can that be negated considering it is an air rifle? Meaning, if the wind is enough to move the rifle, it will wreak havoc on the pellet and recoil for a pcp is basically nil.
there's things one can do to counter the weight of a heavy rifle, such as using a sling for support, or using your skeletal structure. Wind will always be a problem, but not as big a problem as one might think for the pellet in flight. Depends on pellet weight & shape, BC, velocity & a few ther factors.
Not all PCP rifles are recoilless, their recoil may not be as hard powerful as a springer but it's still there & can affect accuracy.If most of your shooting will be for recreational purposes & from a bench, the only real time you have to deal with the weight is when taking it to & from the shooting area. I not seeing a problem with weight in this situation reallyFirewall wrote:As stated before the hatsan gladius was perfect, (since nobody has stated differently i am assuming the double feed problem was user error) from a bench for me. With scope, light and bipod, it was around 15 - 20lbs though which made carrying it a pain.
Weight is an issue when its only me that can enjoy use of the rifle in any instance that might ariseFirewall wrote:Based on my criteria from what i have owned previously, weight is a factor to me. Money no object I would buy a fx impact as it ticked all the boxes for me. I almost did a few years ago, but i was required to pay for it without knowing when the shipment was arriving, so i eventually lost interest.
There's a saying, "only buy an FX Impact if you want something you always have to FiX". Not me & dem anaemic high tech space gun.
Never heard that about the Fx.
But then again, I was considering it years ago when the impact was the new airgun boner. Seems like I dodged a bullet there for what they cost.
I'd love to get my hands on a LCS SK19 but that's not an option for us here. Hatsan just released the semi/full auto BLITZ in the US earlier this year so IF I were to get something else I might consider that first.
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I had a hatsan gladius that i sold 3+ years ago.pugboy wrote:Firewall what pcp you using ?
How it grouping at 25yds ?
88sins wrote:Firewall wrote:
I appreciate the wide bredth of your knowledge in this matter.
I would propose a basic assumption that all pcp air rifles available locally are accurate and reliable, using the metric of the rifle itself and not ones skill level (based on the lack of widespread complaints and the fact that a manufacturer is not going to deliberately make a lemon)
That'd be a very wrong assupmtion. IME I've seen units made (in many brands) of the same model & in the same year, one you could drive nails with & the other you wouldn't be able to hit the broad side of a mountain. Not all are equal, there will be differences and variances from one to the next, and it's these that cause accuracy issuesFirewall wrote:Additionally, this is a recreational tool and I have no interest in competing or training to overcome ergonomics and develop muscle memory.
Then you have no intention to hit what you're aiming at.
No matter if you are shooting standing, kneeling, sitting or prone or from a bench, if you pla to shoot with ANY sort of reliable accuracy, developing muscle memory isn't optional, it's mandatory.Firewall wrote:With regard to the weight, in the instances mentioned, can that be negated considering it is an air rifle? Meaning, if the wind is enough to move the rifle, it will wreak havoc on the pellet and recoil for a pcp is basically nil.
there's things one can do to counter the weight of a heavy rifle, such as using a sling for support, or using your skeletal structure. Wind will always be a problem, but not as big a problem as one might think for the pellet in flight. Depends on pellet weight & shape, BC, velocity & a few ther factors.
Not all PCP rifles are recoilless, their recoil may not be as hard powerful as a springer but it's still there & can affect accuracy.If most of your shooting will be for recreational purposes & from a bench, the only real time you have to deal with the weight is when taking it to & from the shooting area. I not seeing a problem with weight in this situation reallyFirewall wrote:As stated before the hatsan gladius was perfect, (since nobody has stated differently i am assuming the double feed problem was user error) from a bench for me. With scope, light and bipod, it was around 15 - 20lbs though which made carrying it a pain.Firewall wrote:Based on my criteria from what i have owned previously, weight is a factor to me. Money no object I would buy a fx impact as it ticked all the boxes for me. I almost did a few years ago, but i was required to pay for it without knowing when the shipment was arriving, so i eventually lost interest.
There's a saying, "only buy an FX Impact if you want something you always have to FiX". Not me & dem anaemic high tech space gun.
I'd love to get my hands on a LCS SK19 but that's not an option for us here. Hatsan just released the semi/full auto BLITZ in the US earlier this year so IF I were to get something else I might consider that first.
Firewall wrote:I had a hatsan gladius that i sold 3+ years ago.pugboy wrote:Firewall what pcp you using ?
How it grouping at 25yds ?
1/2" 5 shot group at 20 yards was normal using a "bench" with minimal wind.
Offhand was significantly worse, probably 1.5" normally.
adnj wrote:I see a lot of talk about accuracy. What sized 5 and 10 shot groups are you getting and at what range (indoors or outdoors)?
Triniak47 wrote:Why is the LCS SK19 not an option?
88sins wrote:adnj wrote:I see a lot of talk about accuracy. What sized 5 and 10 shot groups are you getting and at what range (indoors or outdoors)?
First off, serious shooters don't wast time with 5 shot groups. 5 shot groups tell you a little, 10 shot groups paint a better picture of what a gun is doing. My personal gun Hatsan BT65, & from a bench, outdoors at 20 yards, gun producing a hair over 40 fpe with 13.43 grain JSB Monster pellets with an ES of 10 fps & SD of 2fps, producing a 10 shot group under an inch, consistently.
Only caveat, this is NOT your standard factory delivered unit. Some work was done on it to get it this accurate. Bore & leade were polished, choke resized, 11* target crown recut & chamfered, modified valve among other things.
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