Recent content by John "spysir" Blount

  1. John "spysir" Blount

    Who makes the best barrels for air rifles?

    Pardon the additional bump. Why has no one purchased the (original LD - not the second batch or the small batch an airgun maker I know had to through away -OUCH) Benchmark on the classifieds? Now I haven't because #1 no $$$ and 2 I can no longer shoot that well (at all). But people say...
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    Other Air pistol silhouette shooters-assistance in identifying these?

    Look to sturdy to have not been home made ( saving $$$). Could it have been Mike Stempson (SP) , used to make such things but no more (?). Diablo may well still use similar and point you in the right direction. https://diablorodandgun.com/air-gun-silhouettes/ John
  3. John "spysir" Blount

    Pellet sizers

    You could try a rounded pellet seater. Once upon a time Beeman sold them likely someone does. https://www.pyramydair.com/blog/2006/12/beeman-pell-seat-does-it-work/ John
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    Hawke Warranty Experience?

    Sure, Every hawke scope I've tried had to be sent in for warranty. After the original SR6, SR12 hawke designed by Nick Jenkins(sp)? with Japan glass came out a had dozen folks from the club grabbed one and within 1 year on the market everyone agreed, Hawke warranties more scopes than anyone...
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    FX LOTHAR WALTHER BARRELS ** NOT FOR SALE ***. Just an FYI

    Maybe click over here: https://www.airgunnation.com/forums/how-to-this-site.1253165/ John
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    From which point do you range your targets?

    Makes no difference. Personally from end of barrel but it's just easier for me to use he barrel lined up with the tape. John John
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    2 or 3 liter 5500 psi tanks?

    Careful! So the valve can handle it. Nice, but, AF did not design the rifle for that pressure. Small tank nope, Large Nitrogen tank do come in 6,000psi. John
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    Tuning Who can rebuild and tunes these?

    You might call David Slade and ask. https://www.airgunwerks.com/ John
  9. John "spysir" Blount

    HW/Weihrauch Ring modification

    Wont work with all scopes (saddle may contact) but BKL does have a 100 moa at 100 yards mount BKL-260D7-MB Certainly will Not move on a springer. John
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    How to posts in classifieds?

    Posting for sale adds in the PCP section of the forum will likely not help you get your 12 meaningful post. John
  11. John "spysir" Blount

    Other Truth behind Macavity Arms Prototype Airgun

    Same owner as schmidt digital air gauges. Just have to wait and see how the QC & support is. John
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    Other Truth behind Macavity Arms Prototype Airgun

    According to the owner from the poem (& books?) Beginning: Macavity's a Mystery Cat: he's called the Hidden Paw - For he's the master criminal who can defy the Law. He's the bafflement of Scotland Yard, the Flying Squad's despair: For when they reach the scene of crime – Macavity's not there...
  13. John "spysir" Blount

    Hello from Maine - newbie question(s)

    Welcome to your childhood. You are certain to have fun. 1st how close are you to the nearest Club? Or other airgunner, There are some somewhere in your Stat, You would learn more at an FT (any) airgun match/shoot (note: club shooters Never own 1 airgun then again most airgunners own more...
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    FX M3 Tension Block - Part B10339

    The only FX experience I have was way back with wood & metal never need an oring good to go from the box day's. Looking at (some?) diagram might they be o-rings as in "b13 & B12" on this diagram: https://krafordandlypt.com/pages/fx-impact-m3-schematic Naturally some on this forum Will know...
  15. John "spysir" Blount

    Advice on initial purchase.

    With your stated use do not overlook the QB 78 line. Co2 should be fine (poi will change with temp but likely not much in your use & range) . A .177 is all that is needed. John