Zeroed my Notos today outside finally ... After 5 shots it went from firing normal with authority to a "plink" sound when I pulled trigger with nothing happening. Got pellet out of breech, shut off air from Huben valve, degassed the plenum, closed bleed screw and reopened pressure from Huben to the Notos. Same thing, nothing but the sound of the trigger releasing and a "plink" sound. Cocks fine (seems to at least.) The only thing I have done recently was adjusting the trigger pull to slightly lighter.

Any thoughts? Pressure shows 4000 psi on input side, 1900 psi on output side.

Bummed it's ALWAYS worked perfectly.

Had a revelation of sort the other day in the woods hunting. I own an alpha wolf and a wildcat bt. I love shooting bullpups but the revelation for me was they kind of suck carrying in the woods. I would much rather carry a full length rifle. I think the shortness of the bullpup is a shortcoming in the carry department. Am I crazy ?? I don’t find it comfortable carrying with the stock shoved in my armpit and gun resting over my forearm. The shortness of the gun makes it not fit. To rest it over your shoulder holding the stock in your hang just doesn’t feel as good as a long gun carried that way. Too short…. Just don’t love the AW for that situation…it’s heavy. The best way for me to carry the wildcat is just grabbing it by one of the cut outs in the stock and letting it hang down. In my mind the short gun should be better, more maneuverable. Maybe it’s just because I was brought up as a kid always using a full length rifle carrying it in one of the two ways described. Anyone else just prefer a regular rifle for carrying through the woods ?

I've recently started trying something new. I started trying get my left side comfortable with shooting. I'm only trying right now from bench rest but want to progress to being able to do off hand as well. I've been having some success in getting the mechanics worked out except for my eye. Left eye seems to lose focus even though I don't have problems with my eyes. I suspect that the problem will fix itself the more I work on it.

I decided to take on this challenge because you just never know when you might encounter a left leaning squirrel and I want to be prepared.

Here they are. Charles

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I have had this scope less than a year. I had it mounted and shot it a couple times and it has sat in the safe since. I don’t see any ring marks or scratches. It’s in excellent condition. $350 shipped in the US
PayPal preferred

Hey guys any1 achieve or is it possible to hit 950-1000fps with avenger 25 cal ? That's out of the box with just turning up hammer spring.

Hello All,
Im wondering into unchartered territory on a budget.
Looking for a "cheap" jacket to try out a few new classes.
Any input on these Creedmoor jackets? Im a big guy and want something that will actually fit.
Measuring at 49" snug so 50" gave a tad bit of room, thats with a tshirt.
Thanks

PS - Search only gave 2 old threads and none really addressed this specific jacket. Im not buying anything beyond this at this time. Seem some nice ones out there but if I stick with shooting a class that allows a jacket I may upgrade down the road.

Driving up to Indiana Air Gun show on Friday as i do not want to leave at 3 AM Saturday .
Three days to go , getting excited !
Stan in KY .

I am going to build a shooting bench for a public airgun shooting range. I am building it as an addition to the local rifle range.
It will be sitting out in the sun and weather all the time.
So pressure treated wood obviously.
I am going to be using this bench myself all the time so I’m going to make it nice. Router the edges paint or stain.
It has to be in a public place. The range is secure . But I don’t want to moved or stolen.
So I plan to over build it and assemble it on sight so it is really heavy.
I have plans and actually have most of the wood left over from other projects . Just need a 4x4 and the bolts and screws. Probably have them too but I am to lazy to round them up. And the top decking.
I plan to use 1 1/4x6 deck boards for the top surface.
Should I use deck boards and paint or stain/polyurethane them ? Or should I go with some plastic deck boards? Only need 4, 8 foot boards. I am making the seat attached and out of the same material.

AEA Challenger Pro G2 LB
Karma EQ
Hatsan Sniper Long

Choices..............

Closed

Hoping to get barrel gurus to chime in here…

There’s a general post re my new to me Evol (https://www.airgunnation.com/threads/evol-having-cardiac-arrest.1330307/#post-1947180), but the main gripe is this:





There are these three ring-like dents in the last 2-3 inches of the barrel… rifle is supposed to have less than 200 pellets through it, plus maybe 200ish from me by now… what the heck?!?


It’s shooting great until it’s not, meaning it’s grouping nice if you ignore the many many fliers it is throwing. Like it’s either spot on or 2 inch off at 45y, no in between. I guess there’s no saving this one, right?

I wanted to see how much power I could squeeze out of the larger plenum version and still maintain a good shot count of at least 3 full magazines (42 shots).

Here's my baseline

• Both are .22 caliber
• Both have a rather small 210cc air capacity
• My DRS Classic Synthetic has a 32cc plenum
• My DRS Tactical has a 54cc plenum
• Both regulators were set at 100b
• Both of these came perfectly tuned at 880 FPS with 18g pellets
• As is they yielded 4 full magazines (56 shots). Plus I got 2 more shots within 5 FPS after it dropped off the reg
• 225b to 100b = 2.2cc's per shot

My goal was to shoot 22g pellets @ 880 FPS. While this was easily achievable, I had to increase the reg to 120b and +30 HST clicks, which was using too much air.

So next I tuned for 22g pellets @ 860 FPS. With the reg at 115b and +21 HST clicks I was able to get 38 shots. Good, but shy of my goal of 3 full magazines. 225b to 115b = 2.9cc's per shot.

Next I tuned for JSB Monster Lite 21g pellets. With the reg at 110b and +12 HST clicks I was able to get 46 shots @ 860 FPS. Goal achieved. 225b to 110b = 2.5cc's per shot. That's as much power as I want to squeeze out of this airgun. With these settings I also tested the velocity of the following pellets: AEA 22g @830 FPS, JSB 25g Hades Monster @800 FPS (I've confirmed that these shoot faster than you'd think for the weight), and 22g FX Hybrid slugs @ 820 FPS.

If you do feel the need to tune it, the adjustments are more accessible in the Classic version as all you need to do is remove the stock to access the HST. But, in order to access the HST on the DRS Tac you need to remove the top rail, trigger guard, and stock adapter. It looks intimidating, but its actually only 11 screws.



IMO, the .22 caliber 500mm DRS is a moderately powered (30-35 FPE) pellet shooter. The platform is ultra light weight, yet very rigid. I believe it was designed to simply take it out of the box and shoot, no tuning necessary.

-Michael

Nice Huh? The absolute best foam in the aerospace container industry, Zote LD45, closed cell nonporous inert = AWESOME! This stuff can take a 24 hour bath in brake cleaner, unscathed. The company that did this (OSAAP) is looking to get into the high end protection market for airguns and I got to be one happy guinea pig. My Paradigm is resting peacefullly, ready to wake and commit ruthless pesting atrocities. lol

I just recently got this and have played with it but I have decided not for me. It has that grove which my condor SS doesn't. It will come with the scope base not the scope. Gun shoots good just not for me. 425 shipped in lower 48. PayPal

Thanks
Jon

I just recently got this and order a new mad dog stock for it . It has the ringloc valve and I order the valve kit which it will come with. Shoots good just going different route. Scope not included I will do 625 shipped to lower 48 PayPal
I have the original forend, grip and trigger guard for it still.

I acquired a .177 atomic late last year. Came pre charged, shot two mags out of it, checked for leaks and put away during the unexpected busy work season.

Now I came back to it, but can’t pump it to save my life with a four uncles hand pump. Pumps up just fine until the line builds pressure, then it’s impossible to pump any further. Tried cocking it, no difference. Pressure is slightly above 100 bar, not attempting to charge from zero. Unfortunately I bought the hand pump during Black Friday and it’s well out of the return window (if it’s even the pump that’s at fault). Have a notos and four uncles pump at my vacation home, so I’m not new to hand pumping and know what’s involved.

What could be the likely culprit here? Checked the cigarette filter, it’s not plugged. Unfortunately I don’t have another pcp, hand pump, or compressor to test further. I’m inclined to think it’s an issue with the pump. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Hi guys
I recently bought a Stoeger Bullshark and would like to know if someone has experience with shooting hogs with a 22.cal Airgun
And if it would be managable what Pellets/Slugs would you recommend?
(At 50 yds i shoot 1cm groups)

Hi Guys, I am Happyshooter a airgunner from the countryside
in England, i am a longtime airgun hunter some 60 yrs now,
i shoot both springer & pcp Airguns,
and own both types. i hunt mostly small game grey squirrels,
rabbits, rats and other legal vermin, i do pest control for local land owners.
also into Night Vision Shootingand own several NV scopes.
i look forward to posting on this Forum.
atb Brian

Changed my mind.. So up for sale is a Pinty tactical .22 air rifle.. This is definitely used, with a few marks (not terrible).. Also included in the sale is a 2024 (slightly used) Super Well regulator (2024), also a Brand NEW Cricket regulator (2025)!!!! + the one on the gun !!! The rifle does have Thammers sear mod,(Very light) But I can not get the safety to WORK!!! + Airforce Texan take-off aluminum cylinder!!!!!!!
Any way $500 shipped in the Continental US.... Contact me here.... or make offer on individual items..
Ray

Finally pulled the trigger and ordered a .22 Zelos from Not Just Guns in Mason, Michigan for $425.40 total shipped. Also ordered a Huben Zelos Bottle Regulator from Hajimoto Productions and a 580cc CF Bottle direct from Tuxing.

A couple of questions

Are the stock Magazines okay as to build quality and reliability or are there better aftermarket available?

Looking for recommendations on pellet choice for longer range shots out to 75-100 yards on Ground Squirrels. Hoping it will like the Daisy .22 PrecisionMax Hollowpoints that my Xisico Sentry shoots so well but they're pretty light for long shots, especially with any wind, @ just 15.27 grains.

Also, what's the most effective budget moderator to make the Zelos more stealthy without adding more than 4-5 inches to the overall length?

Original prophet. Comes with two Orion mags. The yellow one jammed my gun but I got it fixed. The other one is brand new from Orion. Recently had serviced at Fox Air power with a new pellet probe and hammer I think. Not sure of fpe but guy I got it from said it like the 13.4 grainers. Haven’t shot for groups but no Little Rock was safe when I was shooting on a dirt road.
Donny included. Make it $925 shipped CONUS with Helix element sfp scope and 725 without

RAW .25Caliber Mini-Hunter

I purchased this gun in April of 2024 on the recommendation of my friends Rick Rhem and Jerry Kornfield. As a long distance bench shooter, I'm always interested in extraordinarily accurate guns that show great promise as bench platforms. Well, this little beauty did not disappoint. I was so impressed with its accuracy that I actually chose to shoot it in the100 yard pro field at RMAC in 2024. Although I did not manage to appear on the podium, the gun was certainly not the issue. This gun,is everything the average air gunner could want. The Mini-Hunter is light weight, tough as nails, supremely accurate and sips rather than guzzles air all while still delivering excellent energy on target. The only down side of this little gem is that it's loud. I mean, REALLY loud, like 96dbs! That little 16 inch barrel delivers quite a bark. However, in an effort to preserve what is left of my “old man” hearing, I added a Sonus 1350 suppressor which quiets it's bark to a respectable yelp. Additionally, as I have rather big hands, I added a larger Ergo palm rest grip which not only comfortably accommodates my larger hand but ads the stability of a palm rest for those that might choose to shoot the gun off-hand or use it as a truck gun. I also added a Grey Ops Arca rail which allows for M-lock picatinny 1913 rail attachments as well as Arca Swiss mounting. Lastly, since RAW does not supply cases with their guns, I needed to protect my investment. To that end I purchased a Vevor hard shell case from Amazon. This turned out to be the perfect storage and travel container, being both strong and light weight. So,whether you're shooting off-hand, off of a stick (mono-pod), tripod or like me off the bench, this little gun is showroom pristine and an ideal setup that will not disappoint.

RAW Mini-Hunter .25 Caliber
Grey Ops 14” ArcaSwiss Rail
Ergo Tactical Deluxe Flat Top Grip with PalmShelf
AFG-2 Angled Fore Grip
Barrel End Thread Protector
.25Caliber Magazine
Vevor Hardshell Case

$1850 ShippedCONUS – Personal Check, M.O., Venmo or Apple Pay
(I no longer accept PayPal)

* The scope pictured (not included in the above price) is a Vector Optics Minotaur 12-60x60 Etched Glass MOA VEMP-LR mounted on Eagle Vision Infinity IPS-34 2-Pc 34mm Adjustable Rings. The scope and rings can be had for an additional $300.
* Should you not need the case, it can be removed from the package and $100 subtracted from the above price.





If interested, or should you have any questions, please TEXT me at (513)348-0014 after which I will call you back.