My weekly call to Darryl Trent (of Skout Airguns) gleaned a bit of new info on the progress of the EPOCH. Although no solid date can yet be confirmed, the anticpated three-four week delay, due to the China shut down, I spoke about in the last update, remains unchanged. Although parts continue to trickle in, others remain stuck on the docks awaiting transport.

I was, however, given a bit of insight into how the release will happen. The current plan is to assemble, test and ship first the .30 caliber pre-orders followed by the .25 caliber and then the .35 caliber. "I" anticipate that this should all happen within the first 30 days or so. Last for release will be the .22 and .177 versions.

The folks at Skout have listened to and heard the communities expectations. They are aware of what the airgun community demands of a high end product and to that end every Epoch will be assembled and rigorously tested on sight before shipping. Naturally this is to insure that the guns received will fulfill expectations without disappointment. Personally, I would have been more than happy to have taken the beta gun I originally tested home with me as it was amazing even though all of it's systems were not yet online. I'll be headed back to Skout the minute the first production guns are ready for testing and plan on doing some of that testing myself on a number of different guns in order to confirm their consistency/quality control from gun to gun. When that happens, Jerry Kornfield and I will be there over the course of a couple of days. During that visit we'll have plenty of photos and video our time there with the Epoch to share both on tABC as well as here . We're planning a FB LIVE feed on tABC during which those who might have questions can ask and get immediate answers straight from the designers in real time.

For now, however, we'll have to settle for a new short video and a few pictures of the various bits and pieces, but then, something is usually better than nothing... LOL... Stay tuned there will be more.

For some reason all of my groups started getting really spread out - I'm talking going from 3/8" groups at 35 yards to groups that varied from 1" to 2" across. I could not for the life of me figure it out or how to correct it. I was about to do some troubleshooting including removing the barrel assembly. I noticed that the CF bottle would move up and down slightly. When I removed it the last time I screwed it in until it would no longer leak, but I didn't screw it in ALL THE WAY until it was tight and fully seated. I tightened it and low and behold, the groups tightened up - went back to normal. Bear in mind, the bottle was not leaking, just not screwed in tightly. The only thing I can imagine is that the slightly loose bottle set up a weird harmonic when I fired. Once fully tightened, the slight wiggle was gone and the (assumed) harmonic was no longer there.

For sale a perfect condition Taipan long.25 with red laminate stock. Selling to fund another hobby. Comes in original box with manual , Two magazines, fill probe, And bag of accessories that comes with the rifle when purchased new. I’ve sold many things on here and should have excellent feedback. not interested in any trades,$1150 includes shipping to conus. PayPal excepted. Rifle was purchased new 10/22

Do you believe designing a rife with a unnatural cocking arm at the extreme back end absurd ?
Shooting posture


Cocking posture that pulls you out of the shooting position

GREAT SHAPE CRICKET CABINE RIFFLE 22 CAL BLACK WOOD FACTORY STOCK, PRETTY RARE FOR THE BLACK STOCK, 5 MAGAZINES 2 FILL PROBES DONNY FL TATSU -SELLING FOR A BUDDY GUNS A LASER WAS DERRICK WALLS GUN TUNED REALLY NICE SHOOTING 18 GR AT 885 or so fps WITH GREAT ACCURACY GUNS ONLY 34 INCHES LONG SO ITS PRETTY SHORT MY BUDDY MAY TRADE FOR A HW 100 IN 22 CAL IF YOU GOT ONE SEND PICTURES OF WHAT YOU GOT, NO JUNK PLEASE 925 FREE SHIPPING

I guess it was only a matter of time before @JCup came out with a gage to measure slug diameter consistency. Here’s a HAM article about it.


Here’s a link to the .22 slug gage on the PelletGage site.

Looking to get into this next year thanks to Mike over at PSA putting it all together. I'm looking to get myself a decent gun to shoot the match with and I'm torn between the Crown in .22 or a Crown in .25 or possibly even a Crown in .30.

My question to people who have shot these matches, what caliber do you prefer and why? Also, if you have recommendations for a different gun I'm all ears as well. Im a bit of a "form over function" kind of guy so aesthetics are important.

Any tips on a possum that keeps coming in my yard at night.
Last night the possum came back for a visit and met my dog. It didn't go as planned for either.
Up until this point I didn't know what was driving Amos crazy at night, but last night we heard growling and barking coming from out front. I grabbed a light and ran outside. I see Amos barking/growling and circling something. My first thought was please don't be a skunk! It wasn't a skunk, just a possum.
Amos was rolling on instinct and grabbed it by the back and shook, just not enough and it got away under the porch. Once we got Amos inside, I went out with a small flashlight strapped to the muzzle and a laser sight mounted under the stock. Checked under the deck to no avail and went back in to release Amos in the hopes he'd get/find it again.
About 3 minutes later, he alert barks. It was just enough time to swap to my 2000 lumen bike light on the end of the gun. Armed with a daylight bright light that allows me to use the scope it's so bright, I went out and looked for eyes. Found it's beady little eyes staring back at me and before I got a shot off it disappeared into the woods. I tried to find it but no luck.
I realize Amos might still get it but I fear it won't venture inside the fence line now it knows what might happen.
I have no night equipment and have no budget for it yet.
Any tips for finding and putting this possum out of misery?
Let me know what you think.

I know I'm cheap but I bought a gamo swarm 10x and am in the market for the best scope at reasonable price (holds zero well), any suggestions.

I've been following the $600 and under thread and there has been some very interesting guns but it sounds like most nice one's were acquired used, on smoking sales, or have been heavily modified. So my question is for a guy looking to get started and wants something good and long lasting from the get go is it even worth getting a $500 or 600 rifle or just jump right into $1,500 range. I mean they must cost more for a reason.

Another TX200 acquisition thread

Got her in yesterday with a one piece Hawke mount, scope will have to wait until next month unfortunately (Hawke Airmax 4-12x40).


Will take some better pics tomorrow when I have daylight.

This has got to be the first gun I've ever received that didn't come wrapped in plastic btw.
Nifty little box that holds and protects it well regardless.

Selling my spa pp800 pistol same as a Diana bandit but this is regulated. Comes in original box with original parts(front and rear sights, magazine, single shot tray, fill probe, etc.) Also included is a buck rail conversion kit minus the stock tube ($23 from buck rail)

I did cut 3 coils off the original hammer spring and didn’t seem to lose its power but did increase shot count. Looking for $150 shipped for everything zelle or pp ff

$125 plus shipping ,1/2 20 threads call or text two54-424-88one7

Where can I find a screw on air tube dust over? Looked everywhere online and can’t find any.

$50 to your door. Zelle, personal check after clear (I've gotten rid of PayPal.)

Lovely grip, but I went with one of his ambidextrous ones. No foreend included.

I'm the original owner.

Up for sale is a 177cal Diana Skyhawk with HUMA Regulator. It also includes an Athlon Ares BTR Gen II 2.5-15x50 Scope, Scopewerks Sidewheel (with dope markings), Monstrum flip-up caps, and FX adjustable rings. (The Vortex Bubble level is NOT included.) The Donny FL Tanto is also included. The stock is stunning and has (3) coats of ARH Royal London oil applied to it. Basically, the rifle is quiet, accurate, and fully set up to compete in hunter field target. The original box, regulator, fill probe, magazines, manual, and soft case are all included. Also included is a custom brass pellet probe that is installed to aid accuracy. The regulator is set to 100 Bar and shoots AA Heavy 10.3gr @ 865fps. It is very accurate with these pellets.

Also included is a huge amount of spare parts worth over $150. Some of the spare parts include a full trigger unit, valve unit, springs, pressure gauges, o-rings, etc.

I am selling this for $1100 - local pickup in the Sacramento area only. Separately, I'll sell the Skyhawk, rings, and spare parts for $550 and the scope and its accessories for $650.

Please feel free to email me any questions, or if you would like me to email you additional images.

Thanks.

This one has been with me for a good while. Bought the Tomahawk .22 and a Pro Elite .22 about the same time(1998 or 1999?)Work got slow and had to put them both up for sale. The Air Arms rifle sold in a flash. Would sure like that one back….Kept the old Tommy. I’ve never dated it and don’t know the code. Can anyone help? I’ve never had this one open, but it shoots really nicely for a rifle at its power level. May get an ARH spring and piston seal while I still can. Would have loved to have gotten a walnut stock, but the old rifle is powerful, light and purposeful. Think I’ll keep it around!

My HW-95K been asking for an upgrade for a while now & I have been arguing with it as I’m not made of money and can’t just indulge it’s every want. Eventually it made it’s case &! I buckled.

Added a full Vortek Sub 12fpe kit with a new sporter stock. Will be documenting it’s performance as soon as possible.

Not much shooting lately as I was trying to stalk some coyotes so I only have this short clip of a rat getting smashed with a Hades 16gr pellet.

I think the footage is too graphic that Youtube might sensor it.

Have a look and see before it is gone...

***SOLD***FX Dreampup 22
Selling my 22 Dreampup 500mm bottle gun. Great gun and super accurate. 3/8" five shot groups with JSB 18.13 @ 50 yards. Up to 145 shots on a fill, one magazine included. Excellent condition.NO leaks.
(SCOPE/RINGS NOT INCLUDED) $950.00 SHIPPED

Purchased used from a member. Includes Weihrauch single shot loader, regulator test gauge, fill probe, 5 magazines, Rat Works air tube ( replaced original smaller tube), degasser, and fitting to fill the end of the air tube if you want to remove it.Small scratch on barrel near barrel band, and on the left side of the cheek rest. Scope, rings, level not included. Will ship in original box with owners manual. $1000.00 shipped in conus.PayPal F&F, 3%, USPMO, and I will take a personal check from a member in good standing, won’t ship till check clears.No trades. PM me, thanks Rick

Like new STEYR PRO X .22CAL.
Like new, 3 magazines and everything that comes with the rifle new. Very few rounds through it. Barrel is threaded for moderator of your choice. The Impulse Air is NOT INCLUDED.
Rifle $2500.00 FREE SHIPPING TO LOWER 48. OFFER UP$
Shipping, actual cost to your location.
Please call or text me @ 208899380three.
Don't get on here as often as I'd like, phone will be quickest response.

Selling because I prefer our side lever guns. Like the simi auto but just not really for me, lots of fun though.

Thanks, Phillip

Looking for something comparable to rimfire performance, but it seems these higher powered airguns are larger caliber. Have an avenger in 22, but I doubt it would possible to hit even half that, with modifications.

Any recommendations? Appreciate any input.