I'll add Frank to the list. He is a hidden gem in National City (San Diego). Very professional, tight operation, and very knowledgeable.
I have my Disco down there now getting a massage.

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Great read..again lol. Makes me wish that RTI would offer a 400mm or 500mm .20 barrel. It would be perfect in a P1 Compact.

I've shot 72 squirrels with my airguns, about half head shots and half body shots. So maybe three dozen body shots. I've eaten all most all of them. I get a physical each year and my blood work is great. No issues at all. I am obviously not eating squirrels every day or even every week, even during squirrel season. The available evidence says the little bit of potentially "tainted" meat I eat is not harming me. Years ago I also ate quail and pheasants killed by shotgun pellets. That seems like it would introduce more lead into the meat but there were no signs anybody was injured. All my extended family ate this sort of meat occasionally.

There are also simple extra steps you can take if you are concerned. Like throw the meat around the wound away. It tends to be loaded with blood so it may not be the tastiest anyway. There won't be any lead at all anywhere else.

Lead poisoning is a problem for some but the only cases I am aware of came from children eating lead paint or people served by water systems with lead piping. It can be harmful but it seems to take regular exposure. It accumulates.

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bernieorosz said:

Nate, Great job on the Slash video and looking forward to part 2!!

Also, as you know, Taipan released a bunch of YouTube Slash videos on how to "adjust this... or that" for those of us that want more.. No need for you to go there too IMHO.

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Good call. Thank you! Yeah my next video should be just straight shooting. That will go quicker in the editing room.

You've just found the weak spot of optical chronographs. I might recommend trying to tape off as much as you can to prevent light pollution from messing with the sensors. It will break the "beams" more effectively if it's a dark box.

kaylaindy said:

Thanks! Part 2 on the way for sure. We actually did a poll a few months ago and about 70% wanted to see the .22. I'm glad I got it since it's just as powerful as a .25. They were very clear in the manual NOT to adjust the gun, even though it's adjustable. Only if you "have an extensive knowledge of airgun tuning".

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Nate, Great job on the Slash video and looking forward to part 2!!

Also, as you know, Taipan released a bunch of YouTube Slash videos on how to "adjust this... or that" for those of us that want more.. No need for you to go there too IMHO.

Vana2 said:

You're not in a place to get a cure.

Here you will get not only support and understanding but a lot of encouragement to explore all kinds of airguns and various disciplines... SORRY (Not really) but that can be expensive LOL!

Welcome to the forum!

Cheers!

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You're so right this place is the equivalent of a bunch of "junkies" trading the contact info of their dealers. But it's so fun!

ChickenDumpling said:

Don't touch and or adjust this or that? Ah, that doesn't really fit with what I see going on with most airgunners. Shooting both a variety of slugs and pellets accurately! Yeah, MEOW! What a heck of a ripping air rifle right out of the starting gate for Taipan in semi ... sweet setup.

kaylaindy, thank your for the review and caliber choice.

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Thanks! Part 2 on the way for sure. We actually did a poll a few months ago and about 70% wanted to see the .22. I'm glad I got it since it's just as powerful as a .25. They were very clear in the manual NOT to adjust the gun, even though it's adjustable. Only if you "have an extensive knowledge of airgun tuning".

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john8 said:

I see you have the common problem of not seeing the closed window.

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My PB rifle range has HUGE Leopold stickers on the window. Never understood why until I realized it was so the windows do not get shot out.

crowski said:

4 of a kind today. First HW97 .177. Has a Vortek 12FPE spring. Sweet gun.View attachment 584373
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‘Crashed early, rare, yesterdays shoot. Crow

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I was getting ready to ask what time you get started today lol. I'm going to see if there's a lighter spring for the Diana 350 , but I was thinking as soon as my Airgun credit cards are paid off I'll just get me the Weihrauch 34 you suggested seems like something I could use till I go to the other side.

OldVet said:

I shot my Diana 350 Magnum today. I bought it home from the pawn shop. cleaned the barrel as it was pasty in there. Checked the scope out which was mounted like a X instead of a cross ? Seen this before one time. Straightened that out then went in back , and tried some Crosman 10.5 which fit to tight in barrel , so I tried the N&N field target trophy , FTT in 8.4g just a couple shots #1 888.3 #2 888.6
That's good for the chrony. Now I'm going to a disassemble to clean it up , and lube all moving parts , and oil the blue. OV.
Edit it came out nice.

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Nice looking gun. Crow

I see you have the common problem of not seeing the closed window.

Septicdeath said:

They are basically a D34 clone

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I think I have one of those. .22 cal. Have to dig it out. Bought to take apart and learn, Guinea pig. Be sitting 5 yrs. Crow

For a pistol. CS2. Direct fill of just minute or two.

WobblyHand said:

Beautiful looking gun. Just love the finish on the stock.

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It has such a shinny thick finish. I thought it was a plastic stock when I first seen it Lol. I think it's a walnut stained beech stock , but I don't know for sure.
Wobblyhand is great I wanted To go with wiggler.

4 of a kind today. First HW97 .177. Has a Vortek 12FPE spring. Sweet gun.
This HW97 .20 wouldn’t have 100 rounds through it. Already a winner. This one is my first 97. .22 cal. Smoked a few Tree rats with this one.And best for last a HW97 .25. No spring yet, but a winner. I clobbered a few flies at 25 yds. Turned them to Vapor. All great rifles.
‘Crashed early, rare, yesterdays shoot. Crow

maxtrouble said:

Did you check out this post on springers? I suggest a heavier pellet. JSB 10.3's or H&N 10.65's work well.

Best Tips on Shooting a Springer!

Share your past experiences and help fellow shooters hone their craft and shooting ability!! *The idea for the this thread is compliments of Air Arms

www.airgunnation.com

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I read it again thanks I remembered it when I got to what Firewalker said"Sell it , and get a real gun" I was seriously Lol.

Wadcutter said:

Love those custom stocks!
The Daisy lever BB guns are a blast to get out and shoot on occasion. Always brings back memories.
Here's a fun video I made a few years ago showing off a Daisy 99.
I don't think some viewers got the joke and had left some interesting and colorful comments, but I think youtube deleted pretty much all the mean ones; and there were many. LOL!

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Way to troll the trolls

When Shane gets done with this beauty I am going to do the cut the can challenge . 50 shots at a Coke can to cut it in half.
Then it hangs above the fireplace.

My first was a Predom Lucznik. Reminds me of the HW35. I was around 10 mid sixties. Hunted every weekend on a 500 acre tobacco farm where the Ganaraska runs through it. A excellent Trout stream. Crow

Start by making sure all the screws are tight and the barrel is clean.