katonahjohn said:

Retired. Thinking about a pcp rifle. Have been using a Hatsan model 25 super charger pistol at the ranger. Its a tin can destroyer. Shooting at a 50 yard range with my 'powder' guns. So thinking about something inexpensive & hand pumpable to get my feet wet (G). Like it then I can go crazy and really annoy my wife of 52 years. "You don't need another gun.".

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Welcome! Just plan on a compressor hand pumps are not fun lots of work heart pounding work. There are some inexpensive compressors out there ask the agn members they will let you know what to look at.

And the just get my feet wet though is funny trust me you will be neck deep before you know it, In fact at this point you are already there .

DeviLAndy1 said:

I also had the Element Optics Helix 1500 laser rangefinder.
After testing it out at closer ranges it was
1-2 yards off from my other range finders.
After reaching out to Element, they decided for me to upgrade to a different model.
I tested the Titian 3k range finder at closer range and it was accurate.
The Helix 1500 model has firmware issue.
Only if there was a way to update the firmware I believe it will fix the issue.

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Only if this problem can be solved with a simple firmware without having to send it in.

Pfddi said:

I just went outside and compared my 1500 with my Maven CRF.1. Short distances < 30 yards I was anywhere from .5 (Helix is only in whole numbers) and 2 yards difference. At 72 yards, they were a half off - again 1500 only in round numbers, so I will call it "even". I use the 1500 more for longer shots with the slope compensation activated more so than shorter shots. I also have the HYPR-7 with the RF rangefinder and I have not had any distances miss shots that I know of as I have hit whatever I was hunting, but I'll try and AB that one also.

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Thanks for taking the time to get the short distance reading. My Sig Kilo provides reading down to 0.1 yards as to the Helix 1500 read in round number. I test them both again this morning reading a white wall inside the house 10 yards away with both rangefinder clamped to a soft jaw PanaVise to eliminate the shaky human hand factor. the results were 10.0 yards for the Sag Kilo and 8 yards for the Helix 1500.

My very first adult air gun amazed me.
Daystate Pulsar in 22. The accuracy was unbelievable to me as it served as my introduction to PCP air guns.
I wish that the gun had been reliable. Electronic problems and an unreliable magazine advance killed my love for that one but the accuracy was stunning to me. I did it’s job and hooked me on PCP’s.
Then My Maverick Sniper in 22 sealed the deal. It was the cadaver for my learning to tune and repair my own air guns. There should be laws against what I put that gun through. Still it held up and delivered when I did not have it messed up from learning. It would shoot 1 1/8 - 1 1/4” groups at 100 yards shooting prone with a bipod and using my left hand as a rest for the back of the gun.
Then I just had to have an Impact M3 so the Maverick got traded off. Another cold lesson about air guns. I love my M3 600mm 22. But it really doesn’t do anything the Maverick couldn’t have done except the shot cycle was a bit smoother and the hammer ping wasn‘t in my ear. But slugs on target? The Maverick gave nothing up to the Impact.
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I just remembered why some of these forums become useless

Mayhemlv said:

I’m on the border of Central and Southern. I get around though. I spent time at Travis and am familiar with Concord. I’ll stop into Diablo next time I’m up there. Thanks for the suggestions!

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On Wednesdays the MPR is open for airguns from 9am ~ 12 noon. From noon to about 3pm, it switches from airgun to 22lr. Airgun are welcome to stay when the 22lr session takes over. There are 20 lanes and the tables are under protected roof. Cost is $15 for non-members, $10 for members.

Shot IZH 46 @ 20 yards 3 " shoot & see target didn't measure but guess 1.5 inch groups around 75 pellets , just having fun .

JimmyV said:

Looking for information, going to rework my LGU and it’s been said that a Vortek HW77 kit will drop right in to the LGU. Just want to know if this is true. Thanks JimmyV

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ALWAYS ask the maker! (Vortek)

I’m gonna add another roller probably later this week one from China see if that fixes it

I think this might be my best target card I have ever shot.
Ten shots at 50 yards from a bench. With 9 shout under 3/4 of an inch.

parksrw44 said:

Wow there’s a lot of angry people on here

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what is angry about what i said ? merely pointed out that he already had the requirement to go on the Classified's

Mayhemlv said:

Hello all,

I’ve found a new way to express my passion for shooting and marksmanship through air guns, so I’m happy to be here amongst you experts, mentors, enthusiasts, and fellow new members.

I’ve lurked before joining and look forward to upgrading my arsenal with the help and knowledge of the members here.

Other than some Gamo break-barrels, I have a Hatsan Jet (not too happy with) with a Buck Rail modulator and AGM Rattler V2. I have a Donny FL Shogun on the way.


These days, I’m interested in backyard shooting and pest control as stealthy as possible.

Thanks for having me.

-J

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lot of air gunners in CA.

Were wind conditions the same? Decent difference in group size.

Yeah, the trigger did change a little, but with proper tuning the new trigger can rival any airgun out there. Yep, I said that and it can do it and be a TRUE 2 stage trigger.

I’ve got two of the magpuls. Pic rail mount. There’s no squeaks on either of mine, but they do have fair amount (or maybe unfair) of movement. I use one on a hunting rig (Element .25 cal) to keep it as light as possible without dropping $250-$500 on something more robust and heavier or just more expensive. For my home plinking duties, I’ll just shoot off a bag with the Element usually.

I’ve never seen any kind of recall or warranty related print on the bipod. Figured it is just how they are.