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Dr. Kralenstein · Dec 7, 2024

The sear spring is giving me an issue. It won't engage now when at level, only if I point it down. Good thing I know a guy who can fix it! I think it needs to be just a smidge longer. It's super light pull too, so that'll add a couple ounces back to the trigger which is a good thing because it's slightly unpredictable ATM.

dens228 · Dec 7, 2024

Kind of like all of those posting as they wonder why they can't post in classified section, too impatient to give a bit to the forum yet unaware that their odds of selling a fairly high priced item on a forum to people they don't know, basically using the honor system, are low and will make the wait for classified access seem like a nanosecond.

BABz58 · Dec 16, 2024

BABz58 said:
Anyone added a moderator to the the Kratos with the shrouded barrel? Like having 2 moderators on the same rifle.

The ping is the loudest thing on this when shot. Anyway to reduce the ping noise?

EMrider · Dec 8, 2024

Mycapt65 said:
What you experienced with your R7s is what usually happens. It's annoying for a while then smooths out when the parts mate. The Hw30 I bought for my friend will probably end up the same way. Well, unless he notices and asks for help.

As far as preemptive work. DO NOT use a dremel. At least on the long part of the cocking arm. Dremels and similar rotary tools are quick way to get sloppy results. Being a mechanic and machinist by trade I have excellent hand control. I spent many hours in my racing days porting cylinder heads and intake manifolds with rotary tools and never could get a perfectly straight surface with them. You want long straight smooth surfaces not the long wavy surfaces rotary tools leave behind. It's not super critical and I guess a dremel can do the job. It just wouldn't be pretty and proper enough for me. Once metal is removed you can't easily put it back.

The best method I've found for those long sharp edges on is pushing a fine metal file along the full length. Then I lengthwise block sand the edges smooth with 240 wet dry. They don't need to be polished as much as rounded and smooth. They don't have to be rounded much either. Just enough not to cut.

The front section of the cocking arm is two stampings riveted between the folded rear stamping. That joint is usually tight and should be exercised as I belive I already posted. Inspect the top of the joint for sharp points on the two center pieces. You'll often see marks in the comp tube that match these points. Here a sanding roll on a dremel can be used to round any large sharp points on the forward link. After that I'll open that joint all the way and block sand the radius of the entire back of the joint.

In extreme cases where the gun has been used alot the galling on the comp tube can get furry and have slightly raised edges on the scoring. Assuming you bothered to just do the process above, you should remove the high points in the scoring to prevent them from making a new wear pattern or breaking off and getting in the gun.

Parallel the comp tube galling with masking tape to protect unaffected areas and block sand across the scoring. It won't look pretty as you'll loose some bluing but it will function better. The area isn't visible with the gun all together and gets coated with moly grease when done so there's no real corrosion issues to be worried about.

With all this filing and sanding its critical you thoroughly wash all the pieces involved. Filings carried by grease can get embedded in the worst places and cause you far worse problems than you just fixed.

Overall, this is a little bit of work but I helps give piece mind and smooths the gun sooner. It's worth doing if you'll already have the gun apart or it's a particularly rough sounding rifle.

HTH
Ron

Super helpful, thanks, and I'll do as you suggest

R

Hepotter · Dec 8, 2024

Thanks for the input. Yeah, in remission, two more years to go to reach the magic "5" anniversary.

gendoc · Dec 8, 2024

Gerry52 said:
(but Freud DID say "sometimes a cigar is just a cigar").

and Frank Zappa said "depends on whats in it"

jps2486 · Dec 27, 2024

I had Martin build me an HM1000x in .177 caliber which Air Force does not offer. I've been shooting it in 100 yard matches and it can keep up with the larger calibers. It shoots Zan 13.4 gr slugs at 1010 fps. I would imagine at 50 yards it would be hard to beat. Might need de-tuning for that distance.

ChefSparrowRagazzi · Dec 6, 2024

Oh yes. Yes it is. And they are beautiful

A.G.R · Dec 6, 2024

Size of bore to groove is far more important than how it’s done. tight fit all the way down is far more important.

Manufactures put a pseudo choke to attempt to size and control the pellets exit

a choke is helpful but not needed in a great barrel..

HogKiller · Dec 7, 2024

PolarisRngr said:
I have the same case only down fall is they are heavy.

I have an inexpensive Pelican, not exactly light, I need an upper body workout anyway.

357cal · Dec 13, 2024

Airgun-hobbyist said:
I don't take it personal. I just wanted to know where your head was at to make that statement.

Read the complete thread to follow what and why the statement was made.

Airgunner79 · Dec 13, 2024

With my texan I air up sit outside to acclimate thin top off again

Sokolz32 · Dec 16, 2024

nice.....

kaylaindy · Jan 8, 2025

Awesome!

Airgun Nation · Dec 6, 2024

Saber Tactical - Palm Beach Airguns

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Tricky-Dicky · Dec 6, 2024

DevilsLuck said:
I'd be very curious to hear your conclusion. When I bought my EVO, it was down to those two. And I'm still considering getting the Alpha Wolf Sapphire...

I must admit that I had accuracy problems with the AW when I got it a year ago, but I sorted it myself after getting nowhere with DS (maybe I am fated when it comes to manufacture help) anyway IMO the AW is far more suited to unrestricted power as the software for sub 12 is abysmal and lacks a lot of settings, but I have mine configured so I can set pellet weight and power but obviously sub 12 but it much better that way, but I do like the gun, but it did take me a while to get used to it being the first bull pup I have owned and found it a bit hold sensitive, I have since took on a Reximex Throne project and that is far better as far as accuracy is concerned but like I said I find it easier to shoot well.

I will keep you posted on my thoughts about the comparison when I get the Epoch which I am looking forward to as I have wanted one ever since they came out, and love the technology, but price made it not an option at the time I bought the AW or the outcome would have been quite different.

BABz58 · Dec 10, 2024

SpiralGroove said:
Yeah Ron, I’ve purchased 4 airguns in the last month - two from Krale and two from AOA.
Krale is simply the best distributor of Weihrauch guns there is.

AOA does a good job of supplying things like Walnut/laminated stocks and stainless alternatives the European market doesn’t hold in high regard or consider essential.
Their Christmas specials are very sweet too!

The idea for me was to sell my HW35E and HW50S in stainless, but now I’m having a hard time parting with them .

I’ve got 4 HW 35E’s now - kinda like you with HW30’s .

Buy a 95 in stainless to add to your collection

ray1377 · Dec 6, 2024

Super nice buck man. Even better that you landed him with an airgun. I just got my first big bore buck last week. I'm stoked and looking forward to more
hunting.
Ray

RFORESTR · May 23, 2025

Tricky-Dicky said:
The regs are designed to be adjusted on the fly so no problem with leaving pressurised.

Talked to Darryl at Skout this morning and he confirms that for both the Epoch and Evo no issue with adjusting the pressures up or down as they are designed to handle it.

jkingrph · Dec 7, 2024

I did a bunch of rebuilds a couple of years ago.. I got the kits from an ebay vendor and have been pleased. I cannot remember what the o ring material was, but instead of a foam washer for oil, it uses a bunch of teflon split rings, something like 5 or 7, cannot remember, that go in the groove where the foam washer was. They remind me of piston rings in and internal combustion engine, the space between the rings tend to hold enough oil to wipe the inside of the cylinder

Just looked, and this looks like the kit I used, but it was not nearly that expensive.

Pardon Our Interruption...

www.ebay.com

To answer your question, I am pleased. They have been in the guns 2-2 1/2 years with no problems. Now I must say that they have not seen a lot of use as I have so many other guns that nothing I have gets shot that much. I did clean and then checked everywhere the rings, & o rings contacted to make sure that there were no burrs anywhere and also completely degreased and relubed the trigger mechanism, fresh lube on it seemed to help the trigger pull

Bennybooboo · Dec 6, 2024

Beautiful, thanks for the good read!

boscoebrea · Dec 8, 2024

Leupold, Nikon upper Hawke, Sightron: Look for Japanese glass first. If it is not European, look for Chinese upper glass made for USA companies.
Bushnell Elite, my best tip is this: If you like a certain scope,do some research on it. I also want a scope with AO so I can shoot at shorter distances.
Upper-class glass has a better coating on the lens, which requires more steps, which is another reason they costs more.

shambozzie · Dec 9, 2024

Glad to have you back would love photos when available. Allen is still the Theoben guru. My Rapid .20 and Raw .30 with his full bull shroud. Yes, they are quite and accurate.

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Airgun Nation · Dec 6, 2024

Be nice everyone!

@Fladiver you've just now met the minimum requirements with your 10th post/reply. Your account will automatically be unlocked soon.

Thank you

jps2486 · Dec 6, 2024

Hateful McNasty said:
There probably going to start moving to a new 3ed world cheap adversity country like Vietnam . I see more and more things not china lately . I guess it's time to make rich another so called " enemy country" with our cash flow ..lol. Like we hate and dislike China so much we try to drown then with sending them our wealth .. g0d bless America.. lol

I'm seeing a lot of products made in Vietnam these days-shoes, clothing, furniture, etc. I think the Vietnamese pay more attention to quality than the Chinese.

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