I have shot the JSB Exact Monster Light .22 cal / 20.83gr in my Epic Two 500mm some. They seem to fly fairly well out of my airgun but several of the AEA and JTS perform better (tighter groups) for me.

Smok3y said:

When I last bought one, it was cheaper to buy it directly from FX USA than any of the retailers. Now that they are no more, all the retailers are probably the same price. You can try Utah Air and Cape Fear airguns first since they are the authorized repair shops.

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Just saying UA is pretty much FX USA now.

Your 500 might not be regulated. My two are not.

Well guys, I was playing with my Pinty bullpop I got me in a adapter for a moderator I was testing it when I took the silencer off. The adapter came loose and without me, knowing it I shot and everything when I’m flying does anybody know how many r rubber seals are supposed to be in the shroud from the factory?

First of all, greetings, my name is Pablo, and I hope Google Translate is doing its job well, as I'm writing to you from Argentina.

I've followed many threads here and read entire posts about the BRK Bantam Sniper rifle, looking for information or, rather, a solution to a problem I'm experiencing with my rifle. This isn't a defect, but rather a characteristic of the rifle and its design. The first thing to clarify is that my rifle came from the factory firing at 39 joules, the regulator set at 135 bar, and it fires an 18gr JSB at 846 fps.
The problem I'm encountering is that I only get 45 stable shots (5 fps spread) at a velocity between 185 and 155 bar, which I understand is unexpected for a well-known regulator like the HUMA, and for a carbon tank that can be inflated to 220 bar according to the manufacturer and has a 500cc capacity. I understand that's very few stable shots. The total count is much higher, but with a spread of up to 20 fps. I should clarify that this is one of the first bolt-action models.

Reviewing the posts I've read here, some colleagues have played around with the hammer spring and pressure settings on the HUMA regulator, but without good results.
My conclusion at this point is that the lack of a plenum means that, at the moment of firing, there isn't enough regulated air available, and the regulator, with that pressure drop, lets air in at the same pressure as the tank, causing the shots to have a significant spread. This is most noticeable when the tank is between 225 and 185 bar pressure. After 185 bar, the subsequent shots stabilize somewhat, but still with some spread.

I've considered raising the regulator setting from 135 bar to 145 bar and reducing the hammer blow to see if that helps, but what I'd be most interested in is adding a plenum. Has anyone done this? Is it possible?

steve123 said:

The Ares ETR is a 3-18x50, and yes 34mm tube, but not super heavy.

The Ares BTR G3 is a 2.5-15x50 has a 30mm tube.

Too me the turrets are superior in the G3 BTR if comparing both. IQ goes to the ETR.

Cavedweller told me he thought the reticle was thicker in his newer Ares ETR 3-18 than in his BTR 2.5-15 which surprised me because that isn't stated in the specs. I wish he'd come over to AZ to show me, lol. I might even buy him dinner.

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Athlons BTR and ETR lineups really are quality scopes! Cavedwelller might have expensive food tastes...

Corbin said:

The Evolution of Airgun Slugs​

When you look at where the airgun industry is today — shooters pushing accurate shots past 700 yards, competitions being won with high-BC projectiles, and manufacturers building barrels specifically for slugs — it’s hard to believe how far things have come in just a few decades. The newest Corbin slug just took 1st place in an Extreme long-range competition with firearms!

From Pellets to Hollow Points​

For much of airgun history, the diabolo pellet reigned supreme. Lightweight, easy to make, and great for short-range accuracy. But diabolo pellets lose energy quickly, and long-range shooters started looking for something better. That led to the first experiments with hollow points and heavier shapes — great for hunting but still limited in consistency.

The Rise of the Modern Slug​

The real breakthrough came with swaged slugs — projectiles formed under pressure rather than cast in molds. This allowed for true bullet-like shapes with higher ballistic coefficients (BCs), offering flatter trajectories and more retained energy. As PCP rifles grew more powerful, they could stabilize these heavier slugs and stretch airgun ranges beyond what was once thought possible. Corbin created the FX Hybrid style slug well over a decade ago!

Competition Changes the Game​

Nothing drives innovation like competition. Events like the Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge proved that slugs could dominate at long range, with shooters hitting targets well beyond 150 yards. These competitions didn’t just create winners; they shaped the future of slug design. Every small improvement in uniformity, BC, and accuracy filtered down into the products everyday shooters could buy. These were all production slugs as well, right off Corbins high speed production line!

Corbin’s Role in the Evolution​

Behind the scenes, Corbin Manufacturing played a huge role in this evolution. Many of the first respected PCP slug manufacturers started on Corbin presses and dies. From hand tools to fully automated hydraulic systems, Corbin’s tooling provided the precision needed to make slugs that could compete — and win. In fact, many sponsored shooters forgoe their sponsored ammo for competitions and use Corbin swaged slugs when competing at the highest level.

Where We Are Today​

Now, slugs are no longer “experimental.” They’re a core part of the airgun industry, with companies designing barrels, magazines, and entire rifles around them. And yet, the story is still unfolding. Ballistic science, barrel design, and shooter feedback continue to push slug performance to new levels. Corbin has been working with some of you, the best in the industry, Applied Ballistics and countless others to elevate the impact. Thanks for being a part of this team!

Let’s Talk

• Have you switched from pellets to slugs yet?
• What design changes made the biggest difference for your shooting?
• Where do you think slug design will go in the next 5–10 years?
• What design changes/applications should we focus on?

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To me, slugs in airguns appear to be where PBs were in the 70s. Benchrest and Long Range were driving factors. Back then, I subscribed to Precision Shooting and read them cover-to-cover. Everybody was experimenting with higher and higher BC bullets, faster and faster twist rates, etc.

Slugs and Airguns are in the midst of a revolution in technology. Better airguns, better projectiles, better tech, better materials; they push each other.

Of course, money is the ultimate driver. Competition with cash prizes will always push technology furthest/fastest.

Humans have been experimenting with projectiles for a very long time. I have examples of stuff like two-piece slugs (hard nose, soft tail, etc.). The fun part (well, I think it's fun) is that much of the previous experimentation has been velocity forward....limited by materials and human factors (safe pressures/weight/form factors). For airguns, the goal is less about velocities (though that's still there) and more about precision within the current subsonic restraints.

As we move out to longer ranges, BC becomes a significant driver, esp. at subsonic velocities. For out to, say, 50m, pellets will likely remain the biggest form factor. It would take a massive change in BC to knock the diabolo pellet off of its podium at short range. Maybe that will happen...

While I haven't been shooting PCP for very long, I've been watching the slugfest. Obviously, PB projectile tech is finally moving into to airguns in a big way. I have an increasing variety of .25 cal slugs in my pocket to test but my learning curve is still on the steep side with just the rifle. My plan is to get tethered and start testing slugs in earnest.

• Have you switched from pellets to slugs yet?

I don't think "switched" is appropriate. I'll keep shooting pellets at short range until I find that there is a slug that outperforms them.

• What design changes made the biggest difference for your shooting?

Not enough testing on my end. I suspect higher and higher BC will be the driver.

• Where do you think slug design will go in the next 5–10 years?

I think the catchphrase will be "VLD" (very low drag). Acceleration drives the nose profile on any pure lead slug. I don't think we've explored the truly high BC form factors. (that I know of). As I mentioned before, I have projectiles which are two-piece to allow stiffer alloys in the pointy nose profile area and pure lead for the bases (those were actually for muzzle-loaders). The lower acceleration curve (lack of obduration) of airguns should allow VLD style nose profiles. OTOH, at subsonic velocities, VLD needles may not be necessary. Getting that last 0.0001 of BC is still going to drive design.

• What design changes/applications should we focus on?

Corbin equipment has always been prohibitively expensive for the hobbyist (IMHO). I took a hard look at your stuff when I was active in BPCRS and NRA Long Range BP Target Rifle. It was always cheaper to get a custom mold cut. I'm looking forward to seeing the new press that is coming out specific for airgun. My own preference is .25cal. Much like the PBs, I think the Benchrest and Long Range shooters will eventually find that the optimum is between 6 and 6.5mm. Hunting, of course is a very different game.

I am posting this video to help promote the airgun range in West Liberty Iowa.

It is all set up for club members and the public to use. You don’t need a match director and other people . Club members can access the fully set up field target range anytime the range is open . The public can use the range from 1-5 on weekends.

Plus there is a 75 yard sight in range and I am finishing up the extreme 120 yard lane.

Please view the video. I am trying to figure out ways to let people know about the new range. Thanks

Frank in Fairfield said:

Although I was shooting off of a tripod, I am still 80 years old and holding things steady can sometimes be a chore.
Hopefully it will happen to you..

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I hope you didn’t take my comment as a criticism. I’m actually impressed with the consistency of your hits. You must be holding the rifle, addressing the sights and working that trigger in a very consistent manner. When I’m having a good day and hitting most of my targets the pellet strikes are usually all over the animal. Still a hit but not like your targets here.
Kenny

Snead360 said:

Im going from a scott 4500 scba tank to a gauntlet. Do you know a better product/deal?View attachment 593222

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Ordered

Have you tried the H&N Terminator, 7.25 gr? My P3 likes them as well as the 7 gr Meisterkugeln and R10. The Terminators are also very clean, with hardly any residue in the tin or on my fingers from loading the gun.

I bought my Skout Evo from Ray last week and think I was his first sale. He was very helpful and super nice to deal with. I wish him a long career at Skout!
Jack

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I Never had any transactions with him because of his active behavior at the time (2005-2010). Glad to hear he's changed.

Yeah, I machine gunned one with my zelos, it started stinking, phew! That was too bad. It was super close and I have a long range scope, so I couldn't get a good shot, I feel kinda bad for the guy

boscoebrea said:

how does it compare with other model air rifle? I do see it is an underlever,Thank you

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You have to accept the 46 for what it is power wise, but once you get past that point what you have is a solid performing rifle with entirely acceptable accuracy for pesting or plinking.
Mine is kitted with a PG2 Vortek kit, and is pretty docile to shoot. It earned a spot in the rack due to its accuracy once I sussed out which pellet it liked, which is the H&N FTT.

Using the 46 at sensible pesting ranges, you give up nothing to a TX200 or HW97 other than power level. I have used mine out to 40 yards on game up to rabbit size with excellent results.

Toxylon said:

That D27S looks almost like a little brother of the D45, with the period angularities etc.

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I had never thought about it that way, but you are surely correct! There were also "S" versions of the models 35 and 50 by the way, with similar 70's squared-up aesthetics.

I hope you definitely get to the range for some longer range work with this one. Super interested to hear feedback as this gun seems awesome.

I obviously have a preference. but its out of experience and a love of simple, durable, functional deigns. Fiddly delicate stuff has no place in my life when there's more elegant solutions.

Cantona256 said:

All jokes aside I shoot 30-35gr slugs in .25

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Pretty sure .25 40gr H&N slugs will fit, they fit in my katran mags. I was more so hoping to shoot the .22 boat tails.

NotSure2020 said:

Can someone explain what electronic action is?

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Not sure I can 100% do it well but the gun basically uses electronics to open the valve and fire the shot. The triggers are basically just an electronic switch making them very light. The cocking is also very light as you aren’t compressing a spring to fire the shot. A battery is providing that same energy a compressed spring would in a mechanical gun. The alpha wolf takes a three cell lipo battery found commonly in the radio control world.

ddkroetz said:

Looking at bipod options. Are the slots in the ARCA rail M-LOK slots? having a hard time finding a bipod with ARCA mounts. Thanks.

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Bipods with arca mounts start in the $300 range and go up from there. You wont find any affordable ones on Amazon. If the rail has slots they are most definitely for m lok accessories

Michael said:

It's unclear why our Warning system hasn't restricted that account. It has almost double the amount of allowable Warnings that I configured.

This thread wasn't created to discuss the competence of any one shipping company. We all have our favorites. UPS being mine, followed by FedEx, then USPS. I take care of my drivers and they usually take care of me.

Let's try to stay on topic with this thread. Does anyone else use ST7 here?

-Michael

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I'm a big @ShootingTargets7 fan. I only shoot in my backyard but at last count had roughly 150 steel targets from ST7. Mark is nothing short of excellent to deal with. Love his products. Recently picked up parts for his Sentinel Target system but haven't put them together yet.

What size plenum is in the 250Z?