clkandcjk said:

So my HW30s is due to arrive on Monday. What do I need to do to get it ready? I have read of people cleaning the barrel before ever firing them, as an example.

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That gun will become your favorite, so you will have to buy another one for your daughter.

JimD said:

I do not have a M16 (yet, I want one in 177) so I don't know but if I had one and wanted to know I would measure the OD with digital calipers (set to metric and assuming a little clearance) and then use a thread pitch gauge to get the thread pitch. The latter are inexpensive and very handy. I use the one in my set of taps and dies. I'm sure Amazon would sell you a metric thread pitch gauge for a few dollars.

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The problem is I don't have this type of barrel. I need someone that owns/worked on this kind of barrel that can provide this information.

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I discovered this 66 Powermaster mixed in with my dozen or more 760s. According to the serial number I believe it was made in 1999. I must have bought it with several 760s and didn't notice it was a 66. It shoots but weakly. I will try some oil and see if that brings it back.

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It was made in September 1995

I know OD is huge for AG land but the specs seem similar to normal LW ag barrrels. The 6G non poly part is different & so is the 16 twist. Might be a new button offered by LW. .22rf "tight" barrel ?

Mr.H said:

Nice! Your background photo looks like you're on a golf course. Yes? Are those geese considered nuisance animals? If I shot a goose in Minnesota this time of year, I'd had to have a license.

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Yes to both your questions. Egyptian geese are a nuisance and an invasive species in the state of Florida.

With iron sights the standard HW95 stock is pretty high. I can get behind the rear sight but barely. With a 32-40mm objective scope the cheek weld is just about perfect (for me).

Some guys need the stock a little lower for iron sights.

If this new adjustable stock was a little lower when fully collapsed it may be an attractive feature for some guys using irons. It would definitely be an advantage when using a large diameter scope.

I use a Bradley adjustable cheekpiece on all my rifles that need extra height. They aren't cheap. And for guys focused on how their rifle "looks" they may not like them. The adjustable cheekpiece may suit them better.

My Ha+$an has a slick adjustable factory cheekpiece on a walnut thumbhole stock. It is really handy with a scope. It's black plastic and again this may turn some guys off. It works great though.

A Bradley cheek rest is about $125 . If you need more height it's an extra cost. The adjustable stocks sidestep all that.

The complete Ha+$an rifle with the adjustable thumbhole stock costs just a few bucks more than the Bradley cheek rest alone. If the new HW stock is not an extra cost it's probably a good value for some guys. But if it makes the HW95 even more expensive it's probably not something that would appeal to many shooters.

Bill, I bet if you reached out some of the good folks at the Bayou Airgun Club might be able to help you out. Great group of airgunners, and just really nice guys.

Airgunmann said:

Texan valve is like that not a very good draw

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Dr. Kralenstein said:

Notos would be perfect, providing you can get within range. I wouldn't push it past 50 on that little noggin they have.

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Correct not unless you're gonna shoot something like 13.43gr, they will give you a bit of extra velocity.

Thank you both! I'll check the Umarex G2.
Any other options?

Donny's one of the best people I've "met" through any of my online hobbies. Got to know him before he started making/selling his LDC's as just another airgun enthusiast and he was just as nice then as he still now that he's launched several successful businesses. I'm amazed, impressed, and happy for his success - truly living the American Dream!

EPG said:

I bought my .177 Akela new and have been shooting it a few years now - mostly target shooting.

My Akela is completely stock - stock hammer spring cut down to 2.45 inches.

Only non-stock part is DFL 1/2x20 moderator adapter and Huma moderator.

I removed the spring inside the shroud so that the barrel free floats inside.

I’ve polished all internals of this Akela and its super smooth. Trigger polished up - breaks at 5 ounces consistently with a nice two stages. I stripped the factory finish and Tru-Oiled the stock.

Its a super nice rifle to shoot after the work I put into smoothing it out and optimizing hammer spring.

Its also been very reliable. Have not had to replace a single o-ring in the 2+ years I’ve owned it.

Finally, its super consistent. As unregulated rifles only have one pressure to “manage”, it’s 1st shot is always on target - no plenum pressure drop to worry about.

-Ed

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Thank you for the response!

That's a remarkable shot string!

The issues with Chinesium products? The materials themselves are highly suspect. Is that brass...or leaded brass? If Chinese leaded brass as it is easily machined and cheap.
A friend years ago had replacement jet ski impellers made in China, his first article samples were awesome, superior or equivalent to the OEM part and cheap. His container of impellers were not the same material and failed rapidly. Bankrupted him, oh that container? Could not even be sold for scrap stainless steel. The scrap yards (several) stated we don't know what it is, but it is not Stainless Steel. Buyer beware! Again the first article samples were excellent.

Has anyone actually used this bottle adapter? Looking into a Zelos for my first PCP and would be interested in a bottle conversion. Seems like a cost effective way to get that done.

Headshots said:

The Origin was my first pcp in .25 . Picked it up for Raccoons. Mine makes a little over 50 fpe with the HS maxed but I usually have it around 45 fpe . I've never had a problem with it . The length is why I don't use it much for pesting. I'm always grabbing a bullpup. I'm kinda surprised it was never very popular , especially with hand pump guys .

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The Avenger stole the Origin's thunder. Or the Origin failed to steal the Avengers. Either way, the Avenger won.

Orv said:

Welcome to the world of airguns! I live in Aguanga, through Hemet and straight down SR3 to the SR79. We have a great airgun shooting range out to 150 yards. Our individual bench rests are covered. Come out and let's shoot some targets! You can PM me on this forum. Your neighbor, Orv.

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Hey shoot me a dm would love to exchange numbers I live in Yucaipa right off the 10 and can shoot 115 yards at my property but would love to shoot with some guys

I am using a 3d printed Tesla valve moderator.
My .22 Zelos shooting around 30-35 FPE is very quiet.
If you are interested message me.

Posted this on AG warrior with no response.

My go to rifle feeling ill. Air is escaping slowly through the 1st hole next to guage on my FX timberwolf. The hole looks to be threaded.

Any advice on how to fix?

Thx Eric

@Hal4son Man!! I can’t wait to see your results in the field with this air bow and the arrows you’re putting together.

Ok, I need to get off of this forum, that gun would be very interesting and I need it like I need ...... well another gun to play with.

Ezana4CE said:

Now there's a familiar face assocaited with first place. Congratulations @okieairgunner

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Thank you brother. I appreciate it.

shrive81 said:

thanks guys yeah i am very aware of the fact that i will enjoy it as i love target shooting and have been into archery for a long time and can shoot out to about 150 yards on my property so it is nice to have the ability to shoot these while still at home…. With that said i am an advocate of buy nice the first time and wont have to sell and rebuy later….

As for caliber seems like a lot of the guys are shooting .22 but i could be wrong

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You are on the right track buying top quality, particularly if you have the means, and more importantly the land to shoot on. At your starting price point you have great options. I like the .22 for what I do with my pellet rifles. The FX M4 is a multi caliber capable PCP, so you’re cover if you decide to change calibers. At your starting price point, you have nice options. Don’t overlook the BRK Ghost… Looking forward to reading more about your future PCP journey…

SilentSquirrel said:

Watsa" matta'?
Don chu like to do no shootin" over the chrony?

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Dont mind at all shooting over the chrony, just not 250 times in an evening to sort some of this out.

did that once at the range...... paid for it the next couple of days