I haven't noticed the optimistic extreme spreads much on youtube, but I have noticed certain youtube channels where every gun they test seems to shoot 1 hole groups.

I purchased the AAO upgrade for my Texan .457. when I receive it I will install myself. I am looking for some one in the South West who can tune it for me. Anyone have someone in mind?

Stubbers said:

If you want to sell me your house for 1/5th the market price, am I the fool if I say no and either passing up the deal to someone else or paying you full market value, or are you the fool for selling it at 1/5th the market price? No matter the outcome, someones a fool. What does honor have to do with a sale price...except the salesman having to honor their word.

-Matt

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I think that’s a poor example. Big difference between someone “wanting” to sell you something for 1/5th the price, and someone making a mistake with pricing.

JW652 said:

Hawke has several like that.

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Hawke has an amazing warranty debt.

thanks guys for your excellent advice!

10-4, I will scratch that idea then. Lol...

88turbocoupe said:

LOL sure is cheaper than racing seeing it mow cost 17 a gal for for c116 and a small block ate 1-1/4 gallons a run
that's about 2 tins of pellets one 9 sec pass.
got out of racing 8 years ago stepped into 4x4 atvs 30 in tires etc.
read about these got into it and really enjoy the sport and just like any other the sky is the limit.
I'm happy with what i have now between the gk1 and m4
the notos will always be my favorite gun i enjoy shooting but selling to buy a 30 cal
and that should do it..

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If you love your Notos this much and are nostalgic about it in addition I would keep it and wait a couple of months to save additional funds for the .30 you want.

When you’re new to this there is an itch to get new stuff, here and now (and to be honest it never really goes away, but… it numbs down a bit)… but seems like you have a good selection of toys already to keep you occupied for a bit. Think about it this way: which thought is more likely a year down the road? 1. Hell I really miss that Notos and the fun I had with it OR 2. Man I’m glad I got that .30 2-3 months faster and don’t miss my Notos one bit.

Mine are actually .2225, 41 grains is the heaviest I can make and still fit the k1/gk1

Is this not the accuracy we all strive for? *Jaw drop*

kaylaindy said:

Affirmative

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Just got one yesterday. Can't wait to get out to the range Monday and test it at 25 35 50 75 and 100!!!

Bearwhiskers said:

What is the lowest 30 mm scope ring that will fit a king. With the standard magazine?

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It is the same as the panthera, have a look at this thread. Seems like 16mm from the top of the picatinny to the bottom of the scope tube should be enough.

No ping but quite a bit of action noise.

I've been shooting other guns a bunch lately and pulled the Ghost out s couple days ago and there's lots of hammer noise. I even tried a couple different moderators and they weren't doing much b/c so much of the noise is action noise, not muzzle report.

IMO, traditional tools are the best; handgun or short shotgun, assuming proficiency with them. An air gun for defense is just not a practical option.
As for storage, most air guns are fine if stored charged, in fact it is recommended. Whether loaded or not, it should not be cocked. Preparing it to fire from that condition varies with the specific rifle or pistol. Enjoy your air gun. Make other arrangements for defense.

Squirrel hunting time is the most fun I can have and keep my cammies on! AND, they taste good too. Be Well, Bandito.

Chief Ten-Beers said:

Very Nice!

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Thank you Sir for watching and for your kind comment.

Thanks guys!

Ranchibi said:

Excellent shot! Beautiful office!!!

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As an office it's the best I've ever had. I feel fortunate to be able to work from home.
I'll be moving the office to the deer blind soon. If they only knew...

I'm not normally a big bore fan but that does make me smile!

I tried some targets at 50 yards and things definitely opened up . There was a mild wind and it was changing from 3 different directions so I'm sure things will tighten up in some calm air. Anyways the 10.4s do give me hope for some half inch groups at 50y . Gives me an idea of what to expect pesting in light winds . It's a .66" average with one flyer thrown out .

Yeah some of those positions I don't even attempt now after my back surgery. I will just say miss and move to next position. The DRS is great but not being able to move the bolt to left is a no go for me as a lefty. I don't like the feel of the panthera with bottle at the rear. I might look at the katran with the good chassis and 700mm barrel that I can switch the bolt. But it is lots of money just for local matches

Glad to hear it's shooting well for you! Watch the bottom black piece of plastic of the grip, I've had it pop out a few times from shooting vibrations, not a big deal but no one wants to lose pieces of their gun!

Wow....that bites. They absolutely SHOULD include that information in the description, otherwise it's pretty deceptive in my opinion.

mike

I bought a Mantis (Air Venturi, I think..) 3x9 scope and it seems to be good enough for my short range shooting. The parallax is adjustable down to 5 yds, which is nice. I have little experience with any scopes over $100, so that's all I know right now. Unfortunately, the farthest I can shoot in my yard is 25 yards, so I really don't have much use for anything too fancy.

I bought a new but resold pump on ebay. Sometimes you can find name brand pumps for about $50-75, but in the end, most are all made in China anyway.

I followed your suggestion about lubing the valve stem. Then gave it several dozen shots and stored it pumped up for a few days.
The leak (hissing heard from the barrel) has greatly decreased and seems to be steadily improving.