Recent content by RacineJohn

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    Hawke Customer Service & Warranty

    Hawke has a loyal customer in me! I bought a used Hawke Sidewinder a few years ago on the forum. I was having issues with it and sent it back with two concerns: 1) Not properly tracking. 2) Not holding zero. I sent it to Hawke. In rather quick turn around time I got a package from...
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    Why do you still shoot springers?

    Others have said it, but I like the challenge of a springer. I shoot both springer and PCP. I am convinced that a quality springer is just as accurate as a good PCP. However, it is so much harder to wring the accuracy out of the springer! In all honesty, I stink at shooting them - and that...
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    A Couple Favorite Mid/Lightweight Sporters

    Beautiful guns! Thanks for sharing!
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    What is he doing putting a scope ring on the bottom of his stock?

    That is great! Thanks for sharing your idea. Do you have to move it to reach your fill port? 
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    Weihrauch HW98- In the Netherlands Three Days Ago. THAT’S INCREDIBLE!

    She sure is pretty! Enjoy your new Weihrauch! Krale is a great seller. Licensing agreements prevent them selling some models to the US. But, they are great when the can sell it here. 
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    .177 TX200 Heavier Pellets

    My TX200 shoots very well with FX 10.3 grain pellets. I am using the 4.52 head size. I also find it has a more pleasant shot cycle with the heavier pellets. (These are basically the same pellet as the JSB or Air Arms pellets. They are all made by JSB.) In truth, I am a TERRIBLE shot with...
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    how often do you clean your airguns?

    In my opinion, it depends on what airgun / pellet you use. Always give a new airgun a good cleaning. They are often shipped with something akin to a cosmoline type of grease in the barrels. This is a good thing - it may have been waiting on a shelf for months and you want the barrels...
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    Baker Airguns Gets An A+

    I really like Baker. Every order has great service. I ordered 20 minutes before I left for work this morning. When I got to work they had already sent me shipping info! That's fast!
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    Shot Cycle of R7/HW30

    My HW30 is an odd duck - it's in 22 cal. But it is a smooth cocking and smooth shooting little rifle right out of the box. After 3 years I have never even felt the need to open her up. It's the rifle that got me into air guns, and the one I use in my basement. (I went with 22 so I don't get...
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    Have you ever thought about trying field target? Live in Minnesota or Wisconsin?

    There is also a club in southeast Wisconsin, (Badgerland Air Gun Association.) We shoot on the same property as the Bristol Gun Club. A few of us shoot with TX200s if you like springers. Most use Steyr PCPs. We also have some who shoot RAW, Air Arms, or Thomas, and a smattering of other...
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    AGN & AEAC - Share n' Compare + RDW of the Brocock Atomic XR !!!

    I want one! What a great new product from Brocock!