Recent content by Wink

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    Worst pellet through your gun.

    Here is a prime example of different guns preferring certain pellet's... When I started with air gunning, I had picked up what ever pellets that were available at the big chain store. I had gone through 3 different brands (6 different pellets) until I found one that was respectable in my Beeman...
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    .22 Cal CO2 for Mom

    Look at the QB78 or QB79. You can find them for about $100. The 78 uses 2 12 gram CO2 cartridges. The 79 has options for single or dual 12 g carts, 88/90 carts, or 9oz refillable tanks.
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    Galation vs. Sumatra

    I am looking for a small/medium pest hunting riffle. From my searching, I have narrowed my choices to two contenders and a third possible. The two that seem most apealing to me are the Hatsan Galation and the Sumatra 2500, both in .25 cal. Has anyone had the opportunity to shoot either of these...
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    opinions needed

    I wish I had seen this before today. I had gone to a local sporting goods store as purchased a Beeman. This particular one I have yet to find many reviews on. It is the wood stock version of the Kodiak X2. However, this one has two features I was looking for. It has a gas ram power plant and a...
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    opinions needed

    Sad to say.... my Air rifle wishes have been placed on a temporary halt. I had to reroute my funds to accommodate another family member. However, I do have enough left to warrant a less powerful and costly unit. I hate to state my current options due to possible ridicule. But, it will at most...
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    opinions needed

    I have made my mind up. And, believe it or not, it is not any of the riffles I initially was looking into. I am ordering a Hatsan 125 Vortex .25 caliber. Of all the riffles that are within my parameters, this one seems to have better overall reviews. Turkish vs Chinese. I guess we'll soon see if...
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    opinions needed

    Ok. If I do decide on a .22, I now wish to put the Umerex Octane into the mix. Out of these three, wich would have the best combination of punch and accuracy? Or am I still better off looking at the .25 caliber riffles I first mentioned? There are just too many choices available.....
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    opinions needed

    Where I live, there is always a surplus of squirrels and pest birds. The last few times I've gone hog hunting with coworkers, we have come across foxes and rabbits. Just not at the same time. Right now, I do not own a riffle. And I would love to purchase a nice large caliber PCP. However, I...
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    opinions needed

    I am looking to purchase a medium caliber rifle for varmint and small game. I am looking at the .25 caliber units. At this time, I wish not to go into the PCP range of riffles. With this said, I think I have narrowed my choices to two units. The Benjamin Trail NP XL and the Stoeger Arms X50. Who...
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    Welcome to AIRGUN NATION - please introduce yourself here!

    My name is Matt. However, everyone calls me Wink. I started shooting air guns out of necessity. Owned a home that every pigeon within a 100 mile radius felt the need to roost upon. I tried every method imaginable, with failed results. I then purchased a Crossman 1088 pistol. With it, I was able...