If a love/hate relationship was an air rifle, look no further. It’s been an adventure so far and slowly but surely we’re getting there. I think I’ve finally got the shot cycle to where I want it. It’s shooting hard and fast. A big 30mm piston will do that I guess. I located a machinist in my area and we’re working on a new rear spring guide so hopefully that will be the final step, until then my make shift sleeve is holding up ok.
So on to the holds. And this is where most will chime in with comments and I welcome them. Traditionally, springer, artillery hold, right? Most of my rifles like it, a few don’t. Some like a little more grip pressure, some like to be snug in the shoulder. I found today that the FWB likes being pulled into the shoulder, tight grip, and tight resting hand.
At 30 yards it was less noticeable, groups 1, 2, and 3 were a traditional artillery hold. Groups 4, 5, and 6 were tight. On group 5 I totally pulled shot number 4. The other 4 pellets measured .28”. Pushed out to 50 yards and things were more clear. Groups 1, 2, and 3 were held tight and all 3 under an inch. 4,5,6 was artillery and the groups opened up dramatically.
So on to the holds. And this is where most will chime in with comments and I welcome them. Traditionally, springer, artillery hold, right? Most of my rifles like it, a few don’t. Some like a little more grip pressure, some like to be snug in the shoulder. I found today that the FWB likes being pulled into the shoulder, tight grip, and tight resting hand.
At 30 yards it was less noticeable, groups 1, 2, and 3 were a traditional artillery hold. Groups 4, 5, and 6 were tight. On group 5 I totally pulled shot number 4. The other 4 pellets measured .28”. Pushed out to 50 yards and things were more clear. Groups 1, 2, and 3 were held tight and all 3 under an inch. 4,5,6 was artillery and the groups opened up dramatically.
