Dragon claw II

[JCarlin2778]

I am having trouble with my Dragonclaw II. I cannot seem to get it to shoot straight. I can always hit the target but never get it zeroed in. I have tried with Seneca round balls, hollow point, flat nose, and even the 330 grain flat nose slug! I have shot boxes of ammo trying my best. I always shoot my shot with the pressure the same for 4 shot groups. I'm just not having any luck. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Gerry52]

Do you have a chrony to measure your FPS? Have ANY projectiles worked consistently accurate in the gun before? Not a lot of information from you to base an idea of how to help. Don't understand "I can always hit the target but never get it zeroed in". Do you mean hit the bullseye or just hit paper? Original owner or bought used? SO MANY questions!

 

[JCarlin2778]

I do not have a chrony to measure FPS. I have had the best results with the round balls. I can always hit the 12" target somewhere on the paper but never consistently. It will hit the same spot randomly on the paper sometimes!! I bought the gun new 2 months ago. I Am new to airgunning and really appreciate any advice received. I can answer any other questions you may have if you just let me what you need.

 

[JCarlin2778]

This was today with the flat

Balle Blondeau Flat Head .50 Cal, 210 gr.​

 

[Ezana4CE]

@JCarlin2778 How long have you had your Dragonclaw II? Did it come to you used or new? Do you have a borescope to inspect your barrel? How does the crown you barrel look? If you can post photos of these areas it may reveal something that someone may be able to help you identify as problematic. The chronograph suggestion is also another area to consider looking for inconsistencies. What type of scope are you using? Have you checked your scope mounts? Which type of scope mounts are you using? Are they loose? Who mounted the scope? Photos may be helpful.

 

[gendoc]

the dragon claws i have owned preferred .498 diameter projectiles.
mr hollowpoint makes a few different weights.
i cast my own 390gr RNFP for deer hunting.
good luck !

 

[Gerry52]

Airguns are the epitome of finickiness! Try every different projectile you can find until one works well. We've all had the same quest at some point. There's really no way around it.

 

[JCarlin2778]

Mannnnn... Thank you for that advice!! I was thinking about the Nielsen.498 rounds to try Next.

 

[JCarlin2778]

@JCarlin2778 How long have you had your Dragonclaw II? Did it come to you used or new? Do you have a borescope to inspect your barrel? How does the crown you barrel look? If you can post photos of these areas it may reveal something that someone may be able to help you identify as problematic. The chronograph suggestion is also another area to consider looking for inconsistencies. What type of scope are you using? Have you checked your scope mounts? Which type of scope mounts are you using? Are they loose? Who mounted the scope? Photos may be helpful.

I bought my Dragon claw new about 3 months ago. I do not have a bore sight but will purchase one. I honestly am not sure what to crown is. I can def post photos. I am using the UTG bugbuster scope. I purchased the Twang and Bang combo from airgun depo that came with the scope, mounts and air bolts! The scope mounts are UTG as well. I have checked and they are tight. I mounted the scope myself. I will take some photos and post, thanks!

 

[Ezana4CE]

@JCarlin2778 The crown is the surface at the muzzle end of the barrel. I was talking about a bore scope. That’s a flexible camera and light combination that allows you to examine the inside of your scope. A bore sight is a device to helps you sight in your scope. Did you clean your barrel before shooting your Dragon Claw II?

 

[JCarlin2778]

Ahhhh, ok my apologies. I understand now. I have never cleaned the barrel!! What would be the best way to go about that, is it like cleaning a regular rifle?

 

[JCarlin2778]

If I get a bore sight what would I look for in the Barrel that may not be right?

 

[Ezana4CE]

If I get a bore sight what would I look for in the Barrel that may not be right?

You would want a bore scope. I bought one of these.

Teslong Rifle Borescope, Bore Camera Gun Cleaning Camera - Fits .20 Caliber & Larger-Hunting Shooting Firearms Visual Barrel Inspecti... https://a.co/d/62Cn5lS

You’d look to see if there are rough spots, machining marks, or inconsistencies in the rifling. I use a Patchworm Kit to clean my .357. Not sure what you would use on a large .45 or .50 air rifle.

 

[JCarlin2778]

Bore scope, got it. Thanks for the link, very affordable! I will order and proceed as you recommend!! First thing tomorrow she is getting a cleaning as well!! Gonna order some slugs from Mr hollow point also! Thanks for all the advice my man. Hope you have a happy new year!!

 

[Ezana4CE]

@JCarlin2778 No problem. I’m no expert but these are a few things I’ve learned to do since I got into the hobby. Keep reading and asking questions. You’ll likely pick up more information in time. Others may come with more suggestions.

 

[Airgunmann]

I've found Seneca ammo to be to small doesn't engage the rifle very well in my samyang recluse or of the 909 45 cal ammo

 

[Airgunmann]

We ended up getting molds and pour our own for much better accuracy than the Seneca ammo ever produced

 

[JCarlin2778]

I am gathering that the Seneca ammo is to small and does not shoot well. I am actually in the process of ordering some ammo from Mr Hollow point. I have considered getting molds and doythem myself as well!!