I have a few PCP air rifles that are full size in nature. I did not have anything in the carbine or pistol class. I wanted something lightweight and reliable for an upcoming trip hunting ground squirrels at up to 12,000 feet elevation. I also wanted something I could throw in the backpack for transport and hiking in rough conditions.
The Edgun Leshiy Classic seemed to fit the bill. I kept reading that it was light but solid in construction. The new Leshiy 2 was out and available for purchase and very cool looking. However, the complexity of that platform and being new turned me off for this application. Reliability and ease of maintenance in the field trumped cool looks and semi-automatic capability.
The 250mm barrel length was more compact but I read was louder and had a lower shot count compared to the 350mm length. The 350mm when folded still fit in the back pack I was planning to use. I also read that the STO insert was nice for the Leshiy Classic. The only other mod I planned was the Huma regulator. I decided on a 350mm barrel length in 22 cal.
I was immediately impressed with the construction and ease of install of the regulator and moderator insert. I did not want to disturb the balance and handiness of the Leshiy with a big scope. I also wanted something with a little magnification (no red dots) and bullet proof construction. Avoidance of batteries for operation was also a plus as I don't want to be in the field and have to worry about electronics to use my scope.
I decided on the Trijicon TA33 ACOG. Tough as nails and light, like the Leshiy. I like the 3 power magnification and the 300 BLK reticle with crosshair and holdovers. I put it in an ADM lever mount and the airgun was complete!
I left the HUMA at factory setting of 107 bar and backed off hammer spring. I started shooting over my Oehler chrono, gradually increased tension on the hammer spring, and settled on right around 800fps. I ended up getting 34 shots with an SD of 5.
I zeroed it at 35 yards and was happy with the 10 round group. My EVOL 22 shoots dime size 10 round groups but weighs almost twice as much. This was plenty accurate for hunting use where most shots will be 50 yards or less.
The Leshiy was also very quiet with the STO insert. I felt it was going to be a perfect hunting package!
I hiked all over the mountains with the setup and was thrilled with the handiness and performance on ground squirrels. My brother and I had a blast stalking ground squirrels in the mountains. I can highly recommend this package for a lightweight hunting airgun that is reliable and accurate. I even took one small ground squirrel at 62 yards resting on a stump with a game changer bag. Just an awesome airgun to handle and shoot!
The Edgun Leshiy Classic seemed to fit the bill. I kept reading that it was light but solid in construction. The new Leshiy 2 was out and available for purchase and very cool looking. However, the complexity of that platform and being new turned me off for this application. Reliability and ease of maintenance in the field trumped cool looks and semi-automatic capability.
The 250mm barrel length was more compact but I read was louder and had a lower shot count compared to the 350mm length. The 350mm when folded still fit in the back pack I was planning to use. I also read that the STO insert was nice for the Leshiy Classic. The only other mod I planned was the Huma regulator. I decided on a 350mm barrel length in 22 cal.
I was immediately impressed with the construction and ease of install of the regulator and moderator insert. I did not want to disturb the balance and handiness of the Leshiy with a big scope. I also wanted something with a little magnification (no red dots) and bullet proof construction. Avoidance of batteries for operation was also a plus as I don't want to be in the field and have to worry about electronics to use my scope.
I decided on the Trijicon TA33 ACOG. Tough as nails and light, like the Leshiy. I like the 3 power magnification and the 300 BLK reticle with crosshair and holdovers. I put it in an ADM lever mount and the airgun was complete!
I left the HUMA at factory setting of 107 bar and backed off hammer spring. I started shooting over my Oehler chrono, gradually increased tension on the hammer spring, and settled on right around 800fps. I ended up getting 34 shots with an SD of 5.
I zeroed it at 35 yards and was happy with the 10 round group. My EVOL 22 shoots dime size 10 round groups but weighs almost twice as much. This was plenty accurate for hunting use where most shots will be 50 yards or less.
The Leshiy was also very quiet with the STO insert. I felt it was going to be a perfect hunting package!
I hiked all over the mountains with the setup and was thrilled with the handiness and performance on ground squirrels. My brother and I had a blast stalking ground squirrels in the mountains. I can highly recommend this package for a lightweight hunting airgun that is reliable and accurate. I even took one small ground squirrel at 62 yards resting on a stump with a game changer bag. Just an awesome airgun to handle and shoot!
