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Airrifle.co.za - Passionate about air rifles! - General Discussion http://www.airrifle.co.za/ General Uncategorized Airgunning Discussion and Debate en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:03:49 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.airrifle.co.za/images/misc/rss.jpg Airrifle.co.za - Passionate about air rifles! - General Discussion http://www.airrifle.co.za/ POI change on my 97k with V MACH http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15295&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:24:55 GMT I set my 97K with the new V mach spring about two weeks ago Last night I took a few shots at my 15 meter backstop {Zero point} I had to adjust 8... I set my 97K with the new V mach spring about two weeks ago
Last night I took a few shots at my 15 meter backstop {Zero point}

I had to adjust 8 clicks to the right, and 6 clicks up, is this POI change normal, was it a once off or could the zero return to 8 clicks to the left and 6 down?

I don’t think I bumped the scope?? ]]> General Discussion clyde http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15295 Shimming a scope http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15294&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:24:17 GMT What is the best material to use? How thick can you go? Any tips will be appreciated Thanks What is the best material to use?

How thick can you go?

Any tips will be appreciated

Thanks ]]> General Discussion archer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15294 The Top Ten Reasons Men Prefer Rifles Over Women http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15291&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:49:42 GMT #10. You can trade an old 44 for a new 22.

#9. You can keep one Rifle at home and have another for when you're on the
road.

#8. If you admire a friend's Rifle and tell him so, he will probably let you
try it out a few times.

#7. Your primary Rifle doesn't mind if you keep another Rifle for a backup.

#6. Your Rifle will stay with you even if you run out of ammo.

#5. A Rifle doesn't take up a lot of closet space.

#4. Rifles function normally every day of the month.

#3. A Rifle doesn't ask, "Do these new grips make me look fat?"

#2. A Rifle doesn't mind if you go to sleep after you use it.

And the number one reason a Rifle is favored over a woman:

#1. YOU CAN BUY A SILENCER FOR A RIFLE ]]> General Discussion Hawkeye007 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15291 Chrony tests for CO2 rifles/pistols http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15289&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:24:58 GMT Here is a shotstring with my Crosman CO2 XL1740. 1 589 2 588 3 591 4 593 5 597 6 604 7 603 8 608 9 601 Here is a shotstring with my Crosman CO2 XL1740.
1 589
2 588
3 591
4 593
5 597
6 604
7 603
8 608
9 601
10 598
11 594
12 590
13 588
14 589
15 580
16 570
17 586
18 578
19 585
20 582
21 579
22 568
23 572
24 567
25 560
26 557
27 562
28 560
29 556
30 548
31 583
32 579
33 588
34 573
35 562
36 555
37 538
38 525
39 507
40 459

At shot 16 I stopped for 10 minutes. That might be the reason for the increase in speed in shot 17. I also stopped other times and everytime the next shot, after the cool-of period, was faster.
Shot 40 was fired only the next morning with no increase in speed, meaning a new cannister is needed. Pellet used was Daystate 8.44's 4.53.

Anyone else have CO2 shotstrings?

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]]> General Discussion Ettienne1 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15289 <![CDATA[At what distance are you zero'd for PC?]]> http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15288&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:47:17 GMT Do not want to hi-jack the "To rangefind or not" thread, so I started this to complement that thread.

At what range are you zero'd?
How much must you compensate for different distances acording to your own "cheatsheet"? This could be valuable to any newby, even to some of us not so new anymore:) ]]> General Discussion Ettienne1 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15288 To use a Rangefinder or Not? http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15286&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Sep 2010 06:04:21 GMT A question or two to the more experienced guys here on the forum. Would you rather use a range finder or rather use the mildot or other non... A question or two to the more experienced guys here on the forum.

Would you rather use a range finder or rather use the mildot or other non electronic means of determining the distance to target? Which applications (FT, plinking, PC) suits which method the best? :confused: ]]> General Discussion Force9 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15286 Pellet penetration test http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15285&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:08:19 GMT http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9u3l...eature=related ]]> General Discussion Sniperdad http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15285 AA Pro Sport video .22 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15284&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:22:52 GMT check the nice instructional at the end.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I1vY...eature=related ]]> General Discussion Sniperdad http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15284 stock http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15282&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:50:53 GMT does anyone know were i can by a qb79 stock from? does anyone know were i can by a qb79 stock from? ]]> General Discussion whisper http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15282 air rifle dealers in durban / pmbg http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15281&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:12:45 GMT does anyone have info on air rifle shops in durban pmbg area does anyone have info on air rifle shops in durban pmbg area ]]> General Discussion attaltitude http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15281 Degreasing Gamo vipermax http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15276&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:48:16 GMT I bought this rifle some time back. Very nice but it kept on dieseling after +-10 shots. So I decided to degrease it and this is what I found. I bought this rifle some time back. Very nice but it kept on dieseling after +-10 shots. So I decided to degrease it and this is what I found.

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]]> General Discussion Sleur http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15276 Shooting positions with a springer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15268&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:11:30 GMT Most of my shooting is "walk and stalk" pc shooting . This means that most of the time I am using a different position and different supports for every shot . Now while that is usualy not a problem for PCP's or centerfires with a springer this elevates the hold sensitivity isue of springers.
How do you guys get past this ? I have develop a bit of a standard hold , but have to addapt it to my support for each shot , and ive been thinking that a smooth glove on my left hand could help me a bit. ]]> General Discussion Bex http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15268 Handy A5 Target http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15264&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:49:16 GMT Boring evening - spend some time making targets for practise. This one has 40, 30, 20 and 13mm rings (Same as FT target and reducers) + a handy... Boring evening - spend some time making targets for practise.

This one has 40, 30, 20 and 13mm rings (Same as FT target and reducers) + a handy mm scale on side to check pellet drop.

Also has a little chevron pattern for better rangefinding.

Use it. ignore it.

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]]> General Discussion Schawa http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15264 TX 200 FAC Power http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15261&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 16:56:30 GMT I just learnt something today that I was kind of stunned about - doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me....

I was told that the energy yield you could expect from a 5.5mm FAC TX200 would be in the region of 16ft/lbs.......And there I was, thinking one would get at least somewhere around 23ft/lbs. I mean, a .177/4.5mm PCP and or springer is quite capable of delivering 16ft/lbs, so why "upgrade" to a 5 or 5.5mm if energy levels stay the same?

Or am I mistaken? 23ft/lbs would mean around 750fps with a 18 or so grain pellet - somehow it still seems to me that this should be quite easily achievable in a decent springer? Or not? ]]> General Discussion Smokepole http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15261 Who sell these http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15252&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 09:44:45 GMT I was given some of these cool targets I need to get some more of them, anyone know who sells them locally? Image:... I was given some of these cool targets

I need to get some more of them, anyone know who sells them locally?

]]> General Discussion archer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15252 Airrifle Sensus http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15251&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 09:25:28 GMT I wonder if one one the mods can start a sensus poll of air rifles in circulation in SA. Obviously it would only show numbers on the people who read... I wonder if one one the mods can start a sensus poll of air rifles in circulation in SA. Obviously it would only show numbers on the people who read it. I think it would be interresting to see what brands, calibers, quantities, per province for instance is in circulation. What do you guys think. ]]> General Discussion section8 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15251 FX2000 Test results http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15249&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:27:40 GMT I noticed a slow leak on the FX ( Camo's old one ) and decided to take it to Twinbore for a full service. 2 days later it was ready for collection. I fetched it Saturday morning and was glad to find that Henry's son even tweaked the magezine indexer that was slipping. we did a quick chrony test and I was really happy with the 1018fps result at 200bar. And that is with the power grub screw about 2 thirds out. Im guessing its running at about 80% power. Further tests will confirm. I will do a shot string when I see Joggie on the long weekend.

I fitted my scope back home and got it zeroed in just a few shots. The top 2 targets was me me clicking away. I then did 2 shot groups per target and ended up with an 8mm 5 shot group in the middle of the page. I refilled to 200bar, and starded counting shots all the way down to 100bar. i got 6 x 8 shot mags. 48 shots without POI shift. All this at 18m. I didnt feel like moving the whole setup to the back yard. I then went to Spar and bought a bar of green soap. I wanted to do terminal bullistics test, but I would have retest with a harder substance. It went clean ( no pun intended ) through 5 x 1inch bars of soap. I also made a thread cap for the barrel and pollished the silender on the lathe.

It was a good fun day of shooting a really lovely rifle. This made me wonder why this rifle didnt sell quickly. Henry recons one of is costomers wants to sell his for R12000. I madness, but confirms to me that they are understated in the market. The service a bit pricy at R1050, but now its good for 2 years they say. All n all a pleasant weekend stooting.

Field test to follow.

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]]> General Discussion section8 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15249 5mm JSB Weights http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15245&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 20:19:03 GMT Sat through a movie weighing some 13.7gr, 5mm JSB Exact pellets. Maybe 3/4 tin. Some = 13.8 gr Most = 13.9 gr Some = 14 gr (+/- same number as... Sat through a movie weighing some 13.7gr, 5mm JSB Exact pellets. Maybe 3/4 tin.

Some = 13.8 gr
Most = 13.9 gr
Some = 14 gr (+/- same number as 13.8 gr)

Found 1 that was a complete dud. The head was not formed properly. Only weight 11.3 gr.

Haven't counted.Bad enough to sit and weigh them.

How big a difference will 0.3 gr make, if any ? ]]> General Discussion Wannebe http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15245 Advice needed http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15243&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:22:14 GMT My brother's oldest son (10years old) is part of the school shooting team.
I think it s called 3P

They are now thinking to buy him a better riffle. He currently shoots with the school riffles or with his Gamo shado 640.

My brother recons thery shoot with a CZ200R ot CZ200R (not quite sure about the R or the T)

Any advice on what riffle to get would be great. What is the limitations or can you shoot with anything?
They are on quite a buget so pls keep this in mind when making suggestions. Having said that please let me know what is the thing to get as the school might make a sponsership/contribution

Can anyone pls point me to the tread on 3P riffle that was on the forum not to long ago - cant find it ]]> General Discussion HACKNEYL http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15243 DEMYAN - All That Gltters is NOT Gold ! http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15242&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:18:06 GMT What a shame...

As Its certainly the OPPOSITE of Edgun, which is also a Russian company - hats off to you guys at Edgun - Quality control & happy customers...even though I dont own an Edgun yet...can I get a freebie Ed ????? PM me and I'll send you my UK address

DEMYAN: Teething intermittent problems with quality control, some happy as bunny customers, and some..well, quite pissed off & &

So I am jolly glad I have found a Russian forum , telling it as it is.

You need to use Google Translator to understand what the heck is going on at Demyan...

1. Nice mods or product launches: http://talks.guns.ru/forummessage/30/560573.html

2. REALITY CHECK: http://www.airgunlib.ru/f5/read.php?35,22507 (reminds me of that BSA Quality control thread ! )

3. In Fairness: http://www.airgunlib.ru/f5/list.php?35 ...whatever those target groupings say...

___________ ]]> General Discussion JasonGoldsmith http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15242 <![CDATA[FT World's 2010.]]> http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15241&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:52:04 GMT Almost upon us, everything booked, at least five of us flying out there on the 28th of this month from Luton airport. Waiting for our rifle import... Almost upon us, everything booked, at least five of us flying out there on the 28th of this month from Luton airport. Waiting for our rifle import permits to arrive shouldn't be long now, some of the lads will be shooting the European championships in a fortnight not me though, i work that weekend.
Really looking forward to the experience of shooting the world's again even though the local wildlife won't quite measure up to last years...;)
:D ]]> General Discussion Darth james http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15241 Exploding diagram needed http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15239&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:42:44 GMT Do anyone have a exploding diagram for a Crosman 1077? Please, before I explode myself:D Or if someone knows, what seals on it is usually the... Do anyone have a exploding diagram for a Crosman 1077? Please, before I explode myself:D

Or if someone knows, what seals on it is usually the quilty one? ]]> General Discussion Ettienne1 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15239 Edgun Groups http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15238&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:15:37 GMT Tried shooting 100 meters today, but wind again, got frustrated wasteing pellets. Decided to shoot at 50 meters instead. 10 shot groups look... Tried shooting 100 meters today, but wind again, got frustrated wasteing pellets.

Decided to shoot at 50 meters instead.

10 shot groups look like this

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]]> General Discussion archer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15238 Evanix hammer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15235&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 08:36:20 GMT Hi guys,

How do I remove my Evanix Blizzards Hammer? Want to polish it up and clean it out. Have noticed there's a lot of metal shavings inside the action etc that I want to clean out.

Thanks ]]> General Discussion SimonS http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15235 National Colours regulations http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15233&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:08:20 GMT You can down load the regulations here: http://www.magcsa.co.za/document-downloads.aspx You can down load the regulations here:

http://www.magcsa.co.za/document-downloads.aspx ]]> General Discussion NJHS http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15233 Best TV Series http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15232&goto=newpost Sun, 05 Sep 2010 05:12:54 GMT We've done books and movies. So I recon, next in line is best TV series

Here is my top 5

1. NCIS (Mark Harmon is great)
2. A-Team
3. CSI (Vegas, Miami)
4. House
5. Burn Notice ]]> General Discussion Force9 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15232 Open Sights http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15229&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 22:23:48 GMT Ok, so how many of you guys out here do actually shoot with open sights?? Even just for fun now and then. I think we have become so accustomed to... Ok, so how many of you guys out here do actually shoot with open sights?? Even just for fun now and then. I think we have become so accustomed to telescopic sights, that it's basically become a 'lost art'...? When I let my young ones shoot with open sights, recently I got some strange reactions from some fellow shooters. Their kids have never used open sights... I believe that there are situations where the use of open sights may even be preferable. Like when you're doing some late afternoon PC and light is too bad for scope use. Or getting rid of some rats at close range- no telescope, in my opinion, offers such quick sight allignment at close range...! What are the opinions out there?? ]]> General Discussion sirshootalot http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15229 First Shot Attraction http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15228&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:20:16 GMT Did some target shooting in the backyard (30m is all I've got here) this morning with the S400 5.5 FAC Carbine.Now firstoff I know that this might look to some of you that it was shot with a "haelgeweer", but I do more PC with my time on hand, than Target shooting. Will get to the one hole groups, don't worry.

Anyway. . . . After I shot this, I start wondering if there is such a thing as first shot attraction. That your subconcious mind is steering your next four pellets to the first one ?

This was 5 shot groupings, all at 30m, outside, no wind, no ajustments to the scope in between plates, presure kept around 180 to 150 bar (pumped after each ten shots), on bench with homemade beanbags. Pellets is JSB Exact 15.9 gr.

Is there such a thing as " First shot attraction" ?
Have a look and I would love to hear your comments.

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]]> General Discussion DEE http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15228 Your best 3 books of all time http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15227&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:13:17 GMT We have the movies the best of which are watered down versions of great books , they are cut , edited , changed so that they are palatable to modern... We have the movies the best of which are watered down versions of great books , they are cut , edited , changed so that they are palatable to modern man's shortened attention span, lack of imagination and rushed life .

So now , how about your best 3 books ever?

1. Lord of the rings
2. Reach for the sky
3. Don Camillo (the whole bunch of them from Giovanni Guareschi) ]]> General Discussion Bex http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15227 Your best 3 movies of all time. http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15226&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 18:32:44 GMT Saturday nights are always slow, lets have some fun.:) Whats your best 3 movies of all time. Saturday nights are always slow, lets have some fun.:)
Whats your best 3 movies of all time. ]]> General Discussion Sniperdad http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15226 Gamo Delta fox? http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15224&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 17:35:58 GMT What are your opinions about this gun? Looking for a Rifle for around 1k for my little sister of 11, something light enough for her too handle and... What are your opinions about this gun?

Looking for a Rifle for around 1k for my little sister of 11, something light enough for her too handle and easy to cock.

She has been shooting with my red Ryder for a few weeks now and seems to be enjoying it. She will only be shooting in the back yard at about 10m at cans and such, also the riffle will only be to see if she is into shooting, and if so there will be a next rifle if not then so it will be.

The reasons why I'm considering this rifle are 1) its extremely light weight 2) very easy to cock 3) it comes in pink and 4) its quite affordable. I have shot a few shots with one of these and seem to be very accurate and fun.

If anyone has any suggestions let me know thanx ]]> General Discussion triger happy http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15224 Hatsan AT44 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15222&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:42:25 GMT I need a parts diagram for a AT44. Seems I have lost a spring somewhere in the action somewhere and now the side-lever is too loose. Have checked... I need a parts diagram for a AT44. Seems I have lost a spring somewhere in the action somewhere and now the side-lever is too loose.

Have checked the manual, but theres no parts diagram. ]]> General Discussion Voodoo http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15222 Accuracy http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15220&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:19:55 GMT I shot 5 shots over 25m with my TDR and this was the result. Group size 7.5mm x 6mm. (Shooting off the bi-pod and shoulder pad only supported in... I shot 5 shots over 25m with my TDR and this was the result. Group size 7.5mm x 6mm.

(Shooting off the bi-pod and shoulder pad only supported in my shoulder.)

I suppose I can do better. Will try if I get challenged. :D

So lets see some 5 shot groups. :)

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]]> General Discussion Colonel http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15220 New gun http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15217&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 16:40:04 GMT I have purchased a new TX200 5,5 FAC for my dad to use for PC(and for me to borrow of course).Does any clever oke know what grain and make pellets... I have purchased a new TX200 5,5 FAC for my dad to use for PC(and for me to borrow of course).Does any clever oke know what grain and make pellets should perform well in it.Can i damage the spring by using a pellet that is too heavy?I also need a scope that won't rattle apart.Any suggestions? ]]> General Discussion G-force http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15217 My OTHER hobby http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15213&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:13:42 GMT I Sandblast things and sometimes spray them gold to get a nice effect. This also gives me a little extra pocket money!:D Came off work early... I Sandblast things and sometimes spray them gold to get a nice effect. This also gives me a little extra pocket money!:D

Came off work early today so i made this bottle. On the one side it has a giraffe and the other side a zebra. The glass table is in our living room and it took me ages to sandblast!!:banghead: As you can see i've got a Massive compressor to make things easy... :crazy:

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]]> General Discussion c4mcr3am http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15213 NEW DISCIPLINE ! http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15212&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:03:02 GMT 1st pic - New discipline ! 2nd pic - for off road FT comps ! LOL ! 1st pic - New discipline !

2nd pic - for off road FT comps ! LOL !

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]]> General Discussion JasonGoldsmith http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15212 Homemade Decoy http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15209&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 09:23:39 GMT A guy that works with me tried to make a decoy, because he was bored. He just started airgunning and got a CFX and an "ITCH" that needs to be scratched.

He made the decoy from paper mache and decorated it with feathers.
It looks good, but it did not work.

Thus, the decoy got shot instead !!!

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]]> General Discussion SHAMEN http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15209 Barrel bands http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15206&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 08:08:49 GMT Can some of you smart guys educate me in the pros and cons of barrel bands. What is their advantage over free floating barrels? How are they... Can some of you smart guys educate me in the pros and cons of barrel bands.

What is their advantage over free floating barrels?
How are they influenced by temperature?
etc. etc. etc... ]]> General Discussion Colonel http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15206 Edgun Lelya has landed! http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15204&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:39:02 GMT The Lelya, possibly the most exciting thing to happen to airgunning in the past decade. A diminutive bullpup no longer than your forearm , packing... The Lelya, possibly the most exciting thing to happen to airgunning in the past decade.

A diminutive bullpup no longer than your forearm , packing 18-23fpe in a package weighing 2kgs!

Regulated, quickfill, pressure gauge, Weaver scope rail, shrouded silenced barrel, oiled walnut stock [optional].

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]]> General Discussion guido http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15204 Insane pricing http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15203&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:28:39 GMT http://www.wantitall.co.za/Nikko-Stirling-Platinum-Nighteater-Scope-with-Side-Wheel-8-32x60-mm__B001H2YNFI Need I say more? http://www.wantitall.co.za/Nikko-Sti...mm__B001H2YNFI

Need I say more? ]]> General Discussion SimonS http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15203 Scope mount problem. http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15202&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:55:06 GMT How can I get the mounts to sit square and in the middle of the mounting rail on my rifle? Each time I tighten the mount, the loose"piece" twists and the mount is then pushed up on the one side. I have sanded down the "loose piece" to try minimise the lift, but I cannot get the mount to sit flat and in the centre. ]]> General Discussion Gratis http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15202 <![CDATA[Where's Allan?]]> http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15198&goto=newpost Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:45:22 GMT What's happened to the man? Ain't seen him post for ages. ]]> General Discussion Mac http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15198 2 sleeps to go http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15197&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:19:55 GMT I have 2 sleeps to go before I get to have my ass handed to me on a plate at champion of champions. I am going to be shooting with my HW50S with a... I have 2 sleeps to go before I get to have my ass handed to me on a plate at champion of champions.

I am going to be shooting with my HW50S with a 4-12 scope. I'm doin the shoot for the fun of it, not to actually place anywhere so I am happy with the rifle.

Apart from a hat, bench rest rests and some pellets, whats the absolute minimum I still need?

Do I really need a cushion for the FT section?
What positions are legal for the freestyle shots? ]]> General Discussion Johan Mk1 http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15197 TX trigger adjustment http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15195&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:16:49 GMT I have had a bit of trouble with the acuracy of the TX lately , so I shot some groups on a paper target. It was grouping low , so I rezeroed it . ... I have had a bit of trouble with the acuracy of the TX lately , so I shot some groups on a paper target. It was grouping low , so I rezeroed it .
Something was still not right and after a chat with guido I stipped it down.

Everything inside apeared to be in order so I reasembled it , zeroed and shot some groups .

Again I was not happy so I pulled off some shots with my eyes closed concentrating on the trigger and detected a bit of creep in the trigger. A cloclwize adjustment of 1/4 turn clockwise on the first stage adjustment screw to take it closer to sear disengagement before the second stage and it felt right.

I shot some groups again and I am back in busness :D

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]]> General Discussion Bex http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15195 For Piet Breedt http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15193&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:02:38 GMT This thread is not to insult or shame anyone. It is my personal view and written in support of Piet. I am ashamed and disgusted, that over the... This thread is not to insult or shame anyone. It is my personal view and written in support of Piet.

I am ashamed and disgusted, that over the last few weeks there has once again been those who find it necessary to tarnish the name and character of Piet Breedt. I find these attacks insulting towards Piet and the shooting community as a whole. Sitting on this side of the screen, I can only conclude that they are born of a personal nature, and I therefore find myself compelled to share my thoughts.

The air rifle shooting community in South Africa is very small, and we as FT, Bench, 3P or the backyard plinker, should support one another and not instigate or get involved in arguments in open forum that bring our sport in disrepute.

Piets achievements are well known, and rather than list them, I thought I will share my first experience with the man.

When I got my son involved in FT, the first thing that struck me was that this was a sport practiced by sportsmen and above all, gentleman. This feeling was further enforced at nationals in 2009. It was the first time WP sent a team to Nationals, and we could sense the north south rivalry in the air. One of the first to welcome us and make us feel at home was Piet. He openly shared his knowledge and experience with us, and during the event he kept encouraging Francois and offering advice. This had a marked effect on Francois, and he performed way above my expectations.

On our return to Cape Town, I contacted Piet and he shared some newly gained knowledge with me. I asked if I should keep this to myself, and Piets answer was what surprised me. He said that he welcomes competition, and by sharing knowledge with his competitors, they up there game which in turn, forces him to up his.

That statement speaks volumes of the man’s character and sportsmanship.

I have since contacted Piet on numerous occasions, and he always has the time to offer advice or share his experience.

The man’s shooting ability is of the highest standard, which he once again proved this year at nationals, when he progressed from 8th on the rankings to finish 2nd. If I am not mistaken, this is the 4th occasion Piet has made the Protea side and captained the team. Not bad for a man who some say is but a flash in the pan who has an occasional good day.

Piet, I salute you sir.

Thank you for your unselfish contribution to the sport of FT in South Africa. ]]> General Discussion dutoitk http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15193 Over valuation of Extreme Spread http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15192&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:41:11 GMT I use to be very conserned about the extreme spread (*es*) of my FT competition gun, and check it regularly over a chrony. Logic told me the smaller... I use to be very conserned about the extreme spread (es) of my FT competition gun, and check it regularly over a chrony. Logic told me the smaller the es, the more accurate the gun and the better chance I have of winning.

Then I got sponsored an EV2 mk4 and my focus changed.

When I received the EV in Des '09 I chronied an entire fill, and was happy with a 12 ft/s spread (es) over 96 shots.

I never chronied it again cause I have never lost an FT match since I got the EV, I was hitting most of the targets and had nothing to complain about, no reason to check it over a chrony.

Then I noticed the EV started shooting constantly about 1.5 mil dots low, so it must have lost speed. I wanted it at 790ft/s, so just for the hell of it I chronied it again and saw that the es has increased from 12 ft/s to 19 ft/s over 100 shots. Weirdest thing is I still hit almost every target in practise and in competition, dispite the spread.

I took it to Louis who confirmed the spread, we removed the scope, opened her up to see if the "slide Hammer" ( the thing that hits the valve) was still clean, as it will certainly effect the es if not clean.

It was filthy, so we gave it a good cleanup and polish.

We reassembled the gun and chronied, 13 ft/s es over 90 shots. I'm smilling again.

So whats my point you may ask, well what do you think is my point?:) ]]> General Discussion Sniperdad http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15192 Cylinder for PCP http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15187&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:15:05 GMT If i buy a scuba cylinder to fill a pcp with which valve should i get , DIN or yoke? If i buy a scuba cylinder to fill a pcp with which valve should i get , DIN or yoke? ]]> General Discussion Bex http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15187 HW57 or HW97K ?? http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15182&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:09:47 GMT Driving to Delmas this afternoon to test the HW57. The price for basically new is half of the HW97 but wondering if it's worth saving/waiting for the HW97K? I know most guys on the forum really rate the HW97.....guess my liking of the HW57 is mainly for my 11yr old son to be able to handle a lot easier.....but now read/heard comments about the pop up breech possibly affecting accuracy and being fiddly??:help: ]]> General Discussion Sparky http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15182 Golf ball kinetic energy? http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15181&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:57:28 GMT What would you assume the Fpe of a driven golf ball to be? What does an average golf ball weigh? At what velocity does it travel? The reason... What would you assume the Fpe of a driven golf ball to be?

What does an average golf ball weigh?

At what velocity does it travel?

The reason I ask, is that I found a slightly damaged golf ball in my yard and it appears to be guilty of taking a reasonable chunk out of my cottage wall!
No I don’t live on a golf estate!

It hit that wall HARD ,so much so, that had it hit Ruth, the Kids or even worse, myself in the head…….I don’t even want to think about it!

Do golf clubs and balls have serial numbers? Do you need a license for them or do you get licensed to own and use them?

What does the law say about using the above in a residential, built up area?

Ok, so now you see where this is going…….:D ]]> General Discussion archer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15181 Big Nikko length? http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15178&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:42:55 GMT Can someone please tell me how long are the big nikko's, with and with out sunshade?

Same for the lynx?

Help appreciated ]]> General Discussion archer http://www.airrifle.co.za/showthread.php?t=15178