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Shooting a Spring Piston Air Rifle
Shooting airguns is fun, but it’s not the same as shooting small-bore or big-bore firearms. Many new shooters looking for an affordable alternative to firearms go for the least expensive option, promising velocities that rival their firearms. Most of the time, this means they are moving from firearms to some sort of spring or gas […]
PCP Filling Options: Pros & Cons
We were reminded recently that PCP (pre-charged pneumatic) airguns are not new. It’s pretty cool that Lewis and Clark traveled with a multi-shot big bore airgun on their legendary expedition across the United States. What’s also not new are the challenges shooters face to air up their PCP airguns. In this article, we’ll explore some […]
How to Pick Your First PCP Airgun
You’ve finally decided to jump into PCP airgunning. What is the best first PCP rifle? Well, that will change depending on many factors. So let’s break them down and help you get the best first PCP for you! Determine Your Commitment Most new PCP airgunners don’t jump right into the deep end. They want to […]
Beginners Guide to Field Target Competitions
There are many forms of competitive shooting that center around airguns. These primarily start with a focus on youth shooting programs, which can extend into college scholarships, and even a trip to the Olympics. But are there any options for adults? The short answer is yes. For those looking for ultimate precision, you have bench rest […]
What is the Muzzle Velocity of a .22 Caliber Airgun?
.22 caliber airguns come in all shapes and sizes. There are spring-powered, pump pneumatic pistols, breakbarrel, and magnum PCP rifles. Unlike a .22 LR rimfire cartridge, which will have a very similar muzzle velocity regardless of the platform that fires it, .22 caliber airguns will have differing muzzle velocities based on many factors, even with […]
Best .22 Pellets for Hunting
Pellet guns make for great hunting tools, especially when dealing with pests or harvesting small game. They are quiet, affordable, and very accurate out to 50 and 100 yards depending on your specific airgun. While the gun and the shooter behind the trigger play a huge role, it’s the pellet that’s flying downrange and doing […]
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Top Airguns for Groundhog Hunting
Groundhogs can be cute little furry animals while you watch them play out in a field. But, when they are tearing up your yard, undermining your foundations, and chewing through electrical and irrigation lines, they become pests that pose a serious threat. So, how can you safely dispatch them, specifically in a more urban environment? […]
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Are Airguns Considered Firearms?
The question of whether airguns are or should be considered firearms comes up more often than you may think. When considering the old youth standards like the Daisy Red Ryder or Crosman Pumpmaster, it’s not hard to see that Airguns are NOT at all firearms. But as you get into the newer, high powered PCP […]
The Slippery Slug Slope
In 2020 we saw the two big pellet makers, JSB and H&N, bring small bore airgun slugs to market. What does this mean for the airgun industry? Airguns that shoot slugs are by no means new. Airgunners have been shooting slugs or solid projectiles for hundreds of years. So what’s all the fuss about anyway? […]
Picking the Best Airgun Ammo
If you are new to airgunning, you may not know how important it is to find the right ammo. It starts by understanding what ammo is best suited for a particular purpose. Some ammo, like wadcutter pellets, are ideal for punching paper. Domed pellets are usually best suited for long-range accuracy. Then there is hollow […]
