Posts Tagged ‘pellets’

Issue #48 – Airguns are similar to black powder guns

Vintage airguns have an unusual similarity with black powder (BP) guns. Listen as Tom compares some of his favorite vintage airguns (FWB 30, Walther LG 55, BSF 54 and FWB 124) with collectible BP guns, such as the Marlin Ballard, trapdoor Springfield and Pennsylvania long guns.

Ammo, loading, build quality, lock time and barrel length are just a few areas where airguns share a lot with BP.

Download February 2011 MP3 file

Issue #47 – Pellet tutorial

Pellets may seem like they’re not that complicated, but they are. Besides having to decide which shape is best for your airgun or your discipline, you have to consider weight, widths of the skirt and head, how hard it is and what type of gun you’ll be using.

This month, Tom Gaylord tells you which pellets might work best in the powerplant of YOUR gun…whether it’s CO2, spring-piston or pneumatic. Find the best pellet and commence to shootin’!

Download January 2011 MP3 file

Hawke Airmax EV scopes
Hawke Sport Optics

The Airmax range is designed specifically for airgun shooters. Airgun shooters, whether hunting, target shooting or plinking, require specialized optical set-ups to get the most out of their rifles. The Hawke Airmax EV range offers the airgunner precision optics packed with great features.

Crosman MTR77 NP rifle & scope
Crosman MTR77 NP air rifle

Get all the benefits of a gas piston in the new Crosman MTR77 NP tactical air rifle with included 4x32 CenterPoint scope and mount. Experience smoother shooting, smoother cocking, no spring torque/fatigue and perfect functioning in cold weather. The MTR77 has the look and feel of a sporting firearm without all the strings attached...or the expensive ammo. Shoot all day, every day without breaking the bank (or alarming the neighbors). 1200 fps, 18 ft-lbs.

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