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If you are unfamiliar with Shot Show, it’s a yearly event where manufacturers show off their products to prospective buyers and dealers. Ok, that’s a dramatic oversimplification, but hopefully, you get the idea.  Well over a hundred thousand folks descend on Las Vegas to see the year’s best and newest products.  While the overall focus […]

Talk about a volatile topic; this is one of them.  Slugs vs. pellets.  Which is the better option and why?  Well, it all comes down to the use.  So let’s look at the how, when, where, and why for each. Anatomy of a Pellet and Why it Works Airguns shoot projectiles at a fraction of […]

When we think about hunting, we don’t really have visions of the South Florida apartment and condo communities in mind.  But that’s exactly where we’ll be heading as we talk about what it’s like to hunt iguanas down in the Miami and Fort Lauderdale area. Why Iguanas? Before we get to the how, we should […]

The Draco SBR is the subject of much discussion and curiosity.  Like many purpose-built firearms, the Draco holds a specific place in the modern arsenal of interesting weapons.  But what is it, and why don’t we have a BB gun version?  Let’s get into it.  History and Purpose of the Draco Pistol It’s been difficult […]

If you’re tired of being cooped up all winter and looking for a way to make the most of your time outdoors as the weather warms up, then try plinking. Plinking is the act of shooting small targets, like cans or bottles, that make “plink” sound when you hit them. It’s a great way to […]

Do you remember your first airgun?  Chances are that it was a spring gun like the Daisy Red Ryder or maybe a multi-pump pneumatic like the Crosman 760.  Both guns shoot steel BBs, which are the premier ammo of choice for the entry-level airgun.  Most airgunners eventually move beyond the “lowly” BB rifle on their […]

Like with every hobby, there are affordable entry-level products that we buy to get started.  They are usually big box products that are more disposable than repairable. Of course, this is not always the case, but generally speaking, it’s the natural course.   But if it’s a hobby that grabs our attention, our interests and experiences […]

Getting consistent accuracy from your airgun can be a challenge, but you can do a few things to get the most out of any airgun. Let’s take a look at some simple things any airgunner can do.  Most airguns have the same accuracy-improving fixes, but springer and gas ram guns are unique. Seeing as they […]

Whether you’ve just purchased your first airgun with a bundled optic or you’re a seasoned pro, you’ll want to get your new scope mounted and sighted so you can get out and enjoy your airgun.  Or, maybe you’re getting your gear set up for going out into the field for some hunting.  Well, this guide […]

The new year seems to have started off on the right foot and looks set to plod along nicely for airgunners.  It’s a Great Time for Airgunning Shot Show 2023 was full of new products from some heavy hitters like Air Venturi, Umarex, Diana, AirForce, JTS, Hatsan, Hawke, Element, and Leapers. Several new airguns, new […]