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Ruger Talon Part 2 – Performance, Accuracy, & Final Summary
In Part 1 of the Ruger Talon from Umarex USA we looked at the aesthetics and function. In this segment we’ll take a look at performance, accuracy and of course our final summary. Performance Like the Ruger Air Hawk, the Ruger Talon is a 1000 FPS class airgun when shooting lightweight lead pellets. After a […]
Ruger Talon Part 1 – Aesthetics and Basic Function
So far 2013 has been a great year for airgunners. There are so many new products hitting the market that it’s easy to lose track. Umarex USA has certainly hit the ground running releasing several new airguns filled with new features. The new Ruger Talon is one of these new products. Some of the new […]
How to Sight an Airgun
Before you shoot your new gun for the first time, you must align its sights with the flight path of the BB or pellet. Even though your gun is brand new and fresh from its box, it is very likely that things are not lined up as they should be… the same holds true for […]
Which Airgun is “Better or Best” Part 5 – No Nonsense Small Game Hunting
Well we’ve reached the end of this series as we wrap up with airguns best suited for hunting applications. Before we start, let’s go back over what we’ve covered so far. As a note, I’ve kept the focus to airguns that fall under the $350 price point. Catching up… The first question was: “What airgun […]
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Which Airgun is “Better or Best” Part 4 – .22 Airguns
Our next group of “Better or Best” airguns is perhaps the most requested. The question usually comes over like this: “What is the best hunting airgun for under $350 that is quiet, accurate, and is good for target practice too?” So this means we are looking for something that is economical to shoot for target […]
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What Airgun is “Better or Best” Part 3 – Target shooting only?
It’s rare but it does happen that I speak to folks that are only interested in target shooting or plinking. There are many good reasons for someone to desire an airgun for this purpose. Trigger time is trigger time. The more time you spend on the trigger, the more you are developing muscle memory and […]
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Which Airgun is “Better or Best” Part 2 – .177 caliber options.
In our first article on this topic we looked at caliber as it may relate to small game hunting and pest control. That’s a pretty narrow focus and while that may be a part of an airgunners intended purpose, most of us do more than just hunt. We also enjoy target shooting and the relaxation […]
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Which Airgun is “Better or Best” Part I
It’s certainly a common request from new airgunners: “which airgun is best?” Boy, talk about a loaded question. It’s sort of like going up to a car dealer and asking him: “Which is the best car, a Ford Focus or a 3500 GMC Diesel Truck?” It’s an impossible question to answer accurately without getting more […]
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Air Pistols For Handgun Training
People own handguns of all shapes and sizes. Some take their ownership very seriously, others never actually test fire them even one time after the initial purchase. There’s a huge responsibility that goes along with firearm ownership, one that should be taken seriously. If you own a gun, you need to know how to use […]
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Airguns for Self-Defense – A Good Idea?
Are airguns a viable option for self-defense or home protection? The short and sweet answer is no. I’ve decided to address this issue because it’s one of the most commonly asked questions I’ve been asked over the years. Now some may want to argue the point on a philosophical level, which I’ll be more than […]
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