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How to use the Glock BB Pistol for Training
It was around 2020 when the first officially licensed Glock CO2 replica pistols hit the market. They were released by Umarex USA, a major player in the licensed replica market. Since their release, Umarex has launched multiple versions based on various Glock models. They are 1 to 1 replicas for size and weight, and utilize […]
Umarex Gauntlet vs Gauntlet 2: How Do They Stack Up?
Umarex changed the game with the original Gauntlet. Available in .22 and .25 caliber, the Gen 1 Gauntlet delivered regulated performance around a $300 price point, one of the first PCP air rifle platforms to hit that mark. Umarex raised the bar with the Gauntlet 2. Let’s take a look at the key differences. To […]
Tips for Traveling with an Airgun
Do you need to travel with your airgun? Are there things you need to be aware of before you make that trip? The short answer is YES. So let’s get into it. Where are You Going? For the most part, moving within your state, provided airguns are legal, should not be an issue. The rub […]
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To Lube or Not to Lube, That is the Question!
There’s always been a bit of debate amongst airgun enthusiasts about pellet lube. Some, usually competitive shooters, absolutely swear by it. Others say it’s all in their head. Well, the beautiful thing about this topic is that we can actually test to see who’s right. Or can we? What lube will we be using? Beyond […]
Can a “Regular” Airgun Shoot Slugs?
This is a very hot topic, especially if you spend any time in the various airgun groups out there. Just a few years ago, airgun slugs were only for the niche airgun enthusiasts. Now, they have become mainstream, and more and more shooters expect to be able to shoot them. First, let’s talk about why […]
Hunting with Open Sights on Big Bore Rifles
You’ll appreciate this next article if you’ve ever been hunting in brush or tight woods with a scope. While most airguns these days simply expect you to drop a scope on them to be able to shoot, some big-bore hunting options either ship with open sights or can have them added very simply. If you […]
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The Flexibility of Regulated Air Rifles
Our last article talked about how we turned up the regulator pressure to around 2400 PSI and added weight and energy to our hammer spring to get up to a stable 54 FPE and 850 FPS with JSB MKII Heavy Pellets. This puts us right in the sweet spot for 75-yard and possibly even 100-yard […]
Getting More Power from the Benjamin Gunnar
Our last article talked about how we turned up the regulator pressure to around 2400 PSI and added weight and energy to our hammer spring to get up to a stable 54 FPE and 850 FPS with JSB MKII Heavy Pellets. This puts us right in the sweet spot for 75-yard and possibly even 100-yard […]
The Best BB Gun Competition You’ve Never Heard About
If you are reading this blog, you are someone who loves airguns or is hard on the trail to learn about them and the sport of airgunning. What was your first airgun? The overwhelming percentage of airgunners will have started with a Daisy Airgun. It may be the Daisy RedRyder or Daisy 880, but it […]
Best Accessories for the Benjamin Gunnar
The move to “chassis” airguns is in full swing. A “chassis” airgun is based on a minimalist frame and lacks the traditional “stock” elements. The Benjamin Gunnar is a good example. It uses a standard AR buttstock and grip, and there’s no forearm. Rather, there’s a metal receiver with significant AR influences. The basic Gunnar […]
