If you’re planning to hunt with an airgun, you need effective pellets to bring your game down in a humane way. A common misconception is that you need a very high caliber gun to hunt. This is not necessarily the case. With an accurate shot, .177 air guns are just as useful when hunting as […]
Improving Your Shopping Experience
Airgun Depot is launching its new and improved website! We are striving to bring you the best airgun buying experience possible and in order to do so, we have completely overhauled our website bringing you new features with a lot more to come. Under-the-Hood = Improved Performance & Speed The new platform will allow us […]
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Air Rifle Scope Mounting Basics
Your brand-new airgun just arrived, and you are eager to try it out. You also purchased an air rifle scope (make sure it’s airgun rated if you plan to install on a springer) and the recommended mounts and rings that fit, and all you need to do now to enjoy your new acquisition is to […]
Is the Magnum the Fastest Pellet Gun
The feet per second (FPS) a pellet travels when fired from an air rifle is an important factor for any airgun enthusiast. While experienced airgunners know that foot-pounds of energy is a more reliable metric, FPS is much easier for beginners to understand and so it is used when manufacturers want to wow a prospective […]
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What Do the Numbers Mean on a Rifle Scope
There are a lot of numbers listed on rifle scopes that you need to know. The main numbers are the magnification and the lens size in millimeters. This will usually be seen as a number, the letter X, and a second number. The first number is the magnification of the object and the second number […]
CO2 Cartridge Pressure
The matter of CO2 pressure may seem intimidating at first, but knowing the basics makes it easier to understand matters such as velocity and how many shots per cartridge. CO2 is carbon dioxide compressed in a cylinder tank capable of powering an airgun. This substance is a gas capable of forming a liquid when mechanically […]
Sound Barrier FPS
Reaching or surpassing the sound barrier with an airgun is fun and gives bragging rights. While it is something airgunners talk about, there are a few misconceptions about what it really means and why breaking the barrier may not actually be worth it. The Sound Barrier FPS There has been a lot of talk about […]
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Can You Reuse Steel BB’s?
Summary Many people wonder if they can reuse steel BB’s in an air gun. There are a few reasons this may not be the best idea. From possibly damaging the air gun to reducing performance, we break down the reasons you need to think twice about saving old BB’s for a second round. Can You […]
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What is Pellgun Oil?
Summary Many people wonder what Pellgun oil is and why it is important for their air gun. Pellgun oil is a Crosman solution used on CO2 air guns to properly lubricate the o-rings and seals. It is easy to use and offers many benefits for an airgun to promote both performance and longevity. What Is […]
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Beeman R1 vs R9
SummaryThere are a few major differences between the Beeman R1 and R9 air rifles. These matters, such as weight, maximum velocity, and more, are important to consider before purchasing. While the two models have notable differences, they are also similar in a few key ways as well. Beeman R1 vs R9The right air rifle is […]
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