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Posted on Jun 27, 2008, 10:47 PM from IP address 69.50.69.4
I tried cp in my 22cal rifle and rws super points and found the cp are better all around. I ran out of cp and tried the rws ones by chance and found they were not as effective on body shots and head shots of squirrels. I chronied the cp at 636 and rws at 621, pretty close. I know the cp are a much harder pellet though.
Posted on Jun 24, 2008, 2:25 PM from IP address 24.168.23.185
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My R7 loves RWS SuperDomes. The softer lead expands well and is devastating on squirrel-heads out to 30 plus yards. If I remember correctly, the SuperDomes are 8.2 grain verses the CPL 7.9 grain.
I edited this, realizing you were referring to SuperPoints. I've never done well trying to group any pointed pellet except for Predators.
LL
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Posted on Jun 24, 2008, 2:54 PM from IP address 70.44.232.219
Maybe the caliber had something to do with it, I'm using 22. Also I was talking about the rws superpoints not the domes. I imagine the domes are closer to cp becuase they are not actually pointed like the can says but dome shaped.
Posted on Jun 24, 2008, 2:59 PM from IP address 24.168.23.185
I tend to have a pretty respectable grouping at around 30 meters with pointed pellets but, not quite as good with domed and considerably worse with flat heads. I tended to carry a handful of each in each pocket and load once I saw what I was gunning for. (I usually had to wait for the wind to blow the leaves or something to mask the sound). I used the flat heads for up close targets and the pointed ones for further out.
I was using the .177 caliber Daisy 880 at the time by the way.
I just had to add my two cents in! LOL!
If G-d didn't want us to shoot animals, then why did he make them so tasty?
Posted on Aug 9, 2008, 5:49 AM from IP address 205.188.117.19
A large doe deer has been eating everything in my vegetable garden. It visits a couple of times each day. I have clapped my hands to scare it off and have even thrown rocks at it. It still keeps coming back.
I'm considering using my Beeman 177 cal air rifle (about 800 fps) and shooting it in the side of the hip, if I get a chance. I don't want to seriously injure it, but I do want to strongly discourage it from coming back.
What do you think are the chances of a pointed pellet doing much more than raising a welt at a distance of about 100 feet? In order for the pellet to penetrate muscle, it will have to get through stiff deer hair, and a tough hide.
Thanks
Posted on Jun 24, 2008, 11:32 AM from IP address 204.84.96.204
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It is just plain cruel and irresponsible! You will break the hide enough for infection to set in, and that animal will have a miserable life to follow with flies and maggots eating at her flesh. Please erase that thought from your plans. If a hunter should bag that animal and find a pellet under it's skin, you can see how a pellet rifle ban could follow in your town. It might even lead officials back to you! More powerful than your local police, the Wild Life officials can search and seize on probable cause alone!
Like me, you live in an area where the deer rule. They will come back again and again because that is where the pack roam. (not always a bad thing!) The only effective measure I found to work (and I've tried a lot) is wire fencing. If your plants are low and you use a low fence, you will also need to put a top over it. Deer have long necks, and their reach is incredible. The fence provides 24-7 protection, and that is key since most deer will eat your garden at 4AM just before sun rise. They do not keep office hours. While you are at it, bury a few inches of that fence under the soil to keep out the rabbit. That rodent is a notorious garden nibbler and digger.
If you are truly set on scaring off doe when you see them, try fire crackers. Thats a trick I use to get the black bear out of the driveway at night. Be careful of dry brush fire. I toss a pack into the trash pail and the noise drives off all critters. Fire crackers are legal in my state, but check your local codes.
LL
Posted on Jun 24, 2008, 2:06 PM from IP address 70.44.232.219
yea be very very quiet!!! seriously man i live in the deserts of southern new mexico, and hunt rabbits all the time, its not all that hard once you learn the terrain, just take your time, move slowly, and on hot sunny days look in the shaded areas underneith bushes and shrubs, sometimes they are hard to see, and you gonna trip over a bunch, but once you get your eyes trained to the game your hunting and the country your hunting in it'll get easier
Posted on Jul 31, 2008, 7:34 PM from IP address 207.200.116.199
And although it is discontinued, you might find one used. Another alternative is to look at the Crosman 2260, or a QB78.
To convert a pumper to CO2 seems like an extensive and costly project. By the time you're finished it would probably be cheaper to purchase one of the above, and spend your time & energy on the trigger, valve and other parts.
Good luck!
LL
Posted on Jun 17, 2008, 12:29 PM from IP address 70.44.232.219
Okay so im just getting into this AIR GUN HUNTING. i have a Crossman 760b its .177 CAL. and i was wondering if this is gun is gonna be a "one shot one kill" gun or should i get a better gun?
P.S. and has anyone ever used those Predator hunting pellets?
Posted on Jun 13, 2008, 6:57 PM from IP address 71.116.239.194
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What type of critter are you planning on shooting, and from what range?
I'd say that small pest birds out to 25 yards are possible, and small squirrel out to 20 yards if you practice shot placement, but I wouldn't push it! What will make the difference is how well you can group at those ranges. You want 3/4" or better.
If those predator pellets can group well from your rifle, they will most likely be the most effective pellet for taking out pests, as long as you remain accurate and within range to deliver the proper punch. In higher powered airguns, they simply destroy meat!
LL
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Posted on Jun 17, 2008, 12:33 PM from IP address 70.44.232.219
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in order to see which will group best for you. Start with the typical winners such as Crosman Premiers, Crosman Heavies, JSB Exacts ... all dome shaped. If your range is short you could also consider wad cutters. Accuracy is everything, so see which pellet gives you that!
LL
Posted on May 25, 2008, 11:59 PM from IP address 70.44.232.219
I used Crosman hollow points in mine. They seem to hit harder than the majority of the ones I've tried. Just test different ones out and find out what it likes.
Posted on May 26, 2008, 8:49 PM from IP address 75.202.241.122
Hey all,
Im looking to buy MY first pellet gun. Not to say i dont have experience with pellet guns im familiar with the crosman co2 repeater as well as the gamo viper express. i want to know if anyone has any suggestions for a gun i should buy. probably under $300 if not maybe just a few dollars over it. And two, how much of a necesity is .22 caliber for hunting. i wont be going after anything more than 5 or 10 pounds. is it better to have a 1400 fps .177 or a 1000 fps .22. write back whatever. thanks.
Posted on May 24, 2008, 6:38 PM from IP address 71.131.25.230
Ok first of all forget all the hype over velocity. At 1400 fps you wont be able to hit much with enough accuracy to kill anything(over 1,200 fps breaks sound barrier and pellets fly all over as they start to tumble), even at that speed you need well aimed shots.
What you need to concentrate on for hunting in accuracy and ft/lb a .177 pellet is alot lighter and at higher speeds will hit softer than a much heavier pellet at a lower velocity 850 fps is a good stable velocity and in .22cal that is hitting HARD.
I would go .22 cal is has a little more umph at longer range and larger targets
I am gonna recommend a magnum powered diana but you may want to look into the discovery rifles prepped from Tim at Mac 1 as they seem to be doing pretty well in accuracy and power.
But the RWS rifles are superior in my book i have a 460 magnum in .22cal can take coons with it as well as small game.
I wouldn't go with the Benjamin Super streak for price it would be better to get the RWS i linked.
The Gamo CFX is a great rifle from what i hear.
The rifle i linked is just a little less powerful than my 460 and for price is great starter but dont forget with the magnum power spring rifles you need to take time to learn to shooting them due to the recoil from the powerful spring they use, and need to shoot 500-2000 shots before you will notice excellent accuracy from it(not to say the first shot wont be great but with time spring rifles get better.)
Posted on May 26, 2008, 10:53 AM from IP address 69.209.149.41
what do you know about the Walther Falcon hunter edition. its got good power (1000) fps at .22 caliber and everyone gave it really good reviews on pyramydair.com.
Posted on May 26, 2008, 4:59 PM from IP address 71.131.25.230
if i got one i might opt for .25 cal. Also most velocity claims are much higher than they really are they use extremely light pellets to get those claims.
Posted on May 29, 2008, 11:37 PM from IP address 69.209.149.41
I have the QB-78T with the bulk fill and it is an amazing small game rifle. The bulk fill makes it easier to hold steady also. I have taken groundhogs, squirrels, and a turkey with the gun and all were 1 shot kills. They are at Compasseco for about $100 dollars. The guns really group nicely as well. I have mine set to where I can hit a nickel from 35 yards dead on.
Posted on May 26, 2008, 7:32 PM from IP address 75.202.241.122
I was wondering if a crosman 1377 would be suitable for tking out pigeons and blackbirdsaround my neighborhood. I would also like to know what accesories would be useful on it.
Posted on May 10, 2008, 9:03 PM from IP address 71.229.243.28
Is your 1377 modded at all? Black birds should be no problem. Pigeons might be a stretch with a stock gun, but if you keep your shot distance under 20 yards, and use good shot placement the yes. do a few simple mods, this gun can be fun.
Jerry
Posted on May 16, 2008, 5:08 PM from IP address 71.229.71.66
the crosman can be a good gun. u may have some trouble with the scopes that company's will send with the gun so you'll have to buy a better one other than that the crossman quest 1000 is a GREAT gun for the money. iv killed ferel cats with it with a well placed shot. squirrel, raccoon some times, starlings, quail.
these are all animals i have taken with the quest i had. but i ran over mine my old ATV. it was mounted on the front when the screws broke and it fell off.
the quest 1000 is a GREAT gun and will give you much pleasue for years to come.
Posted on May 28, 2008, 2:55 AM from IP address 76.191.135.238
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