Break Barrel NP Rifles are Hard on Old Folks

[Byrd666]

@jmohme - Okay, just hypothetically speaking, if a person were to say, want to get some reliable information on this discipline of shooting, where would you send that person?

 

[jmohme]

@jmohme - Okay, just hypothetically speaking, if a person were to say, want to get some reliable information on this discipline of shooting, where would you send that person?

Shooting in general, or Air guns?

 

[Byrd666]

Air guns. And more specifically, the PCP genre/discipline.

 

[jmohme]

Air guns. And more specifically, the PCP genre/discipline.

Try these two web sites.

Airgun Nation

www.airgunnation.com

Airgun Forum | GTA International Airgun Forum | 17,332+ Members

The Gateway to Airguns forum is the oldest, largest, and most active airgun forum & knowledge archive. Used internationally by airgun enthusiast and industry professionals to discuss and share all things related to airguns. From vintage airguns to the most modern PCP airguns.

www.gatewaytoairguns.org

Both are very good sites with lots of good info, but to me the first one probably has more good technical info, but does seem to focus more on the more high end guns.
The second site has a lot more info on entry level and mid range guns..

Also, if you are near San Antonio, there is a good airgun shop. Alamo airguns I think is the name. I have stopped in there and talked with the owner. He was very helpful in supplying good info to help on my search for PCP info.

 

[jmohme]

Also, If you find yourself in the Bastrop area. Send me a PM.
I am on the road a lot, but if I am in town, I would be happy to let you try out my three PCPs

 

[leVieux]

Also, If you find yourself in the Bastrop area. Send me a PM.
I am on the road a lot, but if I am in town, I would be happy to let you try out my three PCPs

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We all owe you for the extensive knowledge you have shared on this timely topic.

THANK YOU !

leVieux

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[rollingblock50]

I bought a cheap water-cooled compressors from China online two years ago and it's still running strong. I didn't expect it to last, but for under $300 it was a good value

 

[seeker_two]

Do they make pistols in this type of action?

 

[RankAmateur]

Do they make pistols in this type of action?

Yes. PCP pistols are fairly common with several manufactures. You can get a feel for what is available by visiting on-line stores like https://www.pyramydair.com/, https://utahairguns.com/, or https://www.airgunsofarizona.com/. Prices range from ~$160 to >$2,000. Several of these are repeaters.

BTW, for those pistols/rifles with storage cylinders topping out at 3,000 PSI, you can effectively fill these with a special hand pump. I used to recharge a Benjamin Marauder with about 100 strokes. Clearly a workout, but you do that once for 50-60 shots. You can use the small (or large) automated pumps for these lower-pressure guns, and you will NEED one for higher-end airguns with storage near 4500 PSI.

 

[Swedonia]

Here is an example of a well-regarded PCP air pistol, for sale at Krale Schietsport in the Netherlands. (Pretty crazy but you can buy an airgun from Krale and UPS has it on your doorstep three days later!)
This one would be hand-pumpable, but the best hand pump, the British-made Hill, will cost about what the pistol does.

Artemis PP700S-A

Artemis is developing into a leading manufacturer of spring powered, Co2 and PCP airguns. The company combines good designs and quality for an unbeatable price. The Artemis PP700S-A is a single shot regulated PCP air pistol with hammer cocking system. The nice synthetic black grip is universal...

www.krale.shop

 

[SPACETRUCKER]

just when my wife thought I was under control... now comes air guns and we wont even talk about the break open cheapie beeman my dad bought years ago...

 

[jmohme]

just when my wife thought I was under control... now comes air guns and we wont even talk about the break open cheapie beeman my dad bought years ago...

My wife has known me long enought to realize that control in unattainable. An ilussion at best. :-)

 

[leVieux]

Here is an example of a well-regarded PCP air pistol, for sale at Krale Schietsport in the Netherlands. (Pretty crazy but you can buy an airgun from Krale and UPS has it on your doorstep three days later!)
This one would be hand-pumpable, but the best hand pump, the British-made Hill, will cost about what the pistol does.

Artemis PP700S-A

Artemis is developing into a leading manufacturer of spring powered, Co2 and PCP airguns. The company combines good designs and quality for an unbeatable price. The Artemis PP700S-A is a single shot regulated PCP air pistol with hammer cocking system. The nice synthetic black grip is universal...

www.krale.shop

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Praytell, what is the function of a ‘’hammer’’ on an airgun ?

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[RankAmateur]

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Praytell, what is the function of a ‘’hammer’’ on an airgun ?

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Triggering the air valve.