I’m shooting a bigger airgun (Texan .457) but I also have found some improvement using Ballistol. I apply it by putting some on a rag inside of a plastic bag, then lightly lubing each bullet before...
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Forum: AirGuns
I’m shooting a bigger airgun (Texan .457) but I also have found some improvement using Ballistol. I apply it by putting some on a rag inside of a plastic bag, then lightly lubing each bullet before...
Forum: AirGuns
I consider 100 yards as my practical distance. It will go further, but ethically for hunting that is a good max range.
Forum: Coatings and Alternatives
I don’t have any powder to trade, but I would like to try hi-tek. Any other trade or buy a bit?
Forum: AirGuns
Tom, sorry I’m late oh this, haven’t logged in for a couple of weeks. I have the same gun, and cast all my bullets for it. The one I get the best performance with is a NOE 460-396-RF-AE2. With the...
Forum: AirGuns
The soft lead is because the steel in the air rifle barrels is softer, so if you use harder lead (ww), then it will damage your barrel.
Forum: AirGuns
I have the same gun, and it works great for me. I have big PCPs, but if I really want to hunt small game quietly and effectively, this will one of my first options!
Forum: AirGuns
Smoke,
Here’s an example, this is after shooting some yellow bullets. It’s not thick, but noticeable. Maybe I’ll try cooking longer.
Sorry, couldn’t get the pic to load.
Forum: AirGuns
I am Smoke, and using your powder. It looks great, and passes hammer test. I’m not really getting leading, more like “PCing”. I get the grooves marked with the powdercoat, which takes quite a bit...
Forum: AirGuns
I’m sorry Don, I wasn’t real clear. I have tried Ballistol on my big bores, and BTW I powder coat also, but I haven’t been real impressed with it. I have also tried Bore Butter. I still get some...
Forum: AirGuns
I’m afraid that would diesel on me Greg. I’m shooting large bullets (250-400 gr) using over 3000 psi. It’s really a different beast from regular airguns
Forum: AirGuns
Thanks Don! I use Ballistol, and for small bore all of the solutions these fine gentlemen have put forth are great, but this is more like a black powder without wanting to diesel. I’m shooting a...
Forum: AirGuns
I have a .457 Airforce Texan and cast my own bullets. I am considering using a lube, but not real sure what since there are so many different kinds and none specifically for airguns. Do any of you...
Forum: AirGuns
I just saw some shots at over 600 yards! For me, it’s 100 yards for ethical hunting.
Forum: AirGuns
I have both, and have done quite a bit of testing with newer pellets. I think the .177 is great for squirrels, but anything bigger you still want to stay with the .22.
Forum: AirGuns
I have one. I bought it a year ago, and it has been great. Too small to fill big bottles, but perfect to fill gun bottles. I have had zero problems, and love the auto-stop—I can set it then refill...
Forum: AirGuns
Oh, it’s getting big, and it’s a blast! I have a .457 that shoots a 350 gr bullet at almost 900 fps. That’s almost 500 fpe—plenty for big game. I cast my own bullets, shoot them with regular air...
Forum: AirGuns
I have a .457 Texan SS (they aren’t manufactured as a .458), and cast several projectiles for it. A few tips for accuracy: First, test each bullet at different psi levels and wheel settings—each...
Forum: AirGuns
In find my .22 AirForce Condor does best with real heavy pellets like the 25.39 grain JSB Diabolo Exact Monsters.
Forum: Cast Boolits
Anyone have any success in casting for their .270? I currently shoot Nosler 130 gr high-velocity bullets, but would be interested in casting if it’s practical. I currently only cast pistol-type...
Forum: AirGuns
With that short of a distance, how about a red-dot? Simple to aim and shoot.
BP | Bronze Point | IMR | Improved Military Rifle | PTD | Pointed |
BR | Bench Rest | M | Magnum | RN | Round Nose |
BT | Boat Tail | PL | Power-Lokt | SP | Soft Point |
C | Compressed Charge | PR | Primer | SPCL | Soft Point "Core-Lokt" |
HP | Hollow Point | PSPCL | Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt" | C.O.L. | Cartridge Overall Length |
PSP | Pointed Soft Point | Spz | Spitzer Point | SBT | Spitzer Boat Tail |
LRN | Lead Round Nose | LWC | Lead Wad Cutter | LSWC | Lead Semi Wad Cutter |
GC | Gas Check |