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by B.B. Pelletier Hammerli Storm Elite is a sharp-looking new breakbarrel with a synthetic stock and matte nickel finish. When Umarex acquired the Hammerli name in 2006, the shooting world waited to see what would happen. Hammerli is a legendary Swiss maker of fine target arms. Though many of their models have actually been made … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Mendoza’s RM-650 is a classic-looking BB gun with some traditional touches that I like. I have recently discovered that Mendoza produces some pretty fine airguns. The RM-200 test has really opened my eyes, and today I have another super Mendoza gun for you – the RM-650 BB gun. Why do I like … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Part 3Part 2Part 1 I finally completed the accuracy test of the Mendoza RM-200. The day was breezy, but the wind was not a problem. I shot at 25 yards, which I felt was in keeping with this type of rifle. Scoped!One of our readers suggested scoping the rifle with a Bug … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Before we begin today, attention bargain hunters. Pyramyd AIR has a great sale on H&N Baracuda Match pellets in .22 caliber. The Haenel 28 is a stout single-shot spring pistol from before WWII. I was at a gun show 10 years ago and saw a strange-looking pistol on a table. Something about … Read more
Today, we have a guest blogger. She’ll tell you how to avoid eye injuries when shooting airguns and how to protect your children from the same. by Mirfee Ungier, M.D., Ophthalmologist and eye surgeon Airgunning, for all its fun as a shooting sport and its relative safety compared to firearms, is still a high-risk sport … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Now, there’s a loaded question. Pun intended! It’s loaded with emotion for many people in the U.S. and for those who watch the United States from outside the country. I expect many people believe the NRA was founded to protect the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution or to protect “gun rights,” … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier I have used three-piece cleaning rods all my life. And, when I recently added up the cost of the 30 or so I’ve bought over the years, the total topped $200! However, that’s not the reason for this post. A one-piece steel cleaning rod – coated or not – is actually BETTER … Read more
