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by B.B. Pelletier Part 1 Well, a very interesting day. You will recall that yesterday I checked the pressure in the BAM B51 and used a hand pump to add another 100 psi. I wasn’t sure that it was needed, because the gauge I used yesterday was different than the one I used to fill … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Before we begin today’s post, I have to comment on the recent test of the RWS Diana 460 Magnum. This air rifle now tops the list as the No. 1 “trigger” gun in this blog. By that, I mean it triggered more responses than any other airgun. Based on all the comments, … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Part 2Part 1 Drum roll, please. Today, we’ll look at the velocity and power of the RWS Diana 460 Magnum. I know this is a big deal for a lot of people, but I have to say that after seeing how accurate it is, I don’t really care what the power turns … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Part 1 There was a good response to my question about a scope primer, so I will do it. I’ve probably written most of this stuff before, but this time I’ll write it with an eye toward chapters in a small book. Thanks for your input. Scopestop asked me for links to … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Before I begin today’s topic, I have a question. Pyramyd AIR is getting several product reviews in which the writer says he’s having trouble with his gun AFTER he mounts a scope. Before the scope, the gun shoots great. After the scope, it is inaccurate. One writer even said his gun was … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Mendoza aperture sight is well-made and a heck of a bargain! Okay, something different today. Instead of a gun or accessory review, how about some inside information! In fact, how about a whole bunch of it? Item 1. Mendoza sights My long time readers know that when I tell you about a … Read more
by B.B. Pelletier Part 1 Let’s get right to it. I’m impressed by the function and quality of this sniper rifle. Less than five years ago, I critically tested a Classic Army M24 sniper rifle very similar in performance to this gun. That one sold for close to $300 new, then had about $800 of … Read more
