Black powder primer: Part 2
In this report we continue our brief exploration into black powder. While this is not an airgun subject, it is airgun-related, as you will learn today.
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It’s always something: Part 1
There will always be an agenda behind any product made by man. Today I’d like to explore that with you a little.
AirForce Texan: Part 5
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier AirForce Texan big bore. Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4 This report covers: Upgrade to the TX2 valve? Mr Hollowpoint The day Mr. Hollowpoint 333-grain bullet Stretching the air Cold! First two bullets Time to refill Summary The .458 Texan from AirForce Airguns I’m testing has been with me for … Read more
AirForce Texan: Part 4
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier AirForce Texan big bore. Part 1Part 2Part 3 This report covers: Mr. Hollowpoint The test Two important things Bullet seating Shot count 255-grain bullet target 2 300-grain bullet group 1 300-grain group 2 350-grain bullet 365-grain bullet Discussion Summary Today I finally report on my AirForce Texan .458 that … Read more
AirForce Texan: Part 3
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier AirForce Texan big bore. Part 1Part 2 This report covers: TX2 valve for .45 and .50 caliber Texans Old rifle, fresh test “New” bullets The TX2 valve Power setting Seat the bullet in the rifling! Velocity One more velocity lesson Summary After writing Part 2 of this report last … Read more
Big bore bullets: Part 2
by Tom Gaylord, The Godfather of Airguns™ Writing as B.B. Pelletier Part 1 This report covers: • The dumbbell bullet • Did those bullets make a difference? • Longer bullets must spin faster! • Shorter bullets need less spin to stabilize • Less contact with rifling reduces friction • Summary • Pyramyd AIR Cup Let’s … Read more
Big Bore Pellet Bullets
by Tom Gaylord, The Godfather of Airguns™ Writing as B.B. Pelletier This report covers: • What’s a big bore airgun? • Hydrostatic shock • Back to airguns • Why, then, the great debate? • What’s ahead? What’s a big bore airgun? While there’s no official definition, those of us who talk about airguns call .177, … Read more
