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by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier Daisy 35 multi-pump pneumatic. Part 1Part 2 This report covers: The test Sight-in RWS Hobby pellets Norma Golden Trophy FT domes Some research JSB Exact RS Discussion Better sights Summary Today we begin to test the Daisy 35 for accuracy. This test was interesting, so read on to learn … Read more
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier Daisy 35 multi-pump pneumatic. This report covers: What’s different? Smoothbore Lightweight and easy to pump Third time with the 35 The gun Sights Synthetics Solid Summary Today I have a different airgun to look at — the Daisy 35. It’s a .177-caliber smoothbore multi-pump pneumatic that sells at a … Read more
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier This report covers: Things to consider first Red Ryder Start with open sights Fun! Other grandpa airguns Crosman 760 Daisy 880 Daisy 35 Lawyer triggers Breakbarrels BB — what about CO2? What about a repeater? Over to you Today’s report will be near and dear to many of you. … Read more
by Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier Winchester’s 422 is another lower-powered breakbarrel from the 1960s and ’70s. Part 1 History of airguns This report covers: Preparation Air Arms Falcon pellets RWS Hobby RWS Meisterkugeln Heavy Something else Cocking effort Trigger pull Summary Today we look at the power of the Winchester 422 I’m reviewing. The … Read more
Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier 1896 New King single shot BB gun. Part 1Part 2Part 3 History of airguns This report covers: The test 4.55 mm lead ball Moved to 10 feet The first “group” Second thing I did wrong Correction 4.50 mm ball Marksman BBs Summary I couldn’t resist! I just had to know … Read more
Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier 1896 New King single shot BB gun. Part 1Part 2 History of airguns This report covers: Straightening the barrel 4.55 mm BBs dropped to bottom It also shoots 4.5 mm balls 4.55 mm lead balls Velocity Muzzle energy Oops! 4.50 mm lead balls Discussion What does today’s test give us? … Read more
Tom GaylordWriting as B.B. Pelletier 1896 New King single shot BB gun. History of airguns This report covers: How this happened Detailed history Pop quiz BB shot and air rifle shot sizes Getting ready Good news! Summary Sometimes we get the rare opportunity to examine something that’s really from the past. Today is such a … Read more
