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Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 7:46pm

Originally posted by nunga nunga wrote:

Originally posted by Ashman Ashman wrote:

That's a handy wee chart.
I'll find a download of that.
Still trying to to get dialled in and, even though I've shot a couple of OK 5 shot groups with the new rifle and it isn't bedded in yet, we all need to keep on improving and that might just help.


you can download it here uploads/3/Right-Handed.pdf


Thank you.   Much appreciated.
Lots of really helpful folks on this forum.
]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:46:14 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14013#14013 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : Ashman wrote:That's a... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14012#14012 Author: nunga
Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 4:56pm

Originally posted by Ashman Ashman wrote:

That's a handy wee chart.
I'll find a download of that.
Still trying to to get dialled in and, even though I've shot a couple of OK 5 shot groups with the new rifle and it isn't bedded in yet, we all need to keep on improving and that might just help.


you can download it here uploads/3/Right-Handed.pdf
]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:56:49 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14012#14012 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : That's a handy wee chart.I'll... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14011#14011 Author: Ashman
Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 3:40pm

That's a handy wee chart.
I'll find a download of that.
Still trying to to get dialled in and, even though I've shot a couple of OK 5 shot groups with the new rifle and it isn't bedded in yet, we all need to keep on improving and that might just help.
]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:40:08 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14011#14011 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : Nice chart! never seen that before.... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14006#14006 Author: kruzaroad
Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 12:28pm

Nice chart! never seen that before.
Seems accurate too. Most of it is in the control of the right hand, for me,according to the chart. That would be dead right. Missing a couple of half fingers on that hand does change the grip.
Then that tidies up on the "how I shoot" target. When im comfortable with the grip.I know I shoot tighter holding the forestock as well. So i guess im compensating with my left grip as well.
Still things to look at and improve on cheers. Got a left hand chart as well. Or that just mirror image.]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:28:49 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14006#14006 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : here is some more information... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14005#14005 Author: nunga
Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 12:11pm

here is some more information on this as well.



]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:11:26 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14005#14005 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : Great idea mercs. Encouraged me... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14004#14004 Author: kruzaroad
Subject: 1337
Posted: 19 Apr 2026 at 11:32am

Great idea mercs.
Encouraged me to do the same as ive never actually tested different holds.
Bottom right has a marked pulled an no extra shot ( thought i took it) thats the artillary hold.
Other pulled shot,reshot.
I forgot to do one with me holding the forestock as well. Its more accurate than tested on bag..
No wind to speak of.
Gun is a magnum.
How i hold this gun. Just below firm pressure on the shoulder stock. Above light though.
Hand wrapped around forestock in light grip.
I prefer to hold it closer to trigger end like this

If i need to grab further down the stock for whatever reason the fingers are barely touching the side. Basically the thumb and index finger are holding the stock.


Edited by kruzaroad - 19 Apr 2026 at 11:34am]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:32:25 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14004#14004 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : mercs wrote:G Magnum with different... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14001#14001 Author: Ashman
Subject: 1337
Posted: 17 Apr 2026 at 9:51pm

Originally posted by mercs mercs wrote:

G Magnum with different holds.
Letting the rifle move and not opposing the forces for best result.


25 yards indoors
Bench-rest using front bag
50mm OD diagram with 6mm bull
H&N FTT 14.6 grain 5.53mm

rifle held firmly downwards and hard into shoulder


rifle front using artillery hold but still hard into shoulder


rifle rested under its own weight on bag and loose to shoulder 







I put about 150 pellets through today , a mixture but 125 Gamo Hunter and the shoulder hold with very little front interference was the go.  Let it do its thing and I'm still learning how to do mine with this particular rifle.   
Some promising signs, despite the wind gusts at Lake Heron.   Crow Magnums, Hornets, Baracuda Hunter all grouped OK, conditions aside.
]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:51:20 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=14001#14001 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : Great illustration of the Artillery... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=13998#13998 Author: Myson
Subject: 1337
Posted: 16 Apr 2026 at 9:30am

Great illustration of the Artillery Hold, mercs! Smile

And don't forget "Follow Through" - a much under-rated additional technique to be used alongside the Artillery Hold.....

Springers need TLC!!!!
]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:30:10 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=13998#13998 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : G Magnum with different holds.Letting... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=13997#13997 Author: mercs
Subject: 1337
Posted: 15 Apr 2026 at 10:41pm

G Magnum with different holds.
Letting the rifle move and not opposing the forces for best result.


25 yards indoors
Bench-rest using front bag
50mm OD diagram with 6mm bull
H&N FTT 14.6 grain 5.53mm

rifle held firmly downwards and hard into shoulder


rifle front using artillery hold but still hard into shoulder


rifle rested under its own weight on bag and loose to shoulder 







]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:41:27 +0000 www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=13997#13997 Best scope for a Gamo Swarm Magnum .22 ? : -Ec wrote:Good luck with the... www.kiwiairgunners.co.nz/forum_posts.asp?TID=1337&PID=13987#13987 Author: Ashman
Subject: 1337
Posted: 13 Apr 2026 at 11:27am

Originally posted by -Ec -Ec wrote:

Good luck with the new gun - I'm sure you will get a lot of enjoyment from it.   There is a post about the Gamo Swarm in the reviews section of the forum.  Just search for Gamo G Magnums and you should find it.   I'm pretty sure Mercs still has his and will be more than happy to share his knowledge with you.  Finding what pellet(s) his one likes might be a good place to start.

I would love to have better scopes for my guns but so far I'm happy with the CV Life scopes as I really can't afford to spend much more.   It would have been more logical buying a single quality air gun and scope rather than 4 air rifles and two air pistols but I do enjoy using all my guns as they are all different.  Even my $15 177 that don’t have a rail for mounting a scope is fun trying to hit cans or spinners with open sites. 

Anyway - welcome to the forum and don't be afraid to share your journey - both the successes and failures.

EC thanks for that.  I'll have a look through that section and learn some stuff.
Failures is what i specialize in until I succeed.  I'm not particularly talented shooting wise, but I am persistent and that, beside all else, gets me there, in the end.
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