HI and rekindling the subject of .177 or .22 :-)

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   Hi Guys, thanks for all the feedback, perhaps my situation isn't as bad as I thought :-) I'll probably still get another air rifle, one a bit more family friendly, and because I've got the bug again :-)
This is my current one, slightly 'tarted up'. The suppressor works quite well now, rejigged it the other day, a mash-up of various methods on YouTube (still wearing out my eyes :-))
The faux fur flap is from one of the dog's toys, they're  still looking for it :-) and I ran out of camo tape on the barrel as it suppressor took up the extra.. The pellet holder is an old Ipod holder thingy that's worn on the arm when out running I think, belonged to my daughter-in-law, it's quite handy for  popping in the next pellet when out and about.

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Andy-A Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 18 Oct 2020 Location: Manakau Status: Offline Posts: 80	Post Options Post Reply Quote Andy-A Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 10:02am
	Hi Guys, thanks for all the feedback, perhaps my situation isn't as bad as I thought :-) I'll probably still get another air rifle, one a bit more family friendly, and because I've got the bug again :-) This is my current one, slightly 'tarted up'. The suppressor works quite well now, rejigged it the other day, a mash-up of various methods on YouTube (still wearing out my eyes :-)) The faux fur flap is from one of the dog's toys, they're still looking for it :-) and I ran out of camo tape on the barrel as it suppressor took up the extra.. The pellet holder is an old Ipod holder thingy that's worn on the arm when out running I think, belonged to my daughter-in-law, it's quite handy for popping in the next pellet when out and about.

Billbobnz Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 13 Jun 2020 Location: Ashburton Status: Offline Posts: 867	Post Options Post Reply Quote Billbobnz Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 10:07am
	Hahaha, that reminds me of an old Winchester 1100 that I did a real tree wrap on. If you do decide to go .177 get a higher powered version then use heavier weighted pellets which drops the fps back but retains more energy and accuracy. Nothing worse than a supersonic light weight pellet scaring off the rabbits

Pauly5 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Moderator Joined: 10 Mar 2013 Location: Titahi Bay Status: Offline Posts: 1411	Post Options Post Reply Quote Pauly5 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 10:19am
	Looks great. I agree with Billbo, use a heavier pellet if your gun is quite powerful, and a heavier pellet will dump the energy into the target better too. When it comes to springers, lots of practice is important. Once you get to know your gun, you shoot better with it, your hold needs to be consistent. I must admit I get most joy out of shooting a springer, its rewarding when you are on target. Pcp's are great, but you are reminded of proper technique with a springer.

Billbobnz Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 13 Jun 2020 Location: Ashburton Status: Offline Posts: 867	Post Options Post Reply Quote Billbobnz Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 6:12pm
	The more experienced on this forum will be able to help on pellet quality, but I do recommend getting higher quality pellets like H&N and JSB. For the extra dollars you spend will result in more dead bunny's. Also shooting what feels best through your rifle. I think Ted's hold over channel on YouTube has an article on head sizes of pellets vs accuracy, maybe give your eyes and brain a rest before watching it though 😅

Andy-A Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 18 Oct 2020 Location: Manakau Status: Offline Posts: 80	Post Options Post Reply Quote Andy-A Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 6:17pm
	Yes, I've been using H&N field and target 14.66gr (think that's what their called), I washed and dried them (with the hair dryer) and gave them a squirt of WD40 (Bloody YouTube addiction again :-)) A.

Andy-A Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 18 Oct 2020 Location: Manakau Status: Offline Posts: 80	Post Options Post Reply Quote Andy-A Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Oct 2020 at 8:18pm
	BTW the cheek riser is a piece of foam gray pipe insulation taped on and covered with the camo tape. (You Tube again!)