CO2 air rifles and pistols use precharged canisters of Carbon Dioxide to power their shots. Although commonly powered by 12-gram cartridges, they are available in 8g and 22g versions, as well. Shooters get excited about CO2 airguns because they represent a straightforward and rewarding way to shoot—there is no pumping, no external air tanks, and […]
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The Right Way to Cock a Break Barrel Airgun
Let’s start today’s discussion with a pop quiz. Which of these activities is most likely to result in loss of a body part? Trimming your fingernails with a circular saw Checking the condition of your 1973 Chevelle serpentine drive belt while the engine is running. Cocking a break-barrel airgun incorrectly. OK, so we probably should […]
10 Fundamentals of Break Barrel Air Gun Shooting
Break barrel air guns have an undeserved reputation for being finicky. The mechanics of the spring inside the frame create movement that can frustrate shooters who are new to the platform. That momentum shift, though, is easy enough to understand and doesn’t have to have a negative influence on accuracy, if you follow some simple steps. […]
10 Fundamentals of Break Barrel Air Gun Shooting
Today’s feature story is brought to you by Dave Higginbotham who writes for the Umarex USA blog. Shooting a break-barrel air rifle with top precision is indeed an art form consisting of part skill, part training, and part zen. Dave offers up some helpful tips to help you get the most out of your break […]