Maybe it’s just me, but I have a certain level of emotional distress over probes. If you’re new to airgunning, I’m talking about one of the most common methods of filling a pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) airgun with high-pressure air. A “probe” is that little brass bar or tube fitting on the end of your hand […]
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Hatsan USA Multi-Caliber PCP Rifle: The Hydra
Bentonville, AZ (April 22, 2021) – Yet another innovation from the Hatsan factory is the Hydra QE. It features their patented Versi-Cal Technology interchangeable caliber system that allows one to trade calibers with a single thumbscrew. The VCT system couples a caliber-specific receiver and barrel into a single interchangeable module that enables the scope to remain […]
PCP in a Box: Umarex Origin 22 Air Rifle Kit
PCP rifles will spoil you rotten. At least that’s been my story. Without all the reciprocating springs, gears, and assorted moving machinery, they’re smooth as silk to shoot. A regulated rifle releases the precise amount of compressed air needed for each shot, so they’re not only butter slick but consistent shot to shot. Assuming you’ve […]
FX Airguns Impact M3
The FX Impact defined what a modern airgun could be: A rifle truly without limits. It is a “once in a lifetime” rifle. A rifle that advances and evolves to push the boundaries of what compressed air can achieve. The Impact M3 once again redefines this high standard, with groundbreaking advancements, upgrades, and a sole […]
Hatsan’s 600 FPS Arrow Rifle: The Harpoon
Bentonville, AZ (March 31, 2021) – Hatsan is breaking into the world of pneumatic arrow launchers with its latest PCP airgun, the Harpoon. Made exclusively for use with commercial crossbow bolts, the Harpoon can send a 400-grain arrow downrange at 580 FPS for an astounding 310 ft-lbs of energy. This allows hunters to take game […]
Is it OK to Yell “AIR!” in a Crowded Firehouse?
So, is it OK to Yell “AIR!” in a Crowded Firehouse? Well, maybe. That depends a lot on your local fire department, their current workload, and the Chief’s disposition towards lawyers. A couple of weeks ago we wrote about some of the things you need to know when getting your PCP airgun cylinders filled at […]
Diving for Air: How the Local Dive Shop Can (or Can’t) Keep Your Airguns Charged
High-pressure air doesn’t grow on trees. Nor does it fall from the sky. Sometimes you have to dive for it. One of the challenges to using pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) airguns is figuring out where you’re going to get your air. That old bike pump in the garage won’t do it as it might only generate […]
Getting Your PCP Fill at Paintball Centers
Got a fancy new Pre-Charged Pneumatic airgun? Thinking about moving into the PCP arena? If so, then you’re going to need lots of compressed air. Without getting into the more unusual solutions, there are five different ways to refill an air cylinder. Use a high-pressure hand pump. It works and offers the extra bennie of […]
Introducing the FX Maverick: A Brand-New Rifle Platform from FX Airguns
The modern airgunner wants to be able to shoot heavier pellets and airgun slugs at optimal speeds to ensure the best accuracy as well as shooting at longer distances. The FX Maverick is purpose built from the ground up with heavier pellet and slug shooting in mind. The Maverick features the largest plenum yet on […]
FX Impact Mk II Air Rifle: A Serious Adjustment
I’ve been checking out a new convertible. No, not a Koenigsegg Agera, as sweet as that might be. This one is equally cool, however, and also made in Sweden. It’s the FX Impact Mk II Air Rifle. The “convertible” description applies to a slew of features that let you tweak, modify, and otherwise make your […]
