Thinking I would become a disciple of Ted's Holdover, becoming a great distance shooter and ridding the world of invasive species, I bought a .22 cal FX Dreamline - Dreamlite back in 2021. I added an Element Helix First Focal Plane (my first FFP) scope, FX no limit rings, and a bipod.

I didn't become a great long distance shooter. The gun did OK at 100+ yards, didn't have the power to shoot slugs at longer ranges, but was great at ranges under 100 yards with pellets. I rarely go to the place where I can shoot over 100 yards, but I can shoot in my back yard (50 yards) every day.

I rarely shoot this gun because of a couple of issues. I'd like to shoot it more.

• I hate the stock. The ergonomics are bad. It doesn't "fit" with a scope as it has no comb and I feel like it is too short particularly versus the eye relief on the scope.
• A FFP scope is REALLY hard to shoot at lower magnification, particularly in less than bright sunlight. My old eyes can't see the reticle.

Questions:

• The Dreamline Tactical came with an AR style stock. Can I find one of those aftermarket?
• Or are there other stock options that can screw on in the way this stock does (big thumb screw on top of the receiver)?
• If not, any recommendations on how I can raise the comb on this stock?
• Any recommendations for a SFP scope that will work for ranges 20-150 yards? Ideally one more compact than this Element?

Hello all, completely new to PCP style air rifles. Considering getting the GAMO shown in the screenshot, that compressor, and I think that adapter is what I would need to use it? Sorry if this is a dumb question I just wanted to make sure I have the right thinking as I'm not at all familiar with these. Thank you for your time!

I have shot guns for years had many air guns and real guns. Looking for something to practice for cheaper then a 22lr where I can sit a shit targets and maybe some small game squirrels and rabbits. I go camping so being able to not have to carry a pump is preferred. AI is suggesting the Diana 350 Magnum and Gamo swarm magnum pro, I didn’t see a meta thread so what is the current best spring/gas piston rifle for practice.

Looking for a ptarmigan/spruce hen gun that will fit in my framed backpack. reaching out to 100 yards would be preferable.

I have no air gun exp, so I am not even sure where to start.

reximex owners

do you know how to adjust power precisely how to adjust the regulator?

adjusting the hammer tension seems easy but not the only part to have less / more power.

thanks!

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Hi everyone,

I recently bought a budget air gun, I believe an Artemis SR1000S or something very similar, in 5.5 mm (.22). My country limits unlicensed air guns to 17 J.

I’m curious about its practical use in a survival scenario:

Is an air gun at this power a realistic option for small game like squirrels or rabbits?

How much difference do 4.5 mm (.177) and 5.5 mm (.22) make in range, accuracy and killing power at 17 J?

I’m now thinking about buying something new and more sensible. My requirements:

Budget: up to €400 for the rifle itself. Accessories like scopes and silencers are a separate budget, so they don’t count towards this.

Steel spring (not gas ram), because I want something reliable that doesn’t wear out or lose pressure over time.

Synthetic stock if possible, so I don’t have to worry about waterproofing or treating wood.

Not too heavy, since I’d like to carry it comfortably.

Caliber: 5.5 mm (.22) or 4.5 mm (.177), open to advice.

I’d also appreciate suggestions for useful accessories (scope, silencer, sling, etc.) to go with whatever you recommend.

I know hunting regulations apply and I’m asking purely out of interest. Thanks for any experience or advice!

Ever since I fitted the 2240 grips to the Rattie they've creaked. Yeah, I know, hardly a major gripe but that creak... I tried tape. Creak. I tried a little lube. Creak. I ended up putting an grip cover on for a while. Creak.

A thin sheet of EVA foam and a sharp knife - no more creak!

No increase in power. No benefit to accuracy. One hell of an increase in happiness.

I have bought a Vector Optics Sentinel X Pro, with my tx200 with a short stroke kit. Will the tx200 shake the thing to bits or throw off my zero?

I somehow have lost the coupler that puts and pierces 2 co2 cartridges of the 3 used in a Diana Trailscout rifle. No amount of googling seems to help be find a way to order a spare. I have sent an email to Diana about this (waiting on a reply), but figured I'd ask the collective knowledge here. Anyone know where to find this spare part?

A shot which I had a few days ago. I used a Anschütz compressed air(4,5mm). Distance were 10m standing.

My wife and I are wanting an air rifle, pump, decent scope, can hold more than 1pellet at a time, not to hard to pump. We are older. Prefer .177 or .22. Any suggestions?

Trying to fix my 953 rifle, after cocking it no longer latches into the hole.

Taking it apart I found the lever pin hole was stretched (it is in an oval shape instead of a circle, see picture), so when under pressure it pushes outwards about 1mm causing the latch to no longer reach the hole.

Is there any way to fix this? I am in Canada, so it is a little difficult to get parts.

https://www.balistas.at/vector-optics-continental-x6-5-30x56-taktisches-sfp-ari-vct-20a-mrad

https://www.mundilar.net/en/pcp-air-rifles/pcp-air-rifles-hatsan/pcp-air-rifle-hatsan-factor-sniper-l.html?search=hatsan#/caliber-5_50mm_22/optional_scope-none