Airgun Deal Breakers - AEA, AirForce, Benjamin, Crosman, DonnyFL, Gamo, Hatsan, Umarex, Vulcan, Zeus
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- We often believe we have the best air gun possible because we found a deal on it … or our best friend told us that it was the best air gun possible. However, Dr. Russ provides a list of air rifle features, and a method of truly comparing one air rifle with another, insuring that we really did find and own the best air gun possible. In this Air Rifle Adventure Video, Dr. Russ provides that Deal Breaker List. #airgun #airrifle #airguns
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I would just like to say…”Thank you Dr. Russ for taking the time to make your videos for us. I really do enjoy learning and being entertained at the same time!!
Carl Grantham ... good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... helping us help everyone stay air gun safe, sharp and silent. Dr. Russ
Another wonderful video from beginning to end!
Steve Farrah .... it is good to hear from you ... and thanks for the compliments ... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... Dr.Russ
Dr. Russ your video but most importantly your words are timely during these world events. God Bless you and yours!
Anthony ... good to hear from you again... and thanks for the compliment... please stay in touch... Dr. Russ
the last part was very inspiring .TY Dr. Russ , your adventures are also down home and knowledgeable . Thank you for your service And thank you Dr. Paula also for your hard work in helping out with these videos.
Buckshotron... it is good to hear from you ... and thanks for the compliment... Some good videos are planned for 2024. Dr. Russ
Dr. Russ, It’s nice joining you again this summer. Last July I heard my neighbor in North Carolina firing something, and went to check it out. It was an air gun. I’m about your vintage, but probably an with an extra click, or two. I hadn’t fired a rifle in over 55 years. I bought an inexpensive Gamo, and with your help, and knowledge, have had a great deal of enjoyment since then. I now have many of your videos to catch up on. I’m looking forward to an interesting summer. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us all. Ken
Whoops only 50 years, thankfully!
Kathy Houghton .... it is good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment. We have launched 80 videos and may have a 100 by year end. Originally designed to just keep communications going with 15 grand kids... but quickly spread around the globe. Be sure to watch a recent video on 2 AEA Gifts which will share with you a method of winning one of two AEA airguns ... one in 30 caliber and semi auto ... and a second ... a pistol that shoots 357 caliber. Also consider watching two that focus on accuracy .... where I show some breathing techniques to improve your accuracy. Again, thanks for writing ... and please keep us in your air gun info loop ... helping us to help everyone stay air gun safe ... sharp ... and silent. Dr. Russ
Excellent video again. By the way my Uncle was air traffic on the hot zones. He is (Vietnam )Purple Heart Recipient.
AAA Beverages... it is good to hear from you ... and tell your uncle that I probably heard his voice more than once. Vietnam Veterans often can't come up with Vietnam memories without someone else bringing it up first.... and tonight, you did that for me.... Please stay in touch... Dr.Russ
Doc. WITH ALL due respect to other channels. That is why I watch your channel the most,is to LEARN. NOT watching birds being shot all day. And I have been a HUNTER for the last 50years. And still learning from U THANKFUL FOR YOUR TIME.
Bulu fish ... it is good to hear from you .... and thanks for sharing the compliment .... please stay in touch ... helping us help everyone stay air gun safe ... sharp .... and silent... Dr. Russ
I learned something from this video! Good thing I watched!
Al Rau .... good to hear from you ... and good to hear that you still watch... please keep us in your loop... Dr. Russ
No doubt, Dr. Russ is one of us, that are loyal to both, God and Country! Big thanks!, for all your videos!
Wayne ... good to hear from you again ... and thanks for the great compliment....... please share any air gun experiences you have ... helping us to help everyone stay air gun safe ... sharp. .... and silent ... Dr. Russ
My deal breakers are an adjustable regulator and hammer spring at a minimum. If i can adjust the transfer port that's icing on the cake. Reason being. I can't get within 120+ yards from the Rock Chucks on our ranch. They are always paranoid. Being able to adjust for best accuracy, power, and shot count is important to me to have ethical kills one after another. A threaded barrel for a suppressor is another must. The adjustability of the buttpad and cheek rest is no big deal. A company on eBay makes Neoprene stick on rests to any thickness, design, shape, and color you want for $20 I need a Picatinny on the foregrip for a bipod and tripod mount. The Taipan Veterans tick all the boxes for me. Excellent video. You made some good points I haven't thought of. Hope your weather is nice soon. Have a great evening Doc,
Farmer ... always good to hear from you ... somehow I forgot to put a regulator on my list as well as extra Picatinny rails for accessories.... but I am glad this video got you thinking and developing your own list... good... thanks for sharing .. Dr. Russ
AS SOON AS THIS 68TH VIDEO LAUNCHED ... THE COMMENTS CAME IN FROM OUR GLOBAL VIEWERS ... PROVIDING IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR THEM... FOR EXAMPLE AN AIR GUN MADE FOR LEFTIES.... A REGULATOR .... ETC. HOPEFULLY MY LIST AND THE MANY INDICATED IN THIS VIEWER SECTION WILL HELP YOU MAKE UP YOUR OWN IMPORTANT LIST OF DEAL BREAKERS.... DR RUSS
Thank you for the nice and informative video..
Rhino ... good to hear from you again... stay in touch ... Dr. Russ
This video is very educational for air gun. Thank you for such good video.
Good to hear from you again Beard six ... and thanks for the compliment... please stay in touch... Dr.Russ
Dr. R Russ, excellent video as usual.
Yes, what goes around comes around. A good thing to remember.
Recently, while working on our 50th class reunion, I was told of two little things I had done over 50 years ago that had a profound effect on two other kids. They were simple things, and at the time, I thought minor. Not to them.
It was a real life lesson and reminded me;
"Do what you know is right, always be kind. You never know what your actions may mean to others."
It might come back around, even if it takes 5o years.
Keep up the good work, we out here in the ether are enjoying it, Thanks.
Rick Hofess ... it is good to hear from you again... and I remember my 50th reunion too. Few people can quote all 10 of the commandments .... so I came up with this 11th one to help everyone know what the first 10 mean... Keep up the good work...and thanks for sharing. ... you are definitely on the right course.... Dr. Russ
I like your deal breaker list.👍
Ed ... thanks for the compliment ... if you review our viewers comments, you will find some items I forgot and left off of the list ... like a regulator ... and the ability to switch to lefty friendly. Dr. Russ
Thank you 🤠for your list 👍Iam a LEFTY 🤔 I think a lot of reviewers of guns,, forget that there are left-handed people purchasing these items not all guns can be shot by left-handed people🤠
Mark ... always good to hear from you ... and thanks for reminding me of this important feature on your next air gun deal breaker list.... your point is very important... Dr. Russ
I'm thinking about a Diana Stormrider for my first PCP since Pyramyd Air can convert it to a left-handed bolt.
Good idea and that is a great air gun... Dr. Russ
Thank you I appreciate your deal breakers God bless you and your loved ones Abundantly
Good to hear from you Sammy Ciuriuc.... please continue to help us help everyone be air gun safe... sharp ... and silent.... Dr. Russ
Doc, thanks for sharing with us, just a real pleasure to watch
Lawrence Rinaldi ... good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment ... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... helping us help everyone stay air gun safe... sharp .... and silent ..... Dr.Russ
Thank you Sir,God-bless you and your family!
Don Tubert ... it is good to hear from you ... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... Dr. Russ
Really good video !!!
Ricky'DS ... good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment ... Please stay in touch... Dr. Russ
Great video Dr Russ, especially at the end, my sediments as well, “What goes round, comes round” looking forward to your next video👍
It is good to hear from you Journey Man XL1 ... and thanks for the compliment ... Please stay in touch... Dr. Russ
Good to see you again I purchased a Texan 457 SS Carbon Returned my hammer it would not fire I’m glad I did a lifetime warranty sometimes is better than no warranty I did buy the Smith and Wesson M29 is a beauty replica always good to see you and absorb information have a good evening
Good to hear from you again Ben .... please continue to share .... Dr.Russ
Dr. Russ You're OK! Thanks for the Straight Shooting! Really enjoy your videos, keep them coming!
Good to hear from you PawPaw Mountain.... please stay in touch ... and thanks for the compliment... Dr. Russ
God bless you Dr. Russ, this was very helpful.
aago ... it is good to hear from you ... and thanks for the compliment ... now that Spring has arrived ... we have quite a few videos planned ... hopefully that are helpful to our viewers... Dr. Russ
Excellent Presentation Dr. Russ!!!
It is good to hear from you tkarlmann ....and thanks for the compliment... A commenter once said ..."excellent seminar".... but I am not thinking seminar .... I am 76 years old and I am hoping to share anything I know about shooting or hunting while I still can.... Originally trying to reach 15 grand kids scattered about this great nation of ours ... and several have keyed me in ... but I have discovered an audience that calls me dad ... uncle ... even grandfather .... all around the world ... and that has been a great reward... many times over .... for the time I spend planning our videos (perhaps presentations) with my wife ... a German camera man and a lawyer turned into a media producer... Please stay in touch ... sharing any air gun info and or experiences that will help us all be safe ... sharp ... and silent.... when we shoot or hunt... Thanks for writing ... Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula In a similar age range as you, I am sick & tired of the Government buying up all the primers -- anyone else disagreeing must think Oswald shot JFK.
I am starting out, in air guns, humbly, with the Daisy 880. I can use it my Apartment ( with 2-pumps only!) and no one knows differently.
I am eagerly awaiting the arrival, in reviews, of the new Seneca multi-pump rifle.
You are very fortunate to have all those guns & tanks and what-not!!!
@@tkarlmann Thanks friend ... keeping them organized and clean is a challenge... Dr. Russ
Dr Russ , excellent video and I'm still dreaming of buying a doberman from you...maybe you can educate my wife on the breed so shes on board .
Good to hear from you again Mike ... the most important news I can give your wife is that dobermans are not the ferocious guard dogs that they have a reputation for... in fact ... all police and military units have gone back to German Shepherds... dobermans are known as "touchers" or "Velcro dogs" because they are really not happy unless they are leaning into your leg or laying on a foot while you read or knit etc. They watch over your kids ... and your home ....and will bark when necessary ... however, we have trained ours not to bark because that is necessary when raising "Service Dogs". Hotels, motels, restaurants, hospitals etc wont allow any dog in ... that isn't a Service Dog. In fact, when you train a dog not to bark ... ie they cant go to first base ... then they cant go to second, third bases or home plate either ... which is to attack, bite, or for some breeds like pit bulls ... kill. In recommending puppies to any new owner without specifying the breeds.... I tell them to look at dogs with short hair so that shedding isn't a problem... also that the dogs have a long nose so that they don't drool ... and since all dogs are olfactory ... meaning that their brains actually store smells versus pictures ... long nose dogs seem to be more intelligent to me and I have raised all kinds of dogs over my life time. Mike... when possible ... visit a litter of puppies with your wife.... Dr. Russ
Excellent video and information as always Dr. Russ! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experiences and knowledge with all of us!
good to hear from you bearded airgunner.... and thanks for the compliments. Please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... Dr. Russ
Good video. I find myself with one important deal breaker and that is i won't pay more than $300 for a pellet gun. Pellet guns fill a small roll here and if need be powder is much more efficient in many cases for larger game or longer distances. I mainly shoot 17 and 22 caliber air guns and mainly multipump or springers. That is what i find to fit me and my situation the best. That being said i tend to steer toward crosman/benjamin products just because thats what i know the best. Not to say i dont have other brands that i love to shoot and are just as accurate for me.
Gary ... good to hear from you ... Powder rifles provide the speed and power for harvesting animals... however, they typically with their noise are not backyard friendly... allowing shooting 12 months of the year. please keep us in your loop .... Dr Russ
@@drsrussandpaula yeah. In my backyard i gotta safely stay with the smaller air gun calibers. If i use anything bigger its another place altogether. That's why I stick to the smaller airguns for the backyard daily use.
@@garysnotsowildadventures3045 Gary ... many do ...l thanks for sharing... Dr.Russ
Thank you for the video Dr Russ
Good to hear from you Rerun-Hunter... thanks for the compliment .... finished two short videos today that should launch soon.... Dr. Russ
Dr Ross, an excellent video! The more I learn from you the more I say you are a tremendous leader and teacher. Keep the videos and subjects coming. I love my Benjamin 22 Nitro NP2 Break Barrow and my Benjamin PCP 22 Akela. I am on a limited budget and space to target shoot, plus, with being physically handicapped, I am limited to moving around from point A to point B.
John Klenzak ... always good to hear from you ...and thanks for the compliments. You have several great air rifles and don't forget that.... John ... everyone has some handicaps ... some physical ... and many that are mental ... attitude .... team player etc. I believe God gave them out to everyone ... to see how we can overcome or make the best of them... You are doing fine... Dr.Russ
I have the original NP in .22. I put a tune-a-trigger on it and with my Bushnell 3 x 9 x 40, it is my go-to squirrel gun. very nice.
@@nathanielcohen9890 Good change on that air gun nathaniel.... DR. Russ
Great video, I really enjoyed watching and more so listening. You took the time to add some
very important content, life's journeys lets say. I also live by the same rules, treat people the
way you want to be treated and what goes around comes around. two of my golden rules. See
you in your next video, stay safe.
Good to hear from you Barry Merlin... please stay in touch... Dr.Russ
Thank you dr so glad I found your channel.
Very much enjoy your words and wisdom thank you for your service!!
David Hoeppner.... it is good to hear from you ...and thanks for the compliments.... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences ... helping us help everyone stay air gun safe, sharp and silent... Dr.Russ
Hello Dr. Russ.
It's always great to see you out here sir.
Thanks again for your selfless work and great, positive energy.
George ... good to hear from you ... and thanks for the compliment. just completed two more videos which will like be reviewed and prepared for launching over the next 7 days.... Please stay in touch... Dr. Russ
Dr. Russ, you brought up many good points and included different ways that persons might look at the same issue. I still think you might consider doing a downloadable application ! It would definitely be a game changer . May you and Dr. Paula be in peace.
Daniel Gandolfi .... working on it .... thanks for writing .... Dr. Russ
Hey Dr Russ just wanted to give you an update I went yesterday and got the two stage compressor that pumps up to 4500 PSI I couldn't wait for your review I use my head knowing that you got one it had to be worth getting so I got it.
Good... you will see my video on it ... launching this weekend. I very much like mine and may put the rest of my air sources for sale.... Dr. Russ
That just makes me more confident my long ride wasn't wasted thanks For the sneak preview.
@@ice4278 Good... watch my next video which shows how I made a stand for it.... Dr. Russ
Dr. Russ I stumbled across your video (not to worry I didn't fall 😂) and Ive been blown away by your content and character. You have certainly become one of my favorite programs because you cover everything very thoroughly and I appreciate that. Thank you for the education and entertainment. I live in the U.P. by pictured rocks and try to enjoy pellet hunting and plinking as much as possible provided my diabetes doesn't give me issues. Ive had several different types and caliber air rifles but just recently purchased a Benjamin bulldog.357 this is my first pcp rifle but Ill be honest probably won't be my last 😂. Thank you sir for your service in the military and thank you for these amazing videos I look forward to watching more.
Jay Grounds .. it is good to hear from you ... I too have Diabetes ... and once you get up to 5 injections of insulin per day, your health care provider will pay for a glucose meter in your arm (no pain) for continued monitoring. If you get there... the next level is to ask for Ozempic ... a sixth shot ... one day per week ... which will help you lose weight ...Thanks for sharing ... please stay in touch.. Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula i use the dexcom g6 cgm and its been a game changer absolutely love it. I was 20 when diagnosed and just turned 48 ive been on insulin since the first day. And I will certainly be enjoying your videos as they come out
@@jaygrounds4505 Good to hear from you again... my own physician wants me on that pump ... but I have held off .... probably foolishly ... I had a good friend die on a motorcycle because that pump went empty and he did not refill.... Dr. Russ
That bone collector you can get at midway arms . Thanks for the video Doc
Ps:: really like the last part of this video 😎👍🏻
Peter ... it is good to hear from you.... and thanks for the Bone Collector source.... actually I have checked most everywhere including Midway ... without any luck ... it turns out that the Bone Collector gen2 in the line of Swarm air rifles is sold out ... and a new generation 3 is coming in mid June.... months from now.... Dr. Russ
Dr Russ i never adjusted my triggers of any my air gun i keep them factory adjusted because like the long pull it how shoot pull slowly and crisp highs air gun i got is bulldog.357 and that is a two stage trigger it all how other people like it i don't mess with trigger you if do wrong the gun my go off when you don't want to it blow you day of shooting or hunt thumb up on your video goof food for thought
Always good to hear from you blackswordshinobi ..... and you only confirm the point of our video... and that is that everyone has a deal breaker list ... and should have it ready when they buy their next gun... Dr.Russ
Also, if you use your airguns for training for shooting your powder guns, having the trigger pull closer to
Whoops! Accidentally posted before I was done. Trigger closer to your powder guns helps you shoot better on targets and game with your powder guns.
@@brettbaker5599 Very true Brett .... and my list should also have regulator, switchability for lefties.... etc... Dr. Russ
Outstanding advice !!
It is good to hear from you Eddie .... we now have a list for 70 deal breakers that might help even more... it is free if you order any item from us with our logo ... including stickers... Review our last few video launches for details... click onto the small circular photo of me to access our channel of 80 videos. Good to hear from you and thanks for the compliment... Dr. Russ
Thank you Sir!
For the lessons and insight!🇺🇸
Good to hear from you Michael Zarate .... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences ... helping us help everyone stay air gun safe, sharp and silent... Dr Russ
Hi Dr Russ I want to let you know I don't know you but I have a lot of respect for you because you speak the truth about what you're talking about I get everything that you're conveying about life how to treat people respect people and the world and I really appreciate you giving us this highly valuable information. What I want to know is the new compressor that you were talking about getting that will feel the tanks I want to know what you think about it because I am just getting ready to get into PCP and I need a good compressor and a good price.
ice427 ... I have that new compressor from Zach at ARES ... and I will have a video out on it within 2 weeks.... Good to hear from you ... Dr. Russ
OK doctor rush have you tried out the bullpup yet?
What a fantastic video 🎯
I have not seen one better. This channel is inspiring and informative. It should have a million subscribers.
I know you have an open mind. Perhaps one day you will try the Air Arms TX200. Although the barrel is only alittle over 13 inches, it has won numerous World Field Target competitions.
I want the regular version in right hand walnut 177cal. It's already shrouded and baffled for quietness. The full length version was reviewed by AEAC channel. The full length is easy to cock and the one most used in competition. It's also available in 22cal.
God bless you brother and your family 👍❤
Good to hear from you again Heith Watkins .... thanks for sharing the compliment and please stay in touch... Dr.Russ
I have Air Arms on my wish list... probably in the 4th quarter... Dr Russ
Amen Brother.
Butcherknife59 Knife ... it is good to hear from you ... please stay in touch ...helping us help everyone stay air gun sharp... Dr. Russ
👍 Video
Really good imformation. Thank you for your efforts.
Todd
Thanks for the compliment ... and it is good to hear from you Todd Geddes. Please stay in touch ... Dr. Russ
DOC, I have been thinking along those same lines with the break barrels. I have benjamin and hatsan. there is a PCP I like that is easy to fill with a hand pump. that is the Walther Reign. the tank holds 3,000psi but it shoots the most accurate and most power at 1,600psi. pumping half a tank isn't difficult. I have the Reign in .22 and plan on ordering one in .25. however, I need more break barrels. I like those you pre-viewed recently. great video.
Good to hear from you again nathaniel cohen...I too am looking at the Walther Reign....in 25 caliber. It is very accurate with that Walther barrel. Donny at DonnyFL thinks so too. If you haven't seen our video two weeks ago in his Florida facility, he handles one and speaks well of it.... click the small circular photo of me to access our entire library... and you will see that video 3 or 4 videos ago... Keep us in your loop of air gun experiences... Dr. Russ.
Thank you for your list and the solid recommendations to live by… Pray for the best and prepare for the worst. Question facts when they don’t seem reasonable.
Good to hear from you again motorgearhead.... and thanks for the compliment...and glad this video helped ... Dr. Russ
Amen Brother
Good to hear from you Henry Garcia ... please stay in touch... Dr.Russ
Must be nice Dr. Russ beautiful home in and out!!!
It is good to hear from you Richard Lacquement .... Most of us don't appreciate what we have... and then along comes bankruptcy, divorce, job loss, kids that don't stay in touch ... loss of a friend, .... and then all of a sudden, we find ourselves very much missing what we use to have ... I worked until I was 75 ... and then retired ... to make sure that everything we had was paid off ... including future maintenance etc.... thanks for the compliment... many find out after they retire that they cant hold what they felt they owned before.... Dr. Russ
Thank you thank you thank you!
Good to hear from you James Fafferty ...and thanks for the compliment ... Dr. Russ
Thank you Dr. Russ for sharing these tips, thoughts, and recommendations. God bless.
Good to hear from you aldofabbri .... and thanks for the compliment.... Dr. Russ
I just got a 25 caliber Zada springer. Thankfully it`s very accurate at the ranges I need for rabbits and squirrels here in rural Louisiana and it`s really fun to shoot and very powerful. I have their 22 caliber Airtact springer as well and stocked up fast on some half price pellet deals. I`m poor but I feel very lucky to have such nice quality and powerful prepping tools for such a low price. They`ve filled in a big gap in my food and garden pest control 'preparedness plan. I could have gotten refurbs for half what I spent but wanted new ones that weren`t possibly misused or defective. I`ll likely try a refurb as backup if they aren`t sold "as is." Thank you sir for these extremely useful guides. I`ve learned a lot so far.
Good to hear from you Baneverything ... good luck on that pest control preparedness plan... as well as supervising and creating a good garden....Dr. Russ
Thanks again for you practical knowledge; Your words of wisdom and timely advice !
Thanks for the compliment Johnny Boxturtle... Dr. Russ
Hey Dr. Russ!!!
I always love your videos. You are soooooo knowledgeable and I always rewatch them.
Just out of curiosity, have you checked out the Benjamin Bulldog in .457? I don't have any large bore airguns but was debating on buying the .357 Bulldog but now that the .457 is out I'm pretty sure that's what I'll get. It should be sufficient for mid to large size deer, elk, or razor back hogs. So I think that between my small caliber breakbarells for pesting and small game, I have my bases covered.
By the way, I didn't know Dr. Paula's and your degrees are in divinity. I always thought you guys were Md's. Now I have even more respect for you.
Stay Safe, Be Well, God Bless.
Ken Fan ... it is good to hear from you again... and thanks for the compliment .... I have no experience (but will by years end) with the Bulldog 457. My initial concern is the availability of ammo .... determine that before you order. The 357 is also 35 cal and 9mm.... and there is a lot of that available ... even at regular gun shows and sporting good stores that carry reloads. My second concern is what power adjustments are available.... in other words ... what if the 457 only has the same power available as the 357.... then you could use the heaviest 357 available and equal the same energy. I suspect that the 357 will get cheaper as the 457 sales take off ... so get all of the info in front of you before you make that $1,000+ decision. Keep us in your loop .... Crosman has a good warranty and maintenance reputation .... so you are good there. Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula From some conversations with Crosman, I can fill in some info. The 457 has a pretty good supply of airgun ammo available. As for power, it is in the 400-450 foot pounds range which is decent, better for deer than the original 357. Downside is that the 457 is going to be a 3 shot per fill. Before today I would have suggested the less expensive Umarex Hammer, but I'm getting a very bad feeling about the barrels. Umarex had me send my first one back because the barrel was junk, received a new one today. Sent my borescope through and this barrel is only slightly better. In my opinion Umarex needs to fire their Hammer barrel manufacturer and high Green Mountain or TJ here in the USA, or go with CZ if they still want to import it. Umarex Support was really good, but I think the barrels may all be junk and it's A lot of money to get a junk barrel. If you look on gateway to airgun forum, you'll find my Hammer barrel videos. Really very disappointed.
I am so glad I got into this hobby at the time I did so I can have your insights guide me. You are by far the most informational airgun channel on the internet and you have helped me a great deal so far.
Thank you
Master Baiter ... good to hear from you again ... and thanks for the compliment ... hopefully you will find some helpful info in the videos we have planned for this spring and summer... Dr. Russ
Great topics today, also good to keep in mind when buying new air rifles.
good to hear from you Zach G. You might want to read some of our viewer comments before buying your next air gun.... they reminded me of more that should have been on the list... for example... a regulator and the ability to convert it for lefties.... even if you are right handed like me... you might want to sell it to a lefty one day.... Please keep us in your air gun experiences loop. Dr. Russ
Bless you ! Awesome
Glad to hear from you Jungleghost Survival..... and thanks for the compliment.... please stay in touch with your air gun experiences... Dr Russ
Great info Respect from UK
Good to hear from you Reptoad .... and thanks for the compliment ... Dr. Russ
I really enjoy your video. Subscribed.
It is good to hear from you Carlos and Victoria Falcon .... and thanks for subscribing ... be sure and click onto the small circular photo of me to access our entire channel... 4 videos ago we did a video with the word "Gifts" in it ... be sure and see that one as it will tell you how to enter our drawing at the end of this month to win two large bore air guns.... also watch two videos in our channel that have the word "Accuracy" in them ... and they should help a great deal... Dr. Russ
I agree with list..
After reviewing your vids..decided on break barrel without mag...undependable... searching for quality/dependable shooter...synthetic stock..I am in your age group....need 50 / 75 yds... rodend pest control...accuracy is critical....
Great vids...thorough /informative/ knowledgeable....fits my agenda
I have my own optics...
Good to hear from you Camp Evans ... keep us in you air gun info loop. Dr. Russ
This was quite an education for me. I have always had a couple of break-barrel .177's, but I find they don't kill ground squirrels cleanly unless I manage a head shot and I don''t want them to suffer. DOC, I ordered a Gamo break-barrel in .22cal that is suppressed. It weighs about 6.5 lbs and a velocity of 800-900 fps depending (recoil info). It has iron sites and comes with a scope. I have old eyes and I won't be shooting over sixty feet and mostly way less, truth be told. DOC, if the provided scope doesn't hold up, can you recommend a replacement for $150 or less? The other Q I have is: how do you clean for lead in the barrel/rifling? Many thanks for the great video.
Good to hear from you Kcender ... I have a video out not too long ago on cleaning air rifles ... and the good news is that you shouldn't worry about it for at least 500 rounds as the barrel leads in ... which means that the pellets are smoothing out the flaws in that barrel that your eyes don't see... in fact it takes magnification to see the small infractions in a barrel that hang up the barrel. I also launched a video titled Buying Refurbished air guns and scopes.... Go to Fieldsupply.com and find discounted scopes as well as refurbished scopes.... Crosman has some CP (Center Point) refurbished scopes that I have found excellent and like new... for $49 and $ 59 .... buy the more expensive if you plan to hunt with it... they are about a third the price of new retail... Dr. Russ
so glad I stumbled across your channel, thank you for sharing your information from within such a wealth of knowledge , ive got some good ideas from you. my best air gun and my next best is the one i began with in 1969 a daisy lever action bb gun which i will be looking for to pufchase after the hatsan. and the bench build. which i found based upon your advice for a very very low cost. Thank you and GOD Bless
Gary ... it is good to hear from you ... and thanks for sharing ... viewer comments are helping our viewers stay air gun sharp... safe ... and silent. Dr. Russ
Subfloor adhesive also works in the buttstock for weight, but keep in mind that it’s permanent. I used it on my muzzle heavy Tikka T3, worked well.
Alan ... thanks for sharing ... actually many different items will work in the butt stock, if you have access and the amount weights the proper amount... Thanks again. Dr. Russ
Ole Fx Impact m3 hits nearly all the marks! But it’s a spendy rifle. But it will make single hole groups at 75-100y. But a .25 700mm impact m3 is such a amazing rifle.
I shoot my Gamo .17 the most.. but that’s because I can shoot it in my basement. The kids can target practice in the basement with me. It’s just really a great rifle. But, it destroys scopes in short order lol.
I shoot the .357 bulldog the least. But it’s not the most accurate (I like benchrest type of shooting) and it’s the most expensive to throw lead down the range. That and it’s powerful. I hotrodded mine like yours, and you have to go out somewhere to enjoy it. It’s too much for your typical backyard plinking (unless you have a Dr Russ backyard lol)
Good to hear from you again nsboost.... please stay in touch ... and thanks for sharing ... Dr.Russ
Love this
It is good to hear from you Brittany .... Dr. Russ
Great video.
It is good to hear from you James Valdez ... thanks for the compliment ... some good ones are coming... Dr. Russ
great vids,from uk
cl1ff ... it is good to hear from you ... and you are closer to this Ukraine/Russia mess than we are. Stay safe .... Dr. Russ
Hey Doc! Love your content, enthusiasm and knowledge you are bestowing upon the masses!
Looking for a survivor gun as you stated and would so appreciate your input on the Gamo Magnum GR .22 Spring Break Barrel or other similar "affordable" models I might consider for when the lights go out and the traditional ammo can't be found.
Thanks friend, stay safe out there!
It is good to hear from you Matthew Fisher ... The Gamo Swarm line is a good one ... except for that 22 magnum... I have one and it is the least favorite (because of accuracy) of that group. Know that a Gen 3i is coming this summer ... and while we don't know everything about it ... I am concerned that we will see a few improvements including power increase which I dont see as needed ... for a big jump in price ... which gen 2 and gen 1 drop lower in prices. I just finished a video that showed the Gamo Whisper gen 1 was one of the most accurate of the group.... Also very accurate and my favorite is a gen 2 Maxxim... Dr. Russ
Dr Russ ! Love your videos. How did you ever happen to get into air rifles ?I personally just started looking into them to teach my wife how to shoot a gun before we go to the range . I'm looking at Gamo rifles in.22 cal something for plinking and varmint. Do you have any suggestions?
Gamo is a good brand for the money ... especially their Swarm rifles.... and of them I like the Maxxim ... I also bought the Magnum for more and unfortunately, it is not as accurate... I recommend that you let your wife or a child shoot some pop or beer cans and balloons first ... to get them into the sport ... shooting paper targets isn't that exciting to a new comer ... Dr. Russ
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Good to hear from you Ed... please keep us in your loop of air gun experiences ... helping uys help everyone stay air gun safe, sharp and silent... Dr. Russ
Great video sir as alaways. God bless you. I broght a chineese pcp nova vista liberty .25. Its a budget airgun but its accuracy is comparable to most high end guns. I hope it do good in the future. I went through many parameters you mention in this video.
Good to hear from you Shahkar Hashmi... accuracy is always my first priority and it sounds like you have found it ... please stay in touch and let us know how well you do with your liberty 25 cal. Dr. Russ
Dr. Russ I recently purchased a Gamo Fusion installed a 3 by 9 by 40 Hawk scope I can't get the scope back far enough for good eye relief do you have any suggestions I really enjoy your videos thanks Terry
Terry Kern ... good to hear from you ... consider going to Fieldsupply.com or eBay ... and look for a 6 inch strip of pica tinny rail that can be mounted to the rail on your Fusion... except back it up closer to your eye when you install it ... land then install your great scope to it ...also closer to your eye... Dr. Russ
Have you tried one of the offset ring mounts?
@@brettbaker5599 Brett ... I have on powder guns and there are certain models that they are definitely needed. Offset ring mounts should be on my list...along with regulators and the ability to switch over the breach action for lefties.... Thanks Dr. Russ
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It is good to hear from you Ghost Garden .... Dr. Russ
buy the new B&W short 45! It is the future. Semi auto 45 up to `14 shots per fill and a long barrel kit coming this fall!
jesusoftheapes ... thanks for the update.... I haven't been able to confirm that this B&W 45 has a regulator... nor able to confirm that it is accurate out beyond 50 yards with that short barrel.... so I will try to review first ... hopefully after the long barrel becomes available.... Dr. Russ
I'm just getting into air gunning and came across your channel, very informative. Thanks. Do you have any recommendations for local shops in s/e Michigan? I'm in the Brighton area.
Ken Stevens5150 ... it is good to hear from you. If you anticipate getting into springers (1st generation) or break barrels (2nd generation and 2nd most expensive) then I recommend going to a Bass Pro or Cabellas. If you plan to get into PCP's (3rd generation and the most expensive) then you will likely need to go into the internet to ARES ,Pyramid Air, Arizona Air, Utah Air, Amazon, Walmart, to name a few. If you share with me your budget, some info on where you will do the bulk of your shooting, I could give you more specific help on type and caliber, etc. Please stay in touch... Dr. Russ
I actually bought a Benjamin Kratos last year and really like it. I'm Looking at getting a break barrel, possibly one of the gamo swarms for the yard. Then maybe a step up and get a regulated pcp, something like the AEA challenger Pro or a semi auto.
@@5150hammerhead ... good to hear from you ... and your air rifle purchase plan looks like a good one. Gamo is introducing their Gen 3 this summer for the Swarm Group. ... which I believe will make their gen 2 even cheaper. Consider the Maxxim in 22 caliber (Gamo doesn't offer a 25 caliber in the Swarm Group).... because everything I read doesn't make the gen 3 any better ... maybe a little more powerful ... but that means you will have to use even heavier pellets. I have the Swarm 22 Magnum ... but actually enjoy the Maxxim 22 better. The Hatsan break barrels have barrels that range from 10 inches to 15 inches ... including the multi pellet model... so I am not interested there. Crosman's multi shot might have a 20 inch barrel ... but not nearly the popularity of the Gamo Swarm series. Keep us in the loop on what you get and how it shoots. It is going to be hard to beat the Kratos you already own ... except the AEA Challenger Pro in semi auto with a regulator... Dr. Russ
Owe yeah me to that Gamo bone collector has been calling me for a long time now great survival gun that or the magnum
Both are great guns... I have both and the Magnum which would normally be my first choice is actually too powerful for good accuracy. I spend a great deal of time with ways to slow down those heavy pellets to get into that 800 to 950 fps great accuracy zone... that the Bone Collector shoots in all day long... Dr. Russ
@@russjones6497 I see ok bone collector it is
@@smokingunclefrank6037 Good... Dr. Russ
Just curious if you’ve taken a south texas nilgai? With all those mounts, i kinda figure you probably have. If not, you need to make your way down here and get one. Either way, love your vids and your love of the shooting sports!
Jaime ... it is good to hear from you .... even though you have made me feel very guilty.... because I was born in Texas and while I hunted many things there ... I've never hunted the nilgai .. blue cow antelope ... originally from India for our zoos in 1920 ...and introduced later in 1930 to the Texas plains ... I still have many relatives there and owe Texas (from Michigan) a trip ... and maybe can hunt that blue bull then... Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula well come on down! Since they aren’t native, its open season. Texas is waiting!!
@@mrfunkybassist Thanks friend.... I just might do that.... Dr. Russ
Well DOC!! I just fast forwarded Ur Vid. Lots of more than needed facts. I will check Ur next. I have been Utubing air guns for the last 12 yrs. U seem to be new! Did U ever see a Kenny Kormandy vid?? He was the GOD FATHER before Tom GGGGGG.
Robert ... good to hear from you... and no I havent personally seen any of Kenny's videos... the weather here in Michigan has been unpredictable... but now has settled into a steady Freddy weather that we can shoot videos in ... and plan on quite a few over this summer... please keep us in your air gun loop ... Dr. Russ
Thanks Dr Russ and Dr Paula for sharing your advice. I have found airfiring devices the next best for self-defense and less lethal training. I too am looking to field testing the hatsan blitz, AEA, FX etc. If you were to choose, would go with the 22, 25 or 30? For both target practice and critter control if needed.
Thank you from straight outta cali
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KFX24 ... it is good to hear from you.... My caliber choice is 25 for critters ... and then 357 for larger critters like Coyote, Fox, Snapping Turtle, and Wood Chuck. At the same time, you have to consider your primary shooting range and small back yards with neighbors right next to you might suggest 177 and 22 calibers. Note that I have leaped over 30 caliber... and the reason is two fold. The first is that there isnt a full range of pellets and slugs available that you find for the other calibers. Second is that most 30 calibers are made for air rifles that shoot the 25 and smaller calibers... and that means that that air power is pushing a 30 caliber lead pellet or slug. Often those guns shoot 30 caliber at around 750 fps... while they are able to shoot 25 caliber at 850 and higher. To me ... this means that 30 calibers will likely miss the "sweet spot " that I am looking for accuracy and consistency.. Dr. Russ
You should not be too brand loyal / fanboy, sooner or later they will all abuse that trust.
My new rifle ( AGT Vulcan 3 ) use a 14mm thread in the end of the barrel, so i cant use my old moderator and will have to get a new one
What goes around, comes around.
I believe in being a nice guy, and if faith / some deity / people dont reward you for that,,,,, at least you are a nice guy, cuz being toxic are so easy.
Peashooter ... good to hear from you.... Give Izzy a call at DonnyFL and tell him about your Vulcan ... I just did a video two weeks ago at their facility and Izzy was working on a Vulcan ... and I showed it in our video.... he may have an adjustment screw that allows you to use your old suppressor. Also let him know about all of your air guns and any future ones you hope to buy ... and he can tell you what adapter pieces you need. His cell is 689 444 9445. Dr. Russ
I'm a new subscriber & I'm a just a poor boy. Lol. I'm a Brick Mason/ block, rock, floor tile etc. I'm looking into the Stoeger s4000-e. Do you think it's a good platform for target plinking and or small game hunting ? Thank you much much on your last comments about what goes around comes around. My Grannie rest her soul instilled in me that very thing in life & she always included 10 times fold good or bad. I was born and raised and still I live in the mountains of south west Virginia. I heard those very words all my childhood n young adulthood n I live by those words. I believe this world would be a much better place if we all lived by those very words. Thank you Sir for expressing that old time forgotten phrase. But getting back to the Stoeger. I would love to hear your thoughts on that pellet rifle.
Dave ... thanks for sharing the story of your mother. Let me share with you that if you give 20% to God and save 10% for life, you wont be a poor boy for long. Stoeger makes great airguns... I dont personally own one but a friend of mine does and enjoys it. The key to any brand airgun is how much time you spend practicing with it. Dr. Russ
I am new to pcp air guns and have been looking at Umarex air guns particularly the 30 caliber that is a new gun they have come out with. What do you know of the company and the quality of their products. I have seen 30 calibers take down small 50-100 lb animals and thought in a desperate situation could take down a whitetail deer. What are your thoughts in this matter? Money is of course a concern, but I feel comfortable with their price range. Thanks so much for your time and trouble in this matter. God bless you and yours.
James Ragsdale Jr. ... it is good to hear from you .... Umarex is a German brand and German engineers designed it ... so I find the 3 in my collection very good air guns. I have stayed away from 30 caliber for several reason... first, there are not a lot of pellet choices available for it .... Each state has its own rules for legal deer rifles and while a few don't allow any air rifles for deer ... the majority ask for any caliber higher than 30 caliber. So I am very comfortable with the 357 ... with lots of pellet choices available. Keep in mind the range for killing a deer with an air rifle is less than with powder guns, because their velocity is less. Dr. Russ
Yo Doc!… Wen u gon hunt n hit sun critters with dem riflez like yo sayin on yo channel??
Idaho ... as I have also said .... as soon as the weather permits and the critters come out of hibernation... Dr.Russ
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What would be the best 22cal pcp rifle .
For my needs.
I need something not too heavy,accurate,silent,good quality for the money you spend.
I have the Umarex Gauntlet .22cal
I like it but it’s heavy for hunting.
I just don’t no what to buy next.
Could you give me your opinion one.
Price range 300 to 700
Eric Page ... good to hear from you again... Consider the Umarex Gauntlet or the Air Venturi Avenger ... both are values ... both have regulators and great adjustable triggers... keep us in your loop ... Dr. Russ
The only way to keep those dictators to reason with you, is when you have enough of force to them. God bless Ukraine, God bless all of us.
zzz ... good to hear from you ... and thanks for sharing ... Dr. Russ
Hey Dr Russ
Aea full auto??
Cletis ... I havent seen it... but I understand one is coming. I will do a review when it becomes available...Dr.Russ
RWS you never talk about them. Thanks
Von Fields ... you are correct ... and that is because I have never owned one of their air rifles or their tins of pellets.... but I plan to check them out ... I still pay for everything I review or do with air guns to make sure that my reviews are neutral.... and I am trying to buy the best sellers in these first three years of videos ... Our third anniversary is Nov 15... but I plan to get to RWS ...as well as the real expensive air guns too... thanks for reminding me.... Dr. Russ
What evidence do you have that a choked barrel is responsible for the "popping" sound after a pellet leaves the barrel? I thought the gas pressure causes the pellet skirt to expand to conform to the bore and rifling of the barrel whether the barrel is choked or not.
Tyrone ... it is good to hear from you. You are correct in what the skirt of a pellet does in either a choked or unchoked barrel. My comment was also that the gas escaping at the end of either a choked or unchoked barrel ... without a moderated barrel or a suppressor will make a pop. My experience has been that slugs are made for unchoked barrels... and can wear out the rifling of choked barrels ... which I believe are made primarily for Pellets.
@@drsrussandpaula Thanks for the explanation. Best wishes and good health.
@@tyronekim3506 Thank you Tyrone.... Dr. Russ
tyrone .... I forgot to say that some pellets have skirts that are too thick to spread out do to the air pressure ... other skirts spread easily... however, these easy skirts are also the ones that can get bent the easiest and need to be given a second look before loading or put thru a sizing die ...to regain its proper shape... Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula When you say, "... put thru a sizing die ...to regain its proper shape...", I would like to know where I can buy a sizing die, because Crosman pellets are inexpensive but some pellets are oversized and difficult to seat the pellet, and putting those pellets to sizing die first may help to seat better. Thanks.
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It is good to hear from you User-ol3kj .... Dr. Russ
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Good to hear from you again Butcherknife59 Knife.... Dr. Russ
Damn your English spelling and grammar is playing hell with my o.c.d.lol.
Sorry about that ... but it is good to hear from you again... please stay in touch.. Dr. Russ
You are knowledgeable about air guns, but you aren't knowledgeable about current events, or the history of Russian and Ukraine. It's easy to look at the Russia vs Ukraine situation through the lens of fox news, OAN or Newsmax but it's another story to look at it with the knowledge and insight of scholarly research and a historical basis from which to view events. There is a long history of Ukrainians (particularly those in western Ukraine) supporting Nazis. Did you know that when the Germans led by the Nazis invaded the Soviet Union on June 22, 1941, thousands of Ukrainians greeted them with flowers? Did you know that many of the guards at the Nazi concentration camps were Ukrainians? NATO is a gang of thugs who is supporting Neo-Nazis in Ukraine (The Azov Battalion is clear evidence of this), if it were an organization that was brought about to defend Western Europe from "communism" (which we are told to believe), then it would have dissolved when the Soviet Union and the Warsaw Pact dissolved. You should stick with air guns and leave the lecture on politics to those who know more than what the right-wing corporate media is promoting.
My 1st airgun requirements:
-45 cal
-Semi-Auto (bonus: aftermarket part makes it bolt action for more FPS + single load bigger round)
-900 FPS
-300+ FPE
-Regulator available
-Suppressor available
-20 shots full power
-Magazine fed (bonus: aftermarket 20 shot magazine)
-22" Barrel
-1000cc Air @ 4500psi
-AR15/M16 style
-Rifle barrel can be replaced with 9", rifle stock can be removed, or folding stock added, 250cc-1000cc air canister etc..
AEA B&W BinTac S45 Nitro appears to fit the bill.
No patriotic man can support the Zionist Traitor Lying War Criminal US Government.
@@54321Truth thanks for sharing.... and it sounds like your Deal Breaker list fits the bill for you. My own has grown from 72 features to over a 100. Dr. Russ
@@54321Truth ...my own experience is that our government is filled with a lot of different people... and like people in general ... some are very bad while others are pretty good. Dr. Russ
I do love airguns and subscribed this channel already.
Please be good friends and network of mine.
From t2bkk in Bangkok Thailand
t2bkk It is good to hear from you ... Dr. Russ
@@drsrussandpaula Thank you for your reply.
BTW, I am interested in AEA brand very much but it is not available in Bangkok.
It must be very powerful and accurate airgun at reasonable price.
@@t2bkk1 yes it is ... but there are many good air guns out there ... Dr. Russ