Six benefits of an air rifle versus the traditional firearm.

Is there really a place for Air guns compared to powerful Firearms?

Are Air Guns only suitable for shooting tin cans or putting holes in paper targets?

We believe that there is a place for modern air rifles. Air gun pellets are less expensive to purchase compared to firearm bullets.

A good air rifle is more accurate than a comparable firearm. Many modern are powerful and accurate, very suitable for the hunting of small game such as squirrels rabbits and birds.

Here are a few benefits of air rifles versus firearms.

1. The ammunition will not deteriorate over time, as air rifle ammunition is simply a pellet; there are no primers powders or cases to worry about.

2. It is easier to own an air gun, as most states in the USA don’t classify air guns as firearms.

3. A good quality air gun is actually more accurate than a firearm up to the distance of around 50 yards.

4. Can be purchased at a very affordable price and even more importantly the pellets are exceptionally cheap. The more you practice the better aim you will be with an air rifle. You do not have to hold back just keep practising.

5. Most pellets lose velocity after about 50 yards which makes for safer for shooting.

6. Air rifles are comparatively quiet. Making them less likely to annoy the neighbours and when you’re hunting it is less likely to scare off other game.

Air gun designs and systems

1. Air pump system: Some rifles require over five pumps to achieve sufficient pressure in the reservoir.

2. Air tank system: a high-pressure prefilled air cartridge pushes the pallet out of the barrel. The benefit of this system is that it allows semiautomatic firing.

3. Spring & piston: the barrel is broken or cocked compressing a spring when the trigger is activated the release spring forces a piston for which compresses air that forces the pallet out of the barrel.

Differing caliber.

.177 caliber – is a very fast caliber with maximum velocity of over 1250 Feet Per Second (FPS) This caliber would easily be the most popular and is suitable for hunting small game competition shooting, plinking and target practice.

.20 calibers – This medium weight caliber has a lower velocity than the .177 caliber. It may be seen as a compromise between the 2 other calibers but the reality is that it is not very popular in the USA. The range of guns and pellets is limited in this bore and can more expensive.

22 caliber The largest commonly used caliber. These heavy pellets have a lower velocity than the smaller .177 caliber. Their velocity is between 650 FPS to 1250 FPS they do have a harder impact due to the mass of the pellet.

What is the right air rifle for hunting?

The answer of course is it depends on the game that you will be hunting.

The .177 caliber is fine for birds, squirrels and rabbits. For hunting larger animals, the heavier pellets provided by the 22 caliber bore is recommended. Ensure that the velocity is above 650 FPS.

The guns used in airsoft and paintball are quite different; Airsoft guns and rifles, whether gas, electric or sniper rifles or spring guns, are popular as they are highly realistic replicas of military guns and a relatively cheaper option. The main difference between the types of gun is that paintball guns have a hopper that the paintballs are poured into, whereas airsoft guns use clips. Clips make loading and unloading a straightforward process and the extra clips are light to carry. In paintball a belt or vest is necessary to hold the big cylinders of paintballs.

Start up packages for Airsoft or Paintball are around the same price, however, further costs are incurred when purchasing ammunition and carrying out any maintenance and repairs to the guns. Taken as a whole, Airsoft guns work out less expensive as Airsoft pellets are a lot cheaper to produce than paintballs are and the ammunition used makes the guns less liable to ‘jam.’ The biggest outlay is the purchase of the Airsoft gun, after this initial cost everything extra is relatively cheap.

Airsoft guns have a longer range than paintball guns with most shooting between 250fps to 600fps, an Airsoft pellet will also travel a lot further than a paintball pellet will.

Ammunition used in games is paintballs and 6mm BBs in airsoft games. Games can be played in woods/forests or in an open area, if the area is wooded the paintballs can have a problem reaching their target as the trees and bushes stop their progress and can even break them. Airsoft pellets are much smaller and the likelihood of them hitting something in the way is less probable.

Airsoft guns are more accurate than paintballs, so games are concluded faster as targets are hit. Players can also easily avoid paintballs, if they see it coming in beforehand it’s quite easy to move out of its way, whereas Airsoft pellets are too small to see when they are traveling at a high speed and would be very difficult to avoid.

Airsoft guns are much easier to maneuver with as they are lightweight and easy to hold, whilst paintball guns tend to be large and unwieldy with external CO2 and N2 or compressed air cylinders. Also, the hopper can occasionally get in the way.

Paintball guns need to be oiled, regularly cleaned and refilled each time you want to play. If you own a gas airsoft gun it will also need refilling each time you play, but electric and spring airsoft guns require no gas at all. Both types of guns will require regular maintenance to ensure they stay in good working condition. Although a simple process, paintball guns will need the barrel cleaned on a regular basis and they do have more parts than airsoft guns proving more costly to fix.

Both Paintball and Airsoft Guns each have their individual advantages and disadvantages. How the gun looks, costs, speed and effectiveness will all contribute towards the final decision you make.

Spring airsoft pistols are good as a back up because they don’t need batteries or gas but you do have to cock them for each shot. This is when you should get a green gas airsoft pistol. These pistols are absolutely full of realism.

These airsoft pistols usually have a feature called blowback. This is a very impressive feature of these guns. After each fast squeeze of the trigger, the slide on top of the gun slides back, cocking the gun for it’s next shot. This feel of recoil adds great realism and excitement to these airsoft guns.

In addition to the blowback feature, they are semi-automatic. This means that the trigger can be pulled, firing a bb, continuously without having to pull the slide back to cock it again like on a spring pistol. With an improved rate of fire over spring pistols, these has become the preferred airsoft pistol. More and more people are demanding that all pistols be semi-automatic and even full-automatic.

I, along with many other people prefer green gas to CO2 powered airsoft pistols. These gas powered guns usually have a little more power than the CO2 pistols. I choose green gas because it seems to be more efficient. You can normally get more shots per gram of green gas than you can CO2. You may only get two or three 20 bb magazines out a CO2 cartridge. But you may be able to get 3 magazines out of an 8 second spray of green gas.

Green gas airsoft pistols also have a favorable fuel filling method. I prefer to have 2 or 3 magazines filled so i can easily reload them and not have to worry about putting a new co2 cartridge in the magazine.

1. Fashion Models
   The Stun Master 3.5 Million Volt Rechargeable Fashion Print Stun Guns are a brand new, ultra thin model with a mean bite. They are about the size of a small electric shaver and fit comfortably in small hands. They also have a flashlight mode. They are available in 8 different prints: Floral, Blue Lighting, Green Lightning, Animal Print, Camo, Woodlands, Pink and Snakeskin Print. Cost: $25.95
2. 3.5 Million Volt Slimline
   The Slimline stun gun has a built-in nickel-cadmium rechargeable battery and comes with an easy to use integrated charger. Also has a flashlight mode for multi purpose use. Cost: $25.95
3. Lipstick Stun Gun
   The 950,000 Volt Rechargeable Stun Gun with flashlight is the smallest style on the market. It designed to look like a tube of lipstick. This innovative design and small size makes this model unique and super portable. Whether you’re carrying an oversized purse or an evening clutch, this unit goes wherever you go. Also has a disabling pin. If it is taken away from you, the wrist strap pin will pull out, which prevents it from working. Cost: $28.95
4. The Runt
   A classic stun device. No bells or whistles, lights or alarms. Just 4.5 million volts of stunning power. Sturdy technology makes this one of the longest lasting stun guns on the market. It is available in pink and black and in a standard battery or rechargeable model. Cost: Standard – $39.95 Rechargeable – $49.95
5. Covert Flashlight Stun Gun
   Keeping a flashlight handy is always a good idea. Having a rechargeable flashlight is an even better idea. This rechargeable unit comes with a standard wall charger and an adapter for your car so you never have to worry about buying new batteries. Also has 2.5 million volts of zapping power. Cost: $35.00
6. Stun Master Classic 350K Volt
   Stun Master has been a leading brand in the stun gun industry since 1994 making it a true icon in the world of self-defense. This type of success for so many years in a competitive field is the finest recommendation any product could be given. Like the Runt, this model has no extra features, but excels at producing a reliable voltage that will incapacitate your assailant. Cost: $35.00
7. Rechargeable Stun Gun Pen
   1.2 million volts. Includes a safety cap and switch to prevent accidental discharge. You must remove the cap, turn the switch to on and press the trigger button. It is about the size of a permanent marker. Although it has no writing capabilities, this model is easily tucked into a shirt or jacket pocket. Cost: $39.95
8. S.M.A.C.K. 5 Million Volt Key Chain Stun Gun
   For a long time the most popular non-lethal self-defense product on the market has been the key chain pepper spray. What made it so popular is that a person can defend themselves when they are most vulnerable to being attacked – while they are going to their car. This stun device is about the same size as a keychain pepper spray. Includes a built in charger so you never have to worry about getting new batteries. Also has a flashlight mode. It is available in pink and black. Cost: $45.00
9. Mini Stun Baton
   One of the main concerns about carrying a stun gun is that it can be used against you if your assailant gets ahold of it. The Stun Master 4.5 Million Volt Mini Stun Baton comes with a rechargeable battery, LED Flashlight, Safety Switch and Safety Wrist Strap Pull Pin. Its small size makes it easy to carry in a purse or glove compartment. A nylon quick release holster is also available. Cost: $45.00
10. Stun Baton
    Because of their power and reach, the stun batons are a favorite among security guards and dog walkers. With 300K volts of power, the baton will also deliver a shock when touched six inches from the tip, to prevent an assailant from taking it away. Rubber handle. 16″ in length. Cost $49.00

I developed this irrigation repair technique out of desperation. A sprinkler head had launched itself out of the ground right beside me one day and landed in a potted plant. The resulting geyser was spectacular, but the location was horrible!

The area around this particular sprinkler head was surrounded in paving stone and brick, and worse, right up against a fence. To make things harder, I had installed a french-drain only a foot away! The riser’s nipple was missing. Sure enough, a replacement stand-pipe wouldn’t even begin to screw in! Obviously, the broken off part of the nipple was stuck in the t-connector – deep underground! Before I developed this technique, I would have had to dig lateral trenches about 2′ long on each side of the connector, cut the supply lines off each end of the connector, added a sleeve and spacer, then glued in a replacement t-connector. Not this time! There was too much involved in digging this connector out of the ground!

I have a special purpose tool I’d bought from The Home Depot just for this problem. It’s the PVC variant of an “easy-out.” Unfortunately, it wouldn’t work! I couldn’t get enough pressure (the connector was buried just about the extractor’s full length), and I kept scraping my knuckles against a fence post. The stand-pipe wasn’t PVC, it was vinyl. It was so slick, the knife edges of the extractor wouldn’t bite into the inside edge.

But vinyl melts! I have a 1200 watt heat gun I’d bought for paint stripping. The extractor’s tip is metal and by using this heat gun, I got the extractor’s tip hot. Real hot. Sizzling hot! By pushing the extractor straight down the hole, it gently melted into the broken off nipple – deep underground! I let it set and cool for a few minuets before giving it a twist. Two seconds later, the broken off nipple was extracted!

After screwing in a replacement riser, I cycled the irrigation pump to that zone to rinse out all of the dirt that had fallen into the connector. I put a new sprinkler head on the replacement riser, and guess what? That irrigation repair was done. Not only done, I didn’t have to dig one spade of dirt!

The trick was heating up the extractor’s tip hot enough to melt into the broken off vinyl nipple to get a grip.

A few weeks later, I had a different problem. I had mounted new window boxes along one side wall of my home and wanted to use my in-ground irrigation system to water the new flowers. I had a capped off riser right where I need to place a 4′ riser. Unfortunately, this was an old steel riser that I’d bumped into several times with the mower, and when I removed the pipe it left the t-connector’s threads stripped and choked with rust-scale! Unlike most of my irrigation repair projects, this line is very shallow. Shallow enough for me to scrape away the top to really see the damage.

There wasn’t anything I could do to thread the new riser into place, I was going to have to replace the t-connector – or maybe not. I have a pretty complete shop and I have metal working tools to tap holes for screw threads, or cut outside threads for bolts. Since I had to go to The Home Depot or Lowe’s anyway for a replacement t-connector, why not see if they had a tool for pipe threads?

The staff at Lowe’s laughed when I asked them for a tool to cut internal 1/2″ pipe thread for an underground PVC t-connector! Their only advice was to dig it up and replace it. No Way! The staff at The Home Depot didn’t laugh out loud, but they also suggested replacement fittings.

I did buy the fittings, but I also found the perfect tool – an 18″ length of 1/2″ steel pipe! Once again, the 1200 watt heat gun came to the rescue. By heating the pipe end, the thread section, I was able to plunge it into the buried t-connector. It sizzled as it sank in and I quickly worked it in deeper as I screwed it into place. Without letting it sit, I unscrewed the steel pipe to prevent it from welding into place. I repeated this operation several times until all of the pipe’s threaded section was within the t-connector’s nipple.

Guess what? The new replacement 4′ PVC riser threaded itself right in! By using heat, pressure, and steel threads, I was able to partially melt the underground t-connector and cut new threads. Not a spade full of dirt was dug up for this irrigation repair!

Since then, I’ve helped neighbors with their irrigation repair projects that left them amazed – “you can actually cut new threads underground without having to dig” – Wow, thanks Bill, real big thanks!

Not all irrigation repairs can use this technique. Let’s face it, if the t-connector’s nipple or connecting pipes crack or break, you will have to dig. But try this tip first and see if it works. You’ll know within minuets if there’s a more serious problem. You’ll get wet standing there, but you’ll quickly see upwelling around the sprinkler head in operation if there’s a broken pipe or cracked nipple. Oh well, at least you gave it a try!

I’ve had this cheap $20 heat gun for more than twenty years. Not only does it do a great job lifting paint, I’ve used it for boat electrical repairs (heat-shrink tubing), removing self-adhesive vinyl tile, contact paper, and sanding disks, and even starting fires in my charcoal pit. This is NOT a hair dryer – keep safe, keep it away from you at all times!

In conclusion, I was able to use my cheap heat gun and cheaper steel pipe to apply enough heat and pressure to re-mold stripped out internal threads, and enough raw heat to let another tool’s edges cut into material that without that tool, would have required digging lots of dirt for these simple irrigation repair projects!

One of the most popular airsoft guns used today is the M4. While this gun is great for more open areas of play it tends to not be the best close quarter battle weapon, or CQBW for short. However the addition of the affordable tactical duostock to your M4 airsoft gun can make it a very effective and enjoyable CQB weapon without affecting its open area abilities.

How Does The Tactical DuoStock Work?

The tactical duostock was designed to be a direct replacement on most all AR15 and M4 variants of rifles and since most airsoft guns are almost exact replicas it fits them perfectly also. Installation takes only seconds as all you have to do is slide the old stock off the buffer tube and install the new stock. You can then adjust it to your preferred length just by simply pushing in the adjusting lever and sliding it to your preferred length.

How Strong Is It

This replacement stock is made of a high impact shatter resistant lightweight material and was designed for military,SWAT and civilian use and is currently being used in both Afghanistan and Iraq so breaking it in an airsoft skirmish will be next to impossible. However if you do break it there is a lifetime warranty on the product. You also have the choice of black or tan.

What Are The Advantages Of Using Duo Stock

When the designers where developing this product they wanted something that gave weapon handlers and operators a way to increase accuracy,speed up their ability to acquire targets and make the weapon easier and more consistent performer. This is exactly what the replacement stock does and does well. You will notice a definite way your airsoft gun feel sand performs right after adding it. Plus it gives just a bit more realism to your airsoft experience as well.

Choosing the right holster for concealed carry is important for people in any state, but what about the laws in Illinois? Are there specifics that you need to be aware of when you carry concealed, whether as a resident or non-resident, in Illinois?

First and foremost, it is necessary to understand the Illinois law that pertains to both residents and non-residents carrying concealed. Non-residents may NOT carry a concealed gun on their person without an Illinois License to Carry. There is an allowance for non-residents who are licensed to carry in their home state, but that allowance only gives them permission to keep a loaded gun in their car. Therefore, non-residents without an Illinois License to Carry have no reason for a holster while in the Land of Lincoln.

Second is the issue of “printing” and what “concealed” means. In some states, if the gun is detectable under your clothing due to the “imprint” it makes through your clothing, you have committed a crime. However, in Illinois it is less clear. Since the law has passed in July, 2013, not a single permit has been issued, nor has the law been able to be tested in court. However, it does specify that your firearm must be “completely or mostly” concealed.

The meaning of “mostly” concealed is obviously open to interpretation. However, the legislative intent (made clear during the House and Senate debate of this bill in Springfield) is that momentary or accidental exposure of the gun is NOT to be considered illegal. In other words, if your jacket rides up or the wind blows your shirt open and someone catches a glimpse of your gun, you are protected by the law.

Whether printing is also protected will no doubt need to be interpreted by the courts. The long and the short of it is that you should choose a holster, and a place on your body to wear the holster, that eliminates printing or accidental exposure.

So the, what is the best holster / position for concealed carry in Illinois? Unless you are wearing a jacket, the most difficult way to carry concealed will be with a hip holster. While that is tactically among the best locations to carry, it is also the most difficult to conceal totally.

A small gun, like a.380 or other “pocket pistol,” is easily concealed with a pocket holster. The holster should be selected to ensure that it covers the trigger for safety, keeps the gun oriented properly for quick deployment, and provides a “blocking” imprint that is not distinguishable as a gun when the clothing is tight.

The other really effective holsters for those who would carry concealed in Illinois are shoulder holsters and ankle holsters. However, ensure that you train in drawing from these holsters as they present very real challenges in quickness (ankle holster) and safety (shoulder holsters – think about sweeping unintended targets with the muzzle when drawing).

Believe it or not, there are lots of uses for airsoft guns in the world today. While many are content to just host airsoft gun wars at a local park or a friend’s backyard, others are looking for uses for airsoft guns outside of the ordinary. If you ask people why they got into airsoft, you’re sure to find many different answers. Of course you’ll find the answer that there was a particular style of gun that that person just had to buy and use because they loved the style. Others are looking to simply ad d to their collection, some use their airsoft guns for training or target practice. But some answers may surprise you. Many people who purchase airsoft guns are looking for a practical method of pest control in their houses.

You may not agree with it, but many folks use airsoft guns to keep pests away from their home and belongings. Have a raccoon that goes through your trash cans every night, making a mess? For others it’s that dog that wanders into your yard while your children are playing? Are squirrels getting into your attic? The answer for many people is simple, try and dissuade them from coming in with a low powered airsoft gun.

Before you start thinking about animal cruelty, I’m only advising that low speed spring cheap airsoft guns should be the only way to go in this instance. It’s more humane than setting up traps, which can cause serious injury to an animal. Choose a low powered spring airsoft pistol so that if you accidentally hit the animal, it won’t hurt them. If you see the raccoons climbing into your trash can, take the airsoft gun and shoot the trash can a couple of times to scare the animal away, not to hit and hurt the animal. The point is to try and train the animal that coming into your yard or going through your trash cans isn’t okay.

Bird cannons work in much the same way trying to train the birds not to come and stay in a particular area. They don’t aim to hit and hurt the birds, but instead to scare them away. You can see how some low speed cheap airsoft guns can be a great tool for controlling the different pests in and around your house without having to hurt the animal. There are different kinds of airsoft guns which shoot pellets at a very high velocity, but you really don’t need something so strong when dealing with animals. Plus, if the animal is hit with a spring airsoft gun, it will only sting a little, to try and teach the animal not to continue in that particular action.

If you want to make your speargun last, then you need to know how to clean it correctly. Spearguns rust very quickly if they are not washed down after every dive, and washed correctly. I usually just give mine a hose off, but I ensure that I pull the spear out, move the trigger around and get rid of any salt water that I can. Sure, the ends of the spear will rust anyway, but if you can minimize the rust then you will be a long way ahead!

Generally the trigger mechanism is the item that stops working first, because of a buildup of junk and rust that occurs. If you are finding the trigger and safety catch is getting harder to use you can usually pull it all apart and give it a good clean. A bit of CRC goes a long way into these. This is especially the case if you are doing a lot of diving from the beach. Sand seems to find its way into the gun even when you don’t throw the gun in the sand!

Whilst you are cleaning the gun you should be checking that everything is ok. Pull the rubbers from a few different angles to check how much they are worn, and have a close look at the bungee cord attaching the gun to the line. Your mono line is also something which breaks fairly regularly, so check that it is in good condition. All you need is one sharp rock to damage the line and you risk losing both a good fish and your spear if this is the case! The most important thing is to keep your gun looking like new. Avoid chemicals on the gun body and on the rubber, and make sure you clean out any sand and salt water from the guns mechanisms.

When it comes to airsoft guns the most popular question next to the popular making your gun shoot shoot faster is how to make my airsoft gun more accurate! Below you will find a few tips to help you out in your quest for AEG accuracy!

Clean Your Barrel– The barrel of your air soft gun can collect a lot of dirt. This dirt will coat the barrel and leave a residue that can effect the flight properties of your BB’s making them erratic. To remedy this use the cleaning rod that came with your gun and some airsoft safe silicon oil on a small piece of rag and run it up and down the barrel, repeat till clean! Follow up with a dry wipe to remove excess oil from your barrel.

Use Heavier BB’S– If your gun shoots upwards of 400 FPS with.2 gram BB’s you may want to upgrade to.23 or.25 BB’s. The heavier weight will slow down the FPS your airsoft guns shoots but will give you a more stable flight pattern. The heavier ammo is also affected less by wind then the lighter ammo is making your shots more on target.

Add a Tight Bore Barrel– A lot of the airsoft guns that are for sale right now do not have tight bore barrels, this leads to erratic BB flight patterns. To eliminate this erratic flight pattern from your shots you can add a tight bore barrel to your gun. A tight bore barrel is a one that has a diameter only slightly bigger then the BB it fires. The tight bore barrel will reduce BB bounce in the barrel which in turn leads to a more accurate shot! The tighter the bore the more accurate the shot! There brands and sizes that are many available. To pick the right one for your set up it is best to talk with your retailer.

Buy a Better Gun– The harsh truth is that there are some guns that shoot poorly and are not worth upgrading and you would be better off with a new gun. There are many airsoft guns on the market right now under $200 that are very accurate and shoot well over 350 FPS. One of these is the G&G combat machine series of air soft guns, so before you spend money on upgrades you may want to talk with your retailer about some of the newer guns on the market.