I am very happy I bought it and my wife should be too when I tell her next month Thanks for another winner AppleManiac, I have a Benjamin Model 112. RWS24 or 34? thanks.Bill B. And elevation adjustment ( allow you to adjust the sight up and down). HAM readers will have seen a prototype of a the new, synthetic stock Benjamin Variable Pump air rifle in our reports from the 2019 SHOT Show. Yes, you can pump the Benjamin. $0.00 No products in the cart Close Go to shop MENUMENU NAVIGATION MENUNavigation Menu Air Rifles PCP Automatic Big Bore .30/.303 Caliber 9mm/.357 Caliber .45 Caliber .50 Caliber Repeating Single Shot Semi-Auto Ambi & Left Hand Ambidextrous Left Hand Arrow / Pellet As for the peep seeing the rear sight, can you remove the rear sight? I would like to know which is a better rifle.crosman 1400 or benjamin 392 and why? Instead, why not enjoy the best? Contact George Pena.George is at [email protected] or 512-863-2951. The new synthetic stock Model 392S and 397S air rifles continue to offer variable velocity capability, simply by making more or less pumps for the shot. i then tried different techniques which didnt group well. For more on how many types of air gun sights are out there and which one is suitable for you, see this post. Al it takes is one pump before you will know why I feel that way. Loosely holding the slope got me 3 and 14/16 inches as my best (average of 4 and 2/16 inches). I would start with the JSB, then check the Kodiak. It sounds like you have stripped the screw threads from the holes. Hey BB, tried the cut and paste to no availe. Just got my 392 from pyramid in the mail yesterday and I cant even begin to tell you how happy I am with it. B.B.Your last two paragraphs were interesting, I was all set to trade my old 312 (it needs some work on it, after all of these years) in on a new 392, it seems to be well liked, (the 392s) by the comments Ive read in this column. So many ideas!!!!!!!! bb,i just recieved an older blue streak from my grandfather. Benjamin Trail NP. Is there a reason the peep sight is attached closer to the eye then the rear sight? I have achieved very good results with the Benjamin 14.3gr domed pellets. I understand that youre here to get some quick facts on synthetic vs wood stocks Brass barrels dont get dirty, which is why they never need to be cleaned. the co2 tanks cost almost ten dollars i see, is there an alternative? It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. I had a little bit of a problem when i mounted it on the shadow 1000. I need to double check, but I think the Webley is available in 22, R7 in 20. Also Ive read several reviews here and elsewhereabout the b272 mounts not fitting as well on the 397. How much should I expect to pay for an older model, but not old enough to be collectable? My C9 was the rifle I cut my teeth on before shooting with a team and earning my expert rating with cartridge riflesthats right, I started with a Sheridan .20 caliber pellet gun and jumped straight into competitive shooting. If you want more power at a great price, this is a great way to go. Im gonna buy more, and ill be giving up on buying the peep sight for a while, too (Ill get around to it). i got it back in the early 80s.As a kid i have killed more animals with it then you can imagine,My favorite pellet was the promethus bullet,it was a lite pellet at the time they were black. As Crosman aficionados will immediately recognize, the 362 ships with a short, synthetic breech. Being that the barrel is steel and not brass like my benjis, how often should I clean it. Benjamin 392 Pump Action Air Rifle .22 Caliber. They are all very nice guns and are accurate enough to pot a cottontail rabbit at 35 yards with open sights. After a few clicks to the left and the impact point is vertically alligned with the target point. One has a strange rear site which are two half circles. Is the scope the problem??? I am unable to adjust the rear sight any lower and yet am still shooting high. I wrote a more detailed description, but its a pain retyping it for the third time. BB,I just got a Benjamin 397 primarily for pest control. I do have a short question. The 1400 is fine, but its valve isnt very friendly to the trigger. Ive got one on order right now from PyramydAir. However, I still like the idea of his Steriod treatmen. Im always adjusting the sights for different distances, and I dont want to lock/glue the screw in place. You have been very helpful. The Crosman 362 Multipump Pellet Rifle is equipped with an adjustable rear peep sight. George Pena in TX. I'm looking at this configuration as an indoor & backyard trainer for long range marksmanship, including reticle range estimation and wind speed estimation. Would either one generally be more accurate? the gun is continuing to shoot high even after adjusting the screw for elevation. Dot sights are just as accurate as scopes. BB, For some reason, this wont publish my comments. item 1 Benjamin Sheridan 397PA Air Pump Pellet Gun Rifle 4.5mm .177 Cal. It goes way beyond airguns. should i get it? I like the finish on the silver streak but the 20 cal pellets arent locally available so thats a bit of a limitation. Post subject: Benjamin Crosman 397, 392, new and old versions? This is really highly accurate gun for under 50 yards. Some pneumatics require cocking before pumping. That looks like the right gun for me. its http://www.myspace.com/airgunsniperthanks bb. Also the bolt feels gritty as it slides during loading, and this thing hasnt had a chance to get dirty yet. will it? My question relates to the article I read on penetration between domed pellets, round balls, and pointed pellets. Yes, the POI should move with each additional pump. Even the best selling lists on gun retailer's sites A PCP air gun is one of five types of air rifles in the market today. And Ron Elbes book gets more specific. I have this fairly well planned out in my own opinion, but this is just a prototype. Human error affects the groupings quite a bit for me! Later I bought a 392. You can see the price of the gun online and you know the price at the store. Crosman premier .22 domed? after placing a few shots after the windage or elevation pieces are set. Contact him at [email protected] or call 717-382-1481.. Works great and quiets the slapping sound/impact on the barrel a good bit. Thanks for you help.-Al. Will it kill a raccoon and a grey fox if they are in very close range? is $154.99 a fair price for the benjamin 392? -Price. You can use this gun for target shooting, plinking, pest control, and small-game hunting. And you must hunt in season with a license. Over the years, we've gained a sterling reputation for crafting rugged air guns that are both functional and beautiful. Guess my last comment is lost in cyber-space. Looks a bit toy-like at first, until you fire it. Are there any mounts that wrap around the entire pump tube instead of just clamping to the barrel? You will need to raise the rear of the scope with an adjustable scope mount. Raden1942 Jul 18, 2021 Jump to latest Follow Reply Raden1942 Member Feb 15, 2018 1,757 51 California, United States Jul 18, 2021 #1 Hey guys I just held the 392 with synthetic stock and I hated it. I like it and will care for it so it will hold its value and maybe increase. Im confident that a shot to the head on rabbits with a .177 caliber pellet rifle will kill them. Monte Carlo stock has lots of advantages including: The Benjamin 392 uses a .22 pellet as its only ammo. He is kind of a gun snob, so a regular cheap BB gun wasnt going to cut it. Most important how loud is it? Or more specifically, how high should the peep hole be from the (top?) Thanks for the help pre-purchase and with the sight question! Six pumps on leverMy best grouping while I held firmly on the pump lever was 4 and 2/16 inches (average 3 and 15/16 inches). But get this, since then Ive had pin-point accuracy with no fly-aways could just be my imagination. It has been an intense 24 hours of education to this point. I will be testing the Whisper, but I already know itll work because the TX200 Mk III has had the same arrangement for the past 8 years. I wont dissapoint once I get a few stories. Otherwise you can get it online here: Would you recommend using the Air Venturi Intermount with a Leapers 432 Mil Dot scope with the 397, or just the Crosman peep sights? Do I tighten the left screw and loosen the right screw or vice versa? I have stumbled upon them before, but i didnt really think id use them alot. The Bug Buster is 4 power, the Bug Buster 2 is 6. right? The price for the Benjamin 392 multi-pump air gun is about $150. So lets just set that aside, if we can. Insert the pellet into the loading port (with the pellets nose lying forward). But let me ask you what pellets you consider too light and too heavy for a 1000 fps spinger. (I would use tape for example), Anyway, if this theory is correct, then using plastic or metal with a hole drilled in it as a peep sight, and attaching it to the sight itself, should work. No worries though, Ill just keep looking. Hello, My first and only gun right know is an Avanti 853 legend. Also, try five pumps or six instead of the maximum. Dont always look for someone elses answers, look for hints. At the first glance, the product images tell us that it has the same handsome, classic look. But when you get used to it, it will become second nature and you can do it without a second thought. Heres a good article to read that B.B. Would u suggest me buying this? I exchanged the gun for another one off the shelf. And both were more accurate than any of the other pellets Ive experimented with. Sorry about the typo. Also I am living in NJ and I am forced to shoot indoors I have a 55 foot+ range with cement walls do you think this rifle is too powerfull to shoot indoors? Ive done some more looking and have come across the Beeman SS1000, and it seems like a great deal. Webley is a great name in spring guns. Anyways I have the Benjamin 397 and was wondering what you think is a nice distance to zero in the open sights to for a well rounded point of impact for shooting mostly done between the 10-20yards mark. Try the Beeman .20 caliber Field Target Special pellet. What do I need to do now or what part(s) needs to be replaced/fixed. Ill look through this blog and see if I can find it. You might think about the Daisy 22SG or the Benjamin 392AS. if you are not into historic or collectibles, buy the new rifle for $30 more and get a warranty. Do you use the B-Square mount in conjunction with the b272? On the first day of the hunting season, one of Air Gun Maniac is reader-supported. Visit Our Help Center Email To Friend Specifications Q&A Reviews (26) Product Overview The diablos gave me the best groupings, .40 at 10 yards. More on that later, Thomas. New Daisy Model 599 3P Sporter Rifle Available, Diana XR200 Price And Availability In USA, The Big HAM Slugs Test. Or I could just be a bad shot. Does the blue streak outperform the 392? I was wondering what your recomendations would be on what cal to get either the .177 or the .22 I am trying to get rid of a couple blackbirds near my house. Careers. They look like they have Weaver bases (a cross-key to attach to a cross-slotted base) and they can only fit a Weaver or Picatinny base. srry about all these messages, i know u have a lot to do, but when i pump the benjamin, i should hold the gun behind the rear sight, right? i was also wondering if thease pellets were any good, 1.http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2077747&cp=&fbn=Taxonomy%7CBB+Guns%2FAmmo&f=Taxonomy%2FTSA%2F2098726&fbc=1&kw=.22+ammo&parentPage=search, http://www.sportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2077750&cp=&fbn=Taxonomy%7CBB+Guns%2FAmmo&f=Taxonomy%2FTSA%2F2098726&fbc=1&kw=.22+ammo&parentPage=search. R.R. If so, the peep needs a higher front sight to compensate. I have a .22 cal benjamin model 342 and was wondering if there is a kit i can repair it with. Crow mangums gave .65 with 5 shots. No living much further away. Thats just a B-Square 17010 Weaver scope base. the rubber/leather seal has been damaged from sitting for so many years and will not pump air. At the end of the pump slot, the pump piston head can just be seen. Thanks B.B. Had to get a special scope mount, which works great, but its annoying to not have attachment points built in. It needs two-piece one-inch rings. I believe you mean will it kill the animal without suffering? Word verification is software provided by Blogger. Also, it seems the only place to mount the scope is halfway down the barrel even if I could get the intermounts to stay in one place. Rick WillneckerRick is in Pennsylvania, where he repairs vintage and modern Crosman, Benjamin and Sheridan guns. i have some background in airguns but just had a few questions. the closer i put my hand bracing the barrel to the front sight, the easier it is to pump. If you have the money, I recommend either one of the Sheridans or the Benjamin 392. thanks:D. You already know what a wonderful airgun this is. This FREE online magazine is devoted exclusively to airguns and associated products. Could you tell me if this is the right address to mail a check to? I tried shooting with a firm and loose grip in three different spots. Air Gun 101: What You Should Know about Air Rifle Barrels, Benjamin Marauder Synthetic Stock (Gen 2) Review The Perfect Mix, Diana Stormrider Review The First Action Line from Diana, AirForce Texan Big Bore Review Make Shooting Great Again, Best Air Rifles Under $500 Affordable pellet guns for the, Daisy Red Ryder 1938 75th Anniversary Special Edition Review, Best Break Barrel Air Rifle That Hits Like A Champ (Reviews, Hammerli 850 Review A CO2 Rifle with PCP Accuracy, Best CO2 air rifles 2023 Top 5 fantastic guns for, Gamo Bone Collector Bull Whisper IGT Review, Ruger Yukon Review Dont judge the book by its, Black Ops Tactical Sniper Gas Piston Review, Things You Must Know Before You Go For Hunting. As for silicone chamber oil, why not order it here? This gun is a great choice for target shooting or for dealing with annoying pests in your yard. Do you just store them away for accuracy tests in later guns? The changes in both diameter and depth of wound path are clearly illustrated using this method. I have takenabout 4 squirrels no problem all with good shot placement of course, but overall do you feel the 397 has good power for small game hunting? It will then be replaced by the rumored 7.0-liter 426 cubic-inch HEMI SRT V8 codenamed "Banshee" sometime around the 2021 model year. I just bought a 392 and was wondering if I should keep a pump of air in it to keep the valve closed as with some other guns or leave it empty? The tension loosens as the elevation is lowered. But that doesnt mean they wouldnt if they werent binding in some way. I was thinking of using a durable, yet pliable plastic of some sort. Please help! Im a kid and I want some power! Alot of us love and shoot that gun.FYI, you posted to a blog that B.B. A peep is placed close to the eye for greater precision. First, it's very hard-hitting, especially for a multi-pump rifle. So the crosman isnt even a candidate? But I would have really liked the Webley even if it was just for some casual plinking. And i wont be shootin anything larger than rabbits either. I dont see how the valve alignment could be screwed up by pumping without cocking. When you close the pump arm, that compresses it. As it has multi-pump action, shooting practice and plinking is easier with this. Pyramyd also shows that this mount is for the Benjamin rifles. As such, I packed it up, and back to PyramidAir it went. i am having a very difficult time sighting the gun in. Another question out in the field, how long can one keep the 392 pumped up? Something that will compliment the Benjamin 392. I was hoping one of the CO2 guns would work since that would be much easier for me to keep charged. Hold on there BB, Im not sure what you mean by smoothing the bore. If you have explored other pellets, I will bet you will get groups that average ij the 3/4-inch range. They hold all the answers you need. At first, I thought these pieces were soldered to the barrel/pump cylinder and would have to remain. 3. PCP vs Spring Piston: Which one is better? George is at [email protected] or 512-863-2951. Help! On 8 pumps, it sounds like a loud hand clap. Im trying to determine if this would be a good investment for me. When buying a used 392 or C9, is there anything to watch out for? I like the way this sight looks. Whats your take on these Germans? I now pay all domestic bills by cash if humans are involved. You can find out more about how we use them in the privacy policy. Hey B.B. I shot about 100 premiers and 100 benjamin pellets through the 392. What adjustable scope mount do you recommend? What should i do if i get a jammed pellet? That isnt easy, but the BAM B26 is one solution, and the B40 is an even better one. Your old gun is probably worth about the $50 credit Crosman offers, but spending some more getting it fixed up would probably be a good idea. I now advocate using the Air Venturi cantilever scope base. What are the differences (better quality, more agressive look, traditional mantle bearer??? Secondly, have you ever tried the benjamin sheridan cylindrical pellets in either of these uns and if so how do they perform? Hope everyone here had a great holiday. Good news is Im hitting 1 and 1/2 groups now. Woodchucks have been causing all kinds of havoc for my family by digging holes in our horses field and eating our vegetable garden. Now Im using a Remington airmaster 77 with a Bushnell 6-1850 scope. HAM participates in affiliate advertising programs. The AS392T is a CO2 rifle that gets just over 600 f.p.s. LOLs. or is circular more easily drilled, and that is why factories do that? Thats just a play on the company name. Go to Wal-Mart and see if they have Gamo domed or pointed pellets. A rifled barrel makes abullet spin. I never liked scopes on multi pump pneumatics. could i use some household object to push it out? After running the numbers, a 10.6 grain Kodiak in .177 at 1000 FPS has a higher FPE than a 15.8 grain JSB Diabolo in .22 at 685 FPS. However, the new Monte Carlo-style synthetic stock is said by the manufacturer to shrug off inclement weather better than the traditional wood. thx for all the help, too, and, ironicaly, ur help really helped me. Five pumps is usually the most accurate spot for a Benjamin, by the way. BENJAMIN SHERIDAN MODEL 392P 5.5mm .22 CALL PELLET RIFLE N94708777 $399.99 $34.65 shipping or Best Offer 13 watching Benjamin Armada PCP .22 caliber Multi-Shot Bolt Action M-Lok w/BiPod $482.00 0 bids $31.15 shipping 2d 10h or Buy It Now Benjamin Titan GP Pellet Gun $100.00 0 bids $60.10 shipping Its accurate and inexpensive. 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