
Chase S asked: I have seen a lot of articles and writings that suggest that just about every air rifle barrel might be just a hair different then the next one. Which seems right considering the wide range of what people say is the best pellet. Now i think it is a commonly known if not agreed upon that Wadcutters (Flat heads) are particularly good for the shorter range because they are the least aerodynamic and they punch a clean hole through paper targets also they start fast but lose energy faster then say a domed shape pellet or hollow point. Which are heavier so although they go slower out of the barrel they retain more of their Feet per Second down range. But what im wondering is for lower power air rifles, those under say 1000 FPS what would be some good guidelines to follow for Air rifles under 1000FPS? Such as weight of pellets in Grains? Which special models of pellets like Raptors or Predators or Destroyers should you avoid or get?
Also what would be a good ammo for pistols say under 600FPS? Ive always personally used Wadcutters and pointed pellets but would heavier pellets work for CO2 guns?
Lastly i saw a great site that showed how from a certain distance you could shoot at a paper target 3 times and the one with the best grouping is the one that engages the rifling best and is your guns choice of pellet but i can not find that site anymore, does anyone know a good way to determine which pellet is right for your gun? I have heard some can be to big for your barrel and some can be to small as to rattle around inside destroying your rifling.
Any help would be appreciated im sure not only just by me but all those that enjoy using their air rifles and pistols.
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