naddan28 Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 Just wondered how many guys use a bipod with your air rifles? I wondered whether a bipod will help eliminate the wobble I get when aiming? I just find that sometimes when i shoot, the round does not end up where I have aimed (the gun is zeroed :blink: ) and wondered whether the bipod would help eliminate this? I was wondering whether the misplacing of the odd round is due to the fact that my breathing pattern is changing at the moment of shooting and which could be caused due to my unsturdy hand!?! I was wondering whether the bipod will sort this problem out? Thanks Guys, Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAKEBITE Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 It is not a question of yes or no, it is a question of yes, if needed! Adding a bi-pod may alter your point of impact if the gun has been zeroed free standing. The odd flyer is inevitable whatever method you use, or however you breathe. Bi-pods have their uses but are not essiental or the answer to all problems. And no, don't use one on a springer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
young airgunner Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 i always take mine out hunting with me but i have yet to use it on quarry. every quarry i have taken has been kneeling or standing, ( only way the shots presented themselves). as snakebite says, dont put them on a springer cheers james Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naddan28 Posted January 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 i always take mine out hunting with me but i have yet to use it on quarry. every quarry i have taken has been kneeling or standing, ( only way the shots presented themselves). as snakebite says, dont put them on a springer cheers james Thanks, just out of curiosity why not put a bipod on a springer? surely it would help steady my aim? Thanks for the answers and please excuse my ignorance as to the above question! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 The problem with a springer is that it reacts differently depending on how its held or mounted on surfaces. All this will effect the aim and accuracy of the shot. Generally, a springer must be held with a relaxed grip and if mounted on a surface a soft surface like a bean bag etc. The bi-pod will give the springer a hard suface to rest on and thus change the shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurcherboy Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 I use a pre charged and love the Harris to bits :blink: LB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean c Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 i use a harris bipod on my air rifles and would not be with out mine now. its so much easyer when lying prone or zeroing in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clone Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 If you use a springer then i will give you one piece of advise that i was given when i started to shoot which improved my aim When you take your shot keep looking down the scope untill the pellet has hit the intended target, my biggest floor was that i took the shot then started to move the rifle straight away - since i changed my style my aim became more accurate - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naddan28 Posted January 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 If you use a springer then i will give you one piece of advise that i was given when i started to shoot which improved my aim When you take your shot keep looking down the scope untill the pellet has hit the intended target, my biggest floor was that i took the shot then started to move the rifle straight away - since i changed my style my aim became more accurate - Oh, ok I did not realise this, I do exactly what you used to do! I will try your tip as soon as possible, probably sunday morning actually :blink:. Thanks guys for everyone's respone and in relation to axe i might find a bean bag or something as a rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAKEBITE Posted January 6, 2007 Report Share Posted January 6, 2007 When you take your shot keep looking down the scope untill the pellet has hit the intended target, I believe that is what is known as "follow through". I had to ask when I first heard the expession. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerico Posted January 6, 2007 Report Share Posted January 6, 2007 I use a Harris, It's not just handy when shooting but also when you need to put the rifle down when it's wet and muddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAKEBITE Posted January 6, 2007 Report Share Posted January 6, 2007 I use a Harris, It's not just handy when shooting but also when you need to put the rifle down when it's wet and muddy. I have a clip on plastic pod just for that purpose! It slips in my pocket and I use it when I do not have the prope pods fitted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theskyfox Posted January 6, 2007 Report Share Posted January 6, 2007 Yup I use a harris on my Enigma, and none on the Hw95. Take a look at the pic in my sig to see a close up... -Andrew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I've never really figured out what the point of a bipod is! I've never had one, and certainly wouldn't put one on a springer! There's been a lot of good advice on this thread already, so not a lot to add really. You have a good gun, so the answer is just practice. I very rarely take a free standing shot if I've got the choice. If you lean your leading arm against something (fence post, tree etc) then you will steady yourself up a lot. Don't ever rest the gun directly on something hard, it throws the pellets everywhere with a springer. You really need to give a fairly relaxed and gentle grip, you will find it easier to stay steady if you're not tense. I used to put my fist on top of things (in the position you'd be in if you were stabbing a knife into the top of what you're resting on) and rest the gun on that. It's soft enough to let the gun recoil without bouncing around. Practice your shooting before taking on live quarry. I expect to get a sub inch group at 40m, which is my maximum hunting range. Whatever range you can get an inch group consistently is yours If you have a good sized garden, get one of these http://www.nockover-targets.co.uk/cordless...ter_rabbit.html I have one and it's great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vulcha Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I use a pre charged and love the Harris to bits LB Still can't hit anything though I gots me a 13-23 inch 'pod on my hornet. Its a great piece of equipment for long range shots and hide shooting. Get one, and do it now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNAKEBITE Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I've never really figured out what the point of a bipod is! Try laying up in front of a warren for 1/2 qn hour without moving, then when the rabits come out try bringing the gun to bear on the target without spoking them! That's when you quickly work out the point of a 'pod. With a pod it is already on target and movement is kept to a minimum, more shots and more in the bag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerico Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I've never really figured out what the point of a bipod is! Try laying up in front of a warren for 1/2 qn hour without moving, then when the rabits come out try bringing the gun to bear on the target without spoking them! That's when you quickly work out the point of a 'pod. With a pod it is already on target and movement is kept to a minimum, more shots and more in the bag In a foot of grass while trying to pull ya pants out ya *** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I suppose if your rabbits are really spooky you could have a point. I usually just move slowly, and haven't scared many yet. I have done most of my airgunning with a springer until recently, maybe I've just learned to manage without one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naddan28 Posted January 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 I suppose if your rabbits are really spooky you could have a point. I usually just move slowly, and haven't scared many yet. I have done most of my airgunning with a springer until recently, maybe I've just learned to manage without one Do you believe having started on a springer it has made you a more acomplised shot? I heard somewhere that it is best to start on a springer as it teaches the correct technique espically if you wish to progress on to rimmies and CF's? Although this may be all wrong its just that what i was led to believe due to the recoil etc of a springer it was best to learn on a springer then transfer the skills to a pcp or rf/cf/hmr? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 7, 2007 Report Share Posted January 7, 2007 If you learn with a springer, you have more chance with the others. If you learn with a PCP and then try to shoot a springer, you'll have a nasty shock! You're going about things the right way. You've got a good gun, and a place to practice with it. You'll be hitting those bunnies soon enough. The hard part is fieldcraft, hitting them when they're in range is easy! Have you had time to walk your permission yet, or has it been raining your way too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naddan28 Posted January 8, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 If you learn with a springer, you have more chance with the others. If you learn with a PCP and then try to shoot a springer, you'll have a nasty shock! You're going about things the right way. You've got a good gun, and a place to practice with it. You'll be hitting those bunnies soon enough. The hard part is fieldcraft, hitting them when they're in range is easy! Have you had time to walk your permission yet, or has it been raining your way too? I have been taken round in the landy by the farmer and shown where the areas are with the rabbits but not walked it as such myself. I asked whether he had a warren on the land and he didnt really say no or yes but said that the rabbits are easier taken at night, while walking/driving we did not see a single one either. He showed me the rat runs and holes in the pheasant cover but I will have to wait until spring when they cut it down, he has informed me its the best ratting i will ever have! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 8, 2007 Report Share Posted January 8, 2007 "I asked whether he had a warren on the land and he didnt really say no or yes" Anywhere a rabbit digs in could be regarded as a warren. Sometimes they go out into the field and cover large areas, but usually they are under the hedges all around the place. Don't go searching for a large group of them, just work your way along the hedgerows and take them whenever you see them. On your first walk, look for piles of fresh droppings and newly dug earth. Even if you don't see one when you're there, that's probably where they will be after you've gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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