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Offline Gene_SC

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For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« on: June 25, 2006, 03:06:20 PM »
Which Gamo model do you prefer to shoot small game with?

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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #1 on: June 25, 2006, 03:19:27 PM »
So far I've used my Black shadow .22 and my S1k .177 and I have to say out of the two I would choose the black shadow in a second.   Shot 2 woodchucks with the black shadow and each one were 1 shot kills, I was impressed. My S1k does a great job on starlings and pidgeons but haven't had a chance to shoot anything larger than that with it yet.  I haven't gotten a chance to hunt with my new 1250 .22 yet but I'm looking forward to that.  My choice of guns may change after I get in the woods with the 1250.  I'm still waiting for the scope I ordered for the 1250 to arrive, as soon as it does I'm gonna mount it, sight it in and get down to some serious hunting.
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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #2 on: June 25, 2006, 08:36:35 PM »
For me, it's the Shadow 1000, hands down -though I don't own one anymore, having given mine to my brother-in-law as a kind of present.

Here in California, all resident small game species may be taken by licensed hunters during open seasons with air rifles.  This includes resident game birds, such as quail and chukar partridge.  For chasing chukar and quail across the often steep and nearly always rugged country of California's High Desert environs, it is hard to imagine a more ideal rifle than the Shadow 1000.

First off, it is one of the lightest spring-piston air rifles on the market at about 6.5 lbs, sans scope and mounts.  It is no slouch in the power department, hitting 16 ft/lbs+ at 5,500' in elevation with a variety of ammo types.  This level of power in .177 translates into a trajectory that is flat enough to allow for a maximum point blank range of 50 yards, assuming a 1" kill zone.

My wife liked the one that I had so much that she insisted on getting one of her own, which we still have in our household.  Both were satisfyingly accurate.

While not pretty, the stock of the Shadow is supremely functional, with the textured surface enhanced by panels of bumps or "pimples" which provide for a sure grip in handling.

Yeah, it's a little, uh, "plasticky" compared to an "R-Series" Beeman.  But then again, so is a Glock firearm pistol.

The only downside that I have found to the Shadows is in the trigger.  The 4.25 pound pull isn't totally unmangeable in the field, but the inconsistant letoff can be disconcerting to some.  One plus of this, however, is that not knowing exactly when the sear will trip sort of forced one to follow through with the sights after the shot is loosed.....

I could go on and on.....   I like the silent and intellegently placed safety that can be engaged and disengaged without recocking.  I like the low cocking effort that feels lighter than the advertised 38 pounds compared to my R-9's that feel every bit of their 40.

While I do prefer to hunt with my .20 R-9, much of that has to do with the caliber and aesthetics, the latter of which a rabbit, quail, or chukar could care less about.

For the hunting that I do the most of, the Gamo Shadow is a good choice.  Mine served me well while I had it, and continues to take game in my brother-in-law's hands.  I expect I'll be buying another, someday.

If it came in .20, there would be no hesitation!

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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #3 on: June 26, 2006, 04:41:09 AM »
I'll be using my CFX .177 this fall when squirrel seasons opens. I have only shot a few starlings so far with it. It shoots Beeman Crow Mags pretty well out to 40 yrds. It has been lube tuned and a GTX trigger has been installed. It just keeps getting better as its breaking in. I'll also be using my   B26-2 .22. I just cut down the comb on it and refinished it. I'll post pics when I get the chance.
Guns I\'ve owned--Winchester 800x .177, Winchester 422 .177 ,  R9 Goldfinger .22, (2)-Gamo Black Shadow .22, (2) Shadow 1000, (2)- Discovery .22, Sumatra 2500 carbine .22, .25 and rifle .22, Bam B51 .22, AirArms S400 xfac .22, S410 .22 older bolt, S400 fac carbine walnut .22, S410 xfac .22 side lever..Marauder .22, Bam B30-1 .22, Bam B26-2 .22 and .177, Talon SS .22 and who knows whats next

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« Reply #4 on: June 26, 2006, 05:08:55 AM »
I have to say my Shadow 1000.  Of course, the catch is that is the only real air rifle I own right now.

It was purchased specifically for pest control but has turned dual purpose as a target shooter as well.  Being able to hit nickles at 35 yards and having chalked up 7 rabbits and 3 squirrels so far, I have no complaints.  It's a joy to shoot.
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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #5 on: November 30, 2006, 09:29:55 AM »
My BF-3 was fantastic. In the two yrs. I owned it took about 10 rabbits and lost count of the tree rats. Trigger gave up the ghost' cracked in two. Have a thread on this site looking for replacement. I think the tree rats had something to do with it. :0  Got my new Shadow sport, 1 rabbit, 4 tree rats.
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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #6 on: November 30, 2006, 03:01:06 PM »
Have you tried contacting the manufacturer? They do have an email address, but I've not had any luck getting them to answer.

Maybe you'll do better.

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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2006, 11:25:34 PM »
My CF-X has taken more game than any other gun. It's accurate and not hold sensitive which makes it the gun of choice for guests when I host a hunt. The Shadow is every thing JP said it is so no need to repeat his post and I plan to start using it more when I solo hunt (now that I dialed the scope in with the Predator pellets).
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RE: For Gamo small game hunters - Question ??
« Reply #8 on: December 02, 2006, 11:07:11 AM »
I'll give them a try, thanks for the info. ED
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