Yes, your POI will change if you remove the MB. Like Mark stated, it does aid in lessenning barrel rise/movement when fired. One thing you should take into account is that the rifle wouldn't seem front in heavy if you held the rifle with an artillery hold or just alter your normal hold a bit. Stance and posture play a key role as well. Many folks that get into air guns,...especially with back-ground in "powder-burners", try to use the same techniques they carry over with fire arms. These are two totally different shooting disciplines and what works for one doesn't always work for the other. If you prefer to remove the MB, then that's cool,....what ever works best for you,....but be very cautious not to damage the crown of that rifle without it's protective MB. Any marring or scratches on the crown, and you can kiss any kind of accuracy and consistancy goodbye! tjk
