Channel news and a plinking session with my new Weihrauch HW77K air rifle. Archery channels to check out -: @anthonyforfare7223 @davesheppard8797 @joedaniels4646
Many thanks for my shout-out Steve. I have had my comments removed many times too, especially when I'm replying to Anthony. I say the same "Good shooting" etc. I heard there was some technical issues. I've had replies not show up when I've replied to a nature channel leaving extremely polite comments. Further to my info about the Prosport, it's virtually recoiless and is quiet because it has a silenced barrel. The barrel is quite thick as it is shrouded, making it look like a "live shot rifle". Please don't get me wrong, that rifle of yours is a stunner and has a stellar reputation. When you get to the level of quality with these rifles, a lot of it comes down to personal choice. We seem to be a nice little group now!! You, myself, Scott and Anthony. Brought together by the love of a bit of stick and string. And to me, you three are great guys, always helpful and supportive!! Best wishes, Dave.
I’ve been looking at reviews of the prosport and it’s a very impressive rifle, I particularly like the way the cocking lever is seated under the stock, that said, I’m not a huge fan of the overall shape of the stock, but that’s just personal preference, though I may well end up with one at some point. I’m going to order a tbt tuning kit for the HW, if the reviews are accurate it will improve what’s already an extremely good rifle, I absolutely love the out of the box performance of the 77, I just need to find its favourite flavour of pellets to get the best out of it, then I’ll be the weak link lol. We do seem to have turned into a family within a family, the power of social media is something to behold, despite its ability to annoy at times, especially when the algorithm goes into meltdown, I don’t help when I poke it with a stick, as was the case with my last video, but I’ve always had a bit of a rebellious streak 😁
@westhighlandtraditionalarcher Your last video was spot on mate!! Everything is going to shit!! And woe betide anyone who deviates from the now politically correct bollocks we are getting fed......and are having to live with. Dave.
@westhighlandtraditionalarcher Yep!! I would never wish my Father dead........but I'm glad he's not around to see the state of the country that he fought for, for 6 years in WWII.
I agree with your sentiments regarding this platform, and therefore understand the disengagement. I have persisted as a watcher only, however, because it is how I maintain a connection with other free-thinking individuals across all boundaries. I will cling to the hope that persistence and patience will overcome the machinations of manipulation found here and, I hope others, such as yourself, will do the same in order to achieve change. Best wishes to you, in all things!
Thank you for your understanding, it’s extremely irritating being targeted by the thought police, but occasional whinges aside, I refuse to give them the satisfaction of silencing me, I’ll still be here producing content, all be it at a reduced rate at the minute (motivational slump), and I’ll still have the occasional anti establishment rant, at least until the crazy period we currently find ourselves in passes and some semblance of normality returns. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, all the very best, Steve.
So glad to see you out and about, Steve! Your shout-out caught me by suprise and was much appreciated! The change up with the air rifle was enjoyable, as I'm a air gun enthusiast myself. I own both pcp and springers, but enjoy the the latter, the most. I like old school thi king and doing. I enjoy your archery vids. I also like the fact that, the archery bows and equipment, your using, are accessible and affordable, for any working man or woman. I am glad to see your back and improved health! I became worried, because I knew you were ill with pneumonia. Dave and I stay in contact, as I expressed my fears to him. No, I do not have my own channel, mabey I should? I am your friend, here in the USA! SCOTT
Thank you Scott, that’s very much appreciated, to be honest I didn’t think anyone would notice I’d gone quiet. You’re a man after my own heart, old school is very much my thing, even my wife calls me retro, but I don’t much care for the modern world if I’m brutally honest, I miss the good old days. The traditional archery shoots/rendezvous you have coming up sound great, I’d love to get involved in something like that, an event that brings likeminded people together, wandering around the woods with a bow is great, but it’s not the same as being out shooting with friends. You should definitely consider putting some videos together, I’m sure they’d get lots of interest. All the best, your friend Steve
Hi Steve, I have 3 rifles now, and I did have 4. I have a .177 walnut Prosport, a TX200 .177 and a Walther LGV. I also had a .22 Prosport but passed it on to my mate. I have always been told that the Prosport is the finest springer on the market and after watching many comparison videos, I bought two. This was about 10 years ago though. I quite like Air-Arms pellets. I didn't find JSB's that accurate either. I used to have a HW80k. I still have my HW45 pistol too. Glad you are feeling better and I gave you a get well soon shout-out on my video this morning. Take care, Dave.
I haven’t looked at the prosports but I did consider a TX200, what settled it for me was the stock, I prefer the look of the 77 stock, but that’s just a personal preference, and the rave reviews it gets across the board, it’s a dream to shoot, but I definitely need to find it’s preferred pellets, the JSBs aren’t making for tight groups. Thank you for the ‘get well soon’, I’ll have to catch up on all the videos I’ve neglected to watch, I’ve spent virtually no time on RU-vid recently, so there’s quite a backlog. All the best, Steve
@westhighlandtraditionalarcher I'm just glad you're up and about again Steve. Yes, the TX200 is a great rifle but the Prosport is exceptionally good. I can get 10 shots in a penny size dot from 55yards. That's using Air-Arms field pellets. Take care, Dave.
Absolutely stunning rifle 🤩👍 Glad you’re recovering ❤️🩹 and in having some nice weather to enjoy 😊 Wondering if that rifle has the capability of adding a rifle sling to make your walk more enjoyable? I appreciate the shout out and yes it’s pronounced ,4 fair! So you were correct ✅ Glad to see you posting this video and hopefully you’ll be doing more with that gorgeous rifle! I enjoy your work and sense of humor 😂🤣 I’ll be praying for you and your good health! 🙏 God Bless you and your family 🙏😇🏴❤️🇬🇧❤️🇺🇸
I’m back to full health now, I probably wouldn’t pass a vehicle inspection but hey, I feel good 🤣 There’s a barrel mounted sling swivel available for the rifle, but I can’t find a single website that has one in stock to fit the HW, they’re all showing as out of stock or temporarily unavailable, so I’ll just have to battle it out for now, but I do need the exercise after a month of inactivity 🤣🤣 The rifle will definitely be featuring more on the channel, I’ve rediscovered my passion for air rifles, it’ll be a good switch up when my shoulder makes drawing the bow difficult 😁 All the best my friend, god bless 🙏 P.S now I’ve got to go and catch up on all the videos I’ve missed whilst I’ve been giving RU-vid a wide berth, it could take a while 😳
I'll tell you what else are fun Steve...... pistol crossbows. I bought a Redridge 80# pull one, self cocking and mega powerful!! They have a lever at the back that you just pull down and it cocks the bow. I have two full size crossbows, but they are 150# pull and mega hard to cock!! You get one shot then have to struggle to cock the bloody thing again. This is one reason why I love my longbows. I can shoot quickly, with no fuss. The pistol crossbows are well worth looking at and cost a mere £80. It also comes with a red/green illuminated site. Dave.
Incredible how much hassle for a license you have. Weihrauch is nice especially after they've been used a while. Right out of the box they're not at their best yet. I got a hw98, hw97, hw45 and hw30. They're my favourites. A little worn hw30 might be the most fun to shoot. Glad to see others are enjoying their's as well.
Weihrauch definitely know how to make quality rifles, the more time I spend behind the 77 the more I love it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, all the very best, Steve
I've got one exactly the same as you (I have 8 springers) few tips for this gun, even with a brand new gun clean the barrel before use, don't buy a silencer they're useless. Best pellets for accuracy I've found are the lightest JSB Exacts 7.33 gn, Exacts in 8.44 gn but in 4.51 not the more common 4.52 and H&N Field target trophy, Superdomes agreed are fairly good and cheap. Great gun but my God it's heavy, not really a hunting gun if you want a fantastic light gun at a good price try a Cometa, you'll be surprised. Oh yes and every so often check the tightness of all your screws, agree with you totally about YT, free speech is dying my old son, what a lovely Collie. You might suit a tripod if you're target shooting, or a bag to rest on.
Great tips, thank you 😊 I have a weekly maintenance regime of taking the action out a the stock to clean and wipe over with gun oil, along with a barrel clean and checking everything’s tight, I’ve adopted this approach because of where I shoot, and the frequency, so there will be little chance of loose stock screws affecting accuracy. I’ll have a look at the pellets you’ve recommended, I’m now getting very good groups with the superdomes, they seem to really suit my barrel, but that’s not to say there isn’t better available. I agree completely re the weight of the 77K, it would be a real handful in a hunting setup, but for my purposes it’s absolutely fine, infact it was a joy to use in the video I made after this one, and extremely accurate. I’m currently looking at a HW100KT laminate, I’ve hesitated so far as I’m still trying to justify such a large outlay as a non competitive marksman, especially as it will require the addition of a compressor for filling, but the likelihood is that it will be my next purchase regardless. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, it’s very much appreciated, all the very best, Steve
@@westhighlandtraditionalarcher Yes if it's out in rain wipe it dry then use an oily rag (I use 3 in 1) to wipe it over. Depending on where you keep it beware of condensation in the bag, keep the zip cracked. I gave up pcp's because I found them utterly boring, but the HW 100 is a good choice. However you are into really serious money if you need a compressor as you know. Buying used is an obvious solution, but can either be fraught with problems or the best bargain ever. What I would say is that pcp's are not as robust as springers or gas rams. Seals go, loading mechanisms jam and lots of other things. For most of us not a problem, but where you live a different matter. If you have permission on some land ask if you can build a semi permanent shoot. That way you can just turn up and shoot at known distances. Consider buying a different second hand springer with a sight. Then when you're convinced this hobby is for you invest further.
