Pin front sight. first 8 or 10 pumps max? I dont even recommend scoping a multi-pump. Good news is Im hitting 1 and 1/2 groups now. Well, my question is what are the subtle differences between the 392 (.22 cal) and the (.20)Blue Streak. its also a no go in the classifieds. As it has multi-pump action, shooting practice and plinking is easier with this. Comes as complete outfit with a built-in sound moderator, 3-9x40 AO scope and sling swivels. Or should I try out the Crosman 800x? Word verification is software provided by Blogger. It was missing the trigger and a gentleman in INdiana replaced it. I agree Crosman wadcutters are not doing well for you. Buy one or more of these guns. 1. Unfortunately this left a very thin two inch scratch in the barrel, which is not nearly as noticeable as the hideous serial number dotted into the other side. Is this dropping air pressure normal or is my rifle defective? thanks! I would like to give out a Salute ( remember Hee_Haw?!?!? Poor womans 411!! I have the resources available and I have a limited understanding of how I could accomplish this feat. You can use this gun for target shooting, plinking, pest control, and small-game hunting. Thomas. I purchased another one and must admit that it brings me back to my youth. Raden1942 Jul 18, 2021 Jump to latest Follow Reply Raden1942 Member Feb 15, 2018 1,757 51 California, United States Jul 18, 2021 #1 Hey guys I just held the 392 with synthetic stock and I hated it. I got the vertical sighting on target but having a problem adjusting the lateral screws; Im having trouble centering aim from the left to center. I am going to keep the 397 but if there is a reasonable $200 price range single cock with scope or fiber optic sight that would get the job done I would appreciate the advice?RR. They are pure lead and will not harm your barrel. Ive had the best results using crosman ammo. What do you mean by the crack about the German guns? Believe it or not, it is easier to hit a 3-inch target than to group in three inches. Shoots most pellets great. And you must hunt in season with a license. And Ron Elbes book gets more specific. Yes Pyramyd Air is a good dealer to deal with thats what made them the largest internet dealer in the world and the largest airgun dealer in the U.S. As for the particulars of shipping, read their literature. Thanks BB, you have been very helpful. However Im a bit confused. I taught her how to use it and she killed at least 11, including five in a row that were just sunning themselves on our steps. Barrels and calibers change in 5-10 minutes. So many ideas!!!!!!!! Ill keep an eye out for the Blue Book of Airguns 5th Edition. But I keep lingering over the spring pistons. Let us help! Air Rifles PCP Automatic Big Bore .30/.303 Caliber 9mm/.357 Caliber .45 Caliber .50 Caliber Repeating Single Shot Semi-Auto Ambi & Left Hand Ambidextrous Left Hand Arrow / Pellet Automatic CO2 PCP Air Soft Beginners Blow Back Caliber .177 Caliber CO2 Gas Piston Break Barrel I would only really use the 8.5g ones for hunting once in awhile because of their increased veloicity and penetration. This gun has a lot of potential to become your favorite gun for hours of fun with target shooting. thanks for the replies. It can shoot lead pellets up to 685 fps and alloys up to 800 fps. The price for the Benjamin 392 multi-pump air gun is about $150. Merry Christmas. But does it have the same great quality as the one sold many years ago? First of all, I have been using .22 Crosman Wadcutters. The dot sight ia not faulty, the mount is slanted down. Im saving the bulldogs and pointeds for the sand bags!!! The solution for this is to drill the holes larger and tap them with larger threads. Moreover, hardwood can be refinished easily at any time so it has a very long lifespan. If the accuracy is as respectable as my Gamo Shadow 1000, thats fine. Thanks. Have you heard of a custom Talon SS that is supposed to be coming out that is super quiet? The Webley or RWS 34 would probably have been too powerfull for the backyard. I read you own the .20 cal and a .22 cal of something pricier? I would get the Benjamin, if I were you. This is one great gun built to. All three guns are more powerful than the 22SG, which is primarily why I am recommending them. Let us know how you're doing thanks. Are those good for hunting. First, it handles a scope better and it sounds to me like you have your heart set on a scope. Hard Air Magazine covers the whole airgun community and provides visitors with a constantly changing variety of news and airgun test reviews. I intend to purchase a new Benjamin Sheridan Model 392 for my upcoming birthday and to equip it with the Bug Buster 2 scope and mounts. But after another round with the cans, I turn them on their side and aim to the bottom of each can, and guess what?!?! The RWS Diana 34 is hardly a small rifle. I like the 4X32 mini AO Bug Buster and the BSA Huntsman 3X12 X50. If you are not a fan of plastic guns then this is definitely a great choice for you. BB, I have done some more research and see that I can buy an aluminum dive tank for around $200.00. now there is no pressure in the pump, i tried to unistall it but i dont have a owners manual , if somebody has one please let me now my e mail is ivanier@hotmail.com thanks, First off, this is a suggestion, i would wait for bbs advice, Ive only had my benjamin for a few weeks , ok, bb has suggested (to people with problems with their pump) two people who fix benjamin/sheridan rifles, they are George Pena and Rick Willnecker. If the blog doesn't come up, just click on "blog" on the Pyramydair website at the top of the screen. Money is not an issue. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); Ethan Smith is a seasoned marine veteran, professional blogger, witty and edgy writer, and an avid hunter. I get tickled getting 1 groups from 25 yards. It would have been nice if it had fiber optic sights. Take care. Having said that, its best to ask Pyramyd Air when you place your order. the last bb gun i had (crosman 760, i think) got about 5 inch groups at 20 feet (with a scope), while the benjamin got four pellets in the same hole at about 25 feet(with open sights, luck, mostly)!! its http://www.myspace.com/airgunsniperthanks bb. Of course, these could all be flukes and these pellets could be very innacurrate. Having just tested it, I found the Air Venturi mount to be stronger than any other. What you really need is a Talon SS. A Gamo Shadow would be as good as a 392, but they were recently recalled by Gamo. If you mount the scope with short eye relief, the pellet loading action becomes the pain because the scope gets in the way while you do it. BB, i want this gun but i dont know if i should get it is this gun have accuracy and will it take down a squirel for instance with out causing 2 much pain thanks. I was thinking that if I wanted to lower the elevation, wouldnt I just have to apply a similar pressure on the sight?, seeing as it has that same pressure otherwise. Would you give me a description of barrel dwell in regards to heavier pellets? I am not into the historic aspects of it, just function. That means they should be very good. Multi-pumps with scopes are VERY sensitive to handling. I like it and will care for it so it will hold its value and maybe increase. Hey B.B. Now that when I pump.. it just glides thru very smoothly and does not generate air. It has an angle bracket that screws into two screws to the side of the receiver of the 392/397, A standard Williams Peep sight with dove tail mounting will not easily adapt to the 392/397. It is .22 cal pump rifle. The 392 should hold a charge for hours, though it is not recommended to do that. Online Accessisbility | Your rifle ALWAYS diesels. Is circular better than square? maybe maybe maybe maybe. George is at heligun1@msn.com or 512-863-2951. At five pumps they tumble inside and flatten side-ways without exiting (all at 15 yards). Reply #2 on: November 06, 2009, 12:54:19 AM . One look at the IZH 61 you suggested and I got two words ( more or less?!? Pelletier said Its a Benjamin, not a Benjamin Franklin. If not, do that by following the description in this report: /blog/2008/09/what-to-oil-part-1-a-guide-to-sealing-pneumatics-and-co2-guns/. Its a Crosman Intermount! I chose this gun because: 1) I like the lack of recoil that a pneumatic provides, 2) I like the fact that a multi-pump gun allows me to adjust the amount of power used, 3) The .22 cal packs a heck of a punch, 4) The materials used (steel, brass, hardwoodno plastic) and a tried-and-true design combine to make a great gun at an affordable price. Benjamin Airguns- Model 392 Bolt Action .22 Pump Air Rifle. the closer i put my hand bracing the barrel to the front sight, the easier it is to pump. Copyright 2019 - Air Gun Maniac, Best Air Rifle Reviews & Buying Guides Air Gun Maniac, Best Air Rifles Under $200 Top 5 budget guns for, Synthetic vs Wood Stock: The Final Showdown Between Brunette And Blonde, Best Air Rifles for Pest Control Top 10 effective guns, The Bunny Buster: Best Air Rifle For Rabbits (Reviews and Buying, Best .22 Air Rifles Top 10 fantastic guns for the. Therefore, having a brass barrel is a huge advantage that can make your gun last for years. The Benjamin 392 is a bit hard to pump, it needs better coating on the barrel, and the iron sights are useless, but otherwise this is one of the finer rifles I have had the pleasure of owning. Perhaps more importantly on, on the subject of pellet selection, how would you rank the following pellets to be able to hit a chucks skull and penetrate when it does: gamo hunter, gamo masterpoint, crosman premier, JSB exact express, JSB exact jumbo, B&S Diablo, Beeman Kodiak? It can take down a larger prey easily. First try oiling the seals and remember to always store the gun with a pump of air in it. I did purchase and install the peep sight, but removed it to work with the open sights first. If I were smart, Id toss them into the lead pot the next time I cast bullets. If so, the peep needs a higher front sight to compensate. What pellets should I get? Can anyone help me out with names of stores (in Minnesota) that sell the IZH 61 and the Benjamin 392? I promise. But since my 397 has very special nostagic meaning to me, Ill be ordering another venturi mount asap. I know what Pellgunoil is. The Benjamin 392 (along with the Benjamin 397) is the except to this rule though. The 392 model in the .22 caliber is capable of sending a traditional lead pellet at 685 fps (alloys around 800fps) and is rated at an impressive 14.9 FPE . Does the Williams Sight improve accuracy much better then stock? Im afraid to use a bore brush. I have come across my father-in-laws Benjamin Franklin H 39666. Either of these two guys is perfect for your needs. It goes way beyond airguns. crosman premiers? ), if any. Therefore, I suggest that if you buy this gun as a gift, you should consider the receivers strength to see if he can do it without much effort. the rear sight has broken off. These birds are a little large for a 392, though it can do the job in a pinch. Only thing it needs is the Williams peep sight, Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2022. If I buy a new synthetic, does anyone . I really like my Benjamin 397, but I need better sights. Im confident that a shot to the head on rabbits with a .177 caliber pellet rifle will kill them. But the listing I found with the lowest price is even cheaper than the price on the manufacturers site or the prices on other e-commercial sites like PyramydAir, Walmart, AirgunDepot. I would limit shots on woodchucks to 30 yards with a factory gun. I dont know guns, but had asked for advice for lowest cost solution to use for ridding ~10 rabbits from front yard at 15-25 yards, with neighbors ~75 yards away. Its the bomb . im still trying to get a benjamin 392, ive checked almost all pawn shops around 30 miles from my house, my parents wont drive me to any gun shows, and they wont put any credit card numbers on the internet for fear that someone will hack it and take their money. Thanks again. Ive got neighbors about 40 yards on either side of me, and they dont seem to mind the sound of my Quest 1000. What more can I tell you? The pins are too small and they loosen up from use. For more on the differences between .177 & .22 and which jobs they do best, see this post. Cool idea huh??? So the crosman isnt even a candidate? DISCONTINUED! The reason I cant tell is I dont know where the knob was set when you started. One spot was the balance point, the second was on the edge of the pump lever (my hand was completely on the lever). . Yes, the forearm goes all the way up with every pump stroke. Call Pyramyd Air and ask Boris if he has a kit for you. Just read through your blog after the 397 was recommended by a store. Which do you think would be more accurate, Beemans or Crosmans or JSBs? It says in the owners manuel that you should use crosman Pellgunoil. It still looks great and I think it is time to fire it again after sitting in the closet for 18 years. It installs easily and just about doubles the precision of your aim. BB, I finally recieved my 392, and am kinda displeased with it. I believ he does. They dont seem to be made for that, do they? Thanks, Thomas. I mounted the installed the bsquare system and mounted my 3-932 leapers scope to it. Its a Benjamin, not a Benjamin Franklin. Both are sighted in at 20 yards with Beeman silver-bears. If anyone knows where to get one please email me @ derrickhand72@aol.com thanks (Jeremy). How do I get your detailed instructions for removing the rear sight from my 397? Thanks B.B. Stamped metal parts on the unit were left with rough edges as well. i got it back in the early 80s.As a kid i have killed more animals with it then you can imagine,My favorite pellet was the promethus bullet,it was a lite pellet at the time they were black. also he gave me sheridan cylindrical pellets, but i was thinking about getting diablos for better accuracy, any comment on this idea? p.s. Some time will elapse before the next window opens, showing all your finds. Now Im using a Remington airmaster 77 with a Bushnell 6-1850 scope. i dont want to ruin my gun. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator. Having never seen a hardwood pellet gun, and with the looks of it I have to have one. Shoot them off the rail (still get a kick out of it)and study the pattern of impact on each can; high, low, left, or right etc. Its right in the manual and pretty clear. It is also not very powerful, but it has a wonderful heritage behind it. i aslo wanted to know where to oil my gun. Thanks Ill try your advice. You cock the mainspring with the sidelever. Thanks ill just enjoy the gun and face the bad times when they come. Its practically the same rifle. They were the only .22 pellets in my town other than some horribly old and deformed daisy wadcutters in a Fleet Supply store. Fits Benjamin 397/392 and Sheridan multi-pump rifles Easily slips on the receiver, spanning the pellet-loading area 2-piece intermount mounts on receiver & included Picatinny rail attaches to the intermount Includes 2-piece aluminum intermount, 2 steel screws and Picatinny rail Additional Details Small Business so low that the front sight is just below the slot in the rear site. Thanks again, Thomas, /blog/2005/11/is-your-airgun-barrel-really-clean/. The entire top of the gun is one long rail, so yes, just get rings with 11mm clamps on their bases. LOLs. I used my plastic-head hammer to tap the rear sight toward the breech and it slipped off. I know this rifle could do better, but I need a better pellet, and maybe a closer target! Some pneumatics require cocking before pumping. Thanks bb. Who knows, maybe the Benjamin will encourage her to get us a Webley that with us when we sail to some of the islands in the Puget Sound. Depending on your answer I will decide to buy the Talon SS or go back to a CO2 model. Your old gun is probably worth about the $50 credit Crosman offers, but spending some more getting it fixed up would probably be a good idea. Also I have been reading that you should use B-Square AA adjustable ultra high rings with the big objective, high power scopes like the 4 X 16. Ive read around a bit since I posted that last question, and read that after around 50-100 shots, it becomes a good rifle. I guess I was thinking backwards in regards to the scope tilt. If you just want to have fun, the IZH Baikal 61 cannot be beat. I am buying 2 tins of Beeman Kodiaks, 1 box of JSBs and another box of Crosman Premier Domed pellets. Ive got one on order right now from PyramydAir. Trying to find a repair or restoration parts for a 1960s Benjamin Franklin pellet rifle 177cal. Could you suggest any repair shops in the vicinity of Oklahoma for these repairs? Do you think the 392 is an overall more accurate gun than the powerline 1000? Just make sure the LE model has the flat area on the right side of the action with two screw holes to accommodate a peep sight. Do you have these problems? Fiction Writing. The 392 is the .22 caliber version of the gun, while the 397 is the .177. Alternatively you can skip that and go right to it by typin in this site /manual/benjamin-sheridan. This blog is nearly 4 years old and there are almost 800 individual posts like this one. Thats fine, because the power level dictates that this rifle should be used by someone who can exercise great responsibility. would i be able to shoot it out? I tried shooting with a firm and loose grip in three different spots. I dont believe in scopes on multi-pump pneumatics. thanks for the help bb, i really apreciate your knowledge and understanding. That threww up a red flag to me. Pull the handle down to lock the gun and you are ready to shoot in a few seconds. Have you ever wondered how many types of air rifles are out there? Insects are fine, though. I cant wait to get the premiers to see if they do better than the daisys (what do u think of the daisys?). Any ideas where I might turn to? Anyway, my wife got tired of the crows eating to their hearts content in our cherry tree, and said it was time to get an air rifle. How to make a great gun even better? Not very powerful, but a true delight to shoot. The Blue Streak does seem to have a slightly more stremlined look. PyramydAir.com uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. I wish Crosman would use a hex head type screws on the bolt adjustment plate. At the end of the pump slot, the pump piston head can just be seen. I pulled it out and went to sight it in and my first five shots were all really tight, it is a little bit of a bear to get the last 2 pumps especially since I have been ussing my springers so long but I have found that for just plinking aroung 5 to 6 punps have been plenty. I want need the light gathering 50mm objective of the BSA so I guess its between the bug buster and the 3X9 leapers. Isnt it great how a simple thing like an old pellet gun can bring back memories of a wonderful time? If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Would I be able to keep the Talon charged? Pyramyd also shows that this mount is for the Benjamin rifles. Yes your groups will improve. In fact, that is the LEADING contributor to scope shift!. In conclusion, 8 pumps while holding the slope in a firm or loose grip seems to be my best bet and I will keep practicing, constantly changing and testing out new ways. The Benjamin Models 397 and the 392 have roots dating back to 1949. The model I'm testing for you today is the first variation. By single cock I assume you mean a spring gun. Offhand, I seem to recall you could get .177s in the 14-15 gr category. My current gun of choice is the CF-X (.177) with Kodiak EHs (10.6gr). More on that later, Thomas. i plan on buying this rifle and dont know what to get for it. At least thats what I have heard. A brass barrel can be ruined by cleaning, or last more than a hundred years by just shooting lead pellets. Ill try some more stuff. Is there any way to adjust the rear sight lower if the screw on the rear sight is all the way out? I know which ones I want, now. no one else well be down there and i have safety glasses. So my question to you is, what is a springer thats good for accuracy in this price range? There are a couple of different listings on online retailed websites with different prices What about a Crosman 140 or 1400? The rep. Alabama!! I have seen one site claiming they have been discontinued. I was wondering what your recomendations would be on what cal to get either the .177 or the .22 I am trying to get rid of a couple blackbirds near my house. craigslist.com has no towns in the area that my parents will drive to, and garage sales are also bereft of bb guns of any kind. They dont seem to work well in any airgun. Its been raining frequently and there has been very gusty wind so i havent been able to shoot for a couple days. Ill try today again maybe, and see what else I can find out. [url]http://www.mac1airgun.com/steriodags.html[/url]. 1. Is there a way to find out the year it was made? Well, it's official: three Benjamin air pistols - the EB22, the HB22, and the HB17 - have been "obsoleted" according to a Crosman Corporation . Loosely holding the slope got me 3 and 14/16 inches as my best (average of 4 and 2/16 inches). If you do it yourself you learn more about yourself and the gun you are using. If you need assistance, contact our technicians at 888-262-4867, ext. Can we take this conversation to the current page? The seams are not buffed and abrade your hand a bit at the grip, and the butt edges are sharp. Thank you very much, BB, your blog has been extremely helpful. Lets look at the latest rendition in a line of air rifles that had their beginnings more than 60 years ago. I have a problem with my benjamin multi pump. I cant tell how far 900 degrees south (down?) At eight pumps they go straight through with the same size hole coming out as went in. Help me to make the right choice because compared with your knowledge of this product Im relatively clueless. Monte Carlo stock has lots of advantages including: The Benjamin 392 uses a .22 pellet as its only ammo. I was told the barrels of the Benjamin 312 were made of Bronze, as they were harder than brass w/ same anti-corrosion properties. Classic pistols that have been discontinued. so i took the gun out for some shooting. Yes this gun will make a pop. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. Would anyone that owns a Benjamin 392 happen to know the part no. Then switch to tapping the rear two clips in a similar fashion, so it looks like pictures #4, #5, and #6. Too, I have some old Benjamin Franklins one will hold air but the pump level pops down and the other makes a hiss after you pump it and will not hold air. It's a reasonable price if you consider that all parts of this gun are made of genuine hardwood and metal. Thanks. Any recommendations. Those pellets with polymer tips are not as accurate as the pellets I keeps mentioning the JSB Exact domed and the Beeman Kodiak. I hope that answeres your question. If there is no significant difference in accuracy is there anything else I should consider (target knockdown power, etc) when making this choice? Ive never sighted one of these in at less than 20 yards. How difficult would it be to pump the full 3000 pSI into the Talon and how long would it take? The benjamin does not apear to be well suited for a scope. The looks of both guns are very similar, but this model has more to offer. Its more of a sealant. With a good hit, your rifle is more than enouigh. My pick is the 392 because .22 caliber is a preferred hunting caliber. Mopst Beeman pellets are made by H&N a fine German pellet maker. Seems to have the most direct and best info. Well, I figured that I was rusty and the gun maybe needed to be warmed up. Im getting sub 1 inch groups in the center of the bulls eye at 20 yards at 8 pumps with a peep sight using gamo hunters. The flat heads mar too easy even with the correct driver. No worries though, Ill just keep looking. Thats without sandbags and benches of course,so it could have been simply dumn-luck Think Id better get one of those pellet stick things I saw in the accesories directory on PA. or at least try. Thats with a 392. A 392/397 should be okay pumped up all the way for a day. Happy hunting.-Robert. bb,to kill a raccoon should i use a heavy pellet and a head shot for an efficient and humane kill, or a predator pellet for penetration? Thanks for any insight you can provide. Id like to reseal the gun myself, as Im relativley mechanically inclined, but I dont know where to buy the parts, any ideas? You are getting about 600 f.p.s. I am hoping that I get great results with these pellets and I hope to find the best to use with my air rifle out of these 3. Your valve has dired out from the gun being stored without air in it and this should fix it. I would look for a good inexpensive airgun scope rather than use a .22 scope. Its accurate and inexpensive. My testing has a lot of flaws, too. A rifled barrel makes abullet spin. Most of the positions I held the rifle in had at least one good or semi-good quality to it, and most had an almost random seeming scatter of pellets. This gun is a great choice. thank you. Anyways, My range is fairly simple. Can you recommend any particular blog on the 3/8 inch dovetail rail mount installation? Yes, the power is lower and, yes, it varies with temperature. Guns besides Gamo and RWS. Im not the best shot on the planet yet I can hit a target two-three inches in diameter (about the size of the kill zone on a chuck)without much of a problem at a about 45-50 yards with my 392 using a peep firing prone with a rest. If the Talon is accurate and I could buy a small air compresor or something like that It sounds like the one I need. Daisy wadcutters arent the best pellets. And speaking of pellets, which do u think work best in this rifle? So,do u think I should just stick with my 392, and try to get used to it? I cant say enough about this rifle. It doesnt rust when exposed to the condensation from every shot, and it can be made smoother than a steel barrel. They are the same as Crosman Premiers and will work well in your gun. it justs pumps very smoothly and does not compress air. Lightweight at 5.5-pounds for easy carrying afield. This decision was not easily made. Crosman bought both companies years ago and the two rifles have slowly morphed together into essentially the same gun. Im surprised you havent found the American Airguns classified ads yet. Hey BBI bought a daisy powerline 1000 with a scope earlier this summer and Ive had a lot of accuracy problems. Why We Like The Benjamin 392. Whatever pellet you choose has to be accurate. I have several center fire scopes lying around that I dont have a home for; 3 X 9s and one 4 x 16 weaver with an AO that focuses down to less than 10 yards. New Daisy Model 599 3P Sporter Rifle Available, Diana XR200 Price And Availability In USA, The Big HAM Slugs Test. The newer rifles or products typically are using better materials and better designs so they would perform better. or is circular more easily drilled, and that is why factories do that? The trigger guard was thinner and blued. Last. Benjamin 392 Pumper Efficiency Mods - YouTube 0:00 / 22:33 Benjamin 392 Pumper Efficiency Mods 8,232 views May 20, 2016 107 Dislike Share Save Possum Living 23.9K subscribers How to shoot the. Thank u for your help. do you have to use a scope with the 392 sheridan? Which front screws do I tighten and loosen to get the aim more to the right? This time when you set the gun aside, put two pumps in it for storage. Open the pump handle and drop four drops of oil on the pump head that just becomes visible at the end of the pump slot when the pump handle is all the way open. Which ones should i try out? Since the Talon SS dosent have much recoil couldnt I use one of these scopes. I have this fairly well planned out in my own opinion, but this is just a prototype. Im going with premium domed pellets and look forward to sharing my experiences with all the neurotic airheads out there in cyber space. I exchanged the gun for another one off the shelf. For the very low price that you pay for this air rifle, it is a very well built gun. So Anyone whos reading this, dont be so quick to be shooting my way, try it out, but dont just stick to someone elses technique. i guess co2 refills could be a problem. I used to own a Blue Streak back in the early 70s, and used to hunt squirrels in San Jose, CA before the fields got covered over in silicon. I did take my old 98 model 397 to an authorized service center to be checked out. I was hoping one of the CO2 guns would work since that would be much easier for me to keep charged. A question, please. 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