Total Airgun reviewOctober 17, 2008 0 out of 1 found this review helpful
A well writen book by an experienced hand - more PCP FAC than 12ft.lbs springer .
Very good but could be even more informativeJuly 11, 2008 3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is packed with useful information and anyone new to airgun hunting cannot fail to learn a huge amount. I've found a couple of contradictions: ".177...can be affected by wind...A larger heavier pellet does tend to fly more true..." (p65), "...177...is lighter and flies faster...a light crosswind affects its smaller mass less." (p79). "...when targeting rats...a .177 pellet needs to go straight into the brain or heart...headshots are preferable and with the .177 calibre essential." (p149) Diagrams and a little more technical information are lacking where they would sometimes be useful, e.g. Ballistics pp62-3, is a rather confusing discussion, whereas the simple observation that hitting power (momentum) is given by pellet weight multiplied by velocity would clarify things. A numerical example of the difference between .177 and .22 could then be given to demonstrate the momentum loss in .177 (along with the info on the flatter trajectory); Woodpigeon killzones, upper chest cavity shot (p158), a diagram definitely is required (I'm still not fully sure precisely what Pete means here - "the angle has to be right" - but what is that angle?) Granted the book is not a pest control manual, but a section on how airguns can fit into the pest control spectrum would be helpful - how effective are airguns compared to poison in regard to rats? When to use which? Are they better than traps, and if so when? There is obviously a definite overlap between the use of airguns in hunting sport and their use from a purely pest control perspective, and Total Airguns would be a more complete work if there was an explicit section reflecting this overlap. Maybe this is wishful thinking on my part but it would be nice to see it all the same. But overall a very useful book to have on the bookshelf.
Outstanding!!!!!!April 22, 2008 Novice and experienced hunters would do well to read this book. In my opinion it is HIGHLY INFORMATIVE, EXTREMELY COMPREHENSIVE and a must for anyone interested in this subject. I cannot rate this book too highly.
short on factsSeptember 3, 2007 5 out of 6 found this review helpful
This was my first book on the subject and I have to say I was a bit disappointed. The author is a regular magazine contributor - and it shows. It's written in a blokey, chatty style that is rich in opinion but short on solid information. The first sections are, in fairness quite detailed and technical though information is not presented in a logical fashion. The later sections of the book are there just to add bulk - recipes and nature notes. I am sure that someone new to the sport, looking to improve their technique and learn more about the equipment could find a better source of information.
Up to Date InformationAugust 27, 2006 12 out of 14 found this review helpful
This book is essential for the serious Airgun hunter. The author is completely up to the minute with what is new in the airgun world and believe me rifles in particular have changed so much in the last few years. This gun helps you to choose the correct rifle for your needs and also the correct ammunition. I personally think that this can be very important, particularly as there are now restrictions on the power of the rifle.
There will always be the perennial debate regarding .177 or .22 and it is basically down to the individual which one you go for, or if you are a serious shooter with plenty of money you will probably go for both. For hunting I personally think .22 is the better calibre, but you can put up a good case for either.
The author gives the reader an insight into everything he needs to know about; What type of telescopic sight, when firearms certificates are required. The different type of quarry to go for and where to find them and most important of all the law regarding airgun weapons and how to stay within the law.
All in all an excellent and interesting read for anyone seriously interested in air weapons
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