Not as much as pcp or pump, but certainly a factor with NP and spring guns. Remember an NP is still a spring gun.. a spring is a mechanical device that stores energy.. so the gas ram is a gas "spring." You still get the same recoil affect, minus the torque of a metal spring, so the np gun will still be somewhat hold sensitive.
You need to be pretty close for anything over a small rabbit or squirrel. Crows are pretty tough birds something with a bit more oomph is a better option.
Classic, classic airgun. A friend of mine's older brother had one of these when I was a kid back in the 70's. I was so envious, still want one to this day.
Just picked up a 392 the other day. How long can leave 8 pumps in it. Will a day do any damage? Anyways i love this little gun and recommend it to anyone who wants a accurate gun. i tried a nitro piston gun and took it back and got this. Thanks rick..
@AirGunWeb Rick, I have a lot of air guns. I was wondering which air gun in the world is the most reliable and will shoot no matter what it goes through, like what is the AK-47 of airguns?
@AirGunWeb Hey Rick I don't mean to annoy you with acceseries talk but where do you think I should mount sling swivels on my Blue Streak for my hunting trips?
@deearebeats Don't leave it with 8 pumps for more than a few hours. The seals will start to fail. However, make sure you leave 1 pump in it when you put it away.
I have a Sheridan silver streak. It has a "Charlie da Tuna super sear" installed. It's an aftermarket trigger modification, it lowers the trigger pull to about 3 pounds.
definitely worth the wait for the vid Rick. Had mine for over 10 years now, love it as a hunting rifle, but not so much for punching paper, as finding .20 cal pellets here in canada is somewhat of a challenge. The pellet slection is limited as well, I'd love to find jsb predators in .20, knowing what they are capable of in my benjamin .22 np trail. Still remains of of my all time favs.
Thanks for the kind words.. this gun will give you a work out for sure too. I'd like to rework the trigger a bit to lighten it up. If I could get the pull weight down to say 2 pounds vs 6, it would help for bench shooting. Now I just need to find someone to pump it up for me between shots!
I have got a Sheridan Silver Streak that I purchased in 1991. It is the bomb. At close ranges (less than 40 feet) it can be a groundhog's worst nightmare also. You have to aim for the inside of the ear or the brain area. And be prepared to fire another shot (possibly) in the same area or the neck area (to sever the spine) in order to finish it off. I know from experience, I had one that just would not leave my yard no matter what I tried. They can be stubborn SOBs.
i always wanted one of these when i was young! still do! i havnt seen them in uk for 20 odd years. would get in a heartbeet if i saw one for sale tomorrow....but ive never shot one...il bet the trigger could be worked on though! have you ever reviewed the benjimin eb22 c02 pistol sir? i like it alot and would like your thoughts. thanks rick...nick from uk.
@samuellewistheshit he has a review of the ruger airhawk its the same rifle as the blackhawk only with a synthetic stock all the rest is exactly the same
Hey rick,
is the artillery hold as important on pump, pcp, and Nitro Pistons, as it is on springs?
55Outdoortrail 5 days ago
@55Outdoortrail
Not as much as pcp or pump, but certainly a factor with NP and spring guns. Remember an NP is still a spring gun.. a spring is a mechanical device that stores energy.. so the gas ram is a gas "spring." You still get the same recoil affect, minus the torque of a metal spring, so the np gun will still be somewhat hold sensitive.
cheers
Rick
AirGunWeb 2 days ago
Hey rick,
What would the range of this gun be for taking down crows and varmits? How would it compare to the tech force contender 89 with Nitro Piston?
55Outdoortrail 5 days ago
@55Outdoortrail
You need to be pretty close for anything over a small rabbit or squirrel. Crows are pretty tough birds something with a bit more oomph is a better option.
Cheers
Rick
AirGunWeb 2 days ago
i hate pumping those guns up i used to have a crossmen with the plastic handle it was good but eventualy it broke.
Rolandmarccolavizza 1 week ago
Nice review, I have the Benjamin 392, and I love these guns.
BENJItrailNPxL1100 2 weeks ago
Classic, classic airgun. A friend of mine's older brother had one of these when I was a kid back in the 70's. I was so envious, still want one to this day.
flubberman64 3 weeks ago
I remember some asshole shooting at me with one of these. Lucky for me he sucked at shooting , because I was unarmed.
kriegmeister3000 3 weeks ago
Just picked up a 392 the other day. How long can leave 8 pumps in it. Will a day do any damage? Anyways i love this little gun and recommend it to anyone who wants a accurate gun. i tried a nitro piston gun and took it back and got this. Thanks rick..
deearebeats 1 month ago
@deearebeats
I'm not sure how long you can leave it pumped full at 8 pumps.. Maybe someone can fill us in?
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 month ago
@AirGunWeb Rick, I have a lot of air guns. I was wondering which air gun in the world is the most reliable and will shoot no matter what it goes through, like what is the AK-47 of airguns?
harriet807 1 week ago
@harriet807
With my limited experience.. I'd go with the RWS 34 in .22 cal.
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 week ago
@AirGunWeb Hey Rick I don't mean to annoy you with acceseries talk but where do you think I should mount sling swivels on my Blue Streak for my hunting trips?
mountainman9833 1 week ago
@mountainman9833
That's a good question.. I'm not sure where would be best.. Maybe someone here has done it already and can help!
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 week ago
@deearebeats Don't leave it with 8 pumps for more than a few hours. The seals will start to fail. However, make sure you leave 1 pump in it when you put it away.
SilentSalvation1995 3 weeks ago
In my opinion, the price is too steep. You could get a Benjamin 397 & 392 for the same price as this package. Same internals, same style.
lambchops1493 1 month ago
I've got a Sheridan Blue Streak .20 from 1969. Shoots well, and is beautiful.
lambchops1493 1 month ago
Another great vid thanks Rick :)
MrMarcusx5 1 month ago
I have a Sheridan silver streak. It has a "Charlie da Tuna super sear" installed. It's an aftermarket trigger modification, it lowers the trigger pull to about 3 pounds.
greedkiller 1 month ago
I'm glad to see Crosman is still producing some classic air guns.
rdcd20 1 month ago
definitely worth the wait for the vid Rick. Had mine for over 10 years now, love it as a hunting rifle, but not so much for punching paper, as finding .20 cal pellets here in canada is somewhat of a challenge. The pellet slection is limited as well, I'd love to find jsb predators in .20, knowing what they are capable of in my benjamin .22 np trail. Still remains of of my all time favs.
cheers.
theplaid1 1 month ago
@theplaid1
Thanks for the kind words.. this gun will give you a work out for sure too. I'd like to rework the trigger a bit to lighten it up. If I could get the pull weight down to say 2 pounds vs 6, it would help for bench shooting. Now I just need to find someone to pump it up for me between shots!
Cheers
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 month ago
I have got a Sheridan Silver Streak that I purchased in 1991. It is the bomb. At close ranges (less than 40 feet) it can be a groundhog's worst nightmare also. You have to aim for the inside of the ear or the brain area. And be prepared to fire another shot (possibly) in the same area or the neck area (to sever the spine) in order to finish it off. I know from experience, I had one that just would not leave my yard no matter what I tried. They can be stubborn SOBs.
MrRedPajamas 1 month ago
Have you ever done a review of the Benjamin Rogue .357? It's the gun that shoots actual .357 caliber bullets.
PalmTrall 1 month ago
@PalmTrall
I'd really like to.. Crosman would have to send me one to review.
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 month ago
Rick great video man, I sure wish I had mine that I had as a kids. I agree with you on the pumping it does wear on you a bit.
cplbullet 1 month ago
Another great review . Thanks for sharing
renowntwo 1 month ago
i always wanted one of these when i was young! still do! i havnt seen them in uk for 20 odd years. would get in a heartbeet if i saw one for sale tomorrow....but ive never shot one...il bet the trigger could be worked on though! have you ever reviewed the benjimin eb22 c02 pistol sir? i like it alot and would like your thoughts. thanks rick...nick from uk.
hobo31009 1 month ago
@hobo31009
I have not shot one yet.. but finally handled one at the shot show last week.. nice gun for sure.
Rick
AirGunWeb 1 month ago
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hobo31009 1 month ago
Can you do a ruger blackhawk .177 air rifle review
samuellewistheshit 1 month ago
@samuellewistheshit he has a review of the ruger airhawk its the same rifle as the blackhawk only with a synthetic stock all the rest is exactly the same
nowp1 1 month ago