I found that there were quite a few other rifles that I wanted, in particular, the Webley Xocet and the RWS 34. would i be able to shoot it out? Guns besides Gamo and RWS. Im not sure if its because I am used to spring guns, but it is just too timeconsuming, and cumbersome for me. Its accurate and inexpensive. It's a reasonable price if you consider that all parts of this gun are made of genuine hardwood and metal. Adjust the elevation until you hit the target. thx alot and thx for the blogs, the enjoyment, the help, and everything u have done for us pellet rifle enthusiasts,Insomniac. The gun isnt made to be sighted at 10 feet or even 10 yards. Insomniac gave you a great answer. Then cock and shoot it again (no pellet) and listen to hear if any gas escapes. I shoot mainly squirrels, and at crows(their so hard to hit!) The second from the right says BLOG. The variable pump feature provides from 500-800fps. The rear sight is fully adjustable for windage adjustment(allowing you to adjust the sight left and right). The brass barrel is anti-corrosive compared to the steel one and doesnt rust easily. DISCONTINUED! I purchased another one and must admit that it brings me back to my youth. Will it kill a raccoon and a grey fox if they are in very close range? Just a hint for those that use this sight in low light, unscrewing the aperture to remove it will turn this sight into a ghost-ring! He really enjoys it and its exactly what he wanted. The item has been discontinued or is no longer available Due to our Pricing Policy. Im definetly going for the IZH-61, its cheaper, more accurate(right? Are these any good, or should I order something different. I did have a few BB guns as a kid but was not all that interested other than making a serious dent in the cottonmouth population in my small hometown. We look forward to having you join us on a regular basis. Thats fine, because the power level dictates that this rifle should be used by someone who can exercise great responsibility. All Rights Reserved. after placing a few shots after the windage or elevation pieces are set. (I would use tape for example), Anyway, if this theory is correct, then using plastic or metal with a hole drilled in it as a peep sight, and attaching it to the sight itself, should work. I do have a short question. it seems like its losing air or something.What do I do? So, skip the peep scope, and dont bother looking for something less $?Thanks! Thanks again. Tell me about the Logan pump. What you really need is a Talon SS. Would you choose the Air Venturi or B-Square intermount? Now the Benji really sounds like a piece of Americana I cannot miss . If I don't shoot shortly after pumping the rifle, the air pressure decreases or drops altogether. You should start seeing lots of 392s soon. Thanks. Gas vs Spring Piston: Which One is Better? No prob! Guess my last comment is lost in cyber-space. If the accuracy is as respectable as my Gamo Shadow 1000, thats fine. Figure them to be equal in power. Hi, B.B. and pumping the gun up so as to get its max distance would be annoying and my arm would get tired after a few shots. I have looked at the the RWS Diannnas, and found a youth model,#34 (?!?) Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction all the time you do this. Your sight is aluminum and the screws are steel, so there is going to be wear every time you adjust the screws. Posted: Fri Apr 10, 2020 7:07 am . crosman premiers? The velocity will be 375-45 and the sound will be like a quiet hand clap. Do you use the B-Square mount in conjunction with the b272? Shooting outdoors in Minnesota in the winter is a cold proposition. A new blog is posted Monday through Friday at. The 1400 is fine, but its valve isnt very friendly to the trigger. I think. This is from the july 20 post. I know a decent .22 can be had for that much, but I've stated my reasons for not wanting it. Even if I cant find a good way to mount the scope Ill definately hang on to the gun. Some review that I read said it wasnt that loud comparing with gamo shadow 1000. Those were the days. Am I looking in the wrong page? It is lightweight, compact, and recoilless, allowing you to have more control over your shooting when you use this air rifle. The Benjamin 392 Bolt Action air rifle is undoubtedly one of the best pump action air rifle right now available in the market. This is even with the elevation screw adjusted all the way out until it isnt in contact with the metal below. Looks a bit toy-like at first, until you fire it. I think using my Sierra is making me a better shot with my 397!! I have takenabout 4 squirrels no problem all with good shot placement of course, but overall do you feel the 397 has good power for small game hunting? The model that we are talking about today is an updated version of the same air rifle. As for pellets, use the heaviest accurate pellet you can find. First, it's very hard-hitting, especially for a multi-pump rifle. For Benjamin 392, various shooting tests have been conducted by different shooters with positive results. If it pops, you just released the extra air. Always being safety concience, I ALWAYS keep the safety ON!!! Hi.While growing up I graduated from a Daisy Red Rider to a Sheridan C9. I wish you could change the word verification on this system because its a real pain telling the difference between the lower case letters and the capitols. I believ he does. I have heard good things about the RWS 94. Webley was unable to provide the spec for Weblube when we asked, therefore I cannot recommend it. Start by taking a medium sized flat screwdriver and place the edge in this groove, against the front clip as shown in pictures #2 and #3. Here is what you want IF your rifle was made in the last 5 years: /product/air-venturi-williams-64-peep-sight?a=5, It will be interesting to see how this gun does with the Williams Sight. I had just glanced at it, and with its short and stocky appearance I thought it was a shootgun until he picked it up to disuade a squirrel out of his garden. The rear sight legs must be pried away from the barrel. The only replacement sight will be a peep, or a used rear sight. I vote for the 392. I did take my old 98 model 397 to an authorized service center to be checked out. I keep them because I cant bear to part with them. so ive got eight pumps worth of air in the gun and the pump handle is open. Last nitght I put a little pellgun oil on the breech seal, and it cracked off like a .22. The reason the B-Square mount doesnt get good reviews is because people dont install it correctly. If thats not for you, I recommend a spring gun. I can buy a Benjamin 347, that is in 90% condition, that was made in 1977 for $100 or I can buy a brand new 397 for $130. Its probably a good idea if you cant call out of state. What would a dive shop charge to fill up the bottle. Does anyone have any details on just how to best remove the factory rear sight? (Im thinking maybe the 397 due to smaller pellet). etc.) Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Thomas, It happenned again!?!? I like it and will care for it so it will hold its value and maybe increase. Residents of New Jersey can buy bb guns through a designated local gun store after acquiring an Airgun Permit. (The rail and scope I am referring to is the one that comes with the combo). That keeps the valves closed against dirt. I didnt think there would be much difference between the 0.177 pellet from the Diana and the 0.218 pellet from the Benji, but I was wrong. 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 wouldnt dream of ruining your fun by suggesting anything to you, except to say look at the sights on your rifle right now. BBJ. Although there is plenty of smack to this gun, I wouldnt feel right about shooting at a chuck beyond this range, as they have notoriously tough skulls. I sight in for 20 yards, then learn how much to hold under when the target is closer. The RWS Diana 34 is hardly a small rifle. I looked up the Talon SS on the Pyramyd Ait site. and i figured out that the pshh noise is coming from this little hole it says air hole do not oil. and my mom thinks so too. I noticed that you used the Air Venturi intermount on the pump-assist 392 with favorable results. Thank you very much for helping me with this decision.Lonedog in Alabama. You dont TYPE links! First try oiling the seals and remember to always store the gun with a pump of air in it. I think ill buy this first for plinking until i can force myself to save the money forthe benjamin 392. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Better to select one good range (20 yards) at which the gun shoots flat for a distance (20-27 yards on 8 pumps) and use holdover at the other ranges. PCP vs Spring Piston: Which one is better? Once again there is no Benjamin Franklin airgun. Gas ram is an excellent system, gives you the benefit of a smoother action and quieter shots. This rifle definitely brings me back. Benjamin Air Rifles - Welcome to the #1 Top-Rated Air Gun Superstore in the USA! I would start with the JSB, then check the Kodiak. The plastic appears to be very robust with the look of blued steel. i know i get the 4th tin free but is it worth it to buy 3 tins? I cant say enough about this rifle. My big problem is that after the screws are all the way in, they still slide up and down the barrel. Like I sayed before, since I only shoot small game and Natural Lites, I feel the scopes I use are adequite for my needs. You need the high mounts to raise the scope up to your eye, not for scope clearance. would u use this gun for squirrels and rabbits? From the back porch (30 yards) with rain and wind gusts. Is PCP gun the best How to choose the right Air Gun Caliber for your game? Thank's for the info. Offhand, I seem to recall you could get .177s in the 14-15 gr category. What you are doing is using a two-point brace. right? Stamped metal parts on the unit were left with rough edges as well. The Benjamin 392 Bolt Action Variable Pump Air Rifle is a multi-pump air rifle. Six pumps on balance pointI got a 1 and 11/16 inch group with a firm grip (average 2 and 3/16 inch) , and a 2 and 4/16 inch group with a loose grip (average 2 and 4/16). The gun its self is great and it is very acurate without optics. They arent made well for it. If no noise, you got away with it. All have dropped without a twitch but all were perfect head shots at under 25 yards as the gun shoots one hole groups at ten meters with crosman premier hollow points. At some point in the last 30 years (has it really been that long?) If you are not a fan of plastic guns then this is definitely a great choice for you . whats the farthest distance i can kill from with 5-8 pumps? Six pumps on slopeThe best group I got out of all my shots was 1 and 7/16 inches, which I got by firmly holding onto the slope (average of 2 and 3/16 inches). The answer nis yes, with a good shot, it will do that. Besides not working or holding air, the biggest fault both rifles have is a broken solder joint between the barrel and the pump tube. the pellets left a lot of residue on my fingers, is that lead dust or the preservatives or both? The Pyramyd Air home page will open. Just got my 392 from pyramid in the mail yesterday and I cant even begin to tell you how happy I am with it. Im confident that a shot to the head on rabbits with a .177 caliber pellet rifle will kill them. Using Ivory soap bars as ballistic putty shows this difference very well, so I need to try both pellet styles on Ivory at different ranges and I recommend anyone who hunts to do the same with a number of different pellet shapes. 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. If you live in a sparse population area, this is not an issue at all. Yes, you can pump the Benjamin. Although we can't match every price reported, we'll use your feedback to ensure that our prices remain competitive. Try it! Yes this gun will make a pop. Read this post:/blog/2006/1/adjustable-scope-mounts/. Any information would be appreciated. Use one hand to hold firmly on the stock and use another hand to open the forearm all the way up until it stops. If i dry fire the rifle (if i forget to load a pellet for some reason), how badly will i damage the gun? I believe that is the problem. View Profile View Forum Posts Private . Would you be willing to do a review on the Steroid & bug buster combination? Air gun 101: What is a PCP air rifle? thanks for the replies. I meant the 392, as you indicated. What pellets should I get? . Its a Crosman Intermount! No gaudy scopes, lasers or SWAT team bolt-onsjust a simple means to a beautiful lawn and garden. The Benjamin Bolt Action Variable Pump Pellet Air Rifle features Monte Carlo styling, a durable all-weather synthetic stock and foregrip, rifled barrel and fully adjustable rear sight. BB, I have done some more research and see that I can buy an aluminum dive tank for around $200.00. Its the bomb . so i kept shooting lower and lower after every shot. Then switch to tapping the rear two clips in a similar fashion, so it looks like pictures #4, #5, and #6. You can hit a quarter at 25 yards with the open sights, which should be plenty. After a few clicks to the left and the impact point is vertically alligned with the target point. If I were smart, Id toss them into the lead pot the next time I cast bullets. Should I only see the front post or will I see both the front post and rear sight through the hole? Go figure! Gave it away to a friend who has it to this day. They look really good on the Talon with a big scope. Dont get me wrong I love this gun the accuracy is amazing but the knockdown power is not so great. I used a ball-point pin to push them in with out maring the skirt with the back of my finger-nail. I dont want to put that much into it. On possums Id be sure to use a head shot, only. I think that I might have to remove the rear sight in order to get a clear peep hole, but then again maybe not. How many rounds does it take to break a rifle like this in? I use the Crosman 64 Williams Peep sight. At Wal Mart you should be able to find Benjamin Sheridan diabolo pellets. How do you keep your 392 in tip top shape? Barrels and calibers change in 5-10 minutes. Hard Air Magazine is a Trademark of Archer Airguns Inc. No spam, only great airgun news and deals. I also feel like the price is a little high at $230, Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2022. And elevation adjustment ( allow you to adjust the sight up and down). Just got it (fast, great service) and took it out tonight very happy! I would use only the scopes and mounts Crosman recommends for use with the Intermount. Thats with a 392. If I got the Scuba Refill clamp would I just find a dive shop or would I need to buy my own tank? I have only had this gun for about 6 weeks now, but I can tell it is going to last a long time. Hard Air Magazine is the best Internet destination for everything airgun related. I think its too light for a woodchuck or raccoon, but a perfect shot would work. That means they should be very good. The Benjamin 392 (along with the Benjamin 397) is the except to this rule though. I was over a friends house and he had one of these Benjamin Sheridans proped against the door. I recieved the 397 and bsquared mount in the mail this week and I am forced to agree with you. Its like a flintlock rifle that takes longer to get ready, so the shooter takes extra care with the shot. Pyramyd Air is the largest airgun store in America many times larger than all other airgun dealers combined. You mention the 397 but quote the weight of a .22 caliber pellet (15.8 grains). Ill also get a good case and quality ammunition for it. its http://www.myspace.com/airgunsniperthanks bb. You are welcome to post questions or comments on the current blog where literally thousands of people willingly give you the benefit of their knowledge and experience. It comes with a nice scope that must be worth at least $70.00. As for silicone chamber oil, why not order it here? A brass barrel can be ruined by cleaning, or last more than a hundred years by just shooting lead pellets. BENJAMIN SHERIDAN MODEL 392P 5.5mm .22 CALL PELLET RIFLE N94708777 $399.99 $34.65 shipping or Best Offer 13 watching Benjamin Armada PCP .22 caliber Multi-Shot Bolt Action M-Lok w/BiPod $482.00 0 bids $31.15 shipping 2d 10h or Buy It Now Benjamin Titan GP Pellet Gun $100.00 0 bids $60.10 shipping I have a medical problem and am afraid of the pump models. As long as you lubricated the pum head with Pellgunoil, you can ignore any sounds. Anyway, I let my practical side won out. About a year ago I bought a Crosman 357 for kicks. I went ahead and ordered that Williams Peep Sight yesterday so that should help as well. Thanks in advance for any tips, etc. A peep can be difficult to install on an older Blue Streak, but its the best sight. Ive been out shooting the Benjamin for the past two hours and my arms are getting sore! BB, Well whatever you call it, it was loud. Have done this for three years now. i was looking at this pyramydair and the daisy 22sg at air gun depot witch would last longer and is more reliable because my daisy grizzly is falling apart and need to take out some small game thanks david. Do you think it would be an issue for neighbors? Welcome to the blog. I have killed cottontails at 35 yards with a Blue Streak. If you want more power than that, either change barrels to the 24-inch, or buy a Talon. The sight of Benjamin 392 is anopen sight with a fixed front sight. When something is put in quotes and isnt a direct quote, it means that everything inside the quotation marks is untrue. I know what to order now. I would call Crosman and ask their technical people. Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2023. should i send it in to the company for repair? 3. You are about to purchase a $140 air rifle and you are questioning an additional $25 purchase of pellets that you have to have to operate the rifle? There is no kit, officially. I had a Benjamin .22 (possibly a 392) back in the 70's. What you need to do is select all of your comment and copy it before posting. and thengoing thru a bunch of various style pelletsfrom Straight Shooters Variety Pack,it seems that Match Grade WadCutterswork best in this gun. i really hope i dont have to send it back. Please find below the exploded parts diagram, parts list and available spare parts for the Benjamin 392, 397 air rifle. Hope you can offer your likes /dislikes about this rifle. Both are sighted in at 20 yards with Beeman silver-bears. This airgun is the stuff legends are made of. thx for ur help bb, i should have checked the site more thouroughly and saved u, me, and my parents the time. Crosman has a Williams Peep sight made expressly to mount on the 392/397. I dont mind paying an extra 50-100 bucks or so for much better quality. what do u think? The Benjamin has laid to rest many pests and even taken game as large as racoons. I exchanged the gun for another one off the shelf. Please try again. I like the 22SG a lot, but it does not equal the fit and finish of any of the three other guns. How do I grip and pump this thing properly? Mopst Beeman pellets are made by H&N a fine German pellet maker. Could you please provide me with some advice to get this to work? BB, For some reason, this wont publish my comments. Now Im going to have to rethink my earlier decision. I had found them in a corner of a Sportsmans Club sports store. Just by the performance of their pellets, and the look of their guns, Beeman seems to be great quality, is this a good gun? Could you suggest any repair shops in the vicinity of Oklahoma for these repairs? http://members.aol.com/vintairgun/order.htm. Man !, it sure is enough to make the whole neighbors complain about it. So .22 pellet is the favorite choice for pest eliminators and small game hunters. If you can squeak a few more dollars, the Beeman R7 is an all-time classic. Ive got one on order right now from PyramydAir. Pyramyd says you can expect 1/2 groups at 33 feet, but my experience says youll get that out to 60 feet if you do your job! The last time she appealed to my basic caveman nature, I went out and bought a bigger sailboat. But like I said, I have dozens of tins, so I dont think that will happen. I sighted it to have the impact of the pellet fall 1.5 inches under the center of the riticle. Well, it's official: three Benjamin air pistols - the EB22, the HB22, and the HB17 - have been "obsoleted" according to a Crosman Corporation . Benjamin Trail NP. bb,is their any way to tell the year my blue streak was made?also are there any replacement iron sights that i can buy? It will take foxes at 25 yards and crows at 50 with ease. Theyre arent really any air rifle stores near me and Im really not that psyched about having to pay shipping and handling on a small tube of air rifle oil. My 397 manual has the elevation info printed but does NOT include the lateral info. Any suggestions as to scope mounts and scope? I have tested a steroided silver streak, which is very similar to the 392. I would really like to go bug bustin, but the only insects around my house that i actually notice are butterflies, june bugs, asian beetles, boxelder bugs, honey bees, and sometimes a yellowjacket, most of which arent to good to shoot. The quality, I'm sad to say, is lacking. Even then the scope gets in the way of pumping. If you get repeatable results, well ask other owners to test your methods. In fact, thats what I do and my Sheridan Blue Streak was new in 1978. Is that true? Those pellets with polymer tips are not as accurate as the pellets I keeps mentioning the JSB Exact domed and the Beeman Kodiak. Development in the woods nearby drove hundreds of rats in all directions. The pull is very comfortable, better than many of my smoke-rifles. I can see where this helps out equalize the atmospheres inside the air chamber, and outside atmosphere. PS don't for get the daily blog at/blog//. At the top of this page in the right-hand column, under the About Me section, notice the underlined words, Pyramyd Air Home. Just shot a 3/4 in group at 25 yds inside the paint im good to go now. The two holes are for the roll pins that hold the forearm wood to the pump lever. I have owned and tested a Steroid Streak. Could i charge it from a portable air storage tank? the co2 tanks cost almost ten dollars i see, is there an alternative? Dot sights are just as accurate as scopes. Use your best shooting hold and test the pellets against your best groups so far. Am I doing something wrong? Do you buy your own dive tank or do you just take the air bottle off the Talon to the dive shop and let them fill it. bbhow about for hunting, is the Field Target Special still good? Do I tighten the left screw and loosen the right screw or vice versa? What are the differences (better quality, more agressive look, traditional mantle bearer??? Some time will elapse before the next window opens, showing all your finds. What is the best way to hold this rifle? This is also a very effective way to compare different calibers using similar pellet shapes, or different guns, pumps or ranges with the same pellets. Thanks also for recommending leaving a pump of air in these types of guns I have an older Crosman 1377 that I started doing that with only after reading about it on your blog. Next was the target practice when I got home. What adjustable scope mount do you recommend? I have tried quite a few prototype peep sights and I wasnt getting very good results with them (loose, wobbly, etc.). Heres a good article to read that B.B. https://www.pyramydair.com/product/ics-airsoft-silicone-oil-spray?a=772 will that stuff work thanks mark, BB its just when i pump the gun it makes the pshh noise then when the pumper part hits the barrel part it dosent make that noise. Is there something else under $200 that I should consider. The Benjamin Models 397 and the 392 have roots dating back to 1949. A 397 with good pellets will take a squirrel or rabbit at that range. Removed some of that black paint in the end of the barrel and adjusted the elevation on rear sight. 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. A Carbon Fiber 88 cubic foor tank weighs only 20 pounds and will fill your gun many more times than the 80 cubic foot aluminum scuba tank. Features: Elegant hardwood stock All metal barrel construction Beautiful and functional Brass bolt and hard ware Fully Functioning safety Specifications: Caliber: .177 Ammo Type: Pellets Body Components: Wood Stock with Metal Barrel Assembly Power Supply: Multi-Pump Pneumatic Rifle Overall Length: 36.25 inches Barrel Length: 19.25 inches Fire But does it have the same great quality as the one sold many years ago? : I just became interested in air guns this past week. Again, assuming an equal level of accuracy and shot placement, what is more effective the higher FPE of the .177, or the larger smack/wound channel of the lower FPE .22? A Streak, and an Airsource 392. Lets find out in this detailed CrosmanBenjamin 392 .22 review. Benjamin Airguns Founded in 1882, Benjamin Airguns builds innovative air guns that are steeped in tradition but never bound by it. You dont need to apologise. Too, what is the going rate to have the Texas Repairman bring these old guns back to working condition instead of me doing it? A long time ago I switched to flat-faced bullets for my smoke rifles after seeing the difference they make when hitting animals. Thank you, hello i was wondering if you guys can help me, i have a 397 in the ranch and we use it for pest, love that rifle i have had it for around 7 years and still works like new, i gave the rifle to my younger brohter and wanted to get myself a new one, i was looking at the 392, shadow 1000, and the mendoza 2003, any recomendations, and what would you guys recomend spring or pump? . 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. is the screw supposed to be connected at the bottom of the sight. Anyways, My range is fairly simple. OK BB. BB, I finally recieved my 392, and am kinda displeased with it. should i worry about it? Variable power. However, if thats what you shoot, I would zero at 15 yards and then shoot groups at both 10 and 20 yards to see how far off they are. Hard Air Magazine Online Privacy Statement, Making The Guinness World Record Longest Air Rifle Shot. I forgot to ask you what caliber Talon SS should I get and what scope would you recommend ? Pump 5-8 pump strokes each time. Heres something, the barrel of my 392 had black paint in the end that I removed with q-tips and nail polish remover ok Ive got plenty of time on my hands.