https://www.pyramydair.com/product/b-square-17010-benjamin-sheridan-scope-base-weaver-picatinny-rail?a=431. I over tightened it becuase I couldnt get the mounting to sit properly. Payment not received . Owners manul says nothing about cleaning the bore. Removed some of that black paint in the end of the barrel and adjusted the elevation on rear sight. I like my Crosman 140 and its cousin the Benjamin 392. bbp, this is a site you and pyramid sould be linked from: http://www.eatel.net/~amptech/elecdisc/rifledemos.htm. Im afraid to use a bore brush. The Benjamin 392 Bolt Action Air Rifle hits the target very hard. Bolt action. What you are telling me is that both knobs have been rotated many TIMES to bring the reticle and striking point of the pellet together. If you do it yourself you learn more about yourself and the gun you are using. Like, say mailing a check? You have many questions. Maybe, I can repair these too have tried 3 in 1 oil on them but not the pelligunoil. Approximately how much does it cost to fill a dive tank. The second reason is the additional effort the 392 takes with pumps 6 through 8. On Feb. 4th 06 Doug called his 1960s pellet rifle a Benjamin Franklin. Its more of a sealant. Thanks. Its just a slang term for inertia. thanks for any help you can provide, and sorry about being long winded! Walmart sells Daisy Precision Max wadcutter pellets (or something like that) and Fleet sells the Crosman Wadcutters. There are no scope mounts that wrap about the entire pump tube. I dont know that there is a typical sight-in distance for open sights, but here is what I do. I was looking at the RWS 48 and 350, but already owning three Gamos, I didnt want to spend another $500-600 when all was said and done (scope, mounts, etc.). The dive cylinder weighs about 40 pounds when filled, so factor that in. Thanks for the help pre-purchase and with the sight question! It just won't fit my face properly to use open sights. What do you think would be a good diameter for the peep hole? It would have been nice if it had fiber optic sights. so low that the front sight is just below the slot in the rear site. I think i might stick to the 392 pump or the izh 61. i want a consistent power, variable, pellet rifle that works in varying temps, with a bit more power. The German ones are great. At eight pumps they go straight through with the same size hole coming out as went in. ($), Shipping cost: Jeep pulled the plug on 22 392s so they could do the same for 23. Just shoot the gun with a pellet. I apologize I know this is a common question amongst airguns. I can report on the Steroid Streak, if you like. Found a lower price? 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. Rick WillneckerRick is in Pennsylvania, where he repairs vintage and modern Crosman, Benjamin and Sheridan guns. Airgunmaniac Official Phone: (830) 542-6074-1475 Address: 1412 South Veterans Boulevard, Eagle Pass, TX 78852 USA Email: improve accuracy (because the shooters eyes are lined up more naturally with the sight). ql. problem solved!! Can you recommend a good quality spring piston for under $250 that is appropriate for someone who is newly interested in the hobby? Hey B.B. It was purchased brand new in 1972, when I was 13 years old. 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. I had found them in a corner of a Sportsmans Club sports store. Its a Benjamin, not a Benjamin Franklin. This airgun is the stuff legends are made of. 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. The Benjamin Models 397 and the 392 have roots dating back to 1949. Even with the scopes point of impact adjusted all of the way down, I still am hitting 4-5 high at 10 yds. If you get repeatable results, well ask other owners to test your methods. Look forward to many hours of fun with my new 392. I brought that one to my buddys house for our ussual friday afternoon plinking. 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 want something like this system on my rifle. Is there something else under $200 that I should consider. Great gun, no comparison to the cheap plastic air rifles. Roy. It has started to get smoother. Pumps easy. Thanks, Nod. Six pumps on leverMy best grouping while I held firmly on the pump lever was 4 and 2/16 inches (average 3 and 15/16 inches). http://www.airgunexpress.com/NEWJPEGS/115-48-0397-E.jpg copy and paste to adress bar. It still looks great and I think it is time to fire it again after sitting in the closet for 18 years. Id stay away from that model. A brass barrel can be ruined by cleaning, or last more than a hundred years by just shooting lead pellets. Are you familiar with the Mac 1 enhanced B392, amongst other things, it has integral dove tails. Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2020. It still shoots like new and neverneeded any repair. thanks:D. You already know what a wonderful airgun this is. I have a medical problem and am afraid of the pump models. Put some oil drops on the pump lever pivot and rivets every hundred shots to keep the gun functioning properly. Lets hope its a good one. I dont know whether Pyramyd will take a check or not, but a call would find out real quick. I bought a Benjamin 392 in 1975 and still have it today. . Air gun 101: What is a PCP air rifle? That along with B.B. This is a job for an airgunsmith. Put your cursor on top of that word and click once. or is there a kit i can get? You charge it to 3,000 psi from a dive cylinder. I got my 392 via regular land transport (2 days) today. Usually for a review I shoot for a while then just add to my collection, but I can imagine using this rifle on a regular basis for hunting and pest control. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Posted: Fri Apr 10, 2020 7:07 am . I did read up on the mount you suggested, but it didnt exactly get a 5 star review. Having never seen a hardwood pellet gun, and with the looks of it I have to have one. Which do you think would be more accurate, Beemans or Crosmans or JSBs? It saw me coming out the door and scampered back to its hole so I got into prone position about ten yards away. You are asking about a major machining project. Thats with a 392. ), if any. I know which ones I want, now. Either one I buy, Im going to want to put the Leapers 432 Bugbuster on it, since I hear its a pretty amazing scope for the bucks. If I was to miss the squirrel, there no chance on this good green earth for a quick second shot. The best pellet for your gun is the JSB Exact domed pellet. (For more on the 5 types of air rifles you need to know before buying, see this post.). Could you tell me if this is the right address to mail a check to? any ideas? Crosman Premier Domed look good, and seem to have more pellets for a more affordable price. Thanks BB for taking the time to answer so many questions. Juddson. I have the resources available and I have a limited understanding of how I could accomplish this feat. 619 US$746/704. But let me ask you what pellets you consider too light and too heavy for a 1000 fps spinger. I recieved the 397 and bsquared mount in the mail this week and I am forced to agree with you. The Benjamin 397 is fine for hunting small game. But most of the time I shoot standing on back patio five yards back,.hang with me BB, Im going somewhere with this ok. With a couple of cement blocks and a 44 of western cedar, I line up four water filled aluminum cans 6 apart, with those little bright orange stickers you see in the produce section at the grocery store, slapped right in the middle of them. Go to Wal-Mart and see if they have Gamo domed or pointed pellets. 1. Anyways,. After a few clicks to the left and the impact point is vertically alligned with the target point. I think Ill use the screws already included on the 392 to hold the peep sight on. I use RWS and Beeman pellets all the time but I wanted to know if occasionaly using the lead free Skenco pellets do any harm to the barrel of the gun. B.B. Dont get me wrong I love this gun the accuracy is amazing but the knockdown power is not so great. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Eeeeck! It will be a little louder that a loud hand clap. Recently I sighted in my benjamin for 15 yards. Benjamin Airguns Founded in 1882, Benjamin Airguns builds innovative air guns that are steeped in tradition but never bound by it. Even the best selling lists on gun retailer's sites A PCP air gun is one of five types of air rifles in the market today. . Webley was unable to provide the spec for Weblube when we asked, therefore I cannot recommend it. The quality of the gun is great, and I like the accuracy. Do you need to remove both those screws or only one. But I would have really liked the Webley even if it was just for some casual plinking. The 392 is a little louder than the Quest 1000. Thank you very much for your time.-Robert. 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 . This air rifle is very quiet compared to my RWS Diana 45 spring-piston and seems to hit much harder. I had my mind wrapped aroung taking my first squirrel with the gun. Hi i have a benjamin franklin 392 pa , by mistake my son put some 3 in one oil in the hole says you cant put oil. The factory mount isnt even seated in the rear of the dovetail, so it will only be a matter of time before itll have to be adjusted/tightenned. Benjamin purchased Sheridan in 1972 and continued manufacturing the Model C until 1992. 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? (will it hit a pop can or a quarter?). I liked the fact that they slid into the breech without any forcing. Thanks! for answering all my questions. GENLTLY tap the end of the screwdriver with a hammer forward (towards the front sight) about 5 times. They want to remove them from the market. Terms of Use | After running the numbers, a 10.6 grain Kodiak in .177 at 1000 FPS has a higher FPE than a 15.8 grain JSB Diabolo in .22 at 685 FPS. Does anyone have any details on just how to best remove the factory rear sight? Will it kill a raccoon and a grey fox if they are in very close range? is that normal? I think Ill use screws and include adjustable sights. Is it true ? I am st on either the 392 or the blue/silver streak. Repeat this for the front clip on the other side of the aigun, and alternate sides about ever 5 taps until the rear sight slides forward and the two front sight clips are no longer in the grooves. Ive never heard that before. It seems to me that the peep sight hole would just be bigger and blurrier. (Im thinking maybe the 397 due to smaller pellet). 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. First, it's very hard-hitting, especially for a multi-pump rifle. Testing the effects of my valve mods.Here's where you can get one, plus ammo and accessories: http://amzn.to/1Olyf16 Fortunately, airguns are sold by dealers like Pyramyd Air, but the combined volume of all airgun dealers is small compared to the big box stores. The Weaver-type base dictates where the rings stop because of the location of the slots in the base. Visiting our advertisers and/or clicking Affiliate Links is the best way you can say thank you to HAM, enabling this magazine to be free to read. They are pure lead and will not harm your barrel. If you want more power at a great price, this is a great way to go. Just a little factory shipping oils dieselling I guess. What should i do if i get a jammed pellet? I dont know anything about air rifles but have a need for one to shoot crows, foxes, raccoons as mentioned before. Mine has been charged for 6 years now. EAN: 011482000709 Item ID: 392 More from the manufacturer. The rear sight legs must be pried away from the barrel. so ive got eight pumps worth of air in the gun and the pump handle is open. My gun seems to not be holding air. I do have a concern with jarring the scope by the constant pumping, so I put a piece of 1/2 X 1/8 weather stripping on the inside of the fore arm stock. This isnt common, however, you are shooting very close. I use the Crosman 64 Williams Peep sight. And i wont be shootin anything larger than rabbits either. Will the model 392 repair kit at pyramydair be compatible with my model 342?Thanks,Jovie. also he gave me sheridan cylindrical pellets, but i was thinking about getting diablos for better accuracy, any comment on this idea? Any recommendations. ),No Way,I want a real gun,shes a country girl. Is 15 yards too close for this gun? please help me b.b. or at least try. is, but I know its a lot. Which intermount is better for this rifle, the B-Square or the Air Venturi? Guess my last comment is lost in cyber-space. Therefore, you should think twice about buying a scope or you can do yourself a favor and get a William peep sight as the best option. Made the adjustments and Im right in the bullseye. A 397 with good pellets will take a squirrel or rabbit at that range. Looks like I have to use those with whatever mount and scope I go with. Word verification is software provided by Blogger. Multi-pumps with scopes are VERY sensitive to handling. I was shooting my 392 a couple days back, and i decided to try holding the gun different ways to see how it affected accuracy. Im looking at getting a good multi pump rifle for squirrel hunting. That is the date I published it. Try my recommendation before doing anything else. It doesnt rust when exposed to the condensation from every shot, and it can be made smoother than a steel barrel. Thank you very much for helping me with this decision.Lonedog in Alabama. For my needs, Im probably going to stay with open sights (unless I cant get this question solved!). should i get it? Shoot the rifle at a target about 20 yards away. Affiliate Links are prominently displayed under the heading BUY FROM. The Benjamin is a classic design to say the least. The intermount is designed specifically for this rifle, so the one you received must have a problem. Thats as close to a 392 as I can come. Dont bump it or youll probably have to re-zero. Then return the forearm to its original position to complete one pump. Pin front sight. For more on the in-depth comparison between synthetic and wood stock, see this post. Featuring 12-shot .. C$749.99 Benjamin Benjamin 397 .177 Cal - Synthetic The classic multi-pump rifle from Benjamin Sheridan is now available in a synthe.. C$359.99 Benjamin Benjamin 392 .22 Cal - Synthetic C$359.99 Sale -20% Benjamin Spare Magazine for Marauder .25 Cal C$25.00 C$19.99 At the top of this page in the right-hand column, under the About Me section, notice the underlined words, Pyramyd Air Home. Would you choose the Air Venturi or B-Square intermount? Thanks B.B. Can anyone help me out with names of stores (in Minnesota) that sell the IZH 61 and the Benjamin 392? Sure you can use your scopes! Manual safety. but there are absolutely no stores selling the IZH near us shes gone to pawn shops specialty stores, gun shops/stores, fleet farm walmart, etc. If you have done that, the valve has too much pressure or the hammer to open it. I know they do offer services like mounting scopes, so there is a strong possibility they will mount this sight for you. So much trial and error!!! If you live in a sparse population area, this is not an issue at all. Isnt it great how a simple thing like an old pellet gun can bring back memories of a wonderful time? 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? The barrel doesnt break in, but cleaning it with JB Bore Cleaning Compound they way I have describved a half-dozen times in this blog will smooth it. Im with you. accuracy shouldnt be affected, but the velocity would change with the temp. The Sierra got good reviews on a couple of different sites, but the specks werent much different. 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. Benjamin 392 discontinued. I dont want to put that much into it. The reason I cant tell is I dont know where the knob was set when you started. OK BB. Thats enough for crows, but too light for raccoons and foxes unless the shot is perfect. Below 50 degrees F it wont shoot too hard. I was pretty excited to try out a more expensive pellet gun than I had ever owned, but this one is disappointing. I also got the recommended Williams peep sight. Only time will tell. Thats established because there are club guns with that kind of wear on them. The windage was turned 540 degrees west. I had a Benjamin .22 (possibly a 392) back in the 70's. It should be quite accurate. Theyre very well defined and after pumping the gun for a while they begin to get uncomfortable to hold. This quest is just beginning. Similar . Lets look at the latest rendition in a line of air rifles that had their beginnings more than 60 years ago. I found it its a B-Square Blue Streak Weaver Mount w/Rings. should i send it in to the company for repair? Crosman discontinued them earlier this year and it may be hard to locate one. 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. There are blue tabs near the top of the page. refills are about 20 cents an ounce so it wouldnt be too big of a deal, especially if i buy a few tanks to keep filled if i run out. so i took the gun out for some shooting. As far as pest (squirrel) control goes, and assuming an identical-to-comparable level of shooter accuracy between guns, what is a better bet: a higher FPS .177, or a lower FPS .22 ? Watching active hunters practise their craft initiated him into the world of hunting and rubrics of outdoor life. You cant do better than brass for a pneumatic barrel! or a long tube with a hole in it? First of all, I have been using .22 Crosman Wadcutters. At the first glance, the product images tell us that it has the same handsome, classic look. However, if I were to mount a scope on the 392/397 I would use the B-Square Weaver scope base for Benjamin Sheridan Blue Streak. ), The velocity is in the medium range but the knockdown power is more than enough for pest control and small game hunting, (For more on the best air rifle for squirrels, see this post). Quick alert - the debate A story is told of three Native American hunters. I dont see how the valve alignment could be screwed up by pumping without cocking. The price for the Benjamin 392 multi-pump air gun is about $150. Cock the gun, then pump it rapidly and shoot it 50 times with a pellet in it. I hope you are not tired of talking about airguns. As I recall, you have to lever it out of the solder joint, and it may be hard to put back. Keep the rifle pointed in a safe direction all the time you do this. 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