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Why You Need an Airgun

 

When we go to public events, especially firearm-centric events, we often hear comments that contain some of the following phrases: “Ah, those are airsoft guns”, “Oh, they sell BB guns”, “Pushaw, I have real guns…” Yes, it’s a big world and not everyone understands everything. And, unfortunately...

What Exactly Is Blowback? Why It Matters When Choosing an Air Pistol

The Beretta M9A3 Fully Automatic .177 caliber BB pistol staged on a mat with two 12 gram CO2 cartridges beside it. The Beretta M9A3 is an officially licensed product made by Umarex.

If you've been shopping for a CO2 air pistol, you may have come across the term "blowback action" in product descriptions. New shooters often wonder: What exactly is blowback, and should you care about it when buying an airgun pistol? In this article, we'll break down the meaning of blowback, expl...

Umarex USA’s Optic Ready Airguns: A Game-Changer for Enthusiasts and Professionals

 

 Walther PDP Compact T4E marker

In the ninth installment of Umarex USA’s Airgun 411 series, the spotlight shines on a revolutionary feature transforming the airgun landscape: optic-ready platforms. Umarex, a titan in the airgun industry with nearly 50 years of German engineering expertise, has embraced the optics-ready trend...

Airgun 411, Installment 8: Mastering Small Game Hunting and Pest Control with Umarex Airguns

 

Welcome to the eighth chapter of Umarex USA’s Airgun 411 series, where we explore the dynamic world of airgun shooting. This installment focuses on small game hunting and pest control, two pursuits that blend precision, strategy, and practicality. Small game, such as rabbits and squirrels, offe...

Airgun Deer Hunting Secrets for Success

 

Here it is on the eve of another deer season and you are here because you want to give big bore airgun deer hunting a go.  First of all, thank you!  Whether or not you are using an Umarex airgun, we are just happy that you are doing your part to advance airgunning. We and several other airgun m...

Airgun 411: Part Seven — Family Plinking with Umarex Airguns for Fun and Bonding

 

Welcome to the seventh chapter of Umarex USA’s Airgun 411 series, where we explore the exciting world of airguns and their versatile applications. In this installment, we’re diving into family plinking with airguns, a fantastic activity that brings families together for safe, affordable, and me...

Airgun 411: Part Six Air Archery – Arrows with an Air-Powered Twist!

 

Welcome back, airgun fans, to the Airgun 411 series! Today we’re diving into a thrilling topic for our sixth installment: Air Archery. If you thought airguns were just for pellets and BBs, think again—we’re talking about launching arrows with the power of compressed air! Let’s explore the types...

Airgun 411: Part Five Unleashing the Power of Big Bore Airguns

 

Welcome back to the Airgun 411 series, where we’re breaking down everything you need to know about the world of airguns. If you’ve been following along, you know we’ve covered the basics, small game hunting, and more. Now, in this fifth installment, we’re cranking up the power to talk about big...

Some Days it’s Chicken, Some Days it’s Feathers

Abby Casey in 1980’s regalia shooting in the Big Bore Competition.

 

Competition season has a way of sneaking up on you. This year, there were a few issues that were out of my control that lead to a shortened practice season. A shortened practice season leads to rushed practice, but my overall s...

RMAC: Return to the Line

 

 To say that RMAC 2025 was a “good” experience would be a bit of an understatement if you ask me. There were world class shooters at every event, everywhere you looked. 100 yard bench rest, speed challenge,  precision marksman challenge, and big bore air gunner are the events you might expect t...