Thanks for all your info B.B. His business card says Benjamin, Sheridan and old Crosman model 140/1400 pneumatic air rifle repair. He puts them back to factory specs. The changes in both diameter and depth of wound path are clearly illustrated using this method. Its not my place to say whether you can shoot in the house or not. The tell II shoots, but seems a little underpowered, probably from 70+ years of use. i forgot that i had stored a pump of air in the rifle and pumped it seven more times, then i pulled the pump handle open and realized that it would be the ninth pump. Pellgunoil isnt a good lubricant. I had my mind wrapped aroung taking my first squirrel with the gun. Thank you very much for your time.-Robert. They are all very nice guns and are accurate enough to pot a cottontail rabbit at 35 yards with open sights. thanks for any help you can provide, and sorry about being long winded! I would rather have the Webley XOCET for the larger animals but am afraid I cannot pump the action. Perhaps more importantly on, on the subject of pellet selection, how would you rank the following pellets to be able to hit a chucks skull and penetrate when it does: gamo hunter, gamo masterpoint, crosman premier, JSB exact express, JSB exact jumbo, B&S Diablo, Beeman Kodiak? would i be able to take down larger birds like pheasents and quail with a non head shot? Heavier mass takes more force to accelerate, which equals more time. Seems to have the most direct and best info. Do you use the B-Square mount in conjunction with the b272? Glad I asked! Payment not received . You can install red dot sights and scopes as well, but for that you also need to buy the Crosman B272 4-piece Intermount to serve as a base for the dot sight or scope mounts. the last bb gun i had (crosman 760, i think) got about 5 inch groups at 20 feet (with a scope), while the benjamin got four pellets in the same hole at about 25 feet(with open sights, luck, mostly)!! 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? 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? This time when you set the gun aside, put two pumps in it for storage. I am extremely interested in it for its noise dampener. I waited for her to go out and then I went in the Back yard to check it out and sight it in. Thank you very much, BB, your blog has been extremely helpful. It should soon be available as a peep sight. 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. Oddly enough, I went to the Crosman website, and neither of its newest 392 or 397 manuals have the lateral sight instructions. When the high-pressure air hits the bolt, it tries to thrust it backwards, but the O-ring slides up out of its seat and seals the air, stopping the movement. I do not recommend scoping this rifle! The current page of the blog will open. The price, the looks and craftsmanship keep my buying Benjamin Sheradin models however. Hi Nick,Thanks for your comments on the Benjamin 392. for the screw that screws into the bolt and acts as the bolt lug, or what size it is to get at a hardware store? Whats the difference between pellgunoil and weblube? Great purchase! The Benjamin 392 matched all of the the criteria I had for the prefect rifle, except for one. If youre looking for a well made, affordable gun for pest control or just plinking around, you cant go wrong with the Benjamin 392. Copyright Hard Air Magazine. or is there a kit i can get? They dont seem to be made for that, do they? with medium weight pellets. Try it! Hey B.B. I have a problem with my benjamin multi pump. You can hit a quarter at 25 yards with the open sights, which should be plenty. The scope sits right behind the rear sight. I shot at a pellet tin today (diameter 2.5) from 45 yards offhand with gamo hunters and only connected on 6 of 10. It looks great next to the rest of my guns and adds a little variety to my collection. i will get the pellegun oil. If you do it yourself you learn more about yourself and the gun you are using. 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. They arent made well for it. Then that same year, with some new updates, it was relaunched as the Benjamin 397 and 392. If I were smart, Id toss them into the lead pot the next time I cast bullets. Ive got another problem though, i got my gun sighted in and i went out to find some squirrels that were chattering in the woods behind my house. Shoot them off the rail (still get a kick out of it)and study the pattern of impact on each can; high, low, left, or right etc. It still DOES NOT work. Though my very first, out of the box, groups were as tight as you said theyd be (shot at 10M), they were just a bit high and right. it just gets harder and harder to pump. Remember, back of the scope must move in the direction you want the shots to go. HAM participates in affiliate advertising programs. ql. But when you get used to it, it will become second nature and you can do it without a second thought. Is that correct? I am not into the historic aspects of it, just function. thx for all the help, too, and, ironicaly, ur help really helped me. It will take some time for what happens next. Lets make haste slowly, so you get what you want on the first go-round. Shoot the rifle at a target about 20 yards away. The looks of both guns are very similar, but this model has more to offer. I would use only the scopes and mounts Crosman recommends for use with the Intermount. At some point in the last 30 years (has it really been that long?) Is it supposed to make this hissing noise at the top of each stroke? 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. If the blog doesn't come up, just click on "blog" on the Pyramydair website at the top of the screen. I think ill buy this first for plinking until i can force myself to save the money forthe benjamin 392. 633.8 FPS and 12.76 FPE with Daisy 14.3 grains flat-nosed pellet. I over tightened it becuase I couldnt get the mounting to sit properly. The factory sights are cheap and inaccurate, so I wont bother using them. I REALLY LOVE THE FEEL OF THIS RIFLE! I found it at a local bi-mart and I spoke to a associate about it and he siad he used it on his old crosman. Remember, Im just a kid offering advice, B.B. I realize there may be other inefficiencies besides the light pellet. BB-Youre right as usual. finally he had a cheap 4 power scope mounted, but i was thinking of upgrading to a bug buster or similar, higher powered, scope. The number of times you can fill the guns tank doesnt change with the power setting, but the number of shots you get does. He told me to pump it only 6 times, and to count to 2 between each pump. Sorry about the typo. The Benjamin is made for roughing it, rather than just for sport. Its the bomb . Yesturday, I sighted in (at 20 yards) using the basic crosman field pointed pellets from walmart, and the crosman destroyers. i am having a very difficult time sighting the gun in. Hard Air Magazine is a Trademark of Archer Airguns Inc. No spam, only great airgun news and deals. Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2022. Do you just store them away for accuracy tests in later guns? I received a 0.22 Cal Benjamin Model 342 (predecessor to the 392???) I cant wait to shoot it, but i dont have any pellets yet, so i pumped the gun once (yep, its a little hard to pump, and i cant use my left hand, severed the tendon couple months ago), and set it in the corner of my room. Terms of Use | Im a strong guy, and wouldnt have to worry about the extra effort to pump. But that doesnt mean they wouldnt if they werent binding in some way. Mind if I ask which peep sight you bought. They want to remove them from the market. Monte Carlo stock has lots of advantages including: The Benjamin 392 uses a .22 pellet as its only ammo. Well, the Silver Streak would have brighter sights. Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2022, I love this gun. I havent heard that the Crosman Intermounts were not good, but Ill let our other readers comment on them. These guns are made the same every time, so I cant believe that just one cant be sighted in. Unfortunately, I couldnt find the mailing address to send my check to. Ive had the best results using crosman ammo. Thats it. P.S. When i started tightening the front part, the scew justs kept rolling as if it had no thread. RE: Crosman 392 PA advice. The dot sight ia not faulty, the mount is slanted down. Synthetic pellets do leave a residue in the bore, but it might not be too bad in a brass barrel like the 397s. The newer rifles or products typically are using better materials and better designs so they would perform better. I like it and will care for it so it will hold its value and maybe increase. 5. . Or should I try out the Crosman 800x? P.S. They are the same as Crosman Premiers and will work well in your gun. for al your help. When buying a used 392 or C9, is there anything to watch out for? Hi B.B. You literally have to have the top of your cheek bone resting on the stock to properly see over the sites which is not comfortable at all. While observing the breech, I did notice that the rubber sealing ring was uneven in its seat,.nothing drastic, but am I safe to assume this is because of the breaking action and closing like a hinge (hittin one side before the other?) Thats why they dont mention it. just wonderin. Heres a good article to read that B.B. Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2022. Am I doing something wrong? I use the Crosman 64 Williams Peep sight. At the risk of having this thread moved to the airgun mods gate , the valve work entails taking the valve apart, shortening the check valve about 1/8" and putting it back in the front of the valve, dropping a light spring of appropriate diameter and length in on top of the check and then dropping a small washer into the valve.The washer must be small enough to fit in the valve, but large . It seemed to be just the right combination of price, accuracy and power for my needs; mostly target shooting for fun, not competition, but weve got a pretty pesky raccoon problem here, and it sounds like the 392 will do the trick when needed. Well, now you are using good pellets. How to make a great gun even better? Let us help! Which would you recommend for any given circumstance and why. Ill have my nine yearold next weekend and shell show me how. It has been a pleasure doing business with you. Manage Settings If you have done that, the valve has too much pressure or the hammer to open it. However, an older 392 manual does contain the correct info. Would you be willing to do a review on the Steroid & bug buster combination? Yes thats normal. I have a Benjamin Model 342 that I got as a kid in the early 70s. I was suprised to find that the predators gave me a .75group at 10 yards. I like the 22SG a lot, but it does not equal the fit and finish of any of the three other guns. i really like the gun but is it worth it to repair or do i need to buy a new one? Ten to 20 yards is a toughie, because of the parallax between the sights and bore. As for pellets, use the heaviest accurate pellet you can find. The dive cylinder weighs about 40 pounds when filled, so factor that in. I would start with the JSB, then check the Kodiak. 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How do I browse to the current page? The 392 should hold a charge for hours, though it is not recommended to do that. Choose either the .22-caliber with speeds from 500-800 fps or the .177-caliber with speeds from 800-1100 fps. I nvr see any 392s on the sale/used lists, do u have any, shall we say hints?, of when the 392 may become available? I was way more sore in the hand after 80 pumps of the 392 than I am after 80 cocks of a CF-X (~38 lbs.?). I sent in three yesterday, and they arent showing up. IB and BB,Thanks for the advice. The gun isnt made to be sighted at 10 feet or even 10 yards. BB-Two more questions: I was under the impression that the 392 and the .20 cal bluestreak are essentially the same rifle in different calibers, however they are both listed at 685 fps on your site. He is kind of a gun snob, so a regular cheap BB gun wasnt going to cut it. Thanks for all the time you spend here. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Sheridan Benjamin 392PA .22 Cal 392 Air Rifle Pellets Wood Very at the best online prices at eBay! But they do ship fast, so the price doesnt seem high to me, its just that thats ten more bucks I have to come up with. Thats like buying a new car but not wanting to pay for gas because the price is so high. I can report on the Steroid Streak, if you like. But It cannot be too loud. Im not the best shot on the planet yet I can hit a target two-three inches in diameter (about the size of the kill zone on a chuck)without much of a problem at a about 45-50 yards with my 392 using a peep firing prone with a rest. Too, I have some old Benjamin Franklins one will hold air but the pump level pops down and the other makes a hiss after you pump it and will not hold air. I own a 397 and I am pleased with everything about it. I was shooting with open sights. It will take a while for me to answer all your questions. This might have been the rifle I wanted all along. Thank u for your help. It needs two-piece one-inch rings. I tried to get her to look at the IZH specs, but you know how women are. Having no trouble with the windage adjustment, but the elevation reticle is giving me fits. It is just wonderful to fire and accurate. Pumping action is hard for shooters with weak arms, Pumping action can be tedious experience at some points. From what Ive read and experienced (I own a 392 and 397) B.B. 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 pellets left a lot of residue on my fingers, is that lead dust or the preservatives or both? The Talon SS is one of the quietest precharged air rifles available. I dont know what you want to know about dwell time. so i am sighting the gun in at twenty yards and i still have to aim very low. Secondly, have you ever tried the benjamin sheridan cylindrical pellets in either of these uns and if so how do they perform? The rifle pumps up ok but does not hold the charge for very long. As far as the shipping goes, order four tins and offset it somewhat with the fourth tin free. We have no control over the Blogger software. Works great and quiets the slapping sound/impact on the barrel a good bit. ), 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). I had a Benjamin .22 (possibly a 392) back in the 70's. Is circular better than square? It tops out at 850 f.p.s. Im gonna buy more, and ill be giving up on buying the peep sight for a while, too (Ill get around to it). Its a lot of money but I think when I start shooting the Talon SS I will be glad I bought it. Thank you for all of the great info contained in this Blog. It can take down a larger prey easily. My wife took posession of my Blue Streak when rats invaded out house. 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. I would highly recommend this air rifle to any adult looking for quiet power to hunt small game. However, I am having difficulty getting it sighted it. Everything worked just fine until I hide it (from the kids) in the garage compartment last summer. Both scopes are ideal for me since I usually stick to shooting squirrel and plinking beer cans. The receiver is steel and has a longer scope rail than the pneumatic, so it is much easier to scope. Benjamin 392/397 Factory Rear Blade Sight Removal: All picture numbers are referenced to my Picasa photo album here: picasaweb.google.com/bsmoooth/Benjamin397. I bought a C9A .20 when I knew there were being discontinued. But you might miss the brain, so be prepared for follow-up shots. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations. This gun is a great choice for target shooting or for dealing with annoying pests in your yard. its http://www.myspace.com/airgunsniperthanks bb. DISCONTINUED! 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. I just received a new 392 from Pyramyd Air and am a very happy hunter! I wont dissapoint once I get a few stories. I like the way this sight looks. You can use this gun for target shooting, plinking, pest control, and small-game hunting. But the rewards will be good indeed! How do I get your detailed instructions for removing the rear sight from my 397? When I get used to plinking with the IZH-61 Ill move to insects, grasshoppers invade our area in the summer, and i think theyre pests, and my parents gave me permission.. so. 1, and this is something I can get over, Id the edges on the actual pump. The Sierra got good reviews on a couple of different sites, but the specks werent much different. . Gave it away to a friend who has it to this day. I taught her how to use it and she killed at least 11, including five in a row that were just sunning themselves on our steps. Trying to find a repair or restoration parts for a 1960s Benjamin Franklin pellet rifle 177cal. Contact him at airgunshop@aol.com or call 717-382-1481. However, can you advise on windage adjustment? i aslo wanted to know where to oil my gun. So Anyone whos reading this, dont be so quick to be shooting my way, try it out, but dont just stick to someone elses technique. I would rather have the 392, which I do have. Her best shot was a between-the-eyes offhand shot from 25 feet. An American classic gets an update with the synthetic-stocked Benjamin 392S/397S multi-pump pneumatic Air rifle series. Maybe Id do better prone. I pulled it out and went to sight it in and my first five shots were all really tight, it is a little bit of a bear to get the last 2 pumps especially since I have been ussing my springers so long but I have found that for just plinking aroung 5 to 6 punps have been plenty. I took 4 shots ater each adjustment. New, All-weather synthetic Stock and fore grip, DURABLE - Synthetic all-weather stock and foregrip, VARIABLE PUMP - Control the range of speed. I shot about 100 premiers and 100 benjamin pellets through the 392. I would love to try some nice pellets! BB,Wow thanks for the quick reply. In other words, what is the step-by-step to center the sighting from left to right? If the wind lets up Ill go try some more groupings today! Thanks.-Rob, B.B.-At the top of every pump, i.e. Emailing the two people i mentioned probably wouldnt hurt. Thanks a lot.-Rob. what scope would you recommend for this gun, aswell as mounts and rings? Figure them to be equal in power. Lets look at the latest rendition in a line of air rifles that had their beginnings more than 60 years ago. You need adjustable scope mounts to resolve this problem. would i be able to shoot it out? i plan on buying this rifle and dont know what to get for it. I guess you can tell Im a big fan of this air rifle! Still rings true. Theres another one of those stickers on it!!! I still dont totally understand the science behind it, but it works. Try the Beeman .20 caliber Field Target Special pellet. Thanks for your valuable advice. tried the Name/URL but have better success getting through under the anonymous identity thing. With many less fly aways. They differ in some small ways, but caliber is the biggest. I love my Sheridan Silver Streak C9. I loved those guns. i cant even shoot this well with my .22 firearm!!! Do you know what weight pellet was used when they chronied the silver/blue streak .20 cal? Gotcha. On Feb. 4th 06 Doug called his 1960s pellet rifle a Benjamin Franklin. One thing I still dont understand. has written (B.B. i really hope i dont have to send it back. I am a very reserved person and I am strict with my money, but youve helped me to realize that this is a sport that I will have to freely spend money to fully appreciate. Put your cursor on top of that word and click once. You have been very helpful. its from sports authority, its nearby so i dont have to pay for shipping. You cut and paste them! for answering all my questions. 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. Hope everyone here had a great holiday. Thjen cock it and shoot again without pumping or loading another pellet. Crosman Premier Domed look good, and seem to have more pellets for a more affordable price. tried adjusting, but no response. Those screws operate on a push-pull basis. I wasnt really crasy about this product, but things are starting to come around. LOLs Will using a heavier/tighter pellet like the Beemans and Gamos I mentionned break in the barrel faster? Hard Air Magazine covers the whole airgun community and provides visitors with a constantly changing variety of news and airgun test reviews. I did find my scope a tad loose the other day, so I yurned back the off-set mount a bit, and that solved the issue. Finally, the rifle will not hold air for longer than a few minutes. For my needs, Im probably going to stay with open sights (unless I cant get this question solved!). The 39X series of guns are made primarily of brass, and soldered together. Im afraid to use a bore brush. Anyway, I let my practical side won out. Its a Benjamin, not a Benjamin Franklin. . The Pellgunoil you put in the rifle is petroleum-based, so of course it will detonate (not diesel! Try JSB 15.8-grain Exacts and your accuracy should improve. what do u think? I plan on using the open sight and not mounting a scope on this rifle.It did need some cleaning up from the box, the metal needed a good rub down and I lightly oiled the stock and rubbed it down and now it is beautiful. Also, if you happen to scratch the black finish and brass shows though, a black sharpie marker hides it well (lets just say that my first attempt at removal involved more prying and hitting). My pick is the 392 because .22 caliber is a preferred hunting caliber. By the way, .20 caliber guns are in jeopardy for the same reason. Its practically the same rifle. . I need your recommendation for a pellet for larger animals like the grey fox and for smaller targets like crows. I promise. Were they discontinued in wood stock form? I like to shoot at 50 yards and see where every pellet goes, so I used the AirForce 4-16 scope on my rifle. However, I dontt like the pumping. Do NOT use anything but Crosman Pellgunoil to do this. Well I have concluded my tests, and I must say Im surprised. 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. Use a silicone chamber lube. Thanks Ill try your advice. 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! This is a job best left to a qualifies airgunsmith like Mac-1 or Bryan & Associates. Below 50 degrees F it wont shoot too hard. Can anyone help me out with names of stores (in Minnesota) that sell the IZH 61 and the Benjamin 392? I hope that answeres your question. I dont know the names of the parts but the scew from the b-square attachment kit and the part you screw it into on the beji are both shaved really bad. The Blue Streak does seem to have a slightly more stremlined look. At eight pumps they go straight through with the same size hole coming out as went in. I cant tell if Im just not used to the peculiar recoil of spring guns or if there is a problem with the gun or scope. I woud like to get it refurbished, as it has ahard time holding air now. PCP vs Spring Piston: Which one is better? Will it kill a raccoon and a grey fox if they are in very close range? 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. The quality, I'm sad to say, is lacking. Read this post:/blog/2006/1/adjustable-scope-mounts/. The bolt doesnt hold in the closed position either, with a tendency to rotate half loose while handling the rifle. The model I'm testing for you today is the first variation. By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. The pellet impacted exactly where I was aiming for an instant kill. You have many questions. Maybe youll get this one. They look like they have Weaver bases (a cross-key to attach to a cross-slotted base) and they can only fit a Weaver or Picatinny base. So if you insist to use the scope on this gun, you will need either Crosman 3/8 Intermount or the Air Venturi Weaver/Picatinny Intermount. Should I add pellgunoil to the joints, or is this just what happens when the joints are not in motion for an extended time? You wont be sorry. Does having the peep sight closer to the eye improve the peep sight in any way? At close range (under 20 yards) they are fine, but I would use a diabolo at longer ranges. It needs a rebuild and refinish. PS don't for get the daily blog at/blog//. Yes to the dive cylinder, no to the hand pump because of the effort it requires when you go above 2,500 psi. As for silicone chamber oil, why not order it here? This gun doesnt require any accessories at all. 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. Im considering returning the diasy and exchanging it for a blue streak or a 392. This is the second time I have answered this question and the third time you have asked it. In fact, that is the LEADING contributor to scope shift!. The Benjamin has laid to rest many pests and even taken game as large as racoons. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Is the scope the problem??? I have the 397 and plan on getting a 392 in the near future. i had my mom pick up Daisy Precision Max Flatnose Pellets at a local store, these are the only .22 pellets sold in my town. If not, I noticed some comments about loudness. What scope would you recommend and which mounts would I need? 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