Emphatic +1. The Hide community knows the importance of a quality optic, particularly when attached to a quality rifle...but I'll highlight something that dawned on me after having a V-22 for several months... It has easily become my most often used rifle.
If you are going to be doing ANY shooting, like nrl 22 matches, where holdovers are necessary then you definitely want FFP. If your only target shooting and will be dialing everything then SFP will work just fine. I would read up on the differences to better understand SFP vs FFP. As far as zoom, on the low end 8x is plenty in my opinion. On the top end 25x is plenty, but more is always good. I’d rather have it and not need it.
I was having the same problem, I purchased the rod that a lot of the 22lr benchrest guys are using... The
I removed my ejector and smoothed all the edges to minimize cleaning rod damage. Initially I was using a Dewey .22 cal rod, have since switched to Dewey .20 with Vudoo bore guide.
I built my V22 to emulate my 308 and 6.5 They have vortex razors 4.5x27 with EBR-2C reticle. On my V22 I am using a Vortex PST 5X25 with same reticle and all are FFP. In my opinion shooting long distance with my big guns or very small targets with my V22 looks the same through the scope and I like a FFP presentation better especially when making corrections with the reticle.
I was in the exact same boat. Was just a few days away from ordering a second Anschutz and started reading about the Vudoo. I was happy with the accuracy of the Anschutz but the ejection problem is infuriating. Took in all the information I could and decided on the Vudoo. Picked it up yesterday. Can't wait to give it a go. Ended up going with the Ridgeback. The fact that is made in the USA was a big determining factor of purchase. The fact that Vudoo as a company and their customer service is second to none, just sealed the deal for me to buy a Vudoo.
My RPRF is shooting fine. .5-.6" at 50yds and 1.1" avg at 100yds. That's the average of 20+ 5 shot groups at both 50 and 100yds. Can't post pics for some reason right now (the controls above the posts are greyed out) but Monday 10 shots landed in 1.1" also, with majority hovering around .8 or so. That's plenty for a $650 gun and barrel. It's been doing that pretty regularly with SK Long Range so far. I'm plenty happy with that.
What do you think are the shortcomings of the Vudoo? It's as precise as any other 22 rimfire and it feeds reliably without damaging the bullet. Anything else is an accessory ... with dozens of off-the-shelf options. Oh yeah, the magazines are big and it's possible to load them incorrectly.
They have to have big mags just like any .22 conversion. Not an issue. I should not have a problem loading until I get much older. My CZ 457 MTR trigger guard is very refined especially when compared to my Annie's. Is there any fit, finish or function issue's. I'm looking at Chassis and I cant find one that I really like that is short enough. I hate the MDT ESS.
This is mine in MPA chassis with diamond trigger. I love the set up. Only hang up if you want to call it that is it likes good ammo. Mine runs smoothest with oil line vs wax. I absolutely love it.
Curious what type of shooting you do that you want less than an 8oz trigger
I cant seem to find any, and I am one picky bitch...
I used to shoot Olympic Air rifles and I just am used to their weight and style. To be clear.... not at the Olympics. Something called Field Target. I also prefer 2 stage. An Annie 5018 trigger goes down to 2 oz.
I too am a picky SOB, that is why I am asking. I really like my two 1416s but even they have some small issues. The trigger guard being the only real issue. The wood is very plain but I suppose I am asking about the V-22 action only. Both of the 1416s have the 5098 triggers that come set at 180 grams from the factory... 6.3 oz. 175 / 450 grams.
I have owned about every precision rimfire out there (no B.S. really everything...) and the Vudoo has no equal. I have owned 2 other rifle that hare close in function and accuracy: a custom Anschutz (that is currently for sale here on the Hide ?) and a Sauer 200 STR that had a 22lr conversion for it (that I should have never sold...). They both function 100% and are crazy accurate (see the 6X5 threads from the years gone by). I am not sure my Vudoo can shoot with the Anschutz but it is very close and I need to test some ammo as opposed to just shooting whatever, but where the Vudoo sets itself apart is the availability of aftermarket components.
Yes and MPA makes a few. However, you have to try it first. It is very comfortable.
All I have let out of my collection of air guns is my FWB P-70 FT.... It is a high power version and not the 10 meter type.
I have an HW95 scoped which is my winter shop gun. I enjoy it very much however it doesn’t hold the same place to me as a trainer (V22) due to the hold difference. With my 22 I emulate my long range rifle better.
