A considerable number of different companies are engaged in the production of pneumatic rifle units and their accessories. One of the largest manufacturers of wind weapons is the American company Crosman Corporation. According to experts, this manufacturer occupies a leading position not only in the United States, but throughout the world. In 1994, the company's designers developed and soon patented the Crosman 1077 gas balloon air rifle. In the same year, they started mass production of this rifle unit. Judging by the numerous consumer reviews, this wind model, due to its very spectacular appearance and high technical characteristics, is in great demand. An overview of the Crosman 1077 air rifle is contained in this article.
Acquaintance with a wind weapon
The Crosman 1077 air rifle externally has much in common with the American-made semi-automatic carbine Ruger 10/22. According to experts, in the United States the oven is officially used for biathlon training.
Description
In the production of the Crosman 1077 4.5 mm air rifle (for the photo of this model, see the article), various materials are used. 80% of the parts are plastic. For the manufacture of the bed, receiver and the main parts of the trigger mechanism, durable polyamide is used, for the rifle magazine and some USM parts - polystyrene and flexible polypropylene. The dispenser, judging by the reviews of the owners, is too large and made of zinc alloy, a 12-gram cylinder with CO 2 and the receiver is made of brass.
The rifle is equipped with a steel thin-walled barrel, in which there are 9 right-handed rifling. Sights represent an open front sight and rear sight, which can be adjusted in two planes: by means of two screws having a longitudinal slot. Lead bullets, which are used for shooting, are kept in the store. Similar drum clips can be found in military weapons. A constructive advantage of such a store is that it is equipped with a rotary mechanism through which the drum is fixed.
In the event of a breakdown, this very critical part of the trigger mechanism is replaced by a similar one. A rifle with a fairly reliable fuse. The trigger mechanism works with self-cocking. In order to exclude accidental shooting, the oven was equipped with a trigger interceptor (interceptor). Thanks to this design feature, a shot will not occur if the air is dropped to the ground with the fuse activated.
What is the weapon for?
Air rifles are acquired by both professionals and amateurs. Due to the fact that the bullet has a high initial speed, this oven is suitable not only for entertainment, but also for bird hunting. In addition, small rodents are shot with a rifle. According to experts, Crosman 1077 can also be used for educational purposes.
On the strengths of pneumatics
Judging by numerous consumer reviews, the Crosman 1077 4.5 mm air rifle has the following advantages:
- Low weight. In addition, the weapon is quite compact.
- A very quiet shot.
- Rather strong construction, despite the fact that metal and plastic are used as the material in production. According to the owners, the characteristics of the Crosman 1077 air rifle are at a fairly high level for both weapons of this class.
- Good accuracy of the battle.
- Owners have the opportunity to install optics on a Crosman 1077 air rifle.
- A model with high quality workmanship. Judging by the reviews, this air gun is nice to hold in your hands.
- Multiple-charged oven. The reload procedure is quick, which is highly appreciated by the owners.
- Pneumatic is relatively affordable. You can buy it for about 3 thousand rubles.
About cons
Despite a number of undeniable advantages, the following disadvantages are inherent in the Crosman 1077 air rifle:
- Due to the light weight during the shooting, the oven often falls sideways. In connection with this fact, owners who decide to use optics may experience problems. Therefore, experts recommend equipping the gun with light sights, for which a low mount is provided. Beginners can be advised to pay attention to the type 4x20.
- Some argue that this weapon is not very good applicability.
- It may be difficult to clean the barrel.
- Due to the fact that the design has a lot of plastic parts, the oven should be handled as carefully as possible.
- The barrel may vibrate during firing.
- Many owners complain that when screwing in the cylinder, the Crosman 1077 air rifle lets gas through. The reason for this is the drying of the gasket. In this case, experts recommend pouring silicone oil into the barrel. After that, the weapon should be placed vertically and not touched for 30 minutes. The barrel should be turned up. In order for the oil to spread throughout the mechanism, you do not need to push the trigger a few times. If after performing these steps the gas is still bleed, the owner will have to acquire a new gasket.
- The shooter is completely dependent on CO2 cylinders.
About TTX
The following tactical and technical characteristics are inherent in the Crosman 1077 air rifle:
- By type, this model refers to a spiritual weapon.
- Total length - 93.7 cm.
- The oven weighs no more than 1.67 kg.
- Caliber air rifle Crosman 1077 4 5 mm.
- Ammunition store type. Shells in the amount of 12 pcs. contained in stores.
- A gas cylinder with CO 2 is used as an energy source.
- Shooting is carried out by lead bullets.
- In a minute, a projectile travels a distance of 190 m.
- The muzzle energy is 33 J.
- The oven is equipped with a rifled barrel type.
- Sights are presented entirely and front sight.
What is included?
The rifle is equipped with an instruction manual and trigger lock. If the weapon does not have open sights, then in addition to it an optical sight and a special key are attached, through which the optics are mounted on the pneumatic. Mounting is carried out to the bar at the top of the gun. In addition, a special napkin is put in the kit, with which the owner can clean the lenses.
About modifications
Based on the Crosman 1077 blowgun, several pneumatic models were created:
- 1077CA. The box of this rifle is gray. The kit included targets and special glasses. This model was produced only in 1995.
- 1077 SB. For a bed black color is provided. The metal parts of the rifle were subjected to chromium plating. Production of this model lasted in 1996.
- 1077 W. Pneumatics 1997 release. An American nut was used to make the bed.
- 1077LB and 1077LG. As a raw material for the bed, “multi-colored” plywood was used. American gunsmiths have been making these pneumatic rifle units from 2000 to the present day.
How to disassemble the pneumatics?
For those who do not know how to disassemble the Crosman 1077 air gun, experts recommend the following steps:
- First you need to remove the trunk.
- Then dismantle the bypass seal. At this stage, you will need a regular needle.
- Remove the plastic false backdrop, and then the trigger mechanism.
- Remove spring-loaded backdrop.
- Remove the piston. In this case, you should be as careful as possible so as not to damage the cuff.
How to charge?
To start charging the oven, you need to unscrew the corrugated steel clamping screw, which is located under the barrel. Judging by the reviews of the owners, the screw is equipped with soft and fine thread. If at this stage there are difficulties, then you can use a screwdriver, under which there is a special recess on the screw head. A new rifle in the forend may have an empty tank that is easy to shake out. It may be that the gas cylinder sticks to the seat in the inside of the forearm. In this case, two screws and a screw are unscrewed, and then the entire bed is removed. Next, use a screwdriver to slightly tuck the jammed bottle. After the "puncture" of the spray can charge the store. Lead bullets are inserted from the side in which there are no rotary teeth.
Then you need to move the Lock lever to the front position. As a result, a gap is formed in which the drum is inserted with the teeth directed forward. After the lever should be shifted back. If everything is done correctly, a characteristic click will sound. Before firing with the index finger, the Cross Bolt fuse is removed. If it remains on, the trigger will be locked. On the trigger guard on the right side there is a button that says Push Fire. If you press the fuse, the fuse head with the words Push Safe will appear on the back. There are red risks on it. To lock the trigger, just click on this head.
Finally
Despite the good design and characteristics, the owners of their ovens are trying to improve as much as possible. For example, a 12-gram gas cylinder can be replaced with a 250-gram one.
As a result, the initial velocity of the bullet will increase to 245 m / s. According to the reviews of some lovers of wind weapons, such a pneumatic design solution can be very disfiguring. So that during the shooting the gun does not fall to one side, you need to equip the butt with a metal insert. It is located between the butt and the butt plate.