The main task of optics is to ensure the most accurate pointing of the weapon at the target. But in order to achieve such a high efficiency of using such equipment, you need to know a few simple rules. For example, how to shoot an optical sight on pneumatics . In the predominant majority of cases, sufficiently detailed instructions are attached to any such devices. In it, you can read the full order of installation, shooting and further maintenance.
How to choose?
Before you shoot an optical sight on pneumatics, you need to select it. And the purchase of a particular model should be determined by some number of factors. Pay attention to the following characteristics:
- multiplicity;
- sighting mark;
- complexity and variety of available settings;
- lens diameter;
- the presence of mounting rings and brackets;
- manufacturer.
At the same time, you need to understand correctly that in the preparation process it will be necessary to use only those ammunition that you are going to use most often in the future. This is extremely important. This is because, on pneumatics, it is ideally necessary to shoot an optical sight precisely with the arsenal you are betting on.
Installation
Before installing optics, you should make sure that the pneumatic weapon is fully discharged, and there is no combat platoon. Also, be sure to check the condition of the fuse. Only then do the installation already, since on pneumatics it’s impossible to shoot the optical sight normally, if you put it incorrectly. The very procedure for its installation is as follows:
- The sight is placed on the rails. It is highly recommended not to mount the mounting rings closer to the center of the optics, and also to press them to the edges. Try to achieve a position where the sighting tube will not move and cannot be deformed. Few people understand that even microscopic lesions can adversely affect the functionality of the correction mechanism. And you are unlikely to be able to normally hit even special targets for pneumatics.
- Customized upper rings. After you are convinced of the correct installation of the sight, you will need to carry out its adjustment. Be sure to pay attention to the crosshair being installed strictly vertically, after which put the weapon on your shoulder and adjust the distance to the eye.
- Fixation. The main thing is not to overdo it with tightening the screws. Quite often, it happens that people simply deform the tube.
The most optimal sighting base is the "Weaver". It is worth noting that during the installation process you need to pay attention to the "moon", that is, a strip of light diffraction. If it is the same everywhere, then you managed to do everything right. In the process of how you choose a high-quality optical sight, prices are a factor that you should also pay attention to. The cheapest are 500-600 rubles. The price of expensive copies can exceed 30 thousand.
It is very important that the device itself and the rings are from the same manufacturer. Also, do not forget to check the purchased components for tolerance, for which purposefully sharpened steel cylinders can be used. Among other things, pay special attention to various subtle optics settings. In particular, check the level of the sight using vertical lines.
Choose the distance and position
In the process of how you will try to hit targets for pneumatics, you will need to conduct a regular change of position. And experts recommend starting from a distance of about 50 meters. After measuring the distance, set the target and carefully fix the pneumatics. It is worth noting that shooting can be done exclusively at specialized shooting ranges or in some area where hunting is allowed. So any optical sight is aimed - the prices of the device and its type do not play any role here.
The procedure itself is carried out from a lying position, and the use of soft emphasis is not allowed. The rifle will need to be fixed so that you can perfectly aim the open sight at the point. The crosshair is guided by specialized adjusting screws. And only then the first test shot is already carried out. If you do not use a collimator sight for pneumatics, then in this case in the future the distance will need to be constantly increased. Thus, first you shoot at a distance of 100 meters, then move away to 200, to 300, and so on.
In this case, the division of the adjustment screws must be carefully recorded for each distance. The procedure here is significantly different from how to shoot a standard collimator sight for pneumatics. In the role of a solid rifle emphasis, quite often many prefer to use specialized machines. But if this is not at your fingertips, then in this case you can simply fill the bag with sand and apply it. The main thing is to use a sufficiently firm position of the rifle on the shot.
Choose a target
Before determining the distance of the shot, you need to select the appropriate target. It is worth noting that quite often experienced hunters have different opinions about it. There are several options.
- The sheet of paper on which the target is manually drawn. It should be noted that kruglyash should not be hatched. And to draw it best with a marker.
- Downloaded and printed target. Today there is a fairly wide variety of varieties available. But at the same time, it is immediately worth noting the fact that there are different options for rifled and smooth-bore weapons.
- Military targets. They can often be found in specialized parts. And this is the best option.
Among other things, colored targets on the ground can be seen much better than black and white. Therefore, with them it will be easier for you to determine the distance and conduct aimed fire.
Which is better to use?
Quite often, recently, many began to use self-adhesive colored sheets. They need to be glued to the center of a standard white sheet. At the same time, it is worth noting the fact that in the vast majority of cases, experienced hunters are absolutely sure that homemade targets are much more effective than those bought in a store or printed out, since it is much easier to shoot an optical sight with them.
A roll of defective paper, on which a marking is applied with a marker, will completely surpass the standard thin print in its characteristics. The main reason for this efficiency is that dense material can withstand even quite strong wind gusts during field testing of optics without any difficulty.
Graduation
It is also worth noting that there is a certain gradation of targets, depending on which class of weapon is used and at what distance the fire is fired:
- Carabiner (distance - 100 m) - A-4 hard album sheet.
- Carabiner (distance - 200 m) - A-3.
- Carabiner (distance - 300 m) - A-1.
- Small-caliber rifle (distance - 50 m) - A-4.
Weapon fire
After the optics are installed, all the other preparatory work is done, you can proceed directly to the shooting procedure itself. First of all, you should remember that the average hit offset, depending on the chosen aiming point, will need to be changed over time. And if you painted the target yourself, then you will need to draw both lines - vertical and horizontal. Now that the reticle is ready for defeat, consider the step-by-step procedure:
- Preparation. This includes the process of plotting or buying targets, installing a machine or a standard sand bag, as well as subsequent positioning and measuring the firing distance.
- Adjustment. When installing the rifle on a portable machine, adjust the position of the crosshairs. This is done using specialized adjustment drums. Your main task in this case is to ensure that the crosshairs are reduced to the selected point.
- Trial attempt. When you are sure that the reticle is aimed at the target point, press the trigger.
- Determine sighting distance. This was already mentioned earlier - after the rifle is shot at a distance of 50 meters, you need to do the same at a distance of 100, 200 and 300 meters. To shift to the left of the point of impact, the reticle must be shifted to the right.
- We record the received information. Not everyone correctly understands that the divisions on the adjustment drums for each individual distance play a special role. Therefore, they always need to be recorded in detail. The side drum should be exposed constantly.
What's next?
Checking the target is done after you take about three to five shots. After analyzing the hit and additional adjustment of the optics, as well as adjusting the bracket for the optical sight, try to do a second group of shots. Produce them until the bullets are as close to the center of your target.
It is worth noting that in the case of rifled weapons, the shooting of optics has several differences, since the distance here starts from 150 meters and ends with a distance of 400. At the same time, you need to understand that you cannot achieve absolute flatness. Therefore, it is best to concentrate on an average distance, i.e. 200-250 meters.
Customization
Modern sights are equipped with a special diopter adjustment, due to which arrows with different vision can use it the same way. If set incorrectly, the reticle may be out of focus. As a result, additional tension will be created for the eyes.
Focus and Tuning
Parallax is a visible movement of the target, which is fixed by the eye relative to the reticle. In the process of moving the head, you can turn your attention to these changes in the eyepiece. Therefore, there are three main types of parallax detuning: back, front and side.
How to configure them?
The rear can be adjusted using zoom and ring. But it’s worth noting that today it’s not so common to find sights with similar focusing in stores. In the predominant majority of cases, modern front focus devices are equipped with a special rotating lens housing. Sights with lateral detuning have also recently been used more and more often, as they provide extremely easy access to the tuning wheel.
The main disadvantage of the second method with its relatively low price is the inconvenience. Scrolling in the manufacturing position of the parallax ring is far from so convenient, because it is localized directly on the lens. The SF mechanism has a large side steering wheel. Due to this, the shooter may not change the position of the head and body.
Backlight adjustment
It is worth noting that today, illumination is not used in every modern sight. It is used in order to distinguish it from the visible image at dusk or against the background of vegetation. At the same time, one must correctly understand that it should not overlap the goal. Therefore, it is better to stop your choice on those models in which adjustment is provided. In most cases, the backlight is green or red. But in deep twilight the most effective is double. It is customary to equip modern sights with LEDs. They highlight the grid selectively or as a whole, but sometimes only a point in the crosshair is highlighted. Now you know how to shoot an optical sight on pneumatics. Good luck with your hunt!