Getting a scope working with new rifle. Problems.

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Arkadi

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So I got this Crosman® Fire NP High Powered Air Rifle. Great gun good kick. Now trying to get a scope for it. Scope that came with it was very low quality.
Tried BARSKA 6-24x50 AO Varmint.. Was defective had to return it.
Latest I purchased Simmons ProSport 4-12x40 A/O Riflescope
It is reasonable clarity all is well. But I can't get it zero in.
It is completely frustrating.

Top shots I am trying to get adjustments work. Finally I get them and bottom left target I get center after that it jumps.
I do that manual aliment using rings etc. and I get it going on lower right. When it jumps again.

Here are my attempts: https://www.dropbox.com/s/hri2363jv43kgji/2.jpg?dl=0

Now I am stumped, I thought I already dealt with loosing zero. I can't figure if this is something I am doing not right...

Any ideas?

New update:
Took my new Simmons scope to warranty repair shop. I have asked if this scope is suitable for high power air gun. While I got some cringing... they have stated that Simmons is standing behind all their products and it appears High Power Air gun is an acceptable use. After they have checked scope I brought, they have identified an issue with it and now I am getting a replacement scope. Considering that scope I had apparently was discontinued model, I am getting Simmons WTC41240 Whitetail 4-12x 40mm Truplex. So all in all I am happy. Will see how new scope works out when I receive it.
 
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My air rifle is wicked on scopes ! I tried rifle scopes.....nothing seems to work. I'm having the same issue's as you. First 2 shots good...the rest suck bad. Took off the scope and just use irons now. good luck. PS. I'm not willing to spend good money on a $178 dollar air rifle.
 
You should be aware that since it is a break barrel action, the scope and barrel are separated by a hinged joint. No matter how well made it is intrinsically inaccurate compared to a typical scope/rifle arrangement.
 
stampede said:
You should be aware that since it is a break barrel action, the scope and barrel are separated by a hinged joint. No matter how well made it is intrinsically inaccurate compared to a typical scope/rifle arrangement.
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Ting ! & the light comes on. Your absolutely Right ! LOL I have to laugh at myself for not putting this together.
 
stampede said:
You should be aware that since it is a break barrel action, the scope and barrel are separated by a hinged joint. No matter how well made it is intrinsically inaccurate compared to a typical scope/rifle arrangement.
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I understand that. But to what degree??? I can expect a bit of drift between shots while that can be frustrating I can't see it being so systematic as what I am getting.
 
Arkadi said:
I understand that. But to what degree??? I can expect a bit of drift between shots while that can be frustrating I can't see it being so systematic as what I am getting.
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Air guns are very hold sensitive, look up "artillery hold".
How tightly you hold, or where you place your hands will change the point of impact.
If you are shooting off a rest you should place the forearm of the rifle on your hand(loosely)and place the back of your hand on the rest.
It is much more difficult to get consistent results out of a spring airgun than it is shooting a powder burner.
Good Luck!
 
flyr said:
Air guns are very hold sensitive, look up "artillery hold".
How tightly you hold, or where you place your hands will change the point of impact.
If you are shooting off a rest you should place the forearm of the rifle on your hand(loosely)and place the back of your hand on the rest.
It is much more difficult to get consistent results out of a spring airgun than it is shooting a powder burner.
Good Luck!
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Thank you for this information. I have looked at some videos in relation to info you posted. Very interesting.
 
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