AIRGUN Hunting: Head Shot on Big Game?

[@Hunttip]

Love all your videos...yes this one was a bit longer and I personally really like that!! Longer if possible👍Keepem coming!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Joey Tipler thanks for the feed back and the like!

[@timbaskett6299]

Agreed

[@slomo1562]

Jim thought this video was too long. He didn't show the same footage 15 times, he didn't run in circles about the situation and he didn't add a bunch of useless filler. I want(ed) more but 10 minutes is a good sweet spot.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, appreciate that.

[@deahnasdad]

Amazing hunt. Amazing rifle. I have been looking at the Texans for a while. Thank you to the ranch owner for supporting Veterans. Go Navy!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Cory, I do like the Texans, they are a great big game rifle.

[@Tofazfou]

Excellent video JC. I agree with another poster that the longer videos flow better. WELL DONE!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Cedric, appreciate that. Hope all is well with you> Will you be at SHOT Show this year?

[@injairgun]

Jim, the length of video was perfect! I like watching what leads up to the kill instead of skipping forward and skipping important details.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks much, appreciate the feedback.

[@tedsell1455]

Right on

[@leafywatson249]

Me&wifey loves everything about this video & please keep them coming thanks

[@somayort]

Very good video Jim. I like the longer video format, allows us to spend more time with you on the hunt and seems to flow better than the shorter ones.

[@ratlivesmatter125]

Great vid. My Huben 25 cal puts out 110 ft/lbs, semi auto and 18 shots for quick follow-ups. AF needs to step up the game a bit.

[@americanairgunhunter]

The Piledriver and the AF are about the same performance (with respect to power), though I find the Piledriver more ergonomic and more consistent shot to shot.

[@timwilson8740]

Good job great shot I'm thinking about buying a Texan

[@spirorevelis7100]

I'm MOST amazed by the center point scope. Not bashing CP or trying to sound like a snob. It's just that usually you see an optic that 50% or more the price of the gun. If anything I give you extra points for that one!

[@americanairgunhunter]

A while back I dropped that rifle and banged it up a bit, but destroyed the scope. I had that CP scope laying around and put it on as a temporary solution. It worked, I'm lazy...... and there it sat. I've got five Texans in various calibers and configurations, and I use a few different scopes. But along these lines, I often use UTG/Leapers scopes..... they are low cost but several have very respectable optical quality for the price, they are very rugged and they have some compact versions that I like on the carbines. And counter-intuitively, I sometimes prefer the courser mil-dot reticles because they record better when I'm using a scope mounted camera.

[@spirorevelis7100]

@@americanairgunhunter Hard to believe but I have that same scope on a hatsan 125 spring, springer. (Non Vortex). It has survived over 5 years and likely 1500+ shots of pure abuse. Have never had to readjust. Has never lost POI. It's far from the best optical quality but it just goes to show that you don't have to always spend a fortune to achieve basic functional utility.

[@wildburroshop6581]

👍👍👍👍👍 Another awesome video Jim thank you and thank you for your service. A lot of us don't get a chance to hunt very often Jim, so your vids are great entertainment between hunts.

[@bornagian1744]

The length is great.u r doing a great job jim

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it!

[@MissionaryInMexico]

Jim, I just called TM and left a message. I intend to go hunting there as soon as possible, and will begin making arrangements once they call me.

[@americanairgunhunter]

You'll have a great time, I really liked these guys! Let's here how your trip goes!

[@thomasstanford1229]

Great video. Wish more people would post. The only way we are going to keep pcp legal and people enjoying them is for people to get informed. Would also like a video or two detailing what you need to get started in pcp hunting and maybe a little information about what is best caliber for what animal to humanely harvest. Love your videos keep it up.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@jerrycrowe8448]

No I love the video and length was fine can't wait to get into big bore hunting myself

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the feedback Jerry. I've got some hunts planned this season for mulie. whitetail, axis deer, ibex, javalina, and hogs with my big bores. It gets addictive once you get into it!

[@airguningcolorado]

I got my deer and elk both with my dragon claw .50 8 years and have filled my freezer every year I like your videos good shot

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks! I've got that whole series of Sam Yang / Senecas: DragonClaw, Recluse, 909.... they've served me very well.

[@stevenstitt3919]

Great hunt! Thanks for all you do for the airgun community!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate the support

[@Phalanx443]

Excellent shot, Jim! Wonderful video.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, appreciate that. It was a good hunt!

[@stevejenkins9984]

I like the long video to kill isn't the only important part of the hunt and I like seeing more of the hunt

[@davidnave4349]

I am super fascinated with these.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Better watch out, they are addictive!

[@MissionaryInMexico]

Wonderfully done!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Cristos Palabras thanks very much

[@MissionaryInMexico]

@@americanairgunhunter I've already contacted them.

[@JamesWilson-sb4io]

I enjoyed your video the length of it was perfect it gave me an opportunity to get more involved into your hunt and keep of the good work.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bsacadetmajor]

Yes liked from here in the uk keep them coming Jim.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for the support.

[@terrylarry1932]

Great video!! Love that air gun saving to purchase one

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Terry, AirForce is one of my favorites and they make a really solid big bore in the Texan.

[@1tomanyguns]

thx again jim i enjoy alll your videos aswell your articles in P X

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Alan, the support is greatly appreciated!

[@extreme.4576]

Great hunt Santiago, enjoyed our hunt also. Really enjoy all your vids! That .308 put that Aoudad down. Reminded me of an identical shot you made on a Spanish goat with a Texan .308. May have been that same Texan. Take care my Brother.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Chacho, I remember...... that goat was running and I took the follow up shot as he moved away. At least the aoudad hadn't taken off yet! I believe it was the same rifle, but since we did that hunt a while back, the barrel has been cut down, muzzle recrowned, and the suppressor added. Have a great TG and I'll give you a call when I'm back in country

[@motorgearhead]

I’m guessing a 105 grain solid .308 be just as effective as the HP bullet for head shot? How would you feel about taking a body shot with a 120 grain solid making about 265 ft/lbs? I’m trying to get a sense of what is ethical based on head or body shots? Any input would be helpful & welcome.

[@pesthunteroutdoors]

I like the 10 to 15 minutes it just right thx keep up the good work

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Jason, thanks for that feedback, I need to keep longer run times in mind when recording!

[@jerrypruett8870]

Watching again, LIKE! Semper FI!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks again!

[@timbaskett6299]

I probably wouldn't be able to contain myself after making an airgun hunt like that. It was great, and in my personal opinion I like the length of the video.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Timothy Baskett Thanks, glad you enjoyed. It was a great hunt all around, and like I said I was impressed by the people I met...really a great trip!

[@cheapairgunner1966]

Great video. Useful information, perfect length time-wise. Enjoy all your videos!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thank you very much, appreciate the support!

[@troyandskyelar9588]

Great video, I much prefer active hunting vs sitting in blind. Thumbs up and a share 👍🏻

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, that was an exciting hunt.

[@DaveShooter1]

Hi Jim- Been a few Years. Very nice Video and Hunt by You.. Awesome ole Buddy..

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Dave, and welcome back.

[@markvines7308]

Lovely shot

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Mark

[@Droptineful]

Great video Jim! Keep’em coming!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@lrn5755]

That was a great shot...short but good hunting video.

[@chrisfigueroa3361]

That is so awesome Jim I really enjoy your videos and of course your hunts thanks for sharing can't wait to see the next one ..gives me hope that one day I'll shoot a big game animal with a air gun ..ps I like the longer videos you make thanks again buddy

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Chris; thanks for the comments, it's appreciated!

[@chrisfigueroa3361]

@@americanairgunhunter yes sir I love your channel very entertaining and helpful

[@williamsparks6811]

Another great video, Jim!

[@americanairgunhunter]

William Sparks Thanks, appreciate that!

[@tims6865]

thanks! great vids!!

[@kiltedmonster1]

Great shooting Jim, supper vid cheers

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Scott, it was an enjoyable hunt and I was impressed by the Texan .308.

[@shadeau6]

Whenever you say "i love it when a plan cones together" i hear Mr.T say "cuba how the hell I get to cuba? I told you I aint gettin on no plane hannibal...

[@henrymoreland8719]

Whats not to like, thanks Jim.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@r4vlogg]

Good shot 👍👍👍

[@benniejackson3864]

Videos are good brother keep them coming

[@johnschwartz3861]

Awesome video , soon I’ll be a owner of 1 of 4 Texans , still not sure what 1 , I too would love to see you hunt with the .457 , thank you

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks John. I've hunted a lot with the Texans, and they are powerful. But would also recommend that you look at the Hatsan Piledriver .457 or .50. The power output is about the same, but the Hatsan is a more ergonomic package. These guns are already shipping as of the SHOT Show.

[@BernieDiaz]

Thanks for the video. I'm seriously considering buying a PCP rifle... either the FX Impact or the Airforce .357 with the new valve design. Good info on the Aeromagnum slugs.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Bernie Diaz thanks, let’s hear which rifle you end up going with

[@user-oc6qs1po3j]

You will let your powder burners rust out once you get a PCP get a 177 or 22 an shoot at home too I got a Benjamin marauder field an trial with lother Walter barrle she will drop pellet on pellet unreal fun

[@BernieDiaz]

@@user-oc6qs1po3j I have several .177 and .22 air rifles and handguns, but no PCPs, only springers, and CO2s. I need to take the leap into the PCP world. Everything else seems like a toy nowadays. Getting ready to get rid of all and go full PCP.

[@user-oc6qs1po3j]

@@BernieDiaz ya I got 2 Springer's that are rusting away. I'm sure there are good ones I went to a field trial guys there had under lever ones where barrle stay put an they where very good but ya the PCP is unreal an so so accurate. If you want to do field trial an close to baton rouge or Biloxi Ms let me know. I bet at 25 to 50 yards mine could out shoot most 22 lr

[@monkyshine5543]

Great hunt.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@bubbleone6526]

Great video. 👍

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks 👍

[@kenfan5666]

Jim, Don't change a thing about your videos. I watch them all. I watch what I watch based on what I want to hunt. And I try to get as much information I can to make my decisions so please pack in as much information as possible. Right now I'm planning on taking my kids on their first hunts next year. We will be hunting iguana, rabbit, raccoon, and small pig hunting. Trying to decide on caliber and type of air rifle right now. Initially was looking at Gamo Magnum Swarm gen2 in .22 but then thought about the Gamo Urban pcp. I might just get both. Benjamin pcp's are also pretty attractive and are in the same ballpark but also have a .25 so I was wondering if I should go for the .25 Benjamin Armada or Marauder because they are very customizable or should I stick with the .22's that I already have and just limit myself to head shots, smaller animals, and closer distances ie less than 35 yards. Would love your feedback. Stay Safe, Be Well, God Bless.

[@trpe71]

Great vid as always Jim! I am heading down that way in a few days to hunt with the AGs, can't wait!!

[@americanairgunhunter]

Have fun and good luck!!

[@nealtressler1661]

Sweet shot Jim... question... I know the meat of the fallow is quite good... how about the meat

[@americanairgunhunter]

I haven't eaten any yet, but Stewart (the guy that took the meat) tells me it's good and we'll have it in chili on my next trip

[@Gunner-ll1zd]

Cool gun setup. How made the ldc? Slip on or screw on?

[@gallopingg1]

ONLY ONE PROBLEM WITH THIS VID JIM, STILL NEED LONGER, 15/20 MINS PLEASE, GREAT VIDS AS ALWAYS,, CLICK THE THUMBS UP BEFORE YOU EVEN START TO SPEAK. MICK FROM UK,

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Mick..... been listening to you, there getting longer :)

[@stevejenkins9984]

I love the longer video normally that's my one complaint about your videos and they seem very short kind of like they're rushed. I love to hunt and watch hunting with airguns! I want to see some of the hunt also in this included more I appreciate that.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Hi Steve, Sometimes they are a bit rushed....... I just want to hunt and I have to keep remembering to film. I will add some longer ones, especially my multi-day camp based hunting trips.

[@piitii8141]

what is the bipod you're using here?

[@parsasharahi4469]

Hello sir, where is the best shooting point for a deer hunting bullet with a PCP rifle?

[@americanairgunhunter]

My preference is a heart/lung shot. The deer may run a short distance, but it is the surest way to make sure they go down. Keep the shot low and behind the front leg. If you hit high the deer will still go down, but might take longer to bleed out and leave less of a trail if you need to track.

[@pczrvp]

Just found your channel. Love it. Great stuff. I don't know if I've missed it on a couple of the videos, but could you give the distance of your shots. Also, what is the distance with the respective air guns you're using that you feel comfortable taking a shot. Thank you. Keep up the great work.

[@duanehopland7506]

That smoked him! Love those aeromagnums !

[@macsorfi5815]

good job

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks

[@Gamefarmnet-1991]

Hi from South Africa

[@americanairgunhunter]

Greetings and welcome!

[@thirtyyott-6762]

Beautiful animal. Does it taste like typical whitetail venison?

[@tompatton4010]

Excellent video,try the Hatsan Harpoon

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks! Used the Harpoon here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaqre6mriq2eptU

[@akmtheman]

Hey Jim love all your video i been watching them it's one of the reason I got into big bore airguns been watching your for several years keep up the good work I have a question for you where do you get the adapters that you put on all your Texans bud stocks

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks Tony, appreciate your support! Those buttpads came from Amazon and were called the GlobalPioneer New Stock 6 Position Ribbed Stealth Slip on Rubber Combat Buttpad. They cost about $8.

[@parsasharahi4469]

Hello sir, which part of the animal did you shoot?

[@americanairgunhunter]

It's an aoudad.

[@sailingddcircumnavigation5931]

Awesome

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks!

[@bowfishingfalcon1162]

Nice shooting Jim, great gun,can you do a hunting video with the hercules 45 ,thanks

[@americanairgunhunter]

I will do something else this year with it, don't know if you've seen on my channel, but there are a couple hunts with this gun.

[@randyperkins5063]

Awesome hunt jim! What's your favorite Ranch in Texas to hunt and wallet-friendly?

[@ajazshah9693]

Insane Great

[@Cearasniper-uw6vd]

UAL perfeit show show

[@americanairgunhunter]

Thanks, I was pleased at how the animal dropped.

[@debbies3763]

GREAT VIDEO, HEY NEXT TIME SHOW THE ENTRY WOUND, BECAUSE I COULDNT SEE WHERE YOU HIT??

[@charlesmcdo1884]

Great

[@GurpreetSingh-eu7mr]

👍👌Lucky u can do it

[@eli9862]

Votes: Airforce Texan or Hatsan Piledriver same caliber.

[@JSabh]

Great hunt, you had enough ft lbs to drop them with a lung or heart shot btw. 50 ft lbs is enough to break almost any bone and definitely kill. Think arrows, you can legally kill a deer with only 40lbs of draw and 30 ft lbs. Just need to be withing 40 yards.

[@landonemory7902]

J S i would want a lot more than 40 ft lbs to take a body shot on a 200 plus animal. Normally you want ft lbs equal to animals weight, now that’s not always the case but worst case then you have the extra power Incase you make a bad shot.

[@terryhouse7631]

Why didn't you use the texan 50 cal

[@americanairgunhunter]

I actually intended to use the .457, but when I was sighting in a valve seal blew out and the only other gun I had along was the .308. I would also mention that I have six AirForce Texan rifles and carbines, and this was the only failure I'd ever had before or since. Just bad luck.

[@terryhouse7631]

@@americanairgunhunter i truly enjoy watching your videos i haven't seen to many people using the 50 so I was just curious i am going to try to get my first texan this year any ideas. I live in Arkansas and would love to hunt this year with one.

[@americanairgunhunter]

@@terryhouse7631 Hi Terry, I tend to gravitate to the .457, flatter shooting and throws a big enough chunk of lead at a high enough energy to take anything you'll shoot in North America..... unless planning a bison hunt or maybe one of the really big exotics in Texas. But for deer and hogs, even elk it's enough gun!

[@terryhouse7631]

@@americanairgunhunter at what is the longest distances would the .457 and the .50 be accurate? And do you have a preference on ammo and scope .? I've been try to get ahold of pyramid air but can't get through to order by phone.

[@indradilichannel757]

coollll....

[@josephmetzler1335]

Did u really put a Centerpoint scope on a Texan?

[@americanairgunhunter]

I've got many great scopes that I prefer: Vortex, Game-Getter (Custom), Hawke, MTC, Athlon, Leupold, and others on the higher-end, also lots of UTG for more wallet friendly optics. I'd slapped the Centerpoint on the Texan to try out some new bullets, because it was laying around not being used. Then due to some logistics issues, I needed a rifle on short notice. Not my first choice in a scope, but there was plenty of light, shots would be inside of 75 yards, and didn't want to waste time swapping and re-zeroing. Even though it's only OK, (the reticle and glass are ok in broad daylight).... it is probably the worst scope in my gun room....but I was confident it would work well enough in this scenario.

[@josephmetzler1335]

Oh I understand. I happen to have a centerpoint laying around myself. It was my 1st scope ever before I got addicted. U seem like a pro so I just couldn't understand why that would be ur scope of choice but they will get u by in a jam. On my centerpoint the paralax is so hard to move I'm afraid itll break

[@farshadebrahimi3119]

yes

[@robertevans8126]

sharing

[@davidhagerman7165]

It was the right length.

[@bartvanriel6767]

10 minutes is fine

[@donwilson350]

You know the Texans really well-made rifle but I like a more of a traditional rifle that's got a really good forearm on it and I don't like a single shot I like a magazine-fed rifle I would never buy a single shot Big Bore myself

[@chihansingmashangva8900]

Where can I get that air rifle in india

[@americanairgunhunter]

Sorry, not sure. Do you have any power or caliber restrictions there?

[@chihansingmashangva8900]

@@americanairgunhunter yes we have restrictions

[@hoadang9907]

7.62? 6.35 ?

[@americanairgunhunter]

7.62

[@hoadang9907]

@@americanairgunhunter 🥰

[@VroomAndPew]

Good video but please, we are not VET-TRENS. We are veterans. Thanks for what you do!

[@thefarmingairgunner4139]

I prefer headshots on all game when airgun hunting. Just personal preference.

[@americanairgunhunter]

I'm not hung up on it one way or the other. I think heart lung shots work equally as well. I do have preferences for each, but they tend to be situational.

[@thefarmingairgunner4139]

americanairgunhunter I fully understand! I have nothing against any shot preference someone takes as long as the game is hunted ethically. I just love the challenge of headshots, especially small game. Excellent video as always!

[@americanairgunhunter]

No doubt head shots can turn their lights out fast..... Ironically, I found that when shooting some critters (jackrabbits especially) they can flop around before the nervous system shuts down, and it gets so bloody I can't use the footage (not a problem if you're not filming). Not always, but happens enough. A lung shot the rabbit might run 15 yards, but then it just tends to fall over dead. On the other hand, squirrels in trees I like head shots because they either drop down dead or flop out of the tree. With lung shots they can make it to their dens before dying, then you can't retrieve them. I know a lot of guys that only do head shots on small game. When talking about big game their is a whole other argument and conventional wisdom on never taking a head shot. On this topic I have my own shots, but take a "to each his own" view. Appreciate your comments!

[@pankajvaishnav8805]

How can i get it in india.

[@americanairgunhunter]

Sorry, I'm not sure. Perhaps someone else can answer. Let's hear if anyone knows

[@Alexpur817]

Abilene isn’t north Texas…

[@americanairgunhunter]

Not a geography expert, went by definition of N. Texas in Wikipedia “Texas, North Central Texas , and Nortex) is a term used primarily by residents of Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding areas to describe much of the northern portion of the U.S. state of Texas. Residents of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex generally consider North Texas to include the area south of Oklahoma, east of Abilene, west of Paris, and north of Waco. “ I was actually well north of Abilene, closer to OK. That wasn’t the main point, please do call it whatever region you want to.

[@Alexpur817]

@@americanairgunhunter but even by wiki (which is painfully incorrect all too often) this isn’t correct as wiki states east of Abilene and in this video you are NW of Abilene. More west Texas really….

[@kennethprice3978]

Great video 😊