FX Crown .22 - TUNING GUIDE + (Review) + Accuracy Test! + SETUP - How to Tune a Regulated PCP Airgun

[@ashag2535]

I am a 47 year old shooter with a lot of guns, also pcp airguns. Now I bought my first FX (dreamline lite .30) and its ready to optimize/tune. So I do my research to reduce mistakes, maybe expensive mistakes ;-) So I found your channel and before I take hands at the first time at my FX, I think I am able to to a lot of things now. Thank you very much! Yes, I also saw your video about FX dl before 👍👌and it opened my eyes more about this great rifle 🙂 greetings from germany

[@aeacvlog2033]

Greetings and thank you for the kind note!!! Steve

[@geo5772]

Steve, great vid, was seriously pleased to see you pick up where Ernest left off in regards to tuning the Crown. I mean no disrespect to Ernest when I say that it’s simply that he focused more on the Impact and it’s subsequent release and modifications. I would add that the “Letters” on the Power Wheel add even more fine tuning as they place the cam at a point in between the individual “Numbers”. So basically Max, “A”, “5”, “B”, “4” etc. increment the cam with even more subtleties, about as close as we Crown owners will get to the Impacts Valve Spring adjuster. I’ll have to set up my LabRadar and run off a few shot strings using those sequential number letter settings and post it on AGN, well unless you beat me to it! Again great job, thanks! George

[@17chucksters]

After owning a Dreamline for a year, your tuning recommendations are making a lot more sense. Tuning can be frustrating at first. I’ve watched this video and the Dreamline video at least 3 times. There’s a lot of valuable information in them. Thanks!

[@mikeugolini1682]

It took me 3 sittings to complete the video but way worth it. The detailed knowledge share on tuning was incredible. Not only for the Crown, but for any gun that allows for adjustments. I never really understood when people talked about harmony, but I get it now. Thanks for the education and the entertainment.

[@sjl6628]

This video was well worth watching for any new Crown owner. It amazes me that you gave so much information in one take that lasts 96.5 minutes. Thanks, Steve. Excellent information.

[@AEAC]

Thanks Steve, I really appreciate that buddy. I've got another one coming soon on the Impact M3. Steve

[@WallT6969]

Great video! I tried to purchase the Crown Continuum package with a GRS stock and everywhere I checked it was at least a 3-10 month back order. I found and purchased and just received my new FX Crown Mark II .22 caliber, 600mm barrel, with the GRS stock and I love it! This video was very helpful to me in tuning my Crown for the best accuracy. My Crown has the new rear power adjustment dial that has 24 different levels. I now know the best settings to use for the various pellets I shoot. I also use the FX radar chronograph and I love it!

[@AEAC]

Great to hear 👍

[@herbertsroyce3942]

Yes ! I like my Crown Conti. As a traditional stock lay out type of PcP It can do Sooo many things and do them well. I have also picked up some CARM products for my Crown. Darco's Single shot tray Is AWSOME! Thanks for your content.

[@toolbox-gua]

You and your videos and this one in particular makes me go into airgun sport with the right equipment and the right way to do it. Joyment to the max.

[@DaddyBusAdventures]

Steve, nice capture of all the subtle differences between hammer spring tension and reg pressure and overall balance. Always enjoy your thorough vids.

[@bacolod50]

I have been waiting for this guide for the continuum. thank you for making this long awaited video.it will serve as my owner's manual/guide.

[@michaelbritain5546]

Just picked mine up today, mounted the scope cleaned the barrel, now a 4 day wait before I can get to the range, excellent review and I learned an awful lot from this video, love your reviews.

[@AEAC]

👊😁

[@pttroe8142]

Hi, a newbe airgunner here. Got the Gamo Coyote, and having a lot of fun! But... falling in love with this gun! I'm located in Norway, and not (yet) gun licensed, so .177 is my only option. I was looking at the dreamliner (about 1000$) as a 50 year anniversary gift to myself, but for $ 350 more I can get the Crown. It's not just gonna be a gun, but also a "work of art " on my wall. Thanks for this awesome tutorial! Also.. big ups to all, on how to deal with a troll like gildeman! No anger, just pity, "understanding" and facts! Awesome response from the airgun community to a sad, unhappy person! Greetz and good health from Norway! :)

[@aeacvlog2033]

Greetings!!

[@brucedevilbiss3279]

I am sold. Now I just got to wait for this virus thing to calm down to make sure I don't need that money for something else. Great review Steve. Stay healthy.

[@bulufish8208]

I saw an 1hour half. But one of the best time spent in this confinement. I knew this was my next purchase but had to wait for the best informative video. Thanks and be safe.

[@glennchaffin8446]

Thank you Steve. I don't know if I have ever watched a You Tube video of this length before today but it was worth every minute for me. I just got my FX Crown Continuum MKII .25 cal. Black Pepper Laminate three weeks ago and I love it. This video was more like an instructional college course in FX air gun set up and no where near an advertisement for FX Airguns, which by the way, I had already decided to buy before I ever saw this video. I was most interested in the caliber change segment and slug barrel liner how to. Thanks for making it a simple process. P.S. I'm now a subscriber.

[@SHOOTER3258]

hi! i gave back that damn rti priest to RTi and i bought the FX impact mk2 700mm! This airgun is GOD of airguns! great video btw!

[@Mike_P646]

I personally don't like FX rifles but always like your reviews👌

[@moonliteX]

wow i thought everyone's a fan of fx 😅 what do YOU then consider as the ultimate in long range airgun shooting? i'm genuinely trying to learn :)

[@lennygaudette4358]

thank you for this I just got a fx crown continuum 25 cal. incredible

[@AEAC]

👊

[@AirHeadArms]

Fantastic instructor!!! I’m new to the air gun world but already spoiled with a Crown and Impact. Enjoy all your videos!!

[@AEAC]

Thans Pat!! Best, Steve

[@josvandermaat3464]

Many thanks for this fantastic instructional video!👍 Lots of respect for the effort you've put in here! I am now really hooked on this fabulous gun. Sadly enough I am not into real hunting and 'only' shoot Hunter Field Target Competition where I don't need the great versatility the FX Crown can offer. But maybe, one day, I will treat myself with this beautiful piece of engineering....😁 Keep up the good work and best regards from The Netherlands!

[@aeacvlog2033]

Hello Netherlands!

[@johnborg353]

Awesome detailed review Steve! I not a real fan of playing around with the tuning too much, however this gave great insight into the operation of pcp's. I just got a RAW and will keep all this great information in mind whilst getting to know it.

[@aizaobba]

Thank you again. I took your advice (prior video you did which i only saw last week) and looked up this one to find more updated info in barrel changing and interplay between hammer spring and reg pressure and you explained it extremely well. I have watched this video a few times and "get it". I think this type of adjustability in an airgun and what will inevitably follow will do much for the airgun world. It is a very cohesive explanation.

[@AEAC]

most welcome

[@asmrwithkhloe8459]

Hey Steve, Been a loyal watcher for awhile......Just wanted to say you do great work both in the tech talks as well as reviews. Very well done and much appreciated!

[@AEAC]

Hi Mike. Thanks for the nice note and good to have u with us 👍😊

[@ralfvip]

Hello Steve. Great review. We need those great videos from you in those difficult days. Nice job. Stay safe and health.

[@tshooter4419]

Lots to digest! Thanks Steve for all your hard work. You are a great asset to the industry!

[@AEAC]

Most welcome! Thanks for the note. Steve

[@xandre212]

Thank you for doing such an awesome review. I really find your reviews and advice very valuable to my learning of tuning airguns. Take care and stay safe

[@gabortoth1977]

Hi Steve, this is a fantastic good review, I learned a lot about this new gun and in general in air rifle tuning. The review is so much detailed, but in the same time describes things in a very "common sense" way with much practical approach. I myself have a previous Crown in .177, but can't wait to try out this rifle also sometime. :)

[@mhiggs2000]

Element optics - How about giving the option of sidewheels for your new scopes.

[@ryanhenderson4395]

Nice video...for the Chrono, the FX Chrono is actually seeing the pellet directly at the muzzle and the LabRadar is seeing several feet in front of the muzzle. This means the FX Chrono is actually more useful and accurate. It’s why the FX Chrono usually has a higher baseline velocity....you loose several FPS by the time the Lab Radar picks up the pellet. Now if they would just make it work from 500 to 4000fps they would force LabRadar out of business!

[@jens.schmitt]

Hello Steve, Great vid, thank you, especially the tuning section, even if you got mixed up with the terms every now and then. Great as well the explanation how you get to a good tune. Maybe one point where I would come to a different conclusion than you did: At the point where you crank up the hammer spring pre-tension by turning in the small grub screw in the power wheel and the turn up the reg to 150 bar: the fact that the first several high settings don’t change velocity is due to the fact that the hammer hits so hard, that all (regulated) air in the plenum is exhausted. Only when the curve begins to incline, the regulated air quantity in the plenum chamber is not fully exhausted due to less hammer force. This explains also that when cranking up reg pressure to 160 bar, the curve starts to incline earlier (hammer spring force is relatively weaker against regulated pressure - man you’re right, not really easy to explain simply...). Nevertheless, the tuning section is my favorite in this video, I’d like to encourage you for more. Ah yes, and thanks for all the hard work getting all these videos done and online for us. Greetings from France

[@aeacvlog2033]

Greetings 😊

[@nicholasdugas4140]

I really enjoyed this review thank you for all the work you have put into it. The charts are great and you gave me a much greater understanding of tuning.

[@alexmlawsky4170]

Thanks for putting in the time and affect to produce this.

[@gilb9593]

I'm ready to buy another Crown, this time I want the Continuum with the short barrel in .22 and the long one in .30 cal. Also I need the power plenum for it. That was the dream I had last night! Thanks for the detailed review.

[@Mouse2677]

Excellent overview of the FX Air Mechanics!! Thanks for the Education!!

[@heithwatkins]

Thanks Steve. This is another rifle that I am thinking about buying. If my wife doesn't find out....... And I must disclose. FX paid me $10,000 dollars to write that. I don't want to offend Glideman!😎😎😎

[@FXAirguns]

Hahaha, check is in the mail Heith. Fantastic comment!

[@DaddyBusAdventures]

LOL. Even if FX didn't pay you 10k, your wife will eventually forgive you. BTW, it is an awesome setup and this is coming from someone that really is not paid by FX. Got mine Aug last year and I am super happy with it. I almost exclusively shoot it with the 700mm barrel. I get with JSB Monster Redesigned (0.22 at 25gr) 0.8-1.2in groups out at 100yards @ about 930FPS. Not bad at all

[@IstvanKoronkai]

Respect! There is a menu in the application (Calibrate) that can be used to correct the accuracy of the measurements. Provided you consider LR's measurement to be good...

[@ryanford736]

Well, no surprise that one of the best, (if not the best), airgun reviewers would have a troll. And if Gildeman isn't a troll, then maybe another word that rhymes with troll. (It's a compound word that's usually considered vulgar and has two syllables). Thanks for the great reviews Steve, keep 'em coming and don't change a thing.

[@rmscallouts9275]

Hey Steve... I once had two lab dars running side by side and they actually also gave two different readings, not by much but they were different none the less. thanks for the great videos as always.

[@AEAC]

👍

[@trainwon5699]

Hey Steve thanks for the great reviews on this gun. By your detailed review on this gun,showing the versatility of the FX Crown Continuum helped me to make up my mind. I Pulled the Trigger LOL today. All the best from Dade City Fl.

[@AEAC]

Good to hear 👍, thank u 😊

[@hankvana2149]

Thanks for all the details Steve - they will come in handy! Just ordered a .22 caliber walnut Crown MK2 (with the 500 mm barrel) and a Elements Helix scope. The Helix is solid (and hefty, - love them - this is my 3rd one) but on a light rifle like the Crown it will still come in under 9 pounds ready to shoot. Should be an excellent squirrel gun. Plan on shooting 16 and 18 grain JSB pellets most of the time but will be testing 25 grain slugs and pellets (just because I can :) ). Was considering the Daystate Wolverine R HP and the RAW HM-1000X but neither of the two are as "tuner friendly" as the Crown. During my research I was surprised how many PCPs are still not regulated and lack easy access for tuning. Guess my Impact has spoiled me. Take care Steve!

[@AEAC]

🤘😁

[@waltergriffin9295]

Almost midnight and just about to go to sleep, checked my phone...oh no, I can hardly keep my eyes open and Steve's posted a review! And its the FX Crown Continuum. No, I must get some sleep. But a great review to look forward to in the morning, making 96 minutes of my lockdown bearable. Cheers Steve!

[@aeacvlog2033]

Lol, appreciate your comment Walter 😄

[@cjnev9618]

Just seen that this vid had been posted 😀.!!!!. Yay something awesome to watch 👍🏻👍🏻😉😉

[@TCat-ve9qi]

I don’t even own a crown but learned a lot more about the intricacies of tuning. Now I’m getting a crown 😂

[@GreenArrows0705]

Man! You got me looking at a new scope. Ha ha! Now I’m on a list to get notified when the HELIX scope comes available. Wild looking rifle! Great job!

[@TDArcher]

Thanks for this video. Just bought this exact gun. Looking forward to shooting it. This was a very thorough review. Gives me even more ideas on things to try

[@jomac5436]

Hey Steve great video. Great way to explain how to ride the rainbow! My crown continuum is cocking and more accurate now that I followed your instructions. My powerwheel is working great now.

[@aeacvlog2033]

Warms my heart to hear Joe. The Avenger tuning gude is very applicable too.. and is excellent to learn about regulator adjustment.

[@donrumato3413]

Thank You, Steve, for profound and reliable informatiion!

[@safakaswedishairgunforum-n1490]

You are the king of Reviews!! 🙂

[@simplesimon7154]

Well Steve all I can say is thank you for all the time and hard work that you put into your videos. I will be getting my Contuum this week at last. I am normally a Daystate chap and collect them so this is a first for me. Why well all I can say you have talked me into it lol. I must have watched this video 20 or 30 times one of my barrels has been taken down to 300mm instead of 380 in .22. I very rarely tune my rifles as I’m loath to cause damage to expensive rifles but with this rifle and you video I feel confident doing it. Ironically I would tune a powder burner in a heart beat strange or what.

[@AEAC]

Nah, sounds normal hehe. Tuning isn't scary once you try it 👍😊

[@brandonmatz9832]

My FX Impact loves those domed Seneca pellets I use them with my high capacity mags. 28 shots in 25 caliber. They did hang up sometime's in the high cap mags but I did some monkey works on the feeding side of the high cap mag's and there feeding fine now.

[@panchosma]

really awesome work Steve. Wondering if FX will add a 700mm .35 cal to the crown. I'm really happy with my .25

[@heathhalfhill6867]

I would greatly appreciate your advice on an FX air gun. You have access to and experience with more guns than I do and your knowledge about them has my deepest respect. I have been thinking about buying a .25 caliber FX gun for a while now and have been following forums and videos about 4 different guns they put out. 1 is the Wildcat 2. Impact 3. Crown 4. Dreamline Bullpup. These guns all have pro and cons. I need a gun that will be reliable, powerful meaning able to push a 28 grain to 900 FPS, all of course are accurate which is why the FXs are in my crosshairs. I want a gun that is woods hunting ready but able to go to the range and be awesome. That in its self leans toward a bullpup design. It such a hard choice. I just bought the LCS Sk-19 in .22 and really it does everything so good and checks all the boxes for me and honestly is the last gun I really need to buy. The problem is I want every air gun I see and if I keep thinking about a certain gun obviously I must need another one. It kinda like Lays potato chips “ you can’t have just one”. I have several other PCPs but all but one are in .22. I have one .25 and it’s the Bullboss and it’s unregulated, heavy, and loud. I want it gone like yesterday really and want to replace it with a long range or 100 yard critter getter/target tack driver. All the guns I listed as next purchase choice are good guns. Low maintenance, reliability, are issues FX doesn’t have the best reputation for if you follow the forums. So, of the ones I listed, if you were buying just one, which would you want...this doesn’t mean I’m going out and buying it but it would mean a lot to hear your opinion on the one you would get. Shot count is kinda killing the Wildcat but it is still an option. The Impact has like 40+ O-rings and is from the forums a pain in the butt to tune and keep working. The Dreamline are limited when it comes to power. The Crown would be in synthetic because the woods just too pretty to get scratched. Hard calls each and everyone. HELP!!!

[@larrywcollins]

I have the FX Wildcat synthetic mk2 in .25cal Compact 500mm with the Donny Sumo Moderator, and use it mostly off-hand. Very nice...scoped with the Hawke Airmax Compact 4-16x44, and a 880 lumen light on bottom picitany rail. I shoot JSB 25.39gr and avg. 895 FPS. I typically get 4, 8 shot mags ( also mounted on the top rail...from Donny) per 230 bar fill. The Wildcat is light and easy to carry at 8lbs 7 ounces shoot ready.. Accuracy is great out to 100yards. Excellent "Woods Walker". .... Recently purchased the Impact M3 in .25cal 600mm standard with FX Donny Moderator in bronze. I like the larger magazine and many adjustments. I shoot the 25.39 JSB pellets at around 910FPS, on setting 6 hammer wheel with 1st reg at 155 and 2nd reg at 112. I also shoot the JSB 33.95 at same reg settings on the Impact M3 but set the hammer wheel at 12 and get good accuracy at 895 FPS. I chose the Hawke Airmax 6-24x50 and upgraded the grip to a larger size. The M3 Impact is for me more of a bench gun because its heavier at 9lbs 2 oz. Shoot ready. I love the accuracy and look, but I generally like the Wildcat mk2 for quick hunts and overall "feel" .......However, I saved my favorite off-hand rifle for my last comment...and that is my 3rd pcp, the FX Crown Gen 2 500mm synthetic. 22.cal with the picitany rail and the Hawke Airmax 4-16x44 Compact scope with FX Donny Moderator, and reg. set at 130. Only 8 Lbs 2oz shoot ready!, shoots 18.13gr. JSB pellets at 885 FPS on Max on Hammer wheel or 15.89gr. JSB at 5 on Hammer wheel at 900FPS. I really like the balanced feel of the Crown and the superb accuracy as well. The 500mm barrel is a little long, with the Moderator, but the newer 380mm barrel is perfect. I recently got to hold one and really liked it. After 2 plus years in this sport, I am still learning every time I spend time behind the trigger..... .25cal is great if you have a little wind, and bucks the wind somewhat better at 75+ yards, however....if light wind or 25 to 50 yard shots the 22.cal kicks less, and feels smooth and almost jewel like. Hope these shared comments help.

[@Jeeper1378]

Love the element scope. Literally only complaint is the reticle is so thin and hard to see when zoomed in close distances .

[@brandentaylor7130]

Fxairguns I love the quality you put into your product! That being said if you ever decide to make a more budget friendly product I would be more than happy to give you my money. I can't find any big bore products either?

[@aeacvlog2033]

FX has a 9mm Impact now 👍

[@paulineroyadair3505]

we love your reviews . Roy

[@2L8CO]

You Rock as always Steve. Thanks for this VLOG.

[@kamranwal10]

Dude.....you are next level....luv ure videos, ure demeanor.......extremely informative video. Two thumbs up. Edit: and dont worry abt haters.....some ppl REALLY need to get a life.

[@fredcarter7003]

This is good knowledge. And it works as I have experimented . Steve you rock

[@k.feduchy745]

Brilliant! Thank you very much Steve for the hard work. I’m learning a lot from you. Outstanding review as always! Keep it up! I hope to see you soon shooting this toy in the field. Stay safe 🙏🏼

[@ramirorabagojr5238]

Loved the honesty in your video,but I’m still confused do I buy the Crown Continuum or the Impact 2? Love both guns but I’m Torn love the CROWN for the original Airguns look but the Impact for the tweaking aspects.Please help Thanks

[@aeacvlog2033]

I like the Crown better too but ya can get a little more efficiency and power out of the Impact. They're equally as tunable except for the rebound/number control knob on the Impact, which gives you even further fine tuning of ES and efficiency.

[@ramirorabagojr5238]

AEAC Vlog thanks I appreciate the reply and keep up the great videos I really enjoy them

[@michaelmccormick3899]

Or do you buy a Maverick?

[@luisferreira633]

Thank you, now i know how to tune my fx crown and impact properly Good work 👍👍👍👍

[@AEAC]

👍

[@keithrush4168]

Great review Steve! For us that are looking at this one for a possible HFT gun, when you shoot this at 50 yards, could you please tune it down to the 20 FPE allowed and see how it groups? I'm sure there are several that would like to see if it is a contender for field target. Also do you know if FX has any plans to offer a .177 barrel option!? Thank you from a military guy stationed in Bahrain. Keith

[@aeacvlog2033]

I will try, already have a massive production in front of me as is. I read that FX is much better in .22 than .177 but I haven't confirmed that first myself. I read a lot of inaccuracies out there.

[@WallT6969]

Hello Steve, I wish someone would do a set up and review on the NEW Fx Crown MKII. The 2022 Crown MKII has some new features and additions that make it different. So far I have not seen a decent review other than one on a MKII GRS Nordic Wolf Continuum. The hammer adjuster now has 24 positions, the barrel can be rotated from the single transfer port for pellets to a dual transport for slugs. Thanks. Love your channel.

[@aeacvlog2033]

Apply all the same approaches & teachings from all my tuning guides and you'll be in good shape! These guns all tune the same way regardless. Best, Steve

[@nekeke1]

Great job!. Congratulations!!. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@MikesRadioRepairRestoration]

Steve, I have this rifle (22cal). I would like to shoot slugs. In your opinion, what do you feel is the best barrel to buy since FX offers two barrels in this class. They offer the "Slug A" barrel and the new "STX Superior Liner". I would value you input on this choice. Your reviews and enthusiasm are a great resource to the hobby. Thanks in advance.

[@AEAC]

I would try the standard liner first and only go to the slug liner if the standard didn't work (which it should). Steve

[@norm5431]

Steve, I’d get you lunch if I could. Bradda,’ that educated me so much. So that’s where the Kuiu stock went to. Thank you Steve🤙🏽🤙🏽🍍🍍I’m still learning.

[@nalby2]

Great review, very informative well done

[@g3rmz573]

I’m trying real hard to like the 700mm barrel. But it’s just so massive lol. I want to buy this gun for the 380mm barrel. Wish I had he option to opt for a 600mm to go along with it, rather than the 700mm.

[@aeacvlog2033]

....it's just another $399 over the life of your ownership enjoyment 🙃. At this price point, if you're in for an ounce, you're in for a pound, lol. Go for it! And BTW, that 700 is just plain awesome. Adds so much power AND muting 🙂

[@theshootindutchman]

Hi Steve, nice job but one question......why do you think FX didn't include a slug barrel rather than making the long barrel a "pellet" barrel? Slugs are what we all want to shoot, and now that means several hundred dollars in addition to do so. Just asking, thanks!

[@AEAC]

Have no idea buddy. My guess is that they probably look at these things globally and slugs may be a tiny piece of the reality still.

[@jacebigelow]

Hi Steve, great video ! I'm wondering if I should spring for a Crown. I ordered the FX Wildcat Compact (.25) from Pyramyd Air last week. They called me back and said FX is no longer manufacturing that model. Im a left handed shooter, had my heart set on that model for a year, wanted something compact (bullpup), worked a TON of overtime, and now very sad I can't buy one. 😞 Now it's back to the drawing board & research.

[@jeromemorespeeder3503]

Great job! Really well explained how to tune a airgun, when it's possible to be! lol I have a umarex reign with a fix regulator and no adjustable hammer so... i have a nice rainbow.. in my speed chronograph from 230 to 100bar lol all i had found is to use a scuba tank with a external regulator, setup it just before the internal regulator fall down +/- 150bar (best speed chronograh mesure) and choose the right weight pellet where the hammer spring is suppose to be setup for, Is it a good idea?

[@kevinyoung9034]

When I got into airgunning I thought I would never spend $1000 plus for an airgun. Now, I'm not so sure. Especially with this package. Wow!

[@horne250]

Hey steve. Another awesome review. Really appreciate all the time and effort you put into all your videos. I have an fx crown .25. I currently have the ref set at 120. And hammer spring set at 5. And it’s doing around 860 FPS with 600mm standard smooth twist x barrel. Do you think I can get around this power on a lower reg setting making my gun more air efficient but still getting the same accuracy and power I’m getting now on the higher settings? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks Steve regards Sean

[@aeacvlog2033]

It's a game of try & see. What happens if you back reg pressure off to 115 then 110? Does velocity increase? What happens as you turn the power wheel? Does velocity go up & down?

[@horne250]

Yes makes sense. Thanks Steve. I will do some testing and see what I can get it to do. Looking forward to your next video. Stay safe. Cheers Steve

[@deaczorz]

Heads up on the modular thing that fx is selling, i been trying to convert my .25 crown to 177 and its not easy, the hammer spring wheel does almost nothing when i run the gun with my chrono, a few fps at most going from min to max. one shot in 5 is a flyer, not really happy.

[@FXAirguns]

Deaczorz, for large decreases (or increases) on the hammer spring, you need to not just turn the wheel presets, but the macro adjustment with an allen wrench. This is a great video to walk you through it. Really straight forward: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqnVdY2jd5qYnbc

[@jeremyrorich1902]

Brilliant, thanks Steve

[@ja23jna13]

Thank you very much for the information, but I would like a question. Can I use this 6.5-caliber antenna for hunting pigs, or is there an better antenna for hunting?

[@falconhover5712]

I have a continuum on order and got confused when you said 380mm slug liner. I can find a heavy liner at that length...

[@marcooliver48]

great master class, its all really clear ,thanks a lot

[@franciscocarvalho2424]

Parabéns pelo trabalho é vídeos sem excelentes PCPs fx todas são top minha preferida fx impact MK2 cadaves mais espetacular um sonho você merece sem dúvidas muito sucesso like tamos juntos pelo esprote

[@winstonchurchill6506]

Still saving up for one.cheers bud from uk......

[@AEAC]

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[@anthonygillespie4523]

I'm referring to the hammer spring as to adjustment of power. Just ordered the crown continum MKII in 25 cal.

[@AEAC]

There's much more to it than that Anthony. As shared in this vid, tuning is a balance of regulator setting and internal & external hammer spring adjustments. Increasing HS tension can increase or decrease velocity depending on how everything else is set up. One just has to do the work as outlined in this video. My Avenger tuning guide and upcoming Dreamline tuning guide may also be of help to ya. There's no short cutting it unfortunately... watch and learn 😊👍 Steve

[@anthonygillespie4523]

​@@AEAC Thxs Steve, did OK with the avengers following your vids, and I understand there's more to it. I just didn't catch the part as to which way the hammer spring screw needs to be turned for lowering or upping the power. I have both avengers in 22 and 25, and I have them tuned to 900 FPS with pellets and 800 FPS shooting slugs and I get hole in hole with both guns @ 55 yrds. I plan on upping my game/shooting with the crown which is a whole new ball game. Wanted to drop the power and then tune it to my discretion using the hammer spring and the regulator and the power wheel.

[@AEAC]

@@anthonygillespie4523 Clockwise compresses the hammer sping 👍

[@anthonygillespie4523]

​@@AEAC Thxs just wanted to be sure b4 I received my crown. I can tell the crown will be a lot of fun also

[@AEAC]

@@anthonygillespie4523 👍

[@nunya6874]

Sir, what is the difference between the Crown MK2 and the Crown continuum?

[@keithrush4168]

Steve. First, thank you for all the reviews you do. I am looking at getting the Continuum in .22 and possibly shoot some Field Target with it, so I wanted to ask about the allow pellets you shot. Those groups were extremely tight at 25 yds and the speed was there as well. Not sure what the energy level was. I’ll go back and calculate that, but I wanted to ask if you shot any groups at 50yds with them with the 380mm barrel off camera and how they grouped at that distance? Thanks, Keith

[@AEAC]

Hi Keith. The GTOs seem to work well in anything the JSBs do... even at 50 yards and beyond. The 2 challenges are wind and the quick loss of energy over distance. But that can be a good thing too. Steve

[@shravandeshpande6220]

Sir I have a crown mk1 the power wheel rolls from min to 1 there is no min and half. How do I find out the neutral spot

[@eddiecortez8136]

Great Video as always... I respect your input... Which is the most accurate in your opinion? .22 cal .25 cal or the .30 cal?

[@AEAC]

I'd say they're all equally inherently accurate. Steve

[@garyhenderson6504]

Great video. This one, and one by Southern Gunner, convinced me that this is the PCP rifle I have been looking for. I have an Air Arms TX200, and a Hatsan 125 Vortex Sniper, both in .22 cal. I have been avoiding the PCP guns because of the expense involved to charge the things. I'm almost 70, and revisiting my days of pumping up a truck tire with my bicycle pump does NOT feel warm and fuzzy to me. That said, I believe I will have fun learning to get the most out of this rifle. My son got me a ProChrono digital chronograph for my birthday, so I should be all set. Just one question remains, and the answer eludes me: .22 or .25 cal? Other than slightly higher pellet cost, is one inherently more accurate than the other, out to , say, 150 yds?

[@AEAC]

Thanks 😊.. the 25 will be better in the wind if ya need to go to 150 yards but me personally, I like the .22 efficiency for hand pumping.

[@garyhenderson6504]

@@AEAC If all things are otherwise equal, I will stick with .22 cal. I'm not ever likely to shoot this puppy beyond 75 yds. That said, I would stick with my TX200 before I ever pumped up a PCP rifle by hand.

[@garyhenderson6504]

@@AEAC btw, stay safe over there on the left coast. It looks like the winds are going to be kicking up with the dual hurricanes about to pound the Gulf. Hey, what a unique video THAT would make: which airgun is the most accurate on hurricane force winds. And what's the best pellet choice for accuracy in twin hurricanes?

[@AEAC]

@@garyhenderson6504 👍🤭😆

[@hamzapechca]

Thanks for all this informations about .but I want to know what's the max regulator pressure of my crown first generation. Because I want more fps to shoot slugs and heavy pellets

[@aeacvlog2033]

About 150 bar as a max is probably best to adhere to. I've seen people go as high as 160 but it's not advisable.

[@asmrwithkhloe8459]

Ha anyway you could post a pic of that piece of paper!! I am trying to write it all down but sure would be nice to get a copy of those notes showing pellet/slug brand and weight and velocity!!

[@jimbert50]

If there is no movement of the hammer spring when going from min to the first click, aren't you wasting one click? Wouldn't it be better for it to just barely start to move on that first click past min? It seems like that would be to have that cam just barely touching the hammer spring in the min setting.

[@thomasbristow9859]

Great video! And awsome tips, thanks. What butt pad is that?

[@AEAC]

Hello! Have a watch and be informed... spoke to it for y'all in both vids (here and AEAC Home) 👍

[@trainwon5699]

Hey Steve what another great job on this review! I’m new to PCP and I have a question, which gun should I buy the Crown or the Impact they’re both are awesome.ill be hunting and target shooting. Thanks and all the best, from Dade City

[@AEAC]

Thanks Don. Have you been able to watch my full review of the Continuum on my other channel yet? Steve

[@trainwon5699]

Airgun Exploration & Advancement Channel Yes I have Steve and another good video.I will watch again and see if I missed something.thanks for getting back,Don

[@AEAC]

@@trainwon5699 I've been able to review them all (Impact, Crown, and Continuum) all in the same format to help choose what's best for you 👍

[@armankhanjony7843]

Dear fx crown mk-1 700mm per barrel is it possible to hunt at 150/200m using 25 slugs?

[@chrisbatty5071]

hi do tou have any vidoes showing how to increase power on logun solo ?also are the air tubes interchangeable as i wish to put a tube on with a gauge

[@Sephroth_I_am]

Steve I finally picked the Crown Continuum. I have it in .30 and .22 cal and had Ken Hicks tune it and wow. This gun is awesome with that being said do you have written instructions on how to change calibers and for your different tunes. You'd think I'd have the video memorized by now.🤣

[@AEAC]

Congrats! Sorry no, I don't have any written instructions but I'm sure they're lots of KZbin videos on how to.

[@Sephroth_I_am]

@@AEAC Like I said I should have it memorized by now considering how many times I've watched the video. I really like how you breakdown the harmonics when tuning a gun it is helpful because I definitely early on fell for the line it needs a ton of fps to shoot true.

[@AEAC]

@@Sephroth_I_am Nope... pros are winning events with these barrels at 850-860 fps 👍

[@Sephroth_I_am]

@@AEAC Yes that whole 1000 fps is a load the pellet becomes so unstable at those types of speed accuracy flies out the window.

[@davidricci7736]

Thanks for another very helpful video; even though you made it a while ago, it is still valuable. I have several questions, please. One, can you compare the report of the 380 mm and 700 mm barrels to the .22 Benjamin Marauder-my only reference point. Two, at the time of my writing, the MKII has come out. If there was a decent deal for a used 2020 Crown Continuum, do you think it’s worth a try? Also, do the Crowns that came out in the spring or summer of 2020 (your model and the one I am looking at) have the new and lighter carbon fiber barrel housing. I know I am asking a bunch of questions, so thank you kindly for any response.

[@AEAC]

The Crown Continuum is MUCH quieter than the Marauder, both barrels. Best, Steve

[@davidricci7736]

Thank you very much, Steve. You answered the important question, and I should have not asked you that other stuff. You are busy, and I can figure that stuff out. If I may ask, would you rate the Maverick and the Wildcat, give or take, closer to the Marauders or the Crowns in report? Again, thanks a ton. David

[@AEAC]

@@davidricci7736 👍

[@ricardoreal2166]

My name is Ricardo, I'm from Brazil and I have an FX 22 crown and I watched some of your videos, could you explain the starting point for starting the adjustments? For example, mine is with 135 bar in the regulator and from where does it start to start the adjustments? What adjustment do I make on the hammer spring? Thanks.

[@AEAC]

Hello Ricardo. The information you seek is all thoroughly examined within this video. Steve

[@ricardoreal2166]

@@AEAC Good Morning! So I can start from the point where my crown is set at 135 bar and make the adjustments you show in the video, in the power regulator (hammer spring) and in the air flow (177/22 and 25/30)

[@anthonyb1127]

do they make a mag like that for the impact? thanks..

[@c88air]

anthonyb1127 yes it’s the side shot mag

[@Jeeper1378]

How does a gun do with a heavier pellet or slug but at a lower FPS as far as 50-100 yard shots? I can max out my FX PH to get them 900 fps but it’s using a ton of air. Id rather try and shoot a heavier pellet at lower speeds if possible?

[@AEAC]

Lotta variables that can influence the result. Ya just gotta try and see 👍😁

[@TypeR632]

When will the full review video drop on the other channel?

[@aeacvlog2033]

Hello. Katya & I will answer your question in today's, ask AEAC.

[@headcrackersilentsniper9111]

Are you stating with the fx amp regulator you do not need to degas the system when decreasing regulator pressure?

[@AEAC]

That is correct. That is from FX not me... I'm just passing it along. Just decrease 1/4 turn at a time between firing a few times (their instruction) Steve