Gamo Swarm Magnum Pro Gen3i 10X Air Rifle Review : Excellent SHTF Choice

Gamo Swarm Magnum Pro Gen3i 10X Air Rifle is a 10 Shot break barrel design that has a lot of features that make it excellent for survival. Quite, cheap to shoot, accurate and doesn't rely on compressed air. Comes in both .177 and 22 Caliber. #Airrifle #Gamo #Survival
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[@riverrunner23]

In 2017 I purchased the Gamo Whisper Fusion Mach I in .22 cal., and love. It's single load, but not a problem at all. This is a great option in avoiding all the equipment requirements of a PCP setup. Thanks for the airgun review, as they're a segment shooters of all ages and levels can enjoy.

[@HarleyBob957]

I love my Gamo Swarm. Would you do a video on proper maintenance of a air rifle, cleaning, how often to clean, lubrication, ect.. As always,I enjoy your videos.

[@alfonsogonzalez2099]

Wow im glad you made this video i wouldve never expected this

[@sporty05]

Sootch! Didn't know you had another channel, yet here I am after looking for a review on the Gamo. Thanks for the review.

[@slugmuffin6935]

I got the Gamo swarm maxxim in .177 the magnum gen 3i in .177 and the magnum GR in .25 and they are very nice to shoot and I've had no issues personally.

[@God_Help_Us_AII]

Those Gamo breaks barrels are sweet man 👍

[@jedlevron]

Still using my trusty Benjamin 392 and 397 multi pumps. Still going great after 25+ years.

[@debluetailfly]

good guns with a long history of reliability.

[@joedokes8641]

Great choice with zero recoil . Any scope can be used if desired .

[@lucasrogers3782]

I have both and I would say gamo is next level

[@GovtWatchdog]

I absolutely hate that Gamo took off the open sights on this magnum, especially since it’s so notorious for busting scopes with its heavy reverse recoil.

[@rwLincoln]

that would be a reason I would buy it ---I had a Umarex Octane with a red dot on it, and ---had to cut the front sight post off with a hack saw for mucking up the view ---later the trigger went berserk and there is no way to replace the trigger because the trigger housing is welded to the under side of the spring tube

[@Llamadosalvaje]

Nice rustic wall there! A lot of treasures

[@Romin.777]

I love my Webley VMX D-Ram Which is made by Hatsan. Got a BSA scope for it but still shoot with iron (fiber optic) sights.

[@psynurse]

Wow 😯. I bought the mach fusion few years ago, single shot. I was afraid i wouldn't have strength to easily cock break barrel. Now I wish I want this one. Multi feed 1300 ft/sec. New stock design.... sweet.

[@dalehamlin6247]

I have this particular rifle in .22 caliber and I’ve had no problems whatsoever with it. Shoots like a dream once you put better optics on it. Pesky squirrels around my house haven’t stood a chance. Excellent pellet rifle.

[@joedokes8641]

I have the Gamo Magnum Gen 2 in 22 caliber and the first thing I did is replace the included scope . Great shooter .

[@wyz1]

@@joedokes8641 if I may ask what scope did you replace it with?

[@wyz1]

what optics do you suggest?

[@dalehamlin6247]

@@wyz1 I put a CVLife 6-24x50 from Amazon on it. $49.99. Greet scope for the price. I put one on my UMAREX Hammer .50 and it holds true on that very well with as much kick as that thing has. Inexpensive but very decent scope for the money.

[@joedokes8641]

@@wyz1 I use the BSA 4x16x40mm AO on mine with a one piece scope mount and all screws locked down with blue loc-tite . They are affordable . Another great choice is the UTG brand , they are very robust and can deal with the recoil . If money is no abject then Hawke scopes are awesome . An etched glass reticle works best . Etched glass reticle scopes should be used .

[@springpistonriflefeverlone9611]

Long as your gas piston doesn't leak and the scope doesn't break. All survival air rifles need to have open sights!

[@michaelw2288]

My old BSA Meteor came with both types of sight and even though I used to shoot targer rifle, I find the open sight just as accurate for field use. In the UK, air rifles under 12ft/lbs are not regulated so are very common. We have some very high quality and expensive options. The traditional German ones are highly respected but the higher tech, British designs are also popular. For survival hunting, a basic, break action, single shot is most durable and reliable.

[@joedokes8641]

So far none of my Gamo gas pistons have ever failed unlike my Hatsan 125 Sniper 🤔😬.

[@bradlaflamme6127]

They used to...

[@springpistonriflefeverlone9611]

@@bradlaflamme6127 The will bring back the open sites, that is how Gamo makes money, making small changes in is there air rifles from year to year.

[@ethanstout8226]

​@@bradlaflamme6127 I remember those days, but it seems Gamo is trying to take on Benjamin these days.

[@robertseaburg67]

Ive been eyeballing this one as well and giving the multi shot another try.

[@robb1715]

Rws are my faves for that style

[@RyanGr33n]

I work at a sporting goods store which is a Gamo dealer, we sell this model in .177 Probably 2/5 are returned because the fiddley little mouse-trappy cocking action thing tends to fly apart. 🤷🏻‍♂️ I don’t know what people are doing to cause it but it does seem to be a common issue, as well as the only complaint about this gun.

[@johndoee3850]

Exactly what are you saying??Thanks

[@GR-cf4qh]

It's actually a pretty decent rifle after you remove the magazine and autoloader and throw them away. It's just a cheap plastic mechanism that isn't quite up to the job. With it on my rifle I was getting velocity variations of over 150 fps. Once I removed it they not only went away, but I gained about 20 fps as well.

[@philcann4672]

Had a gamo wouldn't again you don't have the quality or air arms or weirauch. Iv been shooting air rifles for 25 years now and I'd say gamo was the worse rifle iv used

[@Pville_Boy]

@@philcann4672what’s the best?

[@philcann4672]

@Pville_Boy for me I'd say the hw95k or beeman r9 deppeneding on where your from

[@tmyers1492]

You can also get a green dot sight to use instead of the scope. That is what I chose because I shoot closer range.

[@brendanryan8607]

I have a question for you but first let me say I love your videos very much. My question is I am one of those people preparing should an EMP hit the country I was wondering which flashlight would still work my OLIGHT I3T EOS 180 Lumens Dual-Output Slim EDC Flashlight or my Grandmas old Maglite D-Cell Battery flashlight?

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

Pellet guns are always fun

[@rapalaron6348]

Yeah, even with rubbish and some cans you can have fun for a short time.

[@stoner27th]

Wow just found out about this second channel of Sootch00 after all these years.

[@megandonahue9220]

I bought the Seneca Dragonfly pump action multiround air rifle.

[@joedokes8641]

Me to in .177 . Although the first one was defective . Second one is awesome .

[@tjf1531]

I have it but wish it came with fixed sites.

[@woofman4796]

I have 4 gamo rifles, all 22 caliber, the original magnum single shot, the whisper fusion mach 1, and the swarm maxxim, and the bone collector swarm gen3i, I love my gamo rifles

[@ChristopherRyan84]

Which one has the highest FPS?

[@woofman4796]

@@ChristopherRyan84 the magnum

[@dubsbarry9963]

Is it safe to assume that higher FPS = less quiet?

[@boksinjo]

@@dubsbarry9963of course

[@volkertc]

I bought a Ruger air rifle earlier this year. It also has the compensator, but it specifically says in the instructions NOT to break the barrel by gripping the compensator.

[@dironizareyes596]

Yea it’s not a good idea to break the barrel holding the moderator. It does make it a whole lot easier but it’s hollow inside and probably won’t last as long as the gun . It’s good leverage but break it right before the moderator

[@greg4161]

Great air rifle.

[@1970vehuel]

Hi, sorry for my english, i did not understand if the scope is good or if it is better to change it with another more stable. Thanks

[@steveh7823]

How do you unload the rifle without shooting remaining pellets away? do you remove the magazine before the last shot. The auto loading is very handy since you don't have the fiddly process of getting a pellet and putting it in the breech every shot. Still enjoying my 10-yr old Walther .22 LGV with a Donny suppressor though.

[@Bootyhunter1971]

It only loads one pellet each time you break the barrell, so if you only shoot 1 time, then simply remove the magazine (or not) and you have 9 unfired pellets ready for next time. Or you can leave the magazine in, the gun is not loaded with a pellet until you break the barrell again.

[@andrzejwszoa2854]

Very nice 🤗👍👍👍👍👍

[@robalan57]

What is the pellet drop from 25 yards to 50 yards? I have read it is one inch.

[@michael7046]

I have a gamo big cat 1200 great shooter.

[@joedokes8641]

Gamo Hunter Extreme .177 ( born in England ) same here BUD..........

[@haraldthefair-haired7782]

Heavy bullets can possible load in magazine ?

[@jimpanse1638]

Cool in germany we cant have easily have rifles but airguns under 7.5 joule are free over 18 so i got myself an fx dreamline in 0.30 cal that can theoreticlly be upgraded to around 100 joule.

[@donavancobbs6148]

I have the gamo swarm maxiim gen2 in 177 it’s amazing for bird squirrels raccoons snakes armadillos and can take a coyote if need be.

[@FordRangerClassics]

I have the same one. It's the workhorse lol

[@jonnymak1079]

I love gammo I have the bigcat 1000 22. With igt system, how do you feel about thst gun and do you think it acually hits 1000 fps??? Also Good video Just suscribed :)

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

I have a Weirhauch very similar. Crazy accurate. But I'm getting too old for that break barrel. LOL.

[@rapalaron6348]

Please don't compare a quality Weihrauch with this Gamo crap.

[@tommydaddio6724]

Amen brother

[@wyz1]

50% talk shyt on GAMO 50% love this shyt. I bought the Viper & the Magnum. First air rifles for me so wish me luck. Definitely dislike the fact there's no iron sights but well see how it goes.

[@bluewater454]

I’ve always been skeptical about the advertised speed of the cheaper break barrels. 1300 fps is pretty hot for a pellet rifle. Even the average PCPs aren’t pushing pellets that fast, as they destabilize when breaking the sound barrier. The more accurate pellet rifles are usually subsonic.

[@joedokes8641]

Accuracy is not good at those speeds . Its just a marketing ploy to sell a product . Good luck hitting anything .

[@depiperfarm268]

True,probably a heavier pellet might work better

[@tonypace2009]

I've got the gen 2 and thier advertised speed is with light pellets. Use a 18 grain or even a 21 grain nether if these pellts are shooting 900 fps range. Also this gun fires slugs pretty well also. I like the pro stock better than mine but the trigger to me is the issue. Using longer set screw lightens the pull but the trigger sears on a upward pull of the trigger guessing something to do with how the safty engages. My gen 2 has the open sight capability but I have a good scope on mine . At 3X the front site ghost in bottom of site picture but below the usable Mildots. Also the domed pellets shoot the best so far besides the slugs havnt tried the ballistic tipped rapid fires yet.

[@bartvanriel6767]

Pretty sure you have a front sight on the dampener but it’s on crooked

[@marktaniguchi7901]

I'll stick with my tried & true Beeman R22.

[@MujoNovak]

4:42 vertical pin on my .22 gamo just snap off after 500 rounds. I dont recommend any of the scopes for air rifles, cause the cylinder has too strong stroke.

[@irishkelly654]

I've seen several videos for Gamo's air rifles but not that many that shoot Gamo pellets very well? What's up?

[@hardtime32]

Gamo air rifles are great. But the Gamo pellets are junk. I have the Gamo magnum pro in .22 and Gamo swarm whisper in .22 and they both like the Gamo red fire pellets pellets. But they hate the rest of the Gamo pellets they don't shoot well out of any of my Gamo rifles and I have quite a few of them. In .177 and in .22 try h&n barracuda pellets or h&n field target trophy pellets they seem to work great in all of my Gamo rifles

[@mike3f0]

Gamo pellets are iffy...some I've had won't even fit the bore. Gamo doesn't seem to care.

[@decal1751]

Gamo makes nice air guns. I just wish they would make a .25 cal in the magnum versions at least. 🤷🏻‍♂️💥

[@jamesferguson2353]

They do make magnum 25 cal but they are single shot .They are on the Gamo website

[@joedokes8641]

Also in the wood stock . Sweet .

[@woofman4796]

Gamo does make a 25 caliber, spring piston rifle

[@joedokes8641]

They do .@@woofman4796

[@bradlaflamme6127]

They have improved accuracy over the gen 1. I bought this and the maxim in gen 1 and sold the magnum. The maxim was far more accurate. And way easier to cock.

[@ethanstout8226]

You dont want to wrap your thumb around a springer if you want to be acurate. Gamo did good with the thumb rest.

[@artedwards8536]

I have the whisperer fusion mach 1 and its been a good gun for years. Recently got the hunter Extreme pro from the gamo website. Its a magnum with a wood stock and open sights. Its a beast. Im dropping euroasian dove at 35-40 yards. It will break the sound barrier with light alloy pellets.

[@rapalaron6348]

Light alloy pellets that break the sound barrier won't be accurate, not even standard lead pellets in .177 cal.

[@joedokes8641]

Got the 25 Extreme wood stock also a beast .

[@Jimbo_Conn]

Could you load and use this with out the mag if you so wished?

[@adlep]

why?

[@Jimbo_Conn]

@@adlep why? I'm wondering if I can remove the attachment the mag goes in..if there was ever an issue with it and use it like a regular pellet gun

[@tonypace2009]

​@@Jimbo_Conn sure you can take the meckinism off and hand load . The meckinism operates at down full cocking angle and the barrel locks on the breach not any part of the mechanism.

[@robalan57]

They should have kept the iron sights for backup.

[@rodofsteel6662]

Just got one it thumps.

[@HotLZdk]

It will be a excellent gun for us preppers here in Europe, because it can be purchased without a gun license.

[@rapalaron6348]

A prepper gun should be reliable, than you don't buy a Gamo.

[@spyder2782]

Whyvis it not punching clean holes are the pellets tumbling

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

because break barrel airguns are not accurate. Fixed barrel airguns are much more accurate.

[@spyder2782]

@@unitedstatesirie7431 that was my assumption

[@paulc254]

@@unitedstatesirie7431 That is not true. Accuracy depends on the quality of the rifle, not the manner in which you cock it.

[@debluetailfly]

Looks more like the paper target is tearing.

[@spyder2782]

@@debluetailfly usually paper targets get clean holes punched when the projectile is stable.

[@summerlakephotog8239]

I’m not sure that you mentioned the advantages of the pro versus the non-pro. I know the stock design is different. Doesn’t seem that different.

[@joedokes8641]

Its not , just a different stock .

[@wbh971]

Is the barrel rifled?

[@joedokes8641]

They are rifled .

[@PawFromTheBroons]

SHTF, and yet no iron sight... Because in SHTF situations, accounting for *S* makes quite a difference.

[@omnamahshivaya6299]

Just make your own I guess.

[@mpe777]

Wish they made a .25 cal

[@joedokes8641]

They do .

[@user-th7xf2pl2w]

I have to admit, you never know when things are going go further to hell in a hand basket. Just look to in-depth diverse read of history. GBTUSA.

[@lastchanceshinythings47]

If they had it in .25 cal and at 50+ foot lbs of energy

[@romanvalerio3343]

They got a Mangum in .25 cal gamo usa exclusive I got it. it's on a deal right now for 200 with free shipping .it's awesome

[@jamesferguson2353]

Gamo does have 25 cal magnums but single shot

[@stanpotter7764]

50+ fpe would be uncockable for many

[@benjaminaffrunti4405]

That is exactly what I want. Break barrel that will shoot 50 FPE of energy and.25 would be great. That would be the ultimate SHFT for sure. I do have a Gen 1 and a Gen 3 swarm magnum both in .22 but I think 50 FPE would be perfect.

[@joeyarcher3263]

Mr. Scootch00, Can you make a video using that Gamo magnum for rodent control? Or for hog hunting? Thank you and happy shooting.

[@rapalaron6348]

Are you crazy? Shooting hogs with a springer or gas ram air rifle!

[@joeyarcher3263]

@@rapalaron6348 yes , im crazy. I have seen it done by Keith Warren before using a less powerful 22 gamo rifle. This magnum is more powerful & i like to see if it can drop a large hog, provided it gets a good head shot.

[@bluewater454]

Doubt that this rifle would be effective for hogs.

[@rapalaron6348]

@@bluewater454 It should be forbidden by law to shoot with springer or gas ram air rifles on medium size game. These "hunters" on YT show always their proud good results but never download a clip when shit hits the fan.

[@bradlaflamme6127]

Ok so the gen 2 had iron sights common gammo.

[@philcann4672]

Been air rifle shooting 25 plus years. I wouldnt touch a gamo. Id rather pay more and get a quality rifle like a air arms tx200 or weirauch hw95k. Somthing that will last a life time

[@p3dtesla118]

Hey your air arms tx200 or weirauch hw95k kind of sucks becausethere is no 10 shots magazine and power only 512 fps :( and way overpriced !! BUT this Gano Magnum Pro is the game changer very advanced high power over 1000fps and it has 10 shots prefect!! Also 5 years warranty back to back.

[@philcann4672]

@p3dtesla118 gamo won't last a life time tho will it son. And not as accurate.

[@philcann4672]

@p3dtesla118 and its a air rifle you shouldn't need ten shots lol it's all about placement. Also the magazine isn't great on them. For night work I'd use a pcp and mine holds 14 shot. But that doesn't matter I only shoot what I'm going to eat shoot 14 rabbits means I won't be out as much take one or two means I get out more. Also gamo are plastic bro don't like it at all

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

The Daisy POWERLINE model 35 pump-up airgun is the most accurate B•B gun I have tested. It is a smooth bore barrel that shoots very accurate when using match grade steel B•B's ! ✅ Steel B•B's are less expensive than lead pellets for shooting at close distances. The Daisy model 35 shoots a B•B over 600 feet per second. I would not hunt anything larger than a pigeon bird at close range (20 feet) with the Daisy POWERLINE model 35 using steel B•B's.

[@RyanGr33n]

My 10 year old would agree with the assessment that it can’t hit anything past 20’, you should test a few more BB guns. The PL 35 doesn’t throw a BB anywhere near 600 fps, ive got the welts to prove it. It’s a little kids gun, it should not be used to hunt anything.

[@unitedstatesirie7431]

​@@RyanGr33n the Daisy Powerline model 35 is for responsible shooters that like to target shoot at close ranges inexpensively. ●

[@roberthathaway7958]

Swirl getter

[@mpe777]

No difference from Magnum Gen 3i aside from different stock. Both same price

[@FordRangerClassics]

Yeah and the Grip. The first design out me off from buying one

[@wyz1]

@@FordRangerClassics I got mine for 200 last week. thy were getting rid of them. assuming something new is coming out

[@izci1244]

Airguns, survival airguns must be spring powered and open(iron sighted) .22 prefered... no need to write or talk on more....

[@benjaminaffrunti4405]

As much as a gas ram can leak springers get weaker over time and its bad to leave them cocked for periods of time. Gas rams have their own advantages too. Really its a toss up. Both are definitely preferable over a PCP in SHTF due to the fact you don't need a outside air source

[@joedokes8641]

@@benjaminaffrunti4405 Never leave mine cocked and locked .

[@wills400]

1300 fps not a chance

[@simpleman4196]

I have owned 4 gamo pellet rifles over the years hoping each one would be better. They never were i will never buy a gamo again

[@FordRangerClassics]

At that point, I'm just assuming your a poor consumer more than I'm questioning the product. "I don't like this" "I don't like this either" "Maybe third time isn't the charm" "The product is clearly the problem"

[@user-gy2cb2rt4y]

You didn't show what it is capable of

[@albedo0.392]

Hatsan Mod 135 Vortex QE is much better than this GAMO. That's the reason because I bought the Hatsan instead the Gamo. price is 300$ in Airgun Depot

[@joedokes8641]

My Vortex bit the dust ............

[@benjaminaffrunti4405]

Hatsan''s have piss poor vortex gas rams that don't last long term!

[@rapalaron6348]

If there is need for so many fancy words and digits on a box to get an air rifle sold, you can be sure it's crap. Gamo is marketing expert to sell carp, taking over other brands and use recomended names like BSA to sell more of their crap. Every Gamo i,ve had in my hands was cheap build overpriced plastic rubbish. RRR scope rail with a pin that reduces the recoil effect on the scope 🤣Tell me where the damping system is on that mount that should save the life of the scope.

[@kevinmatthews9469]

Oh shut up

[@DinoNucci]

Safety in the trigger gaurd is a hard pass for me

[@benjaminaffrunti4405]

I have a Gen 1 and Gen 3 and the safety in the trigger guard is actually convenient and never a problem accidentally disengaging either before being ready to shoot. I like the safety personally its easy to switch off when necessary to take a shot

[@FordRangerClassics]

Personally, it's my favorite safety style. It's super quick and convenient.

[@DinoNucci]

@@FordRangerClassics you're allowed to do things wrong

[@FordRangerClassics]

@@DinoNucci is "wrong is something I don't agree with" your personality, or something?

[@DinoNucci]

@@FordRangerClassics Oh no, not at all. Your choice to have a safety inside the trigger guard is objectively wrong. Be thankful for the lord allowing you to do wrong things.

[@DanielSon69]

3 by 9 by 40 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@whiskeykilmer1866]

That wouldn't make a very good survival tool because it has no iron sights and that junk chinese scope wont last long.

[@mr.diversity2267]

SHTF choice? Be for real. This one’s a waste of time Buddy.

[@robalan57]

It will be good until it breaks and you need your backup rifle.