New HYBRID Slugs | Review & First Hunt!

[@AirArmsHuntingSA]

Enjoy the video guys! And on a more serious note, please keep a look out on social media for a very important announcement later today. The drought in my part of the world is extremely bad and it is threatening to bankrupt some of the farms I hunt on, including Witmoskloof where I filmed The Oxwagon Diaries. I think we need to band together and help contribute towards feed & water costs so that we can keep the animals alive until the drought is over. As hunters and outdoorsmen, it is our duty to help with conservation - Something that PETA will never do. I'll post some details later when I have a plan of action. If everybody gave just $1, we'd have enough to save hundreds of animals from starvation. Matt

[@ethanolivier9173]

@@haydndrew2056 thats not the point

[@Philipvweede]

AirArmsHuntingSA hi matt, do you happen to know if these slugs (if they come out in .25) would work in an fx wildcat mk1 in a standard barrel?

[@ethanolivier9173]

Sorry this is irrelevant but what entry level pcps do u own

[@jimmyb2514]

Perhaps pair your shirt with the donations you talking about... purchase a shirt and a set amount each goes to help with the cause. That way it's a win win... shirt sales boost support for cause, and cause support boost shirt sales.

[@HanSolo__]

I'm always to help healthy wild animal populations. Rock on Matt! Could you pls move a bit toward some of the guns that are lower on the budget scales with the Hybrids testing. I know You don't like'em (those guns) that much but lots of us don't have any choice but pick the budget-friendly PCP airguns. I'm talking about those of mid-range pricing like FX Dreamline, Air Arms 510 Xtra FAC, Brocock Bantam, Weihrauch HM100 FAC, Hatsan Galatian, BSA R10 FAC and many, many others around $1000+. Please consider it, I sure the airguners community would be more than pleased with such stuff on your channel.

[@hotchihuahua1546]

This is by far the best video for first time FX Impact MK II owners using .22 slugs ! Adjusted mine to 948 FPS with a 10 shot group with a dev. of 5 FPS , my groups at 40 yards are excellent , I would recommend doing a little cleaning of the slag on these pellets before your shot them , if you empty all 100 packed pellets on a dark cloth napkin you will see what I mean .

[@steveabernethy1480]

Totally new to AirArmsHuntingSA. Emigrated to NZ back in 1997, but love seeing the Cape scenery. Makes me homesick! Great videos. So excellently narrated and edited. Spot on with your attitude - respect and humanness, but the sensible reality that some animals simply have to be controlled. Looking forward to more baboon jags!

[@IJUSTHAVETOLETITGO]

Matt, thank you so much! You're the guy that got me into PCP Air Rifles and I would love to hunt with you one day. Do you have any suggestions on how to approach ranchers/farmers about pest control for sky rats & such? Thanks for all you do Brother, I appreciate you very much! P S. How about seating a hybrid slug on a lower charge .223 or 22-250 😮just for shits & giggles. Like using Alliant Green Dot for a slower burn to cut down on leading the barrel? As higher velocity is not recommended for pure non- jacketed lead projectiles.

[@IJUSTHAVETOLETITGO]

I've found that propellant to be remarkable for 9mm @115 fmjhp in both a highpoint carbine and various pistols for general paper target practice. Where as it's designed primarily to be used for shot shells. HMU if you'd like to compare relo notes 👍😎👌

[@AirArmsHuntingSA]

Thank you!! I would suggest visiting farmers in person and showing them how quiet and accurate a PCP can be, this should give them confidence. And I think a hybrid slug is too small for a .224" barrel, those barrels are quite a bit bigger than airgun .22 barrels.

[@IJUSTHAVETOLETITGO]

@@AirArmsHuntingSA it's unfortunate that I am unable to attach photos, as I popped the micrometer on some of the FX hybrid slugs; as they do spec nicely. It's your show though, facts be damned. Bore size is bore size, weight is weight, math is math.

[@syncmaster955df1]

Hi Matt, how will these slugs shoot out of a standard fx smooth twist ( not x) barrel?

[@jan-cullegoeles3292]

i am curious too

[@frezno624]

So am i 👆

[@900Redshark]

They will not work. I talked to Airgun Depot because I had the same question.

[@frezno624]

@@900Redshark well, that sucks

[@baderitoo]

@@900Redshark will it work with FX impact mkII?

[@VideoUser3053]

Just a quick word to say your videos are fantastic and so well produced. Work in TV and appreciate the effort and skill that goes into these. Also you are a natural presenter.

[@deanmorriss7184]

Great video Matt . Very well explained, and great shooting. Will these hybrids be available in .177 cal as well .cheers Dean

[@paulvonblerk9365]

Matt your technical knowledge is tremendous and so very helpful. Thank you for all your effort.

[@theshootindutchman]

These hybrids slugs are another genius move by FX! It's clear that after a year or even two years of you shooting FX slugs, the other competitive companies such as Daystate etc. Are not going to spend the money or take the time to make a slug barrel. Perhaps it's too expensive perhapsit's too expensive, perhaps they sell the majority of their rifles with in England and places that do not allow full power air rifles, who knows, but I think that these hybrid slugs will sell like hotcakes!

[@kill-em-deadairgunner]

Those hybrid slugs been around long before FX...the guy that Owns the Paton, is the owner of Ratsniperslugs..he teamed up with FX because fx has a good Distribution network...it was a business move that will Benefit him greatly...

[@evanpilot]

Can’t help but to think of what may happen if politicians get a wind of these considering they look more like traditional bullets.

[@kill-em-deadairgunner]

@@evanpilot 🤔🤷🏿‍♂️

[@bigearl8687]

can you shoot them in a break barrel ? hatsan 125,135,150,155 vortex

[@BulletofBeliefs]

Any info on what they would be like out of a UK limit air rifle, I've got a few customers at the range asking about them.

[@carlhermelin1]

I have been following your channel for a while and love your photage and how you educate the viewers. Two of my kids were born in South Africa and you have such a beutiful country. Keep up the great work.

[@andrewanderson5297]

With the hybrid design could this be scaled down for .177?

[@markbreeze4784]

Sparrows are in decline here in briton

[@davidoakes3878]

I am just now starting to understand why these hybrids work well in one barrel and not so much with another. Very informative review. Thanks.

[@kmcnulty3651]

I would be down for a shirt as well.

[@sherryblain2385]

Thanks for all your time and awesome videos. New to air guns your the best. Gary in Texas

[@seivaDsugnA]

Birds must never get hold of this technology.

[@JM10344]

Hi, you spoke of sitting up shooting. A trick I love I got from a military sniper. Sit up with target to your left(right handed shooters) knees up "v" like, elbows around knees so legs relaxed knee settles in cup of elbows, gun right hand, grip resting on left elbow, left hand holding right forearm to lock it in, feet crossed. He took a 700yrd shot like that on the fly. You know more than I ever will, but food for though. Iv been watching your channel sence your 1st AA .177 your a 10 In my book :)

[@hunter100t]

great slugs, but I wonder while you were at FX was there ever a conversation as to why nobody makes slugs in .177 ?

[@CatCustom]

Probably it's because they are to tiny and the guns are low on power to Hunt.

[@InterestingEndeavors]

I have some nsa .177 slugs that I tried out of my gamo dynamax. They don't fly straight with my gun..

[@hunter100t]

@@CatCustom low on power to hunt, are you kidding Coen, my FACs say otherwise tramming over 1100 fps with 10.5s and delivering 30 ftlb, the penetration is phenomenal and with hollows its devastating. the slugs would only give me more range and that's the interesting bit.

[@hunter100t]

@@IlIlllIllIlIIIll could work well out of a Lothar Walther though, might see if I can get my hands on some in the UK. cheers pal.

[@CatCustom]

@hunter100t Is that a original gun, or modified? Maybe i typed it different than what i mean. Many hunt with .177 also in sub 12. But when talking about slugs, you go fac. When go full power, sky is the limit in my country. So why chose a .177 when a bigger caliber has more power..

[@covid-om9cf]

Very good accuracy, Too bad in the country Indonesia is not allowed to use bullets of this type, it must be 4.5

[@hermesalejandrocerdenia1153]

We would like to see you cook the pigeons and eat it.

[@euliesejonker2268]

A chats clean cook

[@cameronschweitzer3382]

Hey where do you but those slugs at and do they shoot out of a gamo air rifle

[@boss290bafalcon]

I’m just imagining all the greenies being triggered when the watch this video lol

[@richardcraig3340]

People like this is why they're trying to do away with the 2nd amendment. If we want to keep our guns we shouldn't influence behavior like this

[@trapdodo1473]

Richard Craig behavior like what? I will admit I wish he had a end place for the dead birds to go, such as food for animals. However, I don’t see much wrong with what he is doing.

[@nathanlewis5682]

Pigeons transmit diseases. If those greenies want to complain about Pigeons getting wacked they can lick a pigeon or its droppings.

[@MNDashcam]

What caliber is you FX impact?

[@martolhunts1426]

.22

[@Ultimatehobbyreviews]

I heard Gerard Butler is trying to land the role as the young living Airguns legend Matt Dubber in the next blockbuster hit Air Arms Hunting SA.

[@Andrew-ut1yv]

Matt, thank you for what you do for the progression of the air gun industry and air gun hunting. Your commitment and enthusiasm to the science behind our guns and ammunition is quite amazing. The quality of the videos you produce is impressive... succinct, well edited, down to Earth communication and a dose of humor peppered in (the multi-colored "Starling" eggs) makes for an enjoyable watch. It is truly an amazing time in history that allows people continents apart can interact like this. Keep up the hard work, ignore the noise of the haters and enjoy what you've created... you've earned it. All the best, Andrew

[@kingdomwildsafaries1007]

Yes ,I would love to be able to buy a shirt

[@lightvastfire457]

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[@johncook8930]

What will you use now they are on about getting rid of lead pellets ? Thank you

[@psnwpestsnipernorthwest2196]

I'd be interested in some shirts. Long sleeve OD green or camo would be nice.

[@denisvincent3249]

The slow mo replays are fantastic 👍

[@marcegrecco53]

Yes, nice shirt, I noticed it right away. Sell them, I’m sure they will sell

[@sin-lab2791]

Just an idea if you have time wile chillin polish up the backs and get a better reflection, better cam shots and on

[@joubapotgieter3975]

Please start selling the shirts! I don't like them, I LOVE them🙌🙌

[@davisam24]

Hhfit I'll tb

[@daltontjelmeland2105]

Man I'm pretty new to the channel but you have me completely intrigued by all of this. I'm astounded at your accuracy and your knowledge about this sport. It's got me wanting a pellet gun baddd. Great videos and keep at it!

[@headcrackersilentsniper9111]

Matt:Let me show you that you don't need a cannon to shoot slugs Me: really? How fast you shooting those slugs Matt? Matt: 980fps Me: Really N#@@$

[@CobosDoesItAll]

I'm lucky to push those to 900fps

[@headcrackersilentsniper9111]

@@CobosDoesItAll open up your transfer port and probe hole

[@stevenwheeler5234]

Bro could you add bright yellow or orange paint and add a little on the back of that slugs so we could see them easier thank man love the vids

[@slimtheowl]

Perfect as usual, I have uploaded my first slow motion video by the way ;)

[@marshallmazzarelli8797]

At 15:15 u shook the back of ur gun after u cocked it like you were having problems loading fx hybrid slug what's up with that please expain

[@rickoshea8138]

Matt was turning on his scope camera there.

[@ram-jj6oq]

this guy gonna think why I'm getting more views and like and comments now ... thalapathy beast first look😍

[@tedsleep9023]

Hi would the hybrid slugs work at sub 12ftbs? Just love your vids. Regards Ted.

[@alanmorris8783]

Had exactly the same thought Ted! .177 and .22 would fly off the shelves in the UK. Even a fairly high price would be easy to justify in a pest control scenario, particularly on rabbits, squirrels and woodies. I think the FAC power is a hard sell here, when licensing and price makes a .22 rim fire a better option. Getting better accuracy at range is the killer combo, making sub 12ft/lb a much better proposition.

[@chrispeat285]

May buy some and see what happens in the wildcat

[@ajmnuisanceanimalcontrolll3895]

It looks like a rat sniper. Did they sell that to FX and merge with NSA?

[@TheApostateTapir]

It's because it is a Rat Sniper slug. They've teamed up. NSA is not affiliated in any way, AFAIK. NSA ammo is proven and much cheaper than the hybrid slugs, but I still hope the hybrid slugs are successful, since competition advances the sport.

[@ajmnuisanceanimalcontrolll3895]

I love rat sniper slugs and they have them in other calibers. I have not been able to get any more for about a year and I talked to the guy once to see if I needed to order a few thousand at a time and I even offered to help make them so he could keep up. Well, I gave up! I've been getting my slugs off eBay.

[@lexsteel12]

I really like those hybrid slugs, they seem to pack quite a punch. As usual Matt, your skills and that of your Air hunters partners, are really impressive. Having skills like you guys, I am sure, helps a lot, when hunting. And yes, you can put me down to a few of those shirts you wore. I like it a lot. If you are offering several color options, my preference would be black and red.

[@rickoshea8138]

Matt; the "heavy flywheel rim effect" of these very hollow hybrid slugs is easy enough to understand. If your viewers need any further help understanding how this affects long range stability, consider the 7.92 x 40 CETME. This was a long, aerodynamic light core bullet with a heavy copper partial outer jacket: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aX_NlZepnddmpJo

[@AirArmsHuntingSA]

Super interesting!!

[@rickoshea8138]

@@AirArmsHuntingSA It explains why the hybrid slug does need to be spun super fast!

[@z06supervette13]

Pigeons fear this guys name for sure! The Pigeon Slayer!

[@izakburger6185]

Love the shirt, hope it will come in XXXL size as well. Keep up the good work Matt. You guys rock. Never miss a video and can't wait for the next one. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👊🏻👌🏻😉😀

[@pw1970pw]

Matt, your videos and instruction are really useful. Any chance you can do a video on setting up the impact for slugs? You are a trusted source of information and help and it would be useful to see how you make the adjustments to enable the Impact to perform so well. Thanks

[@eastcapehunting]

I'd love to buy a shirt Not too expensive I'd buy if R100 💪

[@cameronwilliams3042]

Good price 20 years ago 👍

[@eastcapehunting]

@@cameronwilliams3042 That would've been like R1000 today 😂😂😂

[@gregorynewman4993]

Just a thought... what effect would you expect to see if you filled the hollow point with water ????

[@stephenfaulkner2327]

12:33 still wiggling

[@tonylor5534]

Hi Matt, I have a FX Maverick, .25 cal so is it fine to use the FX hybrid slug. I do not have the superior heavy liner.

[@karolkupec4118]

Never take life of anithing just for fun. Only hunt if you need to eat. God bless you all. 🗽💓💓🌹🌹you.

[@comandante2957]

Karol Kupec Thats called pest control

[@surajgorawar9155]

Karol kupec you are absolutely right

[@Gemini.308]

Its called pest control. I don't think your god would condemn you for taking out pests if they were tearing apart your garden. You probably wonder why they smile and laugh when they get a kill too. I can easily answer that question. Ted said it best on his channel at Teds Holdover. "I smile and chuckle because I'm happy that I performed a quick clean kill and that the animal didn't feel any pain". So also keep that in mind.

[@brooksstone2098]

Why are you even watching this channel?

[@mountainmuskies1826]

@AirArmaHuntingSA Can these hybrid pellets be used in break action riffles? 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@karimkmur5208]

It's unfortunate how to eat a small bird when it's been shot to the destroyed...😢😢😢

[@ImRedDOG]

How do you like these compared to NSA 23gr?

[@ministrychannelsa4216]

I have a snow peak airgun predator in .22 calibre. Which is all I could afford. What ammo would you suggest please?

[@MyBuster007]

What twist rate would say is the best for the Hybrid Slugs

[@moshikvano87]

Dear Sir I would like to explore the use of slugs with my Diana 350 magnum springer, but I am worried not damaging my barrel, can you help us understand the difference between .217 Cal vs .218 Cal, how to select best fit, write fit or if one can damage my rifle? any "do / Don't do" ? Thank you

[@maxxrocket]

I am shooting these slugs through my Hatsan Invader. What gun are you using?

[@stephen26448]

What are the measurements on the reticle in the bottom right corner of the scope supposed to do for you

[@kevintrappen8007]

That's a great product! No such thing as a bad shot. They go down. Spectacular channel!

[@Bugster42]

hi matt sometimes after you have taken a shot we hear some clunks and bumps from th e gun it would be interesting if you could explain what those noises are thankyou

[@stevenholroyd6728]

??? how would the clod affect the projectile. Better or Worse ????

[@iPodHelpTube]

Told a squirrel about these, he said they were mind blowing 🎉

[@BullseyeBob]

Well done and congratulations Matt!!!

[@fishingon1]

Hello, Mr., what is this spotting scope attachment for recording?

[@ralpha4350]

cool vid. @17m49s do you think it damaged the roof?

[@nurabubakar990]

AirArmsHuntingSA What is the brand of scope and model you are using?

[@samtucker615]

What length barrel are you using with hybrids?

[@leadslingr6927]

You think the cricket will shoot them well or at all?

[@anthonydefillippis8806]

Nice video as always Matt. If you don’t mind sharing. What liner are you using and what was the range for the groups ?

[@chinookhntr]

Hello Mat I have a Hatsan bt65 in.25 shooting around 950fps will these hybrids work in my gun. Thanks

[@Babygirljune-qx7yg]

How do they do in other PCP's other than FX Airguns

[@fathifathi490]

What is the group range at 11:22??

[@gerryreba6903]

Matt, have you or will you try these in an original Smooth Twist barrel (Royale & Boss)? Those are the only 2 I own & would love to have that kind of terminal effect with all the hunting I do. Please advise.

[@Pledgeman]

What make and model is that air gun? Sweet!

[@christhomas4260]

What reg pressure do you need to achieve 980 FPS

[@slimtheowl]

Are these slugs accurate enough when used with Daystate Wolverine R HP??

[@EDCandLace]

My FX guns and RAW is eating them up, my S510XS threw them all over 10 was around 5 MOA at a 100y with it and so was my Red wolf. My HM1000X LRT has a Octogonal Barrel and LOVES THEM. My Crown with 700MM slug liner, Dream lite Bottle 700mm pellet liner, Royale 400, Wildcat and my Impact X that is normally running 700mm .25 slug barrel that i tested the only 600mm STX barrel i have on all eat them up... The Crown and RAW are sticking 10 at a 100y right at 1 moa and the pellet liner guns are sticking 10 at a 100y very good to at around 1.5 moa consistantly (im shooting at a 100y indoor range) with some tuning i see the 700mm slug liner guns pushing these at 960 to 1000fps being able to put 10 at a minute or better consistantly at the indoor range and the pellet liner guns consistantly being in the 1.25 minute range once the sweet spot is found velocity wise. The HM1000X is pushing them at 1010fps and out of 10 ten shot groups i had 4 that was sub moa and most was right at moa. Now the Red Wolf and S510XS threw thrm all over the place. I believe these are not going to perform in normal Lother Walther barrels but the Octagonal barrels are going to eat them up if you push them really hot. The are not going to replace the NSA 27.5g .22s for the really extreme long range work but I believe im going to set up the Dream lite Bottle gun just for these hybrids and its gonna be it's only snacks. And the on flesh performance of these is unmatched as of right now. They are 100% NASTY on Doves.. Like destroys them to bad if you want to eat the doves you kill these are not what you want to use. The NSA HPs are impressive wound channel wise but NO WHERE NEAR the hybrids... They literally mangle everything in its path and turn organs and flesh to "meat and organ pudding" to the point that the bird is no longer usable table fare. That's a good thing and a bad thing... I love to eat doves i take at the grain farms they are amazing table fare but i use pellets to take them so as to not ruin the birds anyhow so that's the bad... The good is totally POPPING like a balloon starlings and sparrows lol.

[@varimahenry]

How will these perform in a normal barrel?

[@mypage6282]

Mate, what is the camera set up you use on the rifle please?

[@teamcrooks6913]

What is the piece on the buttstock of your FX with the ball on the lower end which allows you to adjust elevation called?

[@alfredosantos5408]

Can I ask you something about ripple,,, is that a regulated ????

[@Jack-co8qe]

Thanks. Your video is BEST bird hunting video!

[@sonbinhnguyen5889]

You can ask yourself if playing with this slugs bullets, is the gun barrel good or not?

[@jtbork1221]

Nice slugs and shirt. Will they work in other guns like Hubin K1MK2. Are 25 cal coming soon?

[@HuntersTrail]

Hi Matt۔! I need your advice Take a gopro side shot cam or eaglevision۔ please suggest me Which would be better? Please

[@richardrojas6306]

Do you think the FX Dreamline Tact Compact in .25cal with a 480mm barrel can shoot the FX Hybrid slug?

[@anthonyamidei9511]

Will the hybrid slugs shoot well out of my first generation wildcat 22?

[@magwarblood]

Do you have the slug/heavy limner in shooting these hybrids ?

[@juanquinteros1410]

Hi Matt, can you please tell me where did you bought your cam scope mount and camera. Thank you

[@rraliassmiley5324]

Do you think I can shoot the slugs in my renegade?

[@TheMrodla]

Hi Mate , I just a piegon this morning in california los Angeles , 25 cal Hatson with 35 lbs, 800 fps. Bengerman silver point , it was more of a punch rather than han a lighting bolt , that I get with my Gamo swarm 177 with 1300 fps lol I wish I could own that a FX. LOL

[@MAAAH1581]

very nice thing that fx company started making these slugs that will definitely start a compition between the companies like NSA HN and lower the prices did the company make a.25 cal and when it will be availble in markets finally keep up the great job 👍🏻 ragards from saudi arabia 🇸🇦

[@Ozmoosi]

Great job again guys! Thanks to you Matt, I had to order my own Impact today!😅 It is so sad, that hunting here in Finland is very limited by air rifle. But at least the pests are now watching their back!

[@jovibacali7737]

hi i have an impact X 600mm(stx barrel) but not mk2, i would assume that i can use the hybrid slugs on, my question is whith my stock set up whats the best velocity for this and can my impact reach like 950 or 960 fps?, im shooting jsb 18s at 900fps right now, hope to get some opinions, thanks, best regards

[@alfredosantos5408]

Can you please give us some advice to incourage my friends,, to buy like your air ripple😊👍

[@mikebenoit6648]

Can I shoot slugs out of a pellet Rifle like the Benjamin Prowler 22 Cal Rifles

[@coltbergman9847]

How much do you have to spend to have a full setup for a pcp pellet gun

[@mytube3687]

Which fx impact 600mm or 700mm barrel you are using?. These slugs are excellent, but still expensive to buy . I hope fx or other company will make them for affordable price.

[@derrickmitchell39dm]

You gotta love that... whatever that is in the background

[@teteahnialum7555]

Hello Matt, How many shot can you get out of one fill with those slugs..??