Pro-Level AIRGUN Setup !! + Tuning Guide (Pro) - FX Impact Accuracy Secrets Revealed - RMAC 2022

In this video, I'm able to interview Geith Gibson, Pro Team Shooter for Utah Airguns & FX Airguns, AND winner of the 2021 Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge Pro Class, 100 Yard Benchrest international airgun/air rifle shooting match & competition.
During the interview, Keith takes us end-to-end through his hopped up .30 caliber FX Impact airgun, revealing pro-level airgun & air rifle accuracy secrets all along the way. Keith discusses how to extract the most accuracy out of any airgun (not only his FX Impact) and touches on the airgun performance areas of rifle rigidity, airgun barrel twist rate in the wind, JSB/FX Pellets, airgun/pellet rifle muzzle velocity in the wind (870 - 880 fps and sometimes faster), airgun regulator pressure, airgun pellet weight & head size (and airgun pellet skirts), airgun pellet sorting, air rifle & airgun barrel harmonics, airgun moderator tuning, airgun magazine preparation, airgun/air rifle tuning basics & pro tips, practice, confidence, airgun/air rifle hold, and approach... and SO much more!!!
The epic airgun and air rifle accuracy improving secrets revealed in this video are truly amazing and eye opening. Listen carefully to what Keith is teaching us about how to achieve the best accuracy with your air rifle or airgun and be amazed!!
Keith and Norm's KZbin Channel:
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Keith even talks all about airgun & air rifle lead slugs... what brands he prefers to shoot out of his FX Impact for hunting & competition and why, and at what velocity to shoot these airgun slugs and why. Zan Airgun Slugs and Neilsen Airgun Slugs (NSA) are his favorites for very different reasons.
We conclude our chat by talking all about the 2022 Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge international airgun shooting competition... and while Keith is sharing his thoughts on RMAC 2022, I'm sharing plenty of event pictures with the audience!
More 2022 Rocky Mountain Airgun Challenge coverage COMING SOON here on AEAC folks!
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Steve Scialli
Equipment used in the making of this video:
GoPro Hero 8
GoPro Hero 8 Media Mod
Sennheiser MKE-400 Microphone
Anker 10,000 mAh External Battery Pack
FeiyuTech Grip
Sony A6400
Sennheiser MKE-600 Microphone
SmallRig Sony A6400 Cage
Benro Caron Fiber Tripod
Cyberlink PowerDirector Editing Software
Custom Self-Built Liquid-Cooled PC
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[@heithwatkins]

Keith Gibson is a class act. He shares information with everyone. He and Norm are excellent representatives. He wins even if he looses. Because he is appreciated and loved, by fans of the sport. God bless him, Norm and AEAC. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@68Whiskey]

Wow Thank you so much man. That means a lot to me truly

[@UpNorthAirGunner]

Great interview! Could listen to Keith’s wisdom all day long!

[@68Whiskey]

Thanks Chris. Love you man

[@JM10344]

Something is wrong more people need to see and like this. It's is a real keeper. KZbin needs to put this main airgun feed. If I wasn't subscribed I would have never seen this gem.

[@charlespeffley]

Excellent interview Steve! You have a real knack for getting people to relax and share their experiences and secrets! One thing I especially liked is the part where Keith revealed that he weighs all his pellets. Many years ago I did a couple write ups on AGN with photos showing one of my weighing sessions with JSB 33.95gr pellets. The weights ranged from 32.8gr at the low end all the way up to 34.9 at the high end. One difference is that Keith weighs his to within .2 tenths of a grain and I weigh mine to .1 tenth of a grain, and then put all the ones that weigh the same into separate cans. I always cleaned mine first with Acetone to remove any gunk from the manufacturing process though. The bottom line is that if all the pellets in your magazine weigh the same as each other to within .1 - .2 tenths of a grain, then except for wind gusts they are all going to hit the same place on your target. This procedure also eliminates that one or two pesky fliers from your groups. One last thing you can do to improve on your weighed pellets is to lightly lube them with Napier Power Pellet Lube...try doing what I say and you will be amazed at how much tighter your groups are and no more fliers in your groups! All the best, Chuck

[@68Whiskey]

You know of what you speak my friend. I also like to lube when time allows though i use silicone. Same effect. You cant eliminate every flier (there might be a bubble in a pellet that weighs the same) but this sure ups your chances. And playing the odds is always what we do when we shoot for score lol

[@Happy-Me.]

I'm impressed with the respect for JSB Exact pellets.

[@dow4hurst]

I feel validated at last for all those hours weighing pellets, measuring slugs, and generally puzzling over fliers. 😉 Wonderful interview!

[@68Whiskey]

Thanks man it was so fun to do!

[@fabiogorzonidoro766]

Great interviewer....Geith giving crystal clear information... One of the best interviews I ever seen.... thanks!!!

[@68Whiskey]

Awesome glad you enjoyed it! Steve drugged me before we started 😂

[@derrenjesson8923]

Hey Steve, thank you for all the time and energy you put into all of your videos. And such a treat to see behind the scenes at RMAC. Wish we had something on that scale in Canada. Keep ‘em coming please!

[@JM10344]

Wow thank you. You and Keith so many great questions and answers.

[@TriumphRC]

I’m tuning a Slugger Edition M3 in .22 and this video made my morning. I was so disappointed when I got it and started shooting on the stock tune. (1030 fps on 31.2 gr .218). I slowed the fps down using the wheel and fine tuner but ultimate found my sweet spot using the valve adjustment on the second bar. Final settings are M-8 m-3 Valve-2nd line. Final velocity - 960 fps. Hope this helps anyone and this channel rocks. Always be willing to detune. I can still reach out over 300 yds it’s worth it

[@victorlacaya6472]

Hello Steve, Victor from Philippines. Followed your channel soon after it started. Just watched your interview with Keith, he was very kind to share his "nuggets of gold" in air gunning. You should know that you've done a lot of good sharing your knowledge and others to us airgun enthusiast. Thank you very much.

[@airguns_rc]

Keith is a great guy. So is Norm, and you also Steve. It was great seeing all of you at RMAC.

[@68Whiskey]

Thanks brotha! Great seeing you too!

[@redauwg911]

wow that was a great interview what a nice guy thanks a lot Steve

[@midwesttacticalair7742]

Packed full of useful information, thanks again for another very informative video sir

[@Nathanpettit22]

This is an excellent interview!!! Bummed i didnt get a chance to watch this til now.. but absolutley awesome! Ill watch this one again for sure!

[@briandolson2941]

Simply awesome interview and info. Bravo 👏

[@Pauly5150]

Great interview, it bringings it down to earth.

[@bikerboywayne1]

Another awesome vid Steve I always look forward to all the new vids I will make the pilgrimage to RMAC one day I’m a fx impact mkll shooter and not afraid to have a play I have modified a standard fx mod to strip air like you will not believe and it tighten my groups rite up and not just on my own air rifle but on other members rifle at my local ranger I just wanted to share the love with you…………. Wayne from South Wales

[@DanielGarcia-zw8nx]

Thanks for all the great tips and info you guys are awesome keep up the great work 👍👍

[@fieldgunbio2402]

That’s was great. Keith is a top bloke, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and can shoot a bit as well 👊

[@scottmichael3745]

I'm "somewhat" new to the big boy air guns, been shooting brake-barrels for over 30 years. This year I bought a FX Maverick sniper in 22. I LOVE these educational videos! I've shot powder burners for 30 years, but they're right. Air gunners are a friendlier crowd. Great vid, loving the sport And the support! :-)

[@instinctiveways]

Both of your channels are the reason I just recently bought my first .30 impact M3. I was stuck between the Maverick and M3... Thank you for all time and effort you guys put into these videos!

[@gino2033]

Looking good 8n the Utah Airguns Tee Steve thats where I bought my Air Venturi Bull Pup!!!

[@Byley-e7h]

Possibly the most useful air gun video I’ve seen ! Thanks Steve and Keith 👍🇬🇧

[@edmuba250183]

Keith is the bomb 💣 💣 💣 💣 , great video

[@68Whiskey]

Thanks bro!

[@kevinstoughton8476]

Steve & Keith, what a great interview… Relaxed, candid & packed full of terrific information that can really benefit a whole lot of newer shooters…Scratch that, any shooters! Even those that have been around a while should be able to pick up some “little nuggets of goodness” from this conversation. If not, they either weren’t listening or are too arrogant to learn something! 😂 As usual Steve, you’re hard work shows…It is work isn’t it? Seriously, I appreciate the both of you, for what you’ve done for the air gun community & just for being cool “dudes”. Have a great weekend! Stoti P.S. You’re not supposed to tell people you’re both short. You look like giants on video! 😂

[@68Whiskey]

Hahahahaha thanks brother. And thanks for all of your support all the time. I truly appreciate it. And i just said im short to try and appear non egotistical. In my world, im the tallest i have ever been🤣

[@kevinstoughton8476]

@@68Whiskey Livin’ large! I love it! 😉

[@bayonne]

Thank You Both for this informative vid. Steve always asks the right questions, and Keith's forthcoming answers are much appriciated. Gold Nugget City

[@Swamp-Fox]

Awesome interview!

[@thirdworldadv1312]

Great video! Thanks Steve.

[@kenjavurek9247]

Thanks so much! I'll be competing Sunday for the first time. Been practicing a ton, be running pellets over the scale for the day loving this fun

[@nsboost]

68 Whiskey is my favorite "FX" air gunner. He is humble.. honest.. and a great marksman. There is a reason I have a impact m3... And have a panthera on the way.. it's mr whiskey!

[@ryankienbaum8894]

Great job gentlemen!

[@suco.man34]

Pause at 0:16 … 👀

[@derkolo8429]

😂😂🤙

[@justinmakesrepairs4535]

I look forward to next year, I plan on bringing a gun and having some fun. What a great group of guys at RMAC

[@georgedeedsnotwords2162]

Great job guys ! Two of my favorite KZbin shooter influencers . Only have one question...... Keith when the h311 are you and Norm going to get back to making some videos ?! Hope to be able to visit you all one day out there at RMAC ! Its definitely on my bucket list . Too damn much fun with the best people world wide . God bless

[@68Whiskey]

George i thank you for your continued support and promise norm and i cant wait to get back to making videos. My day jobs have been dominating my life but let me assure you the channel will thrive again. I just need to buy some time. Currently i have four full time jobs Its not an excuse but it is a reason lol.

[@georgedeedsnotwords2162]

@@68Whiskey And a family , I understand brother . I have five children myself . We will wait .

[@68Whiskey]

@@georgedeedsnotwords2162 thanks brother. I appreciate the patience. And wow congrats on staying sane with five!!!!

[@agunther08]

Keith-- Thank you!!!! Great info and insight!

[@jovicmonpolizon4310]

I like keith. He's a good guy

[@68Whiskey]

Thanks man

[@thonayan99ify]

23:05 Messi 😃

[@brucekendall52]

An excellent honest review sharing information liberally.Thank you.

[@kiteboardkid]

Love the work you both do and help us all out with, you guys are the real deal! On behalf of the airgunning world... Thank you.

[@robsonconolly8000]

Steeve I like your videos a lot , You go deep searching for good information, I do follow Geith on 68 whiskey for over a year now when got in first place last year for me no was a surprise his a hell of a shooter , Geith I wish I did what you just say , If are a beginner start with pellets . I bought first a Fx m3 .22 what was my first pcp, them a Fx m3 .30 . I spend over a year trying figurate the guns to shoot a good slug no was funny at all , and all the funny to air rifle was gonna , just testing and testing, them I found Ken from Spaw precision weapon He leaves 40 min from me , He did help me a lot. But the point is pellets are away to start for beginners like me.

[@68Whiskey]

Absolutely buddy. And ken is a great resource. Im sure you will find a slug your gun likes with his help

[@N88369]

Great video thanks guys 👍👏

[@BionicRusty]

Now THAT was a great talk 🙏 👏👏

[@bobbyjorogers4937]

Absolute Great Nuggets of wisdom enjoy yall just Good Old Boys living the Dream. 68W Geith & Norm great channel .

[@lizajones1899]

Hi, thanks for the great informative video. Do you know how often he cleans his barrel? Thanks

[@68Whiskey]

I clean about every 1000 shots normally. But for competition i clean before a big match, and then fire a few magazines through it to relead the barrel to a state of homeostasis

[@FloridaRaider]

Top notch tips. Thanks

[@stevestickmanhicks3247]

You guys are awesome. Steve ,you Keith and Norm seem like regular guys. Although Norm looks like he could bend an Impact by his bare hands. Maybe one day I could come shoot with you guys. Keep up the great work. You keep me interested in the sport!. Keep shooting straight and be safe!! “ Stickman”…

[@franciscocarvalho2424]

Este é ó cara parabéns 👏👏👏👏 você merece este sucesso foco feliz pôr você

[@michaelb.42112]

This is golden information ! I'm a total newbie, a couple years, so to me the idea that Geith can't shoot his buddy's gun doesn't quite make sense to me. How different could it be ? If it's like playing someone else's guitar, I get that !

[@68Whiskey]

Its more about the grip and pressure we impart on the rifle. It still shoots well, but it does have a different point of impact

[@juppurulavale13]

Thanks for the great video. I've recently purchased a brand new FX M3 .35cal and i just can't get it to group. I'm using JSB .35 cal pellets. Any suggestions/reg pressure settings?

[@robingibson7503]

I use .22 ZAN 28grn, It is instant kill out to 100 yds on squirrels. Head shots of course.

[@zmanpianoman]

Is there a 100 yard practice range at these high end competitions? Or do you just show up and sight in on the practice bulls on the side of the target sheet before starting.

[@ariamaguila8549]

What liner do you recommend for the zan slugs in .30 cal. I have the maverick sniper and I tryied the Zan slugs I thin 50 grain and it did not group well.

[@RAZ-Baseball-Dad]

Can you comment on the variations in slug diameter at various weights. In .22 caliber we have choices of .216 vs .217 vs. .218. Is there a general rule of thumb for a specific liner, I'm shooting am Impact M3. Thanks in advance. BTW great info., keep it coming.

[@vincentvalerio915]

O yeah and NJ wind blows too !!

[@dinoeduardozucatti9404]

Sou brasileiro amante de PCP deve ser muito bom ter uma dessas máquinas, eu tenho uma PCP Javali uma cópia da Air Force

[@joegonzalez6346]

Hi Steve. Another great video as always. Lots of thoughts but just one question for you. What is the process with air travel and the equipment (rifles, tanks, pellets...)? Thanks

[@junlyndonmajam8310]

Wow the best iar gun ♥️♥️♥️

[@Happy-Me.]

I love how the camera jumps over the woman 😅

[@68Whiskey]

I noticed that too. Just shows how respectful steve is. And i truly appreciate the effort. Others weren’t so respectful…

[@TheExtaci]

Will we see a review to the gamo Arrow?

[@robbypro3370]

The NSA 25 slugs hit so loud on a squirrel with my mk2 at 960 fps. It sounds like a gunshot going off when it hits them because my gun is so quiet.

[@garyedwards2594]

Hi You mentioned .25 zans to be good ! Which weight and speed please . Cheers Gaz

[@68Whiskey]

I love the 41 grain at 940 fps

[@garyedwards2594]

@@68Whiskey Topman Cheers

[@joshuagibson2520]

I'm just waiting for that 68 whiskey shootoff with Amazing Airguns channel. Lol. That dude is a dope! (The AA channel.)

[@68Whiskey]

Hahahahah. I forgot about that guy. Hopefully one day he comes and sees what real competition is like. But he wont 😂

[@faranzia8890]

Hi, Sir I am from Pakistan, I have a question, definitely you are an expert in the field of airgun technology, I want to know that why mostly expert airgunners (hunters) do not take more interest in air force airguns (condor & texen) specially during competitions and in normal seasonal hunting...?

[@heithwatkins]

I think alot of people use Air Force in big bore hunting and big bore competition.

[@faranzia8890]

@@heithwatkins but .177 & .22 calibers are also being provided by air force.

[@GreatLakesLogger]

@@faranzia8890 I can speak for everyone, but one of my friends had an air force for a bit. It was very behind the times as far as tuning and adjustability goes. FX allows you to really dial a gun in precisely. Most air force guns aren't even regulated, which is absolutely horrible for accuracy and consistency.

[@kevinJmadsen]

After watching .68 Whiskey for years, I would have been more surprised if Keith didn't win.

[@drichards6626dr]

Amen on the .25 Kieth. I think it’s the best all around caliber But with the .22 slug craze the .25 feels like a lost caliber.

[@alessandrofae2621]

Hello. why don't I see anyone using fx Maverick?

[@scubajeeper1]

How do pellets perform in a slug liner?

[@68Whiskey]

Quite well if you use the heavier weight. Like in 25 use a 34 grain instead of the lighter version

[@dougbetz6086]

The Real deal…

[@bimahunter]

👍👍👍👍

[@GwynieJ]

Don’t need an M3 to win 21k good job!

[@janrobertbos]

NICE!!!!........as we got used to..................LOL!!!

[@texasranchadventures]

🥹 those shorts

[@Letskeepthingsreal]

It’s gotta help having Earnest Rowe hanging out yer a**e

[@DeaganZ3488]

Whats up @ :15

[@BatSam948]

Oh that girl in 0:15 min! Trying too hard. Lol

[@billalvarez6699]

I could not make my 30 cal shoot accurate..fk!!

[@terminadorairgunsandoutdoors]

Secret is spend a shit ton of money & time.