Crosman 2300S air pistol

It's a fantastic gun, and I have yet to encounter a defective pellet. Because everything I own is scoped, I had to relearn how to use iron sights. However, it reminds me of my days as a marine, when all you had were irons. I'm not as accurate as it is, but at 13 yards, I'm consistently hitting Budweiser screw caps. The shot count is excellent, with at least 50 shots per cubic meter. A shoulder stock, red dot sight, and a 14 were among the items I ordered. To see what it's capable of, you'll need 6 barrels. I'm also looking forward to receiving a set of zebra wood grips and a trigger shoe. The bolt was a little rough at first, but it smoothed out nicely after some use. The trigger is a little rough at the moment, but it's getting better. It's not bad if you adjust the trigger travel screw until it stops firing. Most importantly, tilt the barrel up when loading it because loading it level will cause it to jam. I've used everything from wads to kodiaks and have never had a jam out of it in 200 rounds. It has been reported that it is unable to load wads. This is the straightforward response. Update. I've put over ten different kinds of pellets through it, and they've all performed admirably. I tried a tin of beeman pointed that I found in my box, and holy crap. At a distance of 13 yards, there is a single ragged hole. It wasn't a fluke because I took more shots. They're inexpensive, but they're the most precise I've tried.

Ayla Vogel

| Mar 05, 2021

The pistol comes packaged in a plain brown cardboard box with egg-crate foam lining. The Williams sight comes with instructions and is packaged in a plastic pouch. The instructions for the pistol are written in three languages. On heavy 11x18" paper, colored and printed. The English side is on one side, and the Spanish side is on the other. All- All in all, a very useful set of guidelines. br>br>The pistol has a nice appearance, with all of the printing on the tube done by laser etching into the black finish. The barrel band is a substantial piece of metal that is firmly attached, which is far superior to the ugly stamping that is done on the less expensive guns. The barrel is held in place with a strong grip. br>br>The silver muzzle "brake" is not one of my favorites. Anodized aluminum appears to be the material of choice for this piece of bling. To match the barrel, I'd prefer it to be black. Its purpose, according to Crosman, is to add weight to the front of the gun in order to balance it. Regardless, it does protect the barrel front from impact, which is a plus. br>br>However, the grips are a letdown. As the hands adjust their position on the grips, they creak and move. When tightening them, there is a sweet spot where movement is minimal but still present. Even when properly tightened, you're left with a cheap-looking product. grips that appear to be made of plastic br>br>When I examined the pistol, I was disappointed to discover that the muzzle brake was loose and had rotated off to the side; the gun is expensive, so why was it shipped this way? The set screw on the brake was broken loose and straightened with a 5/64 hex key (not included). I tightened it up, and it's stayed that way ever since. br>br>The Williams sight comes with a small hex key that can be used to attach it to the pistol. You'll also need a flat-blade screwdriver, which you'll have to bring with you. br>br>With the sight mounted, it was clear that it was also slightly tilted. I was worried that I was having the same issue with a "canted" breech that others had warned about. When I looked down the base of the Williams sight, I noticed that the movable mounting foot wasn't flush with the base. The sight is tipped as a result of this. To correct the problem, loosen the two hex screws and tighten the top screw until the movable plate is snug against the base. After that, tighten with the hex screws. The sight will be true to the breech after you tighten the top screw one last time. The issue has been resolved. br>br>I loaded a CO2 cartridge with a Crosman Super match pellet in the breech and fired my first shot indoors at a target about 10 feet away, always with a drop of Pellgun oil on the tip. Vertically, I was about 2 inches off the mark, so I made some adjustments. The next shot came in at a much more intimate distance. The final adjustment put me right in the middle of the target. I fired a few more rounds and began to worry that I was either missing the target or that the pellets were not leaving the gun. I was putting rounds into the same hole, as it turned out. I was pleasantly surprised by the accuracy of the gun. The trigger was heavy and had a slight creep to it. Later, I'll make the necessary changes. br>br>Returning to the CO2 cartridge for a moment, I've seen experienced shooters slam the filler cap down hard when installing a new cartridge. I believe this is a holdover from the days when the cap tightened pierced the cartridge. Only a finger tightening of the cap is required on these Crosmans. The goal is to get the cartridge's nose in contact with the sealing gasket. The cap should be finger-tight at this point! (A coin, screwdriver, or hammer drill were not used to tighten it. ) ) The gun is then dry fired two or three times until it makes a satisfying report, indicating that the cartridge has been pierced. Note: The cartridge is pierced when the pistol is fired! Even if you tighten the cap until the threads strip, the cartridge will not be pierced until the gun is fired. br>br>I turned the power dial all the way down. You can feel when the spring no longer applies pressure to the hammer block as you crank it out. From maximum to minimum, this takes about 7 turns. At the lowest setting, I get a lot more shots per cartridge than advertised. You'd think I was exaggerating if I told you how many. I'll just say that you won't be let down. br>br>Low power plinking is good for the environment because it saves CO2. However, it isn't very good for target shooting. I've discovered that two turns tighter results in the most conservative use and consistent FPS. The standard deviation for ten shots will be only 2. With Crosman Super Match, I get 405 FPS at full power. Each one is 8 grains in weight. The standard deviation of a ten-point scale. A standard deviation of less than one is indicated by the shot group. So, if you want to shoot target matches, full power is the way to go. br>br>I'm not sure how Crosman came up with the 520 FPS figure for this gun. That is the specification for a typical Crosman power valve, such as the one found in a 2240. The 2300S and 2300T have special reduced power valves that aim to keep FPS consistent by using less CO2 per shot. Now it's time to tweak the trigger pull. br>br> I chose the lightest setting on the adjuster. I got a 3-inch measurement of the pull. a half pound Crosman's ad copy promises a pound, but this is a far cry from that. The same crudely stamped sear that Crosman has been using for years is visible when you open up the trigger housing. Crosman does not shim the pivoting parts to keep them true to the pivot axis. There is only a single spring washer for the trigger. On its pivot, the sear simply wobbles. I'll add proper shims here one of these days. br>br>The pull was reduced to 2 pounds after polishing the trigger and sear. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't exactly what I expected. At the very least, the polishing removed the slight trigger creep I'd noticed, but if they say it goes to one pound, that's what it should be. I'm confident I could replace this spring with a lighter one or shorten it to reduce the weight to one pound. For my shooting, two pounds is sufficient. Even at one pound, I'm too light. I'm just irritated because it isn't what it claims to be. There is an overabundance of triggers. br>br>There is an overabundance of triggers. br>br>There is an Adjustment of travel. It's changed by turning a very loose-fitting knob. a suitable set screw This mechanism is a disappointment in such an expensive pistol because it is poorly designed. It's just a shaky, sloppy mess. sharp, well-fitting Set screw with a ridiculous amount of jutting out on one side. I was sick of my hand scraping against the gun every time I shifted my grip. I was so annoyed that I used a Dremel tool to grind it down and slot it. It now sits just beneath the trigger guard's surface, and it can be adjusted with a flat screwdriver. I'm not sure if it'll ever need to be adjusted again, but it's fine now and no longer hurts. When the gun is brand new, the bolt feels a little stiff. That appears to be working well now, as it has already improved after a few hundred rounds. Don't try to make the bolt smoother by lubricating it. You'll only end up causing a shambles. br>br>I only use Pellgun oil on the bolt of the gun. ring, and the CO2 cartridge's tip Oiling everything that moves is a big mistake with air guns, because the oil tends to vaporize during a shot and travel to all the places it needs to go, as long as it's put in the critical spots the manufacturer recommends. If you start smearing oil all over the place, you'll end up with an oily gun that's constantly dirty and wears out. br>br>At 10 pumps, this pistol is quieter than a standard Crosman 2240 or 1322. If you're familiar with those guns, you'll understand why. If you have an indoor range set up in your home, this is a good gun to use. br>br>The Williams site is a lot of fun to use. Each click is very adaptable and responsive. br>br>This gun appeals to me. Despite how much I've harped on about the flaws, let's be clear: this gun is a tried and true design. It only has a few parts and performs admirably. It's tough, dependable, and, above all, precise. On the downside, you'll have to finish the gunsmithing operations yourself (like polishing the sear) if you want it to be a top performer. It is critical that parts are readily available and reasonably priced. The pistol is made in the United States, which is nice, and I don't regret buying it because it's a well-balanced shooter that I enjoy tinkering with.

Helen Chaney

| Jul 01, 2021

To begin, I'd like to point out that this pistol consists of TWO distinct items: After that, there's the silhouette pistol, followed by the Williams target sight. The pistol I received was in excellent condition and felt like a higher-end firearm (despite the fact that it is an airgun). Some may argue that $200 for a CO2 pistol is excessive, but consider the following factors. The Williams target sights are 70 dollars each, and they can be used on any firearm with a 3/8 dovetail! So, for an entry match grade life-long pistol, you're looking at 130 bucks. This package, in my opinion, is far superior to the 2300T (target version). The muzzle break, a high-end sight, is not included with the 2300T. I'm not sure about the velocity knob that can be adjusted. I fired about 100 shots with it and it performed admirably at 10 meters right out of the box. I haven't fine-tuned it yet, but the trigger pull is a nice thumbscrew design that goes from 1 to 2. Pulling weight of 4 pounds UPDATE: Read the rest of the reviews for a more in-depth look. The front sight pin is mounted to the muzzle break, and the muzzle break has a set screw UNDERNEATH: to the "canted sight problem," this is NOT an issue; the front sight pin is mounted to the muzzle break, and the muzzle break has a set screw UNDERNEATH: loosen and twist the muzzlebreak/sightpin until it is aligned with the back notch sight. It is impossible to "cant" the actual bolt carrier top, as some have suggested. Simply mount the back Williams sight first, then adjust the front to match.

Erik Weaver

| Jul 18, 2021

There are a few flaws, though. 1) Take your time when securing the rear sight. Tighten the three screws slowly while working on it. Many people believe the rear sight is crooked because of this. It needs to be applied with care. 2) It's difficult to know how tight to screw the cartridge in. It's also possible that you'll have to tap the gun to get the cartridge out. br>3) After a long period of shooting, the rear sight screws will become loose. br>br>However, the range of adjustments and the high quality of this gun for the price far outweigh its flaws. Crosman, you have a nice gun. Nice gun.

Darius Potts

| Feb 18, 2021