As enthusiasts, owners, and users of spring piston air guns, you play a crucial role in ensuring your equipment's optimal performance and longevity. Spring pistons are popular for their reliability and ease of use in target shooting and small-game hunting. To maintain this, follow these maintenance and care tips:

Correct Lubrication

Proper lubrication is essential for the smooth operation of your spring piston. Use the following lubricants:

• Tune-in-a-tube and RWS Spring Cylinder Oil for the spring and piston.
• Apply these lubricants to smooth out the shot cycle of the gun.

Lubricating the Piston Seal

The piston seal requires specific lubricants to maintain integrity:

• Use Crosman Silicone Chamber Oil and RWS Silicone Chamber Lube.
• Apply sparingly; one or two drops every 1000-2000 shots as needed.

Do Not Leave Your Spring Piston Air Gun Cocked

To prevent wear on the spring:

• Avoid leaving the air gun cocked for more than a few hours.
• Ideally, minimize the time the gun is cocked to reduce spring fatigue.

By following these guidelines, you can maintain your spring piston air gun in top condition, ensuring it remains a reliable tool for your shooting activities.

Spring Piston Shooting Tips

Use a Spring Air Gun Rated Scope

Not all scopes can handle the unique recoil of spring piston air rifles. When shopping for a scope, consider an air gun rated scope. Recommended brands include:

• Leapers
• Hawke
• Athlon
• Mantis

Contact us or the scope manufacturer before mounting if you're unsure about compatibility.

Proper Pellet Seating

Proper pellet seating can significantly improve accuracy:

• Ensure your pellet is placed in the right direction; the pellet head should be placed into the barrel, and the skirt should face you.
• Ensure the pellet is placed fully in the barrel. Use your thumb to push the pellet fully into the barrel.

Advanced Care

1. Spring Replacement: Tune Kits are available for some guns – Vortek Kits, and are built to increase or decrease Spring Piston air rifle velocities. Call our Customer Support Team at (888) 262-4867.

2. Workbench Ready: Use the Air Venturi Rail Lock Spring Compressor for maintenance, seal, and spring replacement.