The Airgun Show - Targeting tricky squirrels, PLUS the Walther RM8 Ultra Compact from Umarex…

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5 жыл бұрын

Grey squirrels are causing serious damage on one of Mat Manning’s shoots by destroying trees and preying on native wildlife. Mat has been using a feeding station to bring the offending rodents to book but they’re starting to get wary. We join him on a challenging hunt as his sets his sights on the remaining bushy-tails.
We’ve got the Walther Rotex RM8 Ultra Compact from Umarex on the bench this week. The original RM8 is an awesome airgun, so tune in to see how the new carbine version of the recoilless PCP shapes up.
Get more airgun insight every month in our sister magazine Airgun Shooter, now totally redesigned and available in all good newsagents and from www.myfavouritemagazines.co.uk/field-sports

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@trevorcollins9297 5 жыл бұрын

Yet again a cracking video Matt. I would also like to commend you on the way you explained the reason for controlling these pests. We don't just do this for fun as the antis would like to think, and although it is good sport for us shooters there really is a valid reason for doing what we do! Keep em coming Matt!

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tevor. Yes, we do our best to explain why we are controlling pests. All the best. Mat

@regsparkes6507 5 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy the shooting segment, I must say. It is good to see you knocking down those vermin . I just LOVE that Walther RM8 !

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Reg. All the best. Mat

@fixingbikeswithmentalhealt4880 5 жыл бұрын

Great video mate fully enjoyed it keep it up

@clanger_6870 5 жыл бұрын

Pleased I saw this, I read your article in Airgun Shooter (Which I'm in this month - Airgun Addict!) and wondered what rifle you were using. It looks lovely! It's going on my wish list. Love the stock. Keep up the good work!

@bertram_oredrock 5 жыл бұрын

Great shooting. It's apparent the damage the Gray Devils do to the hardwoods. Cheers.

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yes, a lot of people ask why we shoot them so we thought we'd show some of the damage they cause. All the best. Mat

@amariifleming9628 5 жыл бұрын

Another cracking video matt I like how u have different guns for videos

@davt8615 5 жыл бұрын

Mat is fairly enjoying the little zbroia seems class for the price!

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

It is a fantastic gun for the money - and out-performs some costing a lot more. All the best. Mat

@davt8615 5 жыл бұрын

@@theshootingshow thanks for the reply mat i know your a busy fella. Iam going to purchase a little zbroia something quite charming about it. Happy shooting even though our sport is currently facing a tough time. (Idiots)

@juancarlospanesbastias4601 3 жыл бұрын

Good Matt...excelent video...abrazo desde Chile..

@jannerkev 5 жыл бұрын

Nice one Mat

@gallopingg1 5 жыл бұрын

TOP VID AS USUAL MAT, MICK FROM SURREY.

@coryjenkins4179 5 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for sharing. I really wish we could get the air gunner magazine over here in Canada but no such luck.

@amigaman9433 5 жыл бұрын

I would have thought you could buy it digitally as a PDF anywhere in the world.

@michaelsebourn3425 5 жыл бұрын

all we need is some biscuits fry em up make some gravy

@nissan300bhp 5 жыл бұрын

I prefer my 2 original rm8's. I have 1 wood in .22 and 1 varmit in .177 both have the manual safety , just seems a faft having to keep clicking the safety in all the time

@johnbragg127 4 жыл бұрын

Love the new compact but safety switch looks annoying any way off keeping it set to off so you dont have to keep moving hand to turn off after every prime

@Abiesaharja 5 жыл бұрын

Mantaaap 👍👍👍

@quinch4219 5 жыл бұрын

What a pity they don't do a LH stock or an ambidextrous stock for this little rifle. As a left hander it precludes owning the gun. :o(

@ukairgunner3267 3 жыл бұрын

Another brilliant video Matt 👍 what pellets is your zabroia favouring?

@Danny_Transition_Patrol 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered my RM8 UC, can’t wait for it to arrive this week, gone for the .177 as think it will be great for target shooting and hunting, it will be my first Pre Charged after having a Hatsan Striker 100X Springer for a few months, just had to upgrade! Can I ask where did you get the metal target holder from Mat? Love the channel. Many thanks

@Danny_Transition_Patrol 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry a 1000X 🤦‍♂️

@frostythehelmet 5 жыл бұрын

Mat where about in the uk are you based? Would love the chance to come on a shooting trip with an expert marksman to get some tips on ambushing multiple species! Great vids, love watching them, keep up the great work, from Ben in Devon!

@rookshire 5 жыл бұрын

again im very impressed with your shot placement .thanks for being humane and ending it qwickly .

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Calvin. That is always my aim - and I should imagine it's a lot quicker than how animals die in the wild: disease, hypothermia, starvation or predation. All the best. Mat

@hendrickotto103 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt, but on the Walther RM8 UC is there a real regulator or rather what is called a "regulated valve" ? Also, there is a narrow gap in the rail (above the magazine port), which appears not to be one-piece ! AND Are single shot adaptors available for the Walther to make it fit for HFT ?

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Hendrick. I will ddo my best to get answers to all those questions. All the best. Mat

@llamedosr7843 5 жыл бұрын

What tree is that? Lovely bark

@andresnoasurfcasting2352 5 жыл бұрын

HOLA, SE PODRIA HACER UN ANALISIS DE KRAL PUNCHER? GRACIAS.

@lukewingfield4717 4 жыл бұрын

Can the walther rm8 be filled by a hand pump or does it have to be filled from another bottle?

@tanner2stryker2 5 жыл бұрын

They strip the bark and line there drays with it into fine fibers if you have ever pulled a dray apart you will see

@airrifleshootingandvarmint8055 5 жыл бұрын

Nice little target stand. Who makes it and where can I purchase one for myself?

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

It's a great piece of kit. Impact Kinetics target holder: www.myfenix.co.uk/targets All the best. Mat

@yeetyeetdelete3003 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have any air rifles that when you reload them you have to flip the barrel forward??

@fery2531 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone knows by any chance where I can go pest shooting in Cheshire area?

@videoschassepeche 5 жыл бұрын

😉👍🏻

@vainparasite 4 жыл бұрын

Good video I wasn’t aware the rm8 was regulated in any form though unless aftermarket. Is it really regged?

@neildobson3990 4 жыл бұрын

I have just purchased a new RM8 ultra compact and yes it is regulated.

@donaldmarks8707 5 жыл бұрын

Seat the pellets properly and that group will be pellet on pellet.

@Jujilter_Peter 5 жыл бұрын

Can you use scope camera..I want to look how it hit.

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

We will be using scope-cam in the next episode. All the best. Mat

@Jujilter_Peter 5 жыл бұрын

Nice.

@kazim278 5 жыл бұрын

Do you have a liscence to downsize squrels?

@russtatt 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt. Is the reticle on the PAO scope a fine one, or fairly thick ?.

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

It's bold enough to be very clear but not so thick as to be a hindrance. I get on very well with it. All the best. Mat

@russtatt 5 жыл бұрын

@@theshootingshow Cheers for that Mat. I was wondering about the comparison with the 10x half mil dot of the Hawke Sidewinder, as that too is quite fine, but not too fine that you can't see it at night.

@amigaman9433 5 жыл бұрын

it always seems to be a compromise regarding the duty of pest control and the ability of making videos for YT, as you decrease the squirrel population other areas need to be exploited be it other feeder sites for squirrels or other pest species. good episode Mat. regards /simon

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's right Simon. Nobody who controls grey squirrels in the UK should be thinking about leaving a few for the future, and that does mean that bag sizes will decrease over time. Obviously, that is because it is a very destructive introduced species whereas the control of our native species is more about keeping numbers in check as they do have a role to play in their ecosystems. All the best. Mat

@mred8002 5 жыл бұрын

If you could learn to talk without waving your hand about, your calming time between shots would be reduced. Just a thought. I know a nice Italian couple whom we challenged to talk without gestures: they couldn’t! Great show! Wish I could afford to emulate you, and frankly envy you a bit.

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Well, Mr Ed - my grandmother was Italian so that probably explains it. Don't be too jealous. I'm a very busy journalist who spends long hours at his desk. I'm afraid my cherished shooting trips only account for a small amount of my time. All the best. Mat

@mred8002 5 жыл бұрын

If you are too busy to hunt, you are too busy. I am old, and regret greatly not prioritizing properly for all those years, lost time forever. Family and the things that have greater long term benefit. But, I understand making a living all too well, and you do excel at your journalism! My Bohemian mother died in my arms years ago: they must be cherished while we have them! Thanks for considering the maundering of this old man.

@linfordgardener6549 5 жыл бұрын

Where’s the comments

@robs4509 5 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy a hat like yours Matt?

@theshootingshow 5 жыл бұрын

Afraid it's discontinued. QuietWear make a similar one but it's reversible and twice as thick. Let me know if you do find one like mine - I need a new one... Cheers. Mat