Benjamin Sheridan 392 (Also Including PA) Reviews
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★★★★★
Written on: 18/07/2010
“This is a srong gun it will kill Birds the size of...”
This is a srong gun it will kill Birds the size of pigen you can shoot them any where and they will fall and die insatantly. This gun will kill squrrels if you shoot them in stomach takes 2o seconds to die chest takes 10 seconds and head is instant. Rabbit head shot is the best or heart which will take longer to kill. I used crosman premier hollow pellets which are 500 for 7$ at my walmart. This gun is very accurate i never miss a small water bottle at 20 yards. This gun will kill raccoon and...
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★★★★★
Written on: 12/03/2010
“I grew up with my dads .22 cal 10 pump and I just got...”
I grew up with my dads .22 cal 10 pump and I just got my 392, just like the old one! Well built, extremely accurate even at 50 yds. Pumping is easy if you have any upper body strength at all. I shot a soda can at 50 yds, open sights and hit it all day long. Absolutly amazing little rifle. No need to buy anything else. By the way my dads still shoots today with no problems ever, he said he got it when he was 13 years old. That's 1953!! 57 years old and it still shoots strong and accurate!!!!...
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★★★☆☆
Written on: 31/01/2010
“I GOT MY 392 22CAL, FROM WHAT I HAVE READ THEY ARE...”
I GOT MY 392 22CAL, FROM WHAT I HAVE READ THEY ARE WORRY FREE! LAST MANY YEARS. NOW THAT I HAVE ONE I SEE WHY,CHEEP & MINE IS NOT ACCURATE! IT IS AT 10MM? BUT AT 20MM THAT IS WHEN IT OPENED THE GROUP TO 3". I HAVE A SPRINGER' TF97 22CAL THAT WILL HIT 1/4" GROUP AT 20MM,. & WHAT'S UP WITH KEEPING 1 PUMP IN THE GUN HAVE TO DO WITH THE SEAL?. JUST GOT IT TODAY 1/30/10, & WILL BE RETURNING IT ON MONDAY IF THE PUMPING AT 30+LBS IT TOOK BOTH HANDS TO GET IT UP TO 7 PUMPS & FOR WHAT 625FPS OR ABOUT...
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★★★★★
Written on: 26/09/2009
“The Benjamin Sheridan 392 is the best production...”
The Benjamin Sheridan 392 is the best production airgun made today, but it's made for a man (pumping is exercise). It's power is only surpassed by a few of the superexpensive springer guns that have a recoil, are very heavy, and are very loud. This thing also has a fixed barrel which adds to scopable accuracy unlike the moving barrel of the springers. The trigger is completely okay and I could hit a nickel every time at 10 paces just with the open sights--easily within my eyesight variation. I just...
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★★★★★
Written on: 25/06/2009
“This benjamin sheridan 392 gun is powerful, accurate,...”
This benjamin sheridan 392 gun is powerful, accurate, and well worth the money. I shoot at a peanut jar (6x6inches) at 45 yards and I hit it with open sites every time with only 5 pumps. The gun is very well balanced, it is just as easy to shoot standing up as sitting with a rest. Today I shot a laundry detergent container about 25 yards out, the pellet went right through it and hit the peanut jar at 45 yards. The pellet kept a STRAIGHT LINE even after passing through the plastic container....
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★★★★★
Written on: 13/04/2009
“This Benjamin Sheridan 392 airgun is overall very...”
This Benjamin Sheridan 392 airgun is overall very good, unlike most other airguns today the Benjamin 392 keeps up with the tradition that is accuaracy, dependability, and bang for your buck. just like its ancestors...
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★★★★★
Written on: 08/04/2009
“had the benhamin sheridan 392 gun PA for years no...”
had the benhamin sheridan 392 gun PA for years no breaks or any problems but still wish they put scope rails...
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★★★☆☆
Written on: 11/01/2009
“Academy took it back no questions asked. I have 24 air...”
Academy took it back no questions asked. I have 24 air guns. Crossman sure lost the quaility Benjamin had. Would buy another and try to break it in and try different pellets IF it had good sights or 3/8 dovetail for scope. ...
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★★★★★
Written on: 09/01/2009
“Made in the USA - all steel - no plastic. Variable...”
Made in the USA - all steel - no plastic. Variable power - three to four pumps for plinking and 5 through 8 for hunting. Many 22 pellets available including light to heavy. Purchase a Williams Model 64 peep and installed easily - just follow instructions by Williams for both installation and sighting in. Peep helps me shoot again with irons for my mid age eyes and glasses. Variable power is fun; although I like my springers and their associated power. Benjamin Sheridan 392 has good power as well...
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★★★★★
Written on: 03/01/2009
“If your not determined and lack the ingenuity to make...”
If your not determined and lack the ingenuity to make something unforgiveable work, then go buy a Beeman airgun. Frankly I don't have $500.00 to spend on a basic high-power air gun. Solution, I mounted a red dot scop on mine,.....the $87.00 392. I then removed the trigger group assembly, studied it and came up with an adjustable trigger. It's very slippery. I then added a counter weight to the end of it,.......knock out the roll pin and remove the brass plug at the business end, then drill and tap...
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★★★★★
Written on: 18/12/2008
“Thirty years ago I used to plink and hunt with a .20...”
Thirty years ago I used to plink and hunt with a .20 caliber Sheridan Bluestreak. That gun was deadly accurate on small game out to 50 yards using the stock iron sights. I put thousands of rounds through it before the pressures of business and family took all of my time. I retired six months ago and one of my goals was to take up plinking again. I was surprised to see the old .20 caliber Bluestreak still being offered but I decided to go with the .22 caliber 392 instead. More choices in pellets,...
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★★★★☆
Written on: 02/12/2008
“I have used this rifle to take gray squirrells at...”
I have used this rifle to take gray squirrells at distances of 20 yards and less. It is my opinion that it just is not powerful enough to consistantly make humane kills. Good solid head/brain shots are needed to kill quickly so that they do not needlessly suffer. Shots to the heart/lung areas too often fail to kill quick and clean. While I really like this air rifle, I think it is better suited to shooting tin cans rather than small game unless it is done at really close distances with shots to...
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★★★★★
Written on: 24/11/2008
“This rifle has stood the test of time. It is also...”
This rifle has stood the test of time. It is also extremely accurate and dependable. I shoot possums at 30 yds. and it kills them first shot. Accurate and dependable...
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★★★★★
Written on: 27/08/2008
“Benjamin 392 22cal/Crossman 4x32mm Scope. ”
Benjamin 392 22cal/Crossman 4x32mm Scope. For the price of this gun you get a nice quality and decently accurate rifle. With a 4x32 scope on it, I can consistently hit soda cans out 30-40 yards. It's not a thumper compared to high velocity springers, but it's cheaper, doesn't kick and air source wise, it's self contained. Some say it's not good for small game beyond 20 yards, but I've taken rabbits out to 30 yards with only 5 or 6 pumps using crossman premiers, and no, a second shot is not required....
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★★★★☆
Written on: 22/07/2008
“Great power, excellent accuracy, and VERY fun to use....”
Great power, excellent accuracy, and VERY fun to use. Also doubles as an exercise device! My rifle has taken a serious since I've had it, and it looks even better all scratched up... Well recommend Benjamin Sheridan 392....
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★★☆☆☆
Written on: 02/07/2008
“I just got this gun today and had 5 fatass dove lined...”
I just got this gun today and had 5 fatass dove lined up on the telephone wire...i didnt hit a single one...and this things impossible to sight in even with open sights....grate dissapointment...(cant spell for my life)....thank God i got it at academy im returning it tomarrow........
Read full reviewGreygeek's response to Guest's Review
Written on: 18/12/2008
I disagree with this review because...<br/>So many, many people, including myself, report very accurate shooting with the 392.<br/><br/>The gun does NOT come "sighted in" right out of the box. When receiving a new air rifle one should always clean it and then, testing several pellets ranging from light to heavy, sight it in with the pellet giving the best grouping. <br/><br/>In some rifles using too light of a pellet (i.e. the high velocity, lead free ones) can cause erratic accuracy. This has been well documented in several videos. I have found that the 14.3gr Crossman Premium hollow point, which is a well made, very uniform pellet., works well in the 392, and I suspect that a heavier, 18gr pellet would work as well, as long is it well made. The 392 is a very affordable air rifle, but that is no reason to skimp on the quality of the pellet you use.<br/>
★★★★★
Written on: 17/06/2008
“Would recommend this rifle to anyone. Its powerful,...”
Would recommend this rifle to anyone. Its powerful, accurate and most of all good bang for your buck!...
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★★★★★
Written on: 07/06/2008
“Quality well built gun. strong & accurate. definitely...”
Quality well built gun. strong & accurate. definitely worth the price. Would recommend this gun for anyone who is looking for an airgun rifle, this guns a steal for the price! ...
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★★★★★
Written on: 04/04/2008
“After finding the pellet it likes best, crosman domed...”
After finding the pellet it likes best, crosman domed premiers at .68" group at 50 yards with ao centerpoint scope 4-16x40, there's nothing it won't take down. There were some pellets that did not do this rifle justice 3" groups. The other pellets it liked were the jsb. I have taken down crows, raccoons, rabbits, an opposum. Usually head shots since it's accuracy with the premiers is excellent....
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★★☆☆☆
Written on: 06/01/2008
“My second one...I brought the first one back, because...”
My second one...I brought the first one back, because it shot so erratically. Couldn't sight it in. And I thought it was a fluke, so I exchanged it for another one. Same thing all over again. There is no way to sight it in, because it changes every time. To the left, to the right, high, low, I can shoot exactly the same with no pull, on a solid ledge, same target, and get five different directions with five shots.Not happy at all....
Read full reviewBenjammin's response to Guest's Review
Written on: 24/05/2008
try diferrent pellets until you find one that it likes. for the most part they arent to pellet finiky, but i get the best accuracy with crossman field pellets, jsb exact and rws domes. also make sure you run some patches down the barrel, to make sure its clean.
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★★★☆☆
Written on: 21/06/2007
“I know the Sheridan 392 has a loyal following, but...”
I know the Sheridan 392 has a loyal following, but unfortunately, I'm not in that crowd. Coming from a (relatively new) background of three Gamo springers (a Delta, a Shadow Sport, and a CF-X), I thought a .22 would be a nice addition to my collection. I was initially looking into RWS's 48 and 350, but I didn't want to break the bank, especially if another quality option was available. I spoke with a rep. at Crossman, and he told me that pumping takes 25 lbs. per stroke. While I had no way...
Read full reviewMachinehead's response to kicknotes's Review
Written on: 23/05/2008
The gun is a pneumatic pumper, but the reviewer complained about the pumping...
Kicknotes's response to kicknotes's Review
Written on: 28/05/2008
"machinehead" made a similiar snide comment in my review of the Crosman 1377. Obviously, it's just someone from Crosman defending their products. Please disregard.
Milrose's response to kicknotes's Review
Written on: 28/05/2008
I am curious if this review is based on a Benjamin 392 or a Benjamin 392 with Pump-Assist Modification (from Benjamin/Crossman) as there is a difference in the difficulty of pumping and the price!
<br/>Milrose
Kicknotes's response to kicknotes's Review
Written on: 29/05/2008
Standard 392, no pump assist mod. Like I said, Crosman quoted me "25 lbs. per stroke" as far as cocking effort goes, but I compared that effort to the effort required to cock my CFX, my RWS 54, or my RWS 350, and I found it hard to believe that number (25 lbs). In any event, I won't be going back to any Crosman products.<br/><br/>Incidentally, just purchased two Daisy 008's for fun plinkers -- much better quality than any Crosman pistol I've used, and not expensive. Like I said -- inexpensive doesn't have to mean poor quality.
Machinehead's response to kicknotes's Review
Written on: 10/06/2008
I'm a snide fellow! <br/><br/>Hooray!
★★★★★
Written on: 16/06/2007
“I purchased my first adult air rifle last summer in...”
I purchased my first adult air rifle last summer in the form of a Daisy Powerline 1000. Making the novice mistake of buying velocity over quality, I was immediately disappointed with its performance. The quality was simply abysmal. It was cheaply constructed out of plastic, and, even with the included 3x9 scope attached, I couldn't hit anything even at comparatively close ranges. This summer I decided to rectify my mistake by buying the exceptional Benjamin 392. I was immediately impressed by its...
Read full reviewMilrose's response to WooLax23's Review
Written on: 29/05/2008
This review was based on a standard Model 392 not a 392 with Pump Assist Modification--not available in June 07 and available in June 08 exclusively from Pyramyd Air.
★★★★★
Written on: 20/04/2007
“I have had this gun for a while now and have had no...”
I have had this gun for a while now and have had no problems with it. I like the variability in power because of the multi-pump design, and the fact that pump guns have no recoil unlike spring powered ones. It was my first .22 caliber air gun and I can almost feel (probably from the satisfying sound upon impact) the pellet hit. I have had a Crosman .177 bb/pellet pump for even longer and was quite satisfied with it. If you like how pump air guns work, then this one is the most advanced one you can...
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★★★★★
Written on: 01/04/2007
“I recently purchased this gun, and without even firing...”
I recently purchased this gun, and without even firing a shot, it became my favorite air rifle. The way it looks, handles, and feels is superior to anything else I own, and it's price was much cheaper than anything of similar build quality. The gun is very accurate. The dovetail sites are excellent, no need for a scope. Anything under 20 yards, I like to use Beeman Kodiak pellets because of their heavy weight. Beyone that, I use RWS Superpoints, they give a nice flat trajectory. Being a multi-pump,...
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★★★★★
Written on: 11/01/2007
“My 392 has been through hell and back, had BBs shot...”
My 392 has been through hell and back, had BBs shot through it, (very bad idea, not only a rifled barrel, but different caliber, and brass barrel, which is very soft, but incredibly accurate), and it groups at 1" at 50 yards. Hard to believe? Believe it. Oh, and I shoot iron sights. I'm sure it would be even better with a scope. This is a must have for anyone who wants to shoot targets, or pests. Go with the .22 caliber (the 392), just in case your wondering about the .177 and the .20 caliber Benjamin...
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★★★★★
Written on: 29/12/2006
“he Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is not an expensive air...”
he Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is not an expensive air rifle, and it does its job by taking down rabbits, squirrels, rats, doves, ducks and a lot more. Shooting accuracy is perfect for 10 yards - 50 yards. I personally have a Benjamin rifle with a Tasco 3-9x scope, and it's a deadly one.
I hope this review is helpful for you folks....
★★★★☆
Written on: 20/11/2006
“I've had my 392 for several years now and am generally...”
I've had my 392 for several years now and am generally satisfied with it's performance, except at longer ranges beyond 30yds where power drops considerably. Long periods of shooting are quite tiring. On the whole a good solid pellet gun....
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★★★★★
Written on: 01/11/2006
“I would recommend this air rifle to anyone looking for...”
I would recommend this air rifle to anyone looking for an accurate, quality, easy to use, quiet and fun to shoot air rifle. The Benjamin 392PA would be a great first rifle for any young person looking to improve their shooting skills, and anyone wanting to enjoy a true old and tried air gun experience....
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★★★★★
Written on: 20/04/2006
“This Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is my first pump .22...”
This Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is my first pump .22 after shooting a Daisy 880-.177 cal. For many years, I'm more than satisfied with this gun overall. I tried a Crossman break barrel with two different scopes and couldn't hit a thing. The box the 392 comes in states "only accurate to 33 feet." With open sights I consistantly hit a can sized taget at over 200 feet and can easily hit farther with good aim! When I need to nail a squirrel or pesky birdee I grab my trusty 392....
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★★★★★
Written on: 07/12/2005
“I've had my Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA for about 6 months...”
I've had my Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA for about 6 months and love it. I've taken 12 squirrels this past week by walking down the alleys. I skipped last hour of school seminar so I could shoot when no one was home. Shot all but one in the head and dropped them like stones. All Gamo dome pellets exited. One even went lengthwise through a cottontail at 20 yards. I'm getting a scope to put on it it find out how accurate it really is but it can't get much better....
Read full reviewEvman's response to 219926_sheridanman's Review
Written on: 30/04/2006
I was wondering if getting a crosman backpacker would be better then the 392? Evman
★★★★★
Written on: 21/11/2005
“I bought my first Sheridan in the late 60's, and I...”
I bought my first Sheridan in the late 60's, and I shoot thousands of rounds with it. I have killed hundreds of squirrels and rabbits with open sights and the old fashioned Sheridan pellets. I pretty much wore that gun out, yet last month I pulled it from the gun rack and hit my target at night at 20 yards with one shot.
I found the new Benjamin Sheridan with a scope and purchased it. It would shoot 1/3 in groups at 10 meters and the trigger drove me nuts, so off to the shop where I completely...
Jeff Iammarino's response to bereznov's Review
Written on: 13/07/2007
Can you explain exactly what you did to solve the trigger issue. Is it something that can be done easily - or at least fairly easily with little risk of damaging the gun?
<br/>Thanks
★★★★★
Written on: 21/09/2005
“3 pumps will easily go in and out of a hard Campbell...”
3 pumps will easily go in and out of a hard Campbell soup can at 10 meters with the Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA. The superiority of .22 over .177 is oh so very enjoyable. I am shooting RWS Masterdomes. 14.5 g. I am waiting for Pyramid air slugs at 23g and solid skirt to see how they perform. I can tell by shooting the rifle that heavier pellets are going to perform nice.
I had a Daisy Powerline 1000s and the trigger was so stiff I returned it. Everyone complains about the 392's trigger but...
Patgreen123's response to jcnesqmba's Review
Written on: 01/06/2006
I believe the 23 grain pellets would be to heavy for this pellet rifle. You still want enough velocity for it to be flat shooting and create some hydrostatic shock to whatever it hits. Try it and see how it works. The heaviest pellet I've used was the Beeman Kodiak. It's trajectory wasn't very flat but it did penetrate enough to kill. See how it does and let us know.
Patgreen123's response to jcnesqmba's Review
Written on: 02/06/2006
This is an insert to my previous comment. What I meant was it penetrated enough to kill. For some reason I forgot to add that.
Patgreen123's response to jcnesqmba's Review
Written on: 15/06/2006
A groundhog. Review centre edits some details for some reason.
★★★★★
Written on: 07/09/2005
“I have had several different air rifles from cheap...”
I have had several different air rifles from cheap Red-Rider (tm) copies to Crossman 2100 to an Anschutz 2000 (aluminum stock) match rifle.
In plain words, the Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA air rifle is the most unique of them all. Match rifles are heavy but hole to hole accurate; however, the Benjamin 392 left me feeling very impressed just after five shots out of the box.
Just to let you know about my shooting habits, I ran a dry air rifle wick through the bore to remove any left over...
Bubba Iii's response to forthaney's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
now thats what I'm looking for, thanks
★★☆☆☆
Written on: 26/07/2005
“I received my Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA Air Rifle a...”
I received my Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA Air Rifle a couple of weeks ago from Cabela's. I was anticipating a great air rifle, and I was pleased at the construction and appearance. However, I have shot it at least 300 rounds with Benjamin, Crosman, and Daisy pellets, and this gun will not group three shots inside of 6" at 15 yards. I have tried the scope and mounts that came with the gun and and I have tried the open sights. I have tightened every fastener and checked the sights. I have run cleaning...
Read full review203758_Antisquirrel's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 28/07/2005
It may be 20 or 22 cal. and you are using the 177 pellets.
Nordattack's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 12/08/2005
Could this person be using .20cal pellets in this .22cal gun? They may think it is a Sheridan.
Dg512055's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 12/08/2005
I am using .22 cal pellets. I have investigated and shot the gun more trying to give it a fair chance. I have noticed that the end of the barrel does not have any rifling. I put a black marker ring inside the barrel at the end and shot several rounds, and the black ink ring was never touched. Still has horrible accuracy.
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<br>DG
Nordattack's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 15/08/2005
It seems you have a defective gun. Sometimes on a manufacturing line the machines will wig out and a item will get through that is not made properly. If someone is asleep in Q.C. or is simply bored then it will get through. You should send it back for replacement. I just ordered a 392 from www.pyramidair.com I will add my review once I put the gun through its paces.
<br>Question: Please list the brand and model of pellet you have tried in your gun so far. I am going to begin with the Beeman Silver Arrow in my tests, I have found this pellet to shoot the most accurately in every airgun I have ever used it in. Regardless of the airgun's velocity the Silver Arrows seem to always shoot the tightest groups.
220985_Simply's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 15/12/2005
Dude,
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<br>Are you using .20 caliber pellets? Sounds like you are shooting .177 pellets in a .20 cal gun. Don't worry, it's a common mistake.
Bubba Iii's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
Don't understand it, you sure your using .22 pellets ?
Dg512055's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
I am using .22 cal pellets from Daisy, Crosman, and Benjamin. None of them produced acceptable results. I have even taken out my powder scale and sorted some of the pellets by weight to eliminate this variable. My goal was to control starlings on my purple martin houses at 25 yards, but the accuracy of this gun made it hopeless to hit a starling at that range. Groups would be 5" to 6" on average. This is average grouping, not the occasional flyer. I tried the scope and open sites, making sure that everything was tight. Many different power settings were tried. The problem seems to be in the barrel. None of the pellet brands fit tight enough to engage the rifling. The barrel is way oversize. All shooting was done from a bench with lead shot bags for support. I have fired 1,000's of rounds of air gun, 22LR, and various other caliber rifles in this manner, so I am confident that technique is not involved. This gun just will not group, unless someone can tell me where to find some .22 pellets that run on the large size. I may try that as a last resort. I have found that my Ruger 10/22 with hvy bbl will group about 1.5" at 25 yards with CCI CB Shorts at 750 fps, 29 grains. This is contolling the starling problem, so I think that I will abandon the air gun all together.
Cesarf25S's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 17/06/2006
Try grabbing a .22 spring piston.
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<br>Do not get a quest. The daisy 22SG would be good if the shoot is under 40. It is very accurate. I received one from pyramid air. The barrel was loose and I still got .5 inch groups at 10 meters. It was a defected rifle. It grew worse the more I shot it. It comes with a 4x32 scope. Im going to exchange the rifle for one that isnt defective. When I pulled it out of the box. I sighted it with a leapers 3-9x40 scope and I caught a crow with a shot to the neck at 32 yards. :)
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<br>AH!!! yes
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<br>THe pump action is AS SWEET AS CANDY! My pumpmaster 760 and Remington AM77 are a lot harder to pump. It feels like your not compressing just a little bit of air, but when you shoot it :) It gives you exactly what you want.
Machinehead's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 01/01/2007
I'd have exchanged it right away. If you decide to give up on the Benji, that's your loss. You won't find a better pumper with the same out of the box performance anywhere.
Bubba Iii's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 02/01/2007
You seem to know what your doing so I would suggest sending the rifle back to the factory to have it checked out. Somethings wrong. I use a Crosman 1377C on starlings, shoots clear through them at 10yds. using pointed 7.9 pellets. [ 6 pumps ] get the benji looked at, their really fine rifles, you just got one with a bad barrel, it happens
281709_Varmit Killer's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 21/03/2007
He can't be shooting .20 caliber pellets because daisy dosen't produce .20 caliber pellets.
<br/>It must be a defective gun.
Milrose's response to dg512055's Review
Written on: 29/05/2008
Bad barrel, very bad barrel. But, technically, you did not purchase a Benjamin Sheridan 392 PA. Why, the PA means Pump-Assist modification which became available, in very limited quantities, from Bob Moss at AirChanics.com sometime in 2007. It will be available exclusively from Pyramyd Air in June 2008. The standard 292 can require a max pumping force of 29 - 30 lbs. With the Pump-Assist, which changes the entire geometry or the pump and levers, that max is reduced to 12 to 14 lbs. Downside, the modified pumper is set to street price, from Pyramyd, at $325--Ouch! Young pumpers and older pumpers take note. The modification is worth it.
★★★★★
Written on: 24/03/2005
“I have had my Benjamin/Sheridan 392 for a couple of...”
I have had my Benjamin/Sheridan 392 for a couple of years now and it is my favorite. I first bought a 5mm Bluestreak in 1983 and shot tens of thousands of rounds through it before the seals blew. I sent it to Mac10 and had a steroid kit put in it which lasted for about 300 rounds. I decided to retire my old friend when my girlfriend bought me my 392. Out of the box it fit like a glove and those "crude" open sights were right on, just like my old buddy. I can still pick almost any twig I can see...
Read full reviewNordattack's response to tmlguy's Review
Written on: 12/08/2005
The magic of a pneumatic pump air rifle is hard to replace. I still maintain they make better use of a human's delicate senses.
★★★★★
Written on: 17/02/2005
“I have just added the Benjamin/Sheridan 392 to my...”
I have just added the Benjamin/Sheridan 392 to my airgun arsenal. I'm extremely happy with the pinpoint accuracy that is delivered by my new Benji! Shooting from my basement range at 10 yards with sand bags, I've produced 1/8" to 1/4" groups of five, with Crosman Premiers and Gamo Hunter .22 cal. Benjamin/Sheridan is being extremely conservative by advertising 1/2" groups at the same distance! This rifle packs a hard hitting punch and he's not fully broken in yet.
My chronograph gives me the...
Phillyairgunner65's response to PhillyAirgunner65's Review
Written on: 23/02/2005
Update:
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<br>I have just tuned the heavy trigger on my Benji. Polishing the sear and lubing the entire trigger assembly has given me a much lighter trigger pull. Carefully polishing the sear in an arc will make the sear break off from the hammer with less resistance. You have to be extremely careful not to polish off too much or else the gun will not cock and may discharge accidently! My tuned trigger breaks off at around 2.5 to 3 lbs. very sweet and crisp!
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<br>Happy Hunting.....
Bubba Iii's response to PhillyAirgunner65's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
Thanks for the crono readings, I find crosman premier's work best in my 1377c also.
★★★★★
Written on: 25/01/2005
“Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA - I have been shooting the...”
Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA - I have been shooting the same .177 Benjamin air pistol for about twenty years. I recently purchased a 392 rifle at Academy Sports for $89.00. I am impressed with the power and accuracy but very disappointed with the cheesy open sights. I tried a scope configuration, however the crosman scope adapters place the scope too far forward on the reciever and it is next to impossible to get the correct eye relief with a 3x9x25 scope. I solved the open sight problem with a Williams...
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★☆☆☆☆
Written on: 24/12/2004
“The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is a pain, it is not worth...”
The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is a pain, it is not worth the effort to pump, get a Co2 or springer. The quality is not what they make it out to be, its shabby all over.
This is just my view but I own many airguns and this is one I bought due to hype from the sellers.
Its rubbish in my opinion....
193661_Denn40's response to laciakita's Review
Written on: 17/05/2005
In 1955 i recieved a new Sheridan 5 mm. I shot many thousands of rounds through it until the 1970's. Then i sent it in to the factory for a rebuild. Someone else now has the gun but it's still shooting.
<br>One of my sons now has my 392. I want it back. I found that for short ranges, like indoor ranges, 3 pumps is plenty. Why wear yourself out pumping just to punch a hole in a paper target?
Pelletgunhunter's response to laciakita's Review
Written on: 14/08/2007
I'm a 5' 9" fourteen year old kid and can pump a pneumatic up fine plus 25 lbs isn't much to pump.
★★★★★
Written on: 24/10/2004
“This Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is extremely accurate,...”
This Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is extremely accurate, today I made a head shot on a squirrel from 40 yards, the power of the .22 cal killed it instantly. It will shoot 1 inch at 50 yards with stock open sights. A great hunting air rifle....
Read full reviewNordattack's response to bigamehunter's Review
Written on: 19/08/2005
Can you please tell me which pellets you find to be the most accurate in your gun?
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★★★★★
Written on: 08/10/2004
“I recently purchased a Benjamin 392PA rifle. It is a...”
I recently purchased a Benjamin 392PA rifle. It is a great gun and amazingly low priced for its abilities. I know it is a pump action and many people don't like that but when I was looking for a rifle I was looking for simplicity. I also liked the amount of power control with a pump action. I have always been a fan of air pistols and this is my first rifle. When I first saw the 392 I was very impressed by the design. Being a .22 it is very powerful and can knock a hole through a 1/2' piece of plywood...
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★★★★★
Written on: 17/07/2004
“I've owned a Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA for about 8 years...”
I've owned a Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA for about 8 years now, and only use it occasionally. I made one minor adjustment to the open sights once- when I took it out of the box for the first time- and it will still hit a soda can at 30 yards reliably about half of the time from standing position. I'm not the best shot, but this gun has no problem with small pest control in the 20 yard range. It shoots where you aim it. I seldom use more than 3-4 pumps. I don't care for scopes, they disrupt the simplicity...
Read full reviewBubba Iii's response to 162533_jjj002's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
always leave 2 pumps in it when you put it away, and your son will enjoy it.
★★★★★
Written on: 06/10/2003
“I like this rifle. The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is...”
I like this rifle. The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA is loads of fun at very low cost in terms of both time and money. All you need to do is grab the rifle and some pellets and your in business for a few minutes of fun.
I went ahead and ordered the Williams Peep Sight. I had to remove the factory rear sight and I just happened to have the right tool (a leather-headed mallet) to do the job without damaging the barrel. I love the Peep Sight. I have shot iron sights for years and thought I might...
Nordattack's response to Kevin001's Review
Written on: 21/08/2005
I just ordered a 392 from www.pyramidair.com have you tried the Beeman Kodiak pellets or Crosman Premiers? Also I hear the new Logun Penetrators are the ultimate. Which pellets produce the best accuracy so far?
★★★★★
Written on: 18/07/2003
“Having wanted to get into some crow hunting with an...”
Having wanted to get into some crow hunting with an airgun, I purchased a Sheridan 392PA, not only for its price ($105 at D&R Sports Center) but because, having owned 2 Sheridan Pistols (.177 and .22) I have had many years of quality shooting from them with absolutely NO problems.
I find the 392 VERY accurate - I routinely place 10 shots in a one-inch pattern, unsupported, from 10 yards - and I'm not the best shot.
A VERY solid gun, and for the money, an exceptional value.
The crows...
Nordattack's response to James Underwood.'s Review
Written on: 21/08/2005
Which pellets produce the tightest groups for you?
James Underwood's response to James Underwood.'s Review
Written on: 22/08/2005
I use the Benjamin Sheridan Diabolo pellets for all around shooting. I also use Beeman "Crow Busters" for hunting. At longer ranges the Diabolos are the best as they weigh less.
★★★★★
Written on: 27/01/2003
“Good basic rifle with ample opportunity for...”
Good basic rifle with ample opportunity for modification. Tim McMurrary, www.Mac1airgun.com, gave mine the "steroid" treatment spoken about in other reviews. Turns it into tremendous shooting iron. I am very happy, even proud, of my Steroid Benji. Nine for accuracy because there are more accurate guns out there. Ten for handling because it offers no surprises for pump-up and very steady pointing because of solid construction....
Read full reviewNordattack's response to 68308_LloydAS.'s Review
Written on: 12/08/2005
I have heard the steroid treatment can shorten the life of the gun unless special care is taken in its use. Can you comment on how it performs compared to what it was before? What care do you have to take?
★★★★★
Written on: 23/12/2002
“I love this rifle! With the walnut stock and metal...”
I love this rifle! With the walnut stock and metal receiver, the rifle has the look and feel of a real rifle. The rifle is heavy enough to feel substantial, but not so heavy that you can't carry it for hours. The trigger is a bit on the heavy side, but it is relatively crisp with little creep. Pumping gets tough past 4 pumps, but you only need more than that when shooting at extended ranges or hunting. Overall, the quality of this rifle is far beyond your average, plastic, department store air rifle....
Read full review63493_Matt.'s response to 60007_Greg.'s Review
Written on: 08/01/2003
Excellent, best review yet. Gee, if only they were all like that. Thanks Greg. I want to buy one right now but I'm stuck on whether to buy a 392 or a Streak as I can't tell if there's any difference (apart from .20 vs .22) as I dont have access to look at them and Crosman wont answer my email.
64055_Matt.'s response to 60007_Greg.'s Review
Written on: 10/01/2003
Just received an email from Crosman. Apparently there is no real difference at the moment except the name.
Mcdonough's response to 60007_Greg.'s Review
Written on: 14/08/2004
Benji comes with walnut "stained" stock, no actual walnut wood.
Patgreen123's response to 60007_Greg.'s Review
Written on: 15/04/2006
The .22 cal. is a slightly larger, heavier pellet than the .20 cal. They are not interchangable! The silver Streak/Blue Streak is 20., the 392 is .22 cal., and the 397 is .177 cal.
Bubba Iii's response to 60007_Greg.'s Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
thats what I call a good review, you can't knock success, the Benjamin/Sheridan air rifles have been around to long, not to be any good. Something tells me they will be around for a long time to come.
★★★★★
Written on: 28/03/2002
“The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA gun will give you the most...”
The Benjamin/Sheridan 392PA gun will give you the most "bang for the buck" in it's range....
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★★★★☆
Written on: 08/12/2001
“The Sheridan 392PA is good value for the money... and...”
The Sheridan 392PA is good value for the money... and getting it upgraded to a Steriod 392 is worth it... it does about 22ft lbs 14pumps with CPs. Thats good enough for anything you will be using an airgun for. Its a light rifle also... easy to carry.
Only thing is that its barrel is not "up there" with much more relativly expensive air rifles....
29367_Gmoney.'s response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 26/06/2002
I don't understand the comment in the original review: "and getting it upgraded to a Steriod 392 is worth it." I assume you mean steroid, which would imply there is some sort if conversion kit available that will enable the 392 to be pumped up 14 times, as opposed to the recommended 8. I own a 397 and would love to be able to pump my gun up 14 times without ruining it. Could you elaborate on how this might be possible, as you suggested in the original review?
Terrance.'s response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 02/01/2003
i think that the peice wrote about the sheridan 392 air rifle was good,but what i would like to know is wear do you get the steroid 392 air rifle hear in the states,is this some kind of kit that you buy and have instaled for you, or can you just buy this gun from your local dealer by asking for sheridan 392 upgraded to steriod modle.can any one help me out there it would it would be great. e-mail at ays991@cs.com
70212_Michael.'s response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 03/02/2003
Yes i would also very much like to know about the Benjamin "Steriod" 392 Because i just bought a Brand new Benjamin 392 at a local Store and would like to have it upgraded to a Magnum.22 and how much will it cost i paid about a Hundred bucks for the Air-rifle itself. Please let me know if anyone has any information about the Benjamin 392 Steriod Rifle.
70454_Gmoney.'s response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 04/02/2003
You can get the "steroid" upgrade done at mac1 airguns. Here's a link:
http://www.mac1airgun.com/steriodags.html
I don't know how the gun will hold up after doing this mod though. I opted not to perform it on my 397 since I would rather have it last for a long time. If anyone has it done, post and let us know how it turned out.
88322_Eric.'s response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 12/04/2003
I've had it done. It's about $120, to get the steriod and billet. The billet is nescessary if you want to pump up to 14. My gun kept springing leaks. 1st time, I sent it back, and then it started again about a day afterwards. I wouldn't do it with a 397. A .177 doesn't get such a good power upgrade with a steriod. It'll go up about 30%, versus nearly doubling with a .22 392.
Gwh's response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 23/03/2004
Just buy the the 392 Benjamin in .22cal its plenty enough for small game, one stop shots at 800 FPS, I owned one for years. Always watch your back drop ( what's behind your target for safty).
Sifu456's response to 6937_C Ramsay.'s Review
Written on: 13/06/2005
GWH a stock Benji 392 does not produce 800fps in .22 thats the fps it gives for the 397 Benji using a light pellet. Most 397 do 750-650fps 8 pumps and Most 392 do 650-550fps pending the pellet. Look it up on Air rifle database.
Like most companies the fps is hyped.
★★☆☆☆
Written on: 13/11/2001
“Not a very accurate air gun. Also, I get tired of...”
Not a very accurate air gun. Also, I get tired of pumping it. I guess I will always prefer a PCP or a springer to a multi pump. Shooting with the Sheridan 392PA for long hours is a safety hazard due to the ergonomics issue it poses to pump it....
Read full reviewZvp.'s response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 20/03/2002
I have to disagree strongly with the reviewers understanding of the 392 or B/S Pneumatic as posing a 'Safety Hazrd".
<br> The procedures involved in a competent individual charging a pump up pneumatic is in NO way dangerous if commen sense and proper gun handling technique is observed especally per the manufacturers instructions.
<br> Perhaps our reviewer is of insufficent strength to complete the effort of 200lbs.(est, By Dr. Robert Beeman Airgun Expert) for charging and cocking the gun.
<br> However he indicates a preference for PCP guns, which take considerablly more combined effort to charge with a hand pump? Contradictory reasoning.
<br> Therefore using the same reasoning, the PCP guns are far more dangerous for HIM to operate!
<br> Therefore I cannot consider this particular review as a valid evaluation or opnion concerning either type of the guns discussed in his review.
<br> ZVP
66619_Eric.'s response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 20/01/2003
200 lbs? Heh, it's nothing close to that. More like upper 30'sish. Go down to your local gym, find the pec-dec machine (which has a range of motion similiar to that of pumping a gun up) and set it on 200 pounds. No chance you'll budge it.
Jimb.'s response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 09/04/2003
Beeman was talking about cumulative weight of charging, when he was talking about 200 pounds to charge the Sheridan/Benjamin airguns. He was marketing spring guns for heaven's sakes and trying to put down these less costly and very effective airguns for imported springguns. The Sheridan I bought from Beeman in 1977 is still shooting strong and is working better than the BSA Meteor or Challenger that I bought since then. Takes a bit of work, but gets the job done.
Mcdonough's response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 16/05/2004
Sir, if you are still unsatified with you Benj, post here, I own a 397 that I really like and might want to add a 22.
Jburdine2000's response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 17/05/2004
I agree, if he doesn't like the Benji, maybe he'd like to trade it. I hear the Mexicans really prefer the Benjamins to other airguns due to the reduced effect of humidity on the outside. Steel airguns rust like nobodies business. The springs eventually loose their kick and have to be replaced. The Benjies and Dan's are relatively trouble free.
Bigamehunter's response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 24/10/2004
The gun is only as good as the shooter, my 392 will shoot 1 inch a 50 yard
Zvp's response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 27/10/2004
I'm finally sitting down and reading House's "AmericanAir Rifles". In it he states that many shooters find fault with rifles that need more than one stroke, perhaps our disgruntled poster/rater is such.
<br> For the money, the current Benjamin/Sheridan is a great rifle, capable (in any caliber) of very good high performance throttled down via lesser numbers of pumps, controlled velocity and penetration. A hard ticket to fill for the price and with reasonable care, a lifelong companion.
<br> ZVP
Bubba Iii's response to 5813_Jaime.'s Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
good review ZVP, I shoot a crosman 1377c and sure its a bit much to pump 10 times, but I shoot for enjoyment and only use 3-5 pumps anyway. Pumpers are like black powder guns, if your in a hurry, try something else. but if its simplicity, low cost, and always ready, a pneumatic air gun is one way to go. "only accurate guns are interesting" Townsend Whelen.
★★★★☆
Written on: 23/08/2001
“This air rifle was designed to put young shooter in a...”
This air rifle was designed to put young shooter in a new entry level. In deed, this is a good rifle for practicing, informal shooting or plinking. You can use it for hunting small game. you have to pump it 6-8 times to reach a reliable velocity, when hunting.
I heve proved mine with some pellets and targets. I noticed that when the gun is pumped more than 5 times, accuracy is virtually lost. When firing it at 8 pumps, you can hit an starling at 30 yds.
being a pneumatic rifle, recoil is...
21708_Drose.'s response to Manuel Peña Jr..'s Review
Written on: 30/04/2002
This is the most accurate and truthful comment on the 392 I have seen. With work from an airgunsmith it can be made more accurate and more pleasant to shoot. Don't count it out for consideration as your next airarm.
24692_Fumanchu.'s response to Manuel Peña Jr..'s Review
Written on: 24/05/2002
The reviewer first states that any pumping over 5 is loss of accuracy...Then he further states that he killed a bird with 8 pumps at 30+ yards
<br>Confusing
<br>I find the open sights excellent up to 20 meters
James Underwood's response to Manuel Peña Jr..'s Review
Written on: 01/04/2004
The writer is correct in asserting that a scope is hard to mount on this gun - when using the wretched factory intermounts. With those mounts you'll need a pistol scope with much eye relief.
<br>However, B-SQUARE makes a very easy to install mount that clears both breech and bolt lever, and places the scope right where you want it. You can get these at Compasseco, with high WEAVER rings for about 25 bucks, and a BSA 4x32 .22 rifle scope for another $40. Really improves the accuracy and fun of this excellent pneumatic.
Arizona Kid's response to Manuel Peña Jr..'s Review
Written on: 11/04/2004
I've been considering this gun, but this particular reviewer said that it has a heavy trigger pull. This is dissapointing if it is true because I really wanted to get a gun without a heavy trigger pull to replace my Beemans(which have ridiculously heavy trigger pulls). Beeman pellet guns are known for their heavy trigger pull. Does anyone know of a place wher I can adjust the trigger pull if I choose to purchase this rifle?
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