AMAZING 100 YARD ACCURACY! The MAGNON by American Air Arms - EVOL .30 CAL REVIEW

Published on February 19, 2020
Duration: 5:39

This review of the American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal 'Magnon' highlights its impressive 100-yard accuracy and significant power output, exceeding 70 foot-pounds. The airgun features a regulated action for consistent shots, a high-quality trigger comparable to firearms, and an ambidextrous safety. While the cocking effort is substantial due to its power, the reviewer emphasizes the need for a firm hold to manage recoil and achieve optimal accuracy.

Quick Summary

The American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal 'Magnon' is a powerful and accurate air rifle, delivering over 70 foot-pounds of energy with JSB 44-grain pellets at around 850 FPS. It excels at 100 yards, featuring a regulated action, a firearm-like trigger, and an ambidextrous safety, requiring a firm hold to manage its substantial recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Magnon
  2. 00:33First Look at Airguns of Arizona
  3. 01:09American Air Arms Build Philosophy
  4. 01:25Power and Ballistics (70+ ft-lbs, 850 FPS)
  5. 01:38Shot Count and Fill Pressure
  6. 02:08Regulator and Gauges
  7. 02:13Filling Connection
  8. 02:27Trigger Quality and Adjustment
  9. 02:46Ambidextrous Safety
  10. 02:51Cocking Effort Explained
  11. 03:16Shooting Technique and Hold
  12. 03:53100 Yard Group Shrinking
  13. 04:29100 Yard Plus Capability
  14. 04:34Availability and Return
  15. 04:57Overall Impression and Build Quality
  16. 05:04Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of power does the American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal Magnon air rifle produce?

The American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal 'Magnon' is a powerful air rifle, delivering over 70 foot-pounds of energy. When using JSB 44-grain .30 caliber pellets, it achieves velocities around 850 feet per second, making it suitable for hunting and long-range accuracy.

How accurate is the American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal Magnon at 100 yards?

The reviewer found the American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal 'Magnon' to be highly accurate at 100 yards, capable of shrinking groups down to a ragged hole with practice. It is confidently described as a '100-yard plus gun'.

What are the key features of the American Air Arms EVOL .30 Cal Magnon?

Key features include its regulated action for consistent shots, a high-quality trigger comparable to firearms, an ambidextrous safety, and a robust, American-made build. It also has two pressure gauges for monitoring tank and regulated pressure.

What is the recommended shooting technique for the EVOL .30 Cal Magnon?

Due to its significant power and recoil, the EVOL .30 Cal Magnon requires a firm hold. The reviewer advises tucking it firmly into the shoulder to manage recoil effectively, unlike lighter airguns that can be shot with a lighter grip.

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