TESTING SLUGS in GAMO Swarm Magnum and Swarm Fusion! - PLUS How To SINGLE LOAD the GAMO GEN 2 Swarm!

Published on December 1, 2020
Duration: 9:47

This video provides an expert guide from Ben Pierson on testing slugs in Gamo Swarm Magnum and Fusion Gen 2 air rifles. It details slug performance at 35 yards, demonstrating that both rifles can effectively shoot slugs, with the Magnum achieving sub-inch groups. A key technique shown is the 'secret' method for single loading the Gen 2 Swarm magazines, highlighting the versatility of the lay-flat magazine design.

Quick Summary

Expert Ben Pierson confirms that Gamo Swarm Magnum and Fusion Gen 2 air rifles can effectively shoot slugs, achieving sub-inch groups at 35 yards with specific slugs like H&N 21gr and NSA 17.5gr. He also demonstrates a simple technique for single loading the Gen 2 Swarm's lay-flat magazine by slightly rotating it to drop ammunition directly into the chamber.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Objectives
  2. 01:54Slug Selection
  3. 02:03Shooting Tests at 35 Yards
  4. 03:41Accuracy Results Analysis
  5. 05:32Single Loading the Gen 2 Swarm
  6. 06:36Magnum Magazine Mechanics
  7. 08:43Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Gamo Swarm Magnum and Fusion Gen 2 air rifles shoot slugs effectively?

Yes, expert testing shows both the Gamo Swarm Magnum Gen 2 and Swarm Fusion Gen 2 can shoot slugs effectively. At 35 yards, the Swarm Magnum achieved sub-inch groups with both H&N 21 grain and NSA 17.5 grain slugs, demonstrating good accuracy potential.

How do you single load a Gamo Gen 2 Swarm magazine?

Single loading the Gamo Gen 2 Swarm magazine is achieved by slightly rotating the magazine with your thumb. This allows you to drop a pellet or slug directly into the chambering hole without needing to remove the magazine from the rifle.

What is the recoil-activated magazine system on the Gamo Swarm Magnum?

The recoil-activated magazine system on the Gamo Swarm Magnum is designed to prevent double-loading. It ensures that the next round is only advanced after the rifle has been fired and the subsequent recoil has been generated.

What slugs were tested in the Gamo Swarm rifles?

The slugs tested included H&N Slug HP in .22 caliber, weighing 21 grains, and Nielsen Specialty Ammo (NSA) slugs, also in .22 caliber, weighing 17.5 grains. Both demonstrated effective performance.

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