Airgun Action | Rabbit hunting | Walther Rotex RM8 UC air rifle review

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  • Опубліковано 27 гру 2024

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  • @seanpearce1091
    @seanpearce1091 Рік тому +3

    I like that you showed the less clean shot, it gives a realistic look into the sport. You also calmly showed even the experts aren't perfect.

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому +2

      There's no denying it doesn't happen, no matter how hard we try to avoid it. Thankfully I was able to finish that rabbit out quickly. Thanks for watching.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +1

      It happens to us all, Sean. The important thing is to sort it quickly and calmly, as Rich does here.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @nickwebb9290
    @nickwebb9290 Рік тому +4

    As always, good shooting Richard and thanks for your comments, they’re always helpful. Your review of the RM8 was well interesting Matt and have read good things about those Walther barrels.
    Thanks for a great video guys 👍

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому

      Thanks very much Nick. And thanks for watching.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Nick. The RM8 is a remarkable gun for the money.
      All the best. Mat

  • @REDLION0044
    @REDLION0044 Рік тому +3

    I have owned and used an early version of the RM8 for a good few years and agree with your positive comments. However you didn't mention that it is fully regulated which gives excellent shot to shot consistency, although I have had to replace an internal o-ring which failed a couple of years ago, something I've heard others have experienced also. Used to be £399 for the magnificent minelli wood stock version but still good value.

    • @reservedone1791
      @reservedone1791 Рік тому +1

      17:16 Pay attention.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +1

      It is a very good gun for the money. As stated, I mention the reg and consistency at around 17:16.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @williamwilson2624
    @williamwilson2624 Рік тому +1

    It's nice to see you back on the show Richard. Great job with those rabbits.

  • @raymondaguirre5825
    @raymondaguirre5825 Рік тому +2

    Nice shooting & a very nice looking pcp. Im out in California & our ground sqarels are about as big as those bunnies. I shoot a 25 cal dreamline pushing 40 ft lbs it does the job very nicely.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching.
      I have a Dreamline Classic and it's a lovely gun.
      All the best. Mat

  • @turbo_tigerlive
    @turbo_tigerlive Рік тому +2

    Excellent choice for a sub £500 gun but a little heavy. I would recommend bsa scorpion ts / kral np03 or gamo coyote instead. Walther do a version with a lighter receiver but its only available in mainland Europe.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +1

      You're right, it is a little heavy and maybe not a great choice for smaller shooters. That additional weight seems to be indicative of its solid build quality, though.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @edwardsheridan9962
    @edwardsheridan9962 Рік тому +3

    Bought my rm8 with scope moderator 3 litre at the gun room Plymouth for £549 great tack driver

    • @shirleydrury5565
      @shirleydrury5565 Рік тому

      Is a super stroke pump suitable for this rifle😊

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому

      That's a great setup for a great price.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @PiperX1X
    @PiperX1X Рік тому +3

    Have they solved the barrel problem as I’ve understood and seen on other sites that the barrel needs cleaning on a regular basis as it was affecting accuracy in a big way?

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому

      Hi Jonathan. Like Mat, I've shot an RM8 UC for several years. I can't say the barrel needs cleaning any more often than my other rifles. And its plenty accurate for rat, squirrel and rabbit control. In fact, my local club has three RM8s which it uses as club guns and they provide excellent service.

    • @PiperX1X
      @PiperX1X Рік тому +1

      @@richsaunders6515 cheers buddy for that and my question answered, I’m after a mid priced ratter in 22 so one of these just may fit the bill.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому

      Hi Jonathan. I've put thousands of shots through mine. Barrel has not been cleaned since it was new, and it is still very accurate.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

    • @PiperX1X
      @PiperX1X Рік тому

      @@ShootingCountryTV Thanks for that Matt, I’m seriously thinking about getting one now.

  • @christurner6345
    @christurner6345 6 днів тому

    Find mine super accurate, im no where near getting 160 shots though maybe 90 before it gets to 100 bar and performance drops.Could this be a fault? Cheers for any advice love watching the shows

  • @shirleydrury5565
    @shirleydrury5565 Рік тому +1

    I’m thinking of buying a r m 8 watt are the pros and cons and should I buy one. What r the pros and cons i her that seals can be a problem. I’m a springer shooter I’m currently shooting a tx 200 m3 advice please😊

    • @ianyanto123
      @ianyanto123 Рік тому

      Stick with the tx200. Superb gun.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +2

      I have had no problems with the seals on my RM8 in the four years that I have been using it.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

    • @shirleydrury5565
      @shirleydrury5565 Рік тому +1

      @@ShootingCountryTV thank u mat for feedback regards

  • @MrNewtonian
    @MrNewtonian Рік тому +4

    Sub 12, well done Rich,

  • @dirtyharry5957
    @dirtyharry5957 11 місяців тому

    I am looking to buy this gun and watching as many reviews as i can before i pick one up

  • @springpistonriflefeverlone9611

    I wish you would do more hunting and shooting with spring piston rifles. Personally, PCP's seem very boring to me.

    • @franklegerski9682
      @franklegerski9682 Рік тому

      😂and I can't justify a $5000 squirrel gun!❤

    • @jamesharoldbardwell2182
      @jamesharoldbardwell2182 Рік тому

      Yup.. I use a hw95k and does a great job.

    • @reservedone1791
      @reservedone1791 Рік тому

      I bet you can outshoot everyone with your springer too.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому

      We will try to line up some more hunting with spring guns. The aim of the show is to show how Rich and I approach our airgun hunting, and the truth is that we do most of it with PCPs.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @keesdane9687
    @keesdane9687 Рік тому

    I have a question how I can order this RM8 and send to holland it’s really difficult right?

  • @jaydobrin5917
    @jaydobrin5917 Рік тому +1

    where can you by the rifle mount

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому

      Hi Jay. Do you mean the tripod I was using in the hunting segment? If so, its readily available at all good gun shops. Try a search for 'Roetex Ranger Tripod'. Thanks for watching.

  • @uksnusreviews9455
    @uksnusreviews9455 Рік тому +1

    What I don't like about the RM8 is the safety which goes on every time you pull the bolt back. The bolt itself is really stiff and the shot count in .177 isn't great. I will admit though that it's a really accurate rifle and reliable.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +1

      The bolt on my UC runs a lot smoother than the one on one of the earlier versions, so there appears to have been some refinement. Like you, I did initially find the auto safety a bit frustrating, but I quickly got used to it.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @perzik...
    @perzik... 4 місяці тому

    What do yall think is the farthest you can you a pigeon with it?

  • @franklegerski9682
    @franklegerski9682 Рік тому +1

    I think that's a great idea donating the extra meat to the aviary! I don't hand that problem. My dog Charlie will eat any wild game, cooked or raw.😊 He is a very spoiled dog.

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому

      Lucky Charlie! My yellow lab, also Charlie, was partial to basically anything he could get in his mouth! Personally I find it hard to kill anything simply for the sake killing it - even pests. With a few exceptions (rats, corvids and ferals), everything I shoot is consumed by me/family/friends or birds of prey.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому

      Giving shot quarry to the birds of prey centre is a brilliant idea, and something a lot of shooters could probably do. Sounds like you have a grateful outlet for your meat, though.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @MrRockstar1968
    @MrRockstar1968 Рік тому +1

    May help to put those outdoor rubber road mats down to help the wheelchairs.

    • @richsaunders6515
      @richsaunders6515 Рік тому

      That's an awful lot of rubber mats! Shooting the rabbits has the additional benefit of feeding the birds. Thanks for watching.

  • @drleighmj
    @drleighmj 9 місяців тому

    I’m doing something wrong crawling around on my belly to get one or two a session. You sit waiting for a bus as bright as you like and bag five!

  • @Biffo1262
    @Biffo1262 Рік тому +1

    Hold under? The only time I have EVER held under for a 12ftlb rifle with a standard 8g to 9g pellet is when shooting uphill, downhill or with a tailwind.

    • @greylag8630
      @greylag8630 Рік тому +2

      You'll need hold under when shooting closer than your zero - ie rats around a farm can be anything from 40 - 5 yards.... basic.

    • @reservedone1791
      @reservedone1791 Рік тому +2

      I bet you miss loads too 🤣. Good job you came on here to tell this bloke, whose probably shot more things than you've had hot dinners, where he's going wrong.

    • @flamintasty
      @flamintasty Рік тому +2

      Another one who knows better 😂

  • @yadisniper6439
    @yadisniper6439 Рік тому

    👍👍👍👍

  • @fredblogs
    @fredblogs Рік тому

    I was thinking about one of them until you mentioned the automatic safety, that puts me off.

    • @davidkelly212
      @davidkelly212 Рік тому

      It can be changed from auto to manual relatively easy

    • @fredblogs
      @fredblogs Рік тому

      @@davidkelly212 Thank you for that information.

  • @Marcus1954s
    @Marcus1954s Рік тому +1

    It would be helpful if this show's team could research facts about the proposed lead ammunition ban, from industry and representatives, to ascertain the current position. Presently, too much unhelpful speculation.

    • @ShootingCountryTV
      @ShootingCountryTV  Рік тому +3

      Hi Marcus.
      I have been quite closely involved with the consultation. As yet, there is no clarity on what the outcome might be, though it is hoped that there will be no change for airgun ammunition.
      My line is that airgun shooters should be prepared to go lead-free when there is a substitute that gives similar performance at a similar price. As yet, I do not believe that the alternatives stand up to that test. Hopefully common sense will prevail.
      Thanks for watching. Mat

  • @penguinclips9551
    @penguinclips9551 Рік тому

    More like 90 full power shots

  • @ianwilkes4434
    @ianwilkes4434 Рік тому +1

    The gun looks hideous