TargetTalk

Why is R-10 a better pellet than Basics?

Is it that R-10 has absolutely smooth finish; therefore, travel faster, less time in barrel to get "screwed" up?

So whatever pellet chronographed to be consistently higher speed would be considered a superior pellet?

What other pellets chronographed a higher speed consistently?

"Better" pellets to first approximation are made to closer tolerances, or inspected to closer tolerances, so that pellet after pellet they are consistent in their impact point if fired from a perfect gun always pointing at the same spot. They may be shinier, faster, slower, lighter, but they should always be consistent.

That certainly means consistent size, weight, and finish. It should also mean packaging so no pellets are deformed in the tin before they get to the user.

The only way to know is to put your shooting device in a vice and see how the pellets group.



I've found the RWS Hobby grouped better (in my pistol) than the Basic. But honestly, your score probably won't be any different if you used R10 or Basic. Unless your a 95% AP shooter. Then it might make a couple of points difference.

Oz

The R10's cost 300% more than the Basics. Therefore they must shoot 300% more accurately. Right?

Some people would rather shoot Basics. I guess they have no pride.