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09-02-2021, 12:12 PM | #1 |
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14 mil bands that are "softer"
My go to gun is a 62" Alexander with a 5/16 shaft and mori slip tip. It has about 54" of band stretch. I typically set this gun up with 4x9/16 bands. A while back I had used some bands that had a lot of stretch in them but were smooth as silk when I pulled the trigger and the gun was shooting super accurately. Problem is I cant remember where I got them from. I replaced my bands at the begining of this season (with 14 mil bands) and they have a lot of snap so I just replaced them with some 14 mm bands from MAKO and these have even more punch or snap. Yesterday at the islands I ended up just using three bands instead of four.
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09-02-2021, 12:55 PM | #2 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
Sounds like Kent Elastomer vs. Primeline.. Primeline are more snappy. Not sure where to get Kent. But, you should be okay with PRimeline 14.5mm small ID bands. but just run 3 bands at higher stretch.
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09-02-2021, 04:04 PM | #4 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
I believe Biller uses all Kent rubber for their bands.
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09-02-2021, 05:28 PM | #5 |
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Primeline recommends their latex tubing be stored at 70 degrees and 50% humidity and preferably in a dark or dimly lit location. Basically inside you house in an area out of direct sunlight or lamp type light is best. Many folks store their tubing in the the refrigerator or freezer but they really should not do this as the the humidity in a refrigerator or freezer is very low and this has a drying effect on the tubing. While cold any dry is better than hot and humid, it’s best to avoid extreme cold or extreme heat for storing bands or bulk tubing.
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09-02-2021, 08:20 PM | #7 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
Thanks for that, VERY informative.
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09-02-2021, 09:25 PM | #8 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
Thanks to all of you. I always appreciate the feed back I get here anytime I have a question. When I get some new bands rolling I’ll post the results.
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09-02-2021, 09:53 PM | #9 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
Anyone know where I can buy Optiband material?
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09-03-2021, 04:13 PM | #10 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
I tried Epsealon Blizzard in 14mm and they’re quite soft. Colour sticks out like a sore thumb though. Worth a try if you can get your hands on it
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09-03-2021, 04:27 PM | #11 |
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09-03-2021, 07:27 PM | #12 |
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Re: 14 mil bands that are "softer"
I’ve used 9/16” tubing from a number of sources on my small guns and I know exactly what you mean. Some of the stuff I’ve gotten ahold of feels harder to pull and shoots harsher that some 5/8” stuff. By far the softest, (or smoothest), shooting stuff I’ve found is the black over amber 9/16” standard ID tubing sold by Neptonics.
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09-04-2021, 03:55 PM | #13 |
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