Silent options for backyard shooting improve

Air rifle shooting and hunting continue to grow in popularity, driven by advances in technology, changing hunting regulations and a renewed interest in accessible shooting sports. Long viewed primarily as backyard plinkers or youth training tools, modern air rifles are now widely used for target shooting, pest control and small-game hunting. Two brands at the forefront of this shift are Crosman and Gamo. Through the past 20 years, manufacturers have invested heavily in improving air gun accuracy, power and reliability, blurring the line between traditional firearms and air-powered alternatives. Today’s air rifles commonly feature precision-rifled barrels, adjustable triggers, integrated...