Which tools are best for working on Air guns?

[DM80]

A hammer

Dave.

[Gamocfx]

Thats actually a good point DM. Is it a nylon hammer that imparts shock to help move metal? I ask this because I have two BSA Mercury rifles and one definately needs attention as it wont push out a pellet yet has had a new breech seal..

[evert]

Thats actually a good point DM. Is it a nylon hammer that imparts shock to help move metal? I ask this because I have two BSA Mercury rifles and one definately needs attention as it wont push out a pellet yet has had a new breech seal..

You really need several hammers, at least two. One with brass/aluminium/nylon face to avoid marring, and a heavy one to move stuck objects.
I like to have a small steel head hammer too for precision work.

[Gamocfx]

Tools are a bit more extensive than what I have been using Evert! I have a box full of old screwdrivers etc that will all be replaced. I am looking forward to a fresh start with relevant tools

[evert]

Tools are a bit more extensive than what I have been using Evert! I have a box full of old screwdrivers etc that will all be replaced. I am looking forward to a fresh start with relevant tools

It is great to get screwdriver bit kits with good fresh bits but it will not solve all situations.
Save the old ones and get a bench grinder so you can fit them when needed.

[laverdabru]

I keep a separate toolbox for the gun gear, oils & greases to save them from getting mixed up with my diy/motorbike/pushbike tools, & a Deben rifle bench rest.
An interesting thread, thanks for starting it.

ATB

Bru

[Gamocfx]

Good shout Laverdabru with the rifle rest! I fitted a different scope to a little Meteor this morning-even an Indian Goddess with 8 arms would have had her work cut out! Fiddly damned thing kept slipping.... a rifle rest would have sorted that out no problem!