Byrna Boost-Watch This Before You Buy!
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The Byrna Boost or the Byrna HD XL may not be worth purchasing! These add 1” in length and extra weight but does not offer a huge advantage. Personally I do not like to practice shooting below 250 FPS so for me the 12 gram C02 is not worth carrying a longer pistol!
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Thank you for the comparison... In my experience, if you can't deter the person with your first magazine 5 or 7, it doesn't matter if you have the boost or not. I keep my day to day magazine loaded with 2 Kinetic rounds and then 3 Pepperball Max rounds. If they refuse to back off after the Kinetic rounds, they deserve the Chemical rounds.
@tuckerdelay9656
Жыл бұрын
I'm getting mine today and I'm excited. I think I'm gonna have the same configuration. I heard someone say to not put pepperball together in a clip or they'll leak? What your experience?
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the late reply! I load 5 pepper rounds first and the 2 kinetic rounds are on top and they do not leak!
@Joreel
Жыл бұрын
@@tuckerdelay9656 I use the 5 round clip as the 7 round seems to be hit or miss with the chemical rounds cracking/breaking in the clip. Some people don't seem to have this issue and others do, but with the 5 round clip it doesn't seem to be an issue with anyone. I know Byrna changed the springs in the 7 round to fix this issue, but it's still being reported even with the new clips. How are you liking your launcher and what kind did you get?
@riding2nowhere
8 ай бұрын
Just got mine today 😊
@Joreel
8 ай бұрын
@@riding2nowhere which one? The LE hopefully 😋
Hi I'm from Denver Colorado 👍 and I like your post a lot 👍👍👍👍👍 very informative and I like my Byrna SD alot
awesome info!
i just got a byrna because my umarex is too big to carry around. so is the byrna but at least its smaller. since i have a lot of umarex stuff at home i bulk purchased 12g crossman cartridges hence ordered one of these adapters to use my existing supply... then i read that byrna says DO NOT USE CROSSMAN 12G CARTRIDGES. its actually in caps in red on their website. great.
I recommend just getting the le byrna because it comes with the adapter already. For those who don't know the byrna by default will only use the 8gram cartridges that byrna manufactures. But if you get the attachment you can use basically any 12 gram cartridge
@vladyslav5595
10 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@malefanematsie3890
10 ай бұрын
This is what I wanted clarity on. So you mean after fitting boost Adapter I an use umarex 12g co2 on byrna? I also noticed that byrna 8g is expensive.
@SwoleKage
10 ай бұрын
@malefanematsie3890 yes precisely. The one downfall is that byrna does recommend that you use their specific cartridge because and this just my own assumption that the seal is slightly thinner making it more reliably fire, I used cross man cartridges and I can get rounds off rounds but occasionally you may have to pull the trigger twice I'm not sure why that is honestly
@malefanematsie3890
10 ай бұрын
@@SwoleKage Thanks so much, I also like your recommendation on the complete LE, as it comes already with attachment.
Can you do test on the LE model? I heard that’s a new redesign. I’m waiting to hear how those are. Did you try to call their support and find out why it’s underperforming? Great video BTW!
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I ordered the new LE model on 2/3 and still have not received it so I sent an email and was told they received some out of spec parts and is delaying shipment. I have another video on its way regarding Byrna’s 300fps claim, in a nutshell the launcher needs to be quite warm! Thanks for watching!
Also, where did you or how did you get the Byrna to look like that? Paint? Skin? Looks awesome!
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
It is a skin and it is now on clearance on their website for around $25
Good test. I really enjoyed watching the comparison between the size cartridges. Have you made any adjustments to the hammer spring tension?
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
The first thing I tried but the screw was already maxed out clockwise so I tried counterclockwise and the fps was slower. 291fps is the highest and 287 to 289 is typical for the first full power shot in 70 to 75 degree temperatures
@lesslethalfordummies
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 good to know i also found mine to be maxed out of the box and my best was 282 with Byrna Kinetics.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
All my testing was done with Byrna Kinetics also. I would have expected only 1 or 2 FPS difference between launchers!
@lesslethalfordummies
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 Temperature is the biggest factor.
@Joreel
Жыл бұрын
Byrna has said the screw in the back has nothing to do with pressure or fps, it's to hold parts in place.
I just purchased the Boost, didn’t think it would add any boost. I bought for more capacity and easier to locate/purchase the 12gram Co2 cylinders. 8gm seems to be harder to locate in my area.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
8 gram c02 are harder to find! I just prefer the more compact version to carry and if I’m in practice mode I put the boost on and use 12 gram C02. Crosman is no longer recommended with the boost do to they are now being made just a little shorter, Umarex will work fine.
Hey I like a channel you got a lot of information which is great,which one you can recommend me I need something that pack a good punch?
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
FSC first strike is very powerful with Grimburg 5” barrel and projectiles and is very tunable however the handle is very long and thick and you need to twist the lever on the bottom. I prefer carrying the Byrna LE with the Byrna Max chemical rounds, just a personal choice!
I think the co2 cartridge plays a huge role here. Because we were hitting solid 190ftps first pull 310-290ftps on second shot till empty on 10g
@airgunnerreviews7888
28 күн бұрын
This is true!
@BuildBreakFix
26 күн бұрын
I know it's an older video. I live in SC next to the Ocean. We have a place called West Marina. They sell boat air horn 10g CO2 cartridges... Omg the balls send over 450fps first few shots with those. The barrel smokes from the deep freeze. I believe they fill these differently then normal co2 cartridges. Was fun to try once anyhow for science. No longer less lethal at that point though 😂
Using a 8 gram charge over a12 gram I believe would but convenience or availability of those 12 gram chargers are everywhere
I was within minutes of buying the Byrna SD from Amazon 2 days ago, but I backed out at the last minute. Everything seems great with it, but my biggest complaint with it, and always has been, is the FPS. I realize it's less lethal, but I always thought that the guys at Byrna could bring those FPS up a bit. I'd be much more comfortable if the FPS average was somewhere around 330FPS consistently. In your opinion, how do you feel about the FPS on your Byrna, or Byrnas in general?
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I would really like a company to come out with a compact with the same piercing mechanism with 30 joules and 5 or 6 shot magazine. I do carry the Byrna with a combo of kinetic and OC rounds. It is compact and reliable but in my opinion under powered. The new Byrna LE is on order and hopefully have the promised power of 16 joules. For now Byrna is the only compact self piercing on the market so it is what I carry. Unfortunately until it is used for self defense you won’t know how effective it is!
@joemalski8374
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 There is many videos out there its just dnt have enough Fps.maybe pepper not connetic rounds know way.
@Joreel
Жыл бұрын
Having been shot by the Byrna SD I can tell you from personal experience that those kinetic rounds hurt like hell and 2-3 hits to the chest will deter 99% of people. Remember it's to help you get away, not get into a fire fight.
@AugustDavinDeepson
Ай бұрын
@@Joreelthis.
Im thinkin if u already have the older version of brynas like ep, sd and add on boost, you wont get more fps but more shots without dropping in fps as quick, and if u buy the le gun with boost, they did a different valve or something that boost the first 3 shots in 400s before it drops to a consistent upper 200s before gas is out!
@airgunnerreviews7888
7 ай бұрын
You are correct they definitely changed the valve on the LE so the first few shots are more effective!
I think I remember reading that the purpose of the adapter is to be able to use the more readily available 12 oz. co2 cartridges and to have more shots per cartridge. Not more muzzle velocity or range. You should do a comparison of 8oz vs. 12oz cartridges. Just saying.
@airgunnerreviews7888
9 ай бұрын
I do have a video comparing the 12 gram and 8 gram C02 and you’re exactly right! Better shot count and availability!!!
I had thought about getting the XL or the Boost, but after practicing with my SD, that's really all I'll ever need. I would HATE to get whacked by even one round at close range. Unfortunately, I live in NY state and can't use the chemical rounds here.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I live in upstate NY 60 mile north of Albany and unless you live close to the city you can legally use chemical rounds for self defense but large retail companies cannot ship to NY. With that being said check out SelfDefense.com.
@Nothing-zw3yd
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 Are you near Plattsburgh then? I went to college in Canton. Lots of friends up there.
@ZySaVVV
5 ай бұрын
I live upstate ny go to Zack’s sports gym shop I got my pepper balls from there no where else has them
Please repeat test with Umarex cartridges, we found they perform well. In fact, john from complete technologies had same result.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I just uploaded a video: Crosman vs Umarex C02
Please test w/ burns the 8 gram argon gas chargers, and the 3.2 g of nitrogen and argon gas chargers,I plan on getting them also just wanted to know if they're harder hitting,also the 12 gram emg chargers hit quite a bit harder than a crosman 12 gram.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input I’m always on the search for upgrades!
@StephenAnderson-cr6iw
Жыл бұрын
Hopefully helpful
I wished i would of watched this earlier because i bought the boost adapter. So it would be better to not have the attachment? Thank you for these informative videos, keep up the good content!
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
In my testing I used Crosman 12 gram C02, but I was told the Umarex 12 gram C02 has a better fill and will show better fps. I just purchased them and will retest and post the results! Stay tuned and thanks for watching!
@xxWASxxDARKSTAR
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 thank you for the information, I bought my co2 tanks from Byrna website but I am unaware what kind of tanks those are. I will be tuned in for my tests. I decided to choose byrna due to the fact of being less lethal
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I carry my Byrna SD without the boost because it is more compact and offers the same power as with the boost for the first 7 shots but when I want to practice shooting I put the boost on and use the much cheaper Crosman C02 cartridges. You can get a box of 40 from Walmart for around $20.00
@xxWASxxDARKSTAR
Жыл бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 dang I didn’t realize it was the same thing. So you would recommend me removing it then? I literally bought the boost with the 12 gram co2. Unless I them until they run out then remove it? Thank you for the info bud
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
If you purchased the SDXL model I believe the barrel is longer so removing the boost will not help (at least that is what another KZreadr mentioned. I purchased the SD model and added the boost so the barrel on mine is shorter and the boost is an extension.
Can I use different brand of co2 cartridge besides from byrna? if yes, what brand do you recommend?
@airgunnerreviews7888
11 ай бұрын
Umarex 12 gram work excellent and if you’re using 8 gram Mr. Fizz both can be found on Amazon
Crosman co2 cartridges are underfilled these days. Umarex will give more and cleaner gas.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
That is what everyone is telling me so I ordered from Amazon and will be here tomorrow. I’m really interested in testing this!
Big question is why are the 8 gram so much more expensive then the 12?
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
I know that is crazy! Purchase the Mr Fizz seltzer chargers from Amazon, they are 1/2 the price! But keep the Byrna cartridges for self defense as they have a little bit more power!
What does that adjustment screw do in the back of the gun
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
It adjusts the velocity however there is a good chance it is already maxed out at the factory at least mine was!
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
It is a velocity adjustment screw and most likely already maxed out at the factory!
Where can I get that wrap you have on your byrna
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
On the Byrna website if still available!
How did you paint it?
@airgunnerreviews7888
6 ай бұрын
I didn’t paint it, Byrna came out with a vinyl wrap (skin). On their website click products and scroll to the bottom to clearance and you will find them for $25.00!
@joedavis1431
6 ай бұрын
@@airgunnerreviews7888 oh ok! Thanks
I don't know why you even continued the test when you compromised the results by shooting an empty chamber.
@airgunnerreviews7888
Жыл бұрын
The air was still released and all other shots were consistent. The point of the video was to see if you need the boost for every day carry based on either the 5 round or 7 round magazine and the shot count did not drop off until shot 9 with the 8 gram C02, although I didn’t get the fps on one shot it wouldn’t of changed the end results
To slow, 600 fps. should be a starting point
A very long video for a simple idea... maybe you should make it shorter, cutting the useless moments?
The first shot is the one that counts most and it's so weak that I don't much care for those guns.
the 12 gram blown out my calendar so the 8 gram works :D for me
@malefanematsie3890
Жыл бұрын
What did it blow exactly, chamber or barrel and what type of 12 gr Co2 was it ,in other words what happened? I'm about to purchase 12 gr booster and need pros and cons, Thanks.
Pierce with safety on then first shot will be full power.