5/8OD 1/8ID SPEARGUN RUBBER (AMBER 3ft)

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But for a rough guideline, grab a measuring tape and record how far it is from the muzzle to the notch in your shaft. This is important. Although spearguns are easy to use and have very few moving parts, buying the right speargun takes a lot of thought. You need to know where you are fishing and the type of prey you’re hunting. The Sten is a great gun, especially for scuba divers. Scuba divers have so much gear that loading a single or double sling speargun can be daunting.

The diameter of the rubber bands also depends on the fish caught or the arrow. Most are available in 18mm for a good power to accuracy ratio. Here again, customisation is possible with a double rubber bamd or shorter rubber bands to obtain greater shooting power. If you’re wanting more distance in your shots, you need a longer speargun. A longer speargun stretches the bands further, giving you more power in your shots. Think of this speargun like a hunting rifle. Better range, able to take down bigger fish. Of course, there are still a few considerations to make after you’ve decided which type of speargun you’ll be using. Like all spearfishing gear there is no universal speargun solution for everyone. It comes down to a matter of personal preference and abilities. There are moving parts when it comes to your speargun. Let’s dive in!Roller Spearguns – Roller spearguns have been around since the beginning of spearfishing, though new improvements in materials and designs have fueled a return in their popularity. While also powered by large rubber bands, roller spearguns pull the rubber and shaft over rollers mounted at the front of the gun. The advantage here is that the bands apply steady and consistent energy to the shaft allowing for a longer stroke than traditional spearguns. Another advantage is that these guns have relatively no recoil, as the rubber and shaft’s energy cancel each other out. The first style are notches. Like someone has cut away a piece of the shaft, it’s a small slice for your wishbone to connect into. If your shaft has these, you’re going to want a wire wishbone to protect it from the sharp edges of your shaft. They’re quite sharp. Some people love them, and some people hate them, but if you need more power and want a shorter gun for maneuverability, this is the style for you.

A breakaway tip is an extreme measure that is really only used when shooting massive sport fish. In addition to a double flopper, the tip comes loose when activated, while staying connected to your shaft with a length of wire.

Rear-handled spearguns are the most common. It’s exactly what it sounds like, a handle sitting at the end of the speargun. But that’s a small thing. Most spearo’s will use band spearguns because of the significant power advantage they offer. It’s an opportunity to catch more fish.