Talon, I agree with everything you've said. Most of it was probably too tech for a first time shooter though. The whole PCP, Scopes, and that kind of thing...they'll be in the Second Steps for Air Rifle Hunting post 
To start shooting, I wouldn't bother with tuning or anything like that. I'd just go with the basics that I've outlined above. Off the shelf, in the hand, into the field. That sort of simplicity, to start with.
Once you've become well bedded into the sport and are comfortable with your progress and want to take the next steps, then we'll look at what to do next.
For now though, follow the above and have fun doing it.

To start shooting, I wouldn't bother with tuning or anything like that. I'd just go with the basics that I've outlined above. Off the shelf, in the hand, into the field. That sort of simplicity, to start with.
Once you've become well bedded into the sport and are comfortable with your progress and want to take the next steps, then we'll look at what to do next.
For now though, follow the above and have fun doing it.
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