Good news, the wife changed her mind (miraculous ); no painting today. Instead, I shot an internet postal match - 60 shots at 10meters in 60 minutes. I finished with plenty of time to spare. My total score - 484. I'm not too unhappy with that. My groups improved as the match progressed - a matter of improved technique and better front sight focus. Shot calling was pretty good - three really bad fliers, all called. Other than the occasional bad shot, and some inconsistency that is probably due to lack of iron sight training, I'm holding the black.

The plastic grips needs some help - even if I just tape them up, it would be a big improvement. I can't see investing any real money in a $45 airgun, but I'll do something to get a more consistent and slip-free grip.

The photo is the PB of the match - 83-0x