Definitely needs a bit of grease at the minimum.
I zero from kneeling as I noted that that was the position I used most. I also find with springers that prone is a faff for re-loading.
Subscribed to your youtube channel Elliott, looks superb, that 17hmr looks fun!
Are you keeping the 77 or selling it on? Thanks for subbing, thought I was already subscribed to your channel but it seems not - I am now
Yes the .17HMR is ok but the freedom of an air rifle can't be beaten. FAC is very restrictive, possibly better if you have an 'open' ticket