RWS 34 Diana Reviews
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★★★★★
“No wonder the Model 34 is Diana's best seller”
Written on: 12/05/2013 by ampmaestro (19 reviews written)
I realized as soon as I picked up the Model 34 that it was quite light and very easy to bring up and hold to an aim. The build quality of the metalwork is A-one and the wooden stock is also well made and finished. Diana deserves full marks for the M34, it really is a beautiful unit. Cocking is reasonably easy, much the same as any other 1000fps rated air rifle. Recoil is also inline with others similarly powered. If you mount a scope, be sure to use a good quality one with a good one piece... (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“i thought this gun is so great, i decide to get one...”
Written on: 29/01/2011 by namkhau (1 review written)
i thought this gun is so great, i decide to get one from airgundepot, i bought the new one, but when i received it, i can tell it is used, then i zeroing the scope, the accuracy is 5-6" about 25 yards, i thought something wrong with my eyes, then i clamp the gun in a vice, still the same, im very disappointed (read more)
Guest's Response to namkhau's Review
Written on: 19/06/2011
you probably needed to compensate for barrel droop by shimming the rear mount of the scope.
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★★★★☆
“Diana 34 classic compact ”
Written on: 09/10/2010 by ADFRU (1 review written)
Diana 34 classic compact
Good points:
+ good looking gun in comparison with some other brake-barrel rifles;
+ excellent finish of an external surfaces;
+ !accuracy!;
+ T-06 trigger.
Bad points:
- Internal quality issues (see for details below);
- Hard to cock with a short barrel (~40cm);
- Iron sights are teerible: front shight made of plastic (fortunately I not using them).
Misc info:
* trigger guard is made of plastic;
* rubber buttplate;
* scope rail is 11mm wide;
* back cover of the...
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★★★★★
“Overall the main work horse of the RWS line. Great...”
Written on: 05/07/2010 by AirgunAddict (10 reviews written)
Overall the main work horse of the RWS line. Great rifle, I have over 20,000 shots through mine. Typical springer and it isn't pretty, but is a very rugged heavy hitting rifle and well-worth the money.
Like all spring actions, has some of the typical draw backs, but tough to beat for the price.
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★★★★★
“This is a really good airgun. Groups well, has great...”
Written on: 02/05/2010
This is a really good airgun. Groups well, has great iron sights, and a great scope rail. The wood seems high quality and it is very reliable. My only complaints are that it has a plastic trigger (although its action is clean and adjustable) and no rubber buttpad, which makes it kind of hard to prop up. Also, it is kind of heavy, but it helps with aim stability and feels very solid. The RWS Model 34 is a powerful and accurate high-quality gun. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“I bought this model 34 three years ago. Didn't use it...”
Written on: 04/03/2010 by skinose (1 review written)
I bought this model 34 three years ago. Didn't use it that much. It felt, good, it looked good and I spent the extra dollars because I thought it was a quality weapon. Then I started missing targets. So I would sight it in. This had to be repeated several times. When it was on it was on and when it was off I could not shoot a squirrel off the end of my car hood. Put the gun up and forgot about it. Took it out a month ago with every intention of fixing it. I took it to three gunsmiths... (read more)
Adfru's Response to skinose's Review
Written on: 19/09/2010
Any negative reviews are very interesting because there is not much negative reviews.
<br/>But without investigation of what exactly wrong with this rifle this review isn't very useful.
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Chef John's Response to skinose's Review
Written on: 24/12/2010
Something is missing, original owner of this high quality rifle with no receipt mine was registered the second day I owned it, I do not think he is the original owner tried to get something for nothing and it made him mad. He did not get away with it. That is why the paper work is vary clear to register it as soon as possible with the serial number.
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Littlecreek's Response to skinose's Review
Written on: 24/01/2011
the receipt is missing, I also bought the gun 3 or 4 years ago but cannot find the receipt. the plastic trigger broke (T05)
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★★★★★
“RWS 34 DIANA. i have the 22 version and its the only...”
Written on: 15/02/2010
RWS 34 DIANA. i have the 22 version and its the only air rifle ive ever owned and dont need another one.awesome fun picking off targets sat on the riverbanks! strong build of quality,accurate,reliable,powerful! with a golden antler scope mounted ive seen my friend (not me unfortunately) hit a goal post from around the length of a football pitch away,maybe further if anything! i know it hit hard too because of the sound of the ricochet!! i got told it was a good make back then,i didnt realise... (read more)
★★★★☆
“good strong no problems bad in aiming cows it is...”
Written on: 16/10/2009
good strong no problems bad in aiming cows it is painted and dos not have a steady grip will slip from the center of the target
it certainly needs something to the hand positions for better grabbing to be a 5 out of 5
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★★★★★
“RWS 34 Diana is a great gun. I have the .22 and am...”
Written on: 11/07/2009
RWS 34 Diana is a great gun. I have the .22 and am very happy with it. It is very accurate and seems to be powerful enough. It has a great feel and is very well made. (read more)
★★★★★
“The RWS 34 Diana is the best pellet gun ever”
Written on: 27/06/2009 by jack Hazelton
The RWS 34 Diana is the best pellet gun ever (read more)
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★★★★★
“The RWS 34 Diana is a great shooting rifle. I have an...”
Written on: 11/04/2009
The RWS 34 Diana is a great shooting rifle. I have an aftermarket spring kit and brake installed. (read more)
★★★★★
“RWS 34 Diana has good power, accuracy and "feel". I...”
Written on: 04/04/2009
RWS 34 Diana has good power, accuracy and "feel". I think this airgun will last a long time. (read more)
★★★★★
“I've made fantastic shots with my RWS 34 Diana, and...”
Written on: 12/09/2008 by HansJurgen (1 review written)
I've made fantastic shots with my RWS 34 Diana, and that is what fun is all about; MEMORIES!!! I used to shoot flys off a measured 10 yard shed wall. I would have my neighbor come over use my 10x50 binoculars as my spotters. We had great times, thats what fun shared is! I had a bottle in a tree at 167 paces and broke the bottle body and the top of the bottle droped down on the remaing bottom half of the bottle. I the shot the bottle cap off of the remaining bottle top. I paced the... (read more)
★★★★★
“Love the gun, accuracy is great, trigger pull is...”
Written on: 05/09/2008 by terry faglier
Love the gun, accuracy is great, trigger pull is great, always hits its target. Have shot plenty of good quality pellets through it with great accuracy for about 12 great years, and getting ready to buy another one. (read more)
★★★★★
“This Airgun i s amazing super accurate powerful and...”
Written on: 13/06/2008 by Ralphy249
This Airgun i s amazing super accurate powerful and perfect for small to medium game. The only flaw is that it can be inaccurate with the scope. (read more)
Freethinker's Response to 373674_Ralphy249's Review
Written on: 20/06/2008
Which scope? Was it mounted properly?
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Freethinker's Response to 373674_Ralphy249's Review
Written on: 20/06/2008
I disagree with this review because...I have mounted a scope on this particular air rifle and it has been very accurate ever since.<br/>Nevertheless, a scope that can absorb quite a recoil must be chosen.<br/>And also, good strong scope mounts must be provided.
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★★★★★
“ I have been shooting airguns since my teenage years....”
Written on: 27/05/2008 by Freethinker (1 review written)
I have been shooting airguns since my teenage years. I owed many airguns over the years.
I recommend this break barrel airgun to the shooter who wants power . Hunting small varmints can be done humanly with the 34.
For my taste, it is better to have it scoped .Find a scope that can absorb a rather strong recoil.
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Vens1000's Response to Freethinker's Review
Written on: 07/01/2010
didnt u need firearms licence?!
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★★★★☆
“Plain finish on stock, the RWS 34 Diana air rifle is a...”
Written on: 17/04/2008
Plain finish on stock, the RWS 34 Diana air rifle is a good all round rifle. I found that the screws have a tendency to loosen but the rifle is very easy to cock and aim. Its also quite powerful. (read more)
★★★★★
“ Bought my Diana P34 from Pyramid Air 10-22-07....”
Written on: 21/02/2008 by James Butler (18 reviews written)
Bought my Diana P34 from Pyramid Air 10-22-07. First mag.
German air gun I've bought. Not sure why I waited so long to
make the purchase but I'am glad I did. I can see why this
rifle is well received. At less than $ 200.00 delivered for German
quality you can't go wrong.
I own 5 air rifles. Three of them mags. This rifle is not the most
expensive but it is one of my favorites. If it wasn't so heavy it
would probably hit closer to the top of my collection.
Shooting this...
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James Butler's Response to James Butler's Review
Written on: 22/02/2008
Sorry Folks;
<br/> I had brain fade when I stated this rifle weighed 9 lbs.
<br/> sans scope. Fact is it weighed 9 lbs. with a one pice mount
<br/> and a 3-9-32mm Center point scope. No problems with scope
<br/> or mount so far. Still a fine shooter in every respect.
<br/> Happy and safe shooting;
<br/> "Jim"
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James Butler's Response to James Butler's Review
Written on: 26/02/2008
Thought You Should know;
<br/> My Diana is The Panther version with the synthetic stock. you
<br/> should be shure to lightly sand all the sharp edges of the stock
<br/> as they can cut you like a knife!
<br/> Happy Shooting
<br/> "Jim"
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★★★★★
“Out of the box to the field for sighting in was not...”
Written on: 11/01/2008 by RWS34shooter
Out of the box to the field for sighting in was not too hard. I bought the optional model with the RWS350 scope which is okay. I replaced the scope with a CenterPoint A/O 3-9-50 with red/green reticle. This scope is a added plus but having a hard time sighting in for a overall zero for a gammet of different loads.
The gun however like most springers was hard to cock at first but gets easier with time.
Not really much breaking in this rifle because it comes to you basically ready for...
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Steve 71's Response to 337216_RWS34shooter's Review
Written on: 28/01/2008
i to have got a diana 34 it is ajoy to shoot bought mine s/hand strip it down put new spring in and spring guide if you get chance to buy one you will be very happy
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★★★★★
“I think that the RWS 34 Diana Air Rifle has a nice...”
Written on: 18/12/2007 by IowaNate (6 reviews written)
I think that the RWS 34 Diana Air Rifle has a nice finish, it has great balance, and good accuracy. I have had my Diana model 34 for about 8 years now. It is .177 caliber and does a great job at taking squirrels and rabbits out to 35 yards,(longest distance I have taken game with this rifle). As mentioned in some of the other reviews, this gun does appear to smooth out after a few hundred rounds. ( I have shot about 500 pellets through mine). I topped my 34 with a Daisy Powerline 3-9... (read more)
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★★★★★
“I own an R1 and a Kodiak and the RWS 34 is every bit...”
Written on: 15/12/2007 by jediclampet (1 review written)
I own an R1 and a Kodiak and the RWS 34 is every bit as fun to shoot, and at substantially less dollars. It has less cocking effort and less movement during the firing cycle. I'm actually hitting nail heads on the barn at a measured 34 yards.(scoped of course). It really likes JSB Exacts and Crosman Premiers. This is my first RWS purchase in .22 . At some point I may have it tuned but you know what they say..." If it ain't broke......". An excellent purchase and I may end up getting one in .177. (read more)
★★★★★
“I found a .22 barrel at a gun show and I can tell you...”
Written on: 10/12/2007 by rcritch (2 reviews written)
I found a .22 barrel at a gun show and I can tell you it has become one of my favorites since. The action smoothed right out and it shoots about 860 fps. I have a dampamount installed with a nice scope. It is a sure fire winner if you can drop the $399 I paid (actually fully decked out with sling, mounts, scope and new barrel this little baby is sitting at abut $800 now). (read more)
★★★★★
“I have owned my RWS Daina 34 for 2 years now and have...”
Written on: 03/12/2007 by kenr1979
I have owned my RWS Daina 34 for 2 years now and have used it for pest control, squirell hunting and general target practice with only iron sights. This air rifle is a pleasure to shoot, only it gets tiring to carry and cock after a while. (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Just received my Model 34. Decided to sight in the...”
Written on: 12/11/2007 by Lay8neyetdaddy
Just received my Model 34. Decided to sight in the iron sights.
First I made sure all the screws were tight and then set the rear
sight in the middle of its adjustment. A target was placed 10 yds
away on the ground. I was laying on the ground and squezzed off the first shot. It hit 2 feet in front of the target. With the rear sight
elevated all the way up. It shot 3 inches below the 2 inch bullseye.
Mind you that's at 10 yds. Amarex said the barrel drops too much.
???. Send it back. At my...
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James Butler's Response to 323895_Lay8neyetdaddy's Review
Written on: 26/02/2008
Greetings;
<br/> Sorry your Diana shot so low. If it still shoots low when you
<br/> get it back(not unusual for break barrel sprigers) put a shim
<br/> under the lower half of your scope mount ( at the rear). Cut a
<br/> soda can into a strip about half inch by three quarters of a
<br/> inch. Fold this piece in half at the three quarters of a inch width
<br/> and this should do it.
<br/> Let me know how things work out;
<br/> Happy shooting!
<br/> "Jim' ( This rifle gets smoother with break in.)
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Mdnz's Response to 323895_Lay8neyetdaddy's Review
Written on: 23/10/2008
My experience couldn't be more different. I just bought my M34 for suburban pest control and absolutely love it. I'm using iron sights with rws superpoint extra .22 and I'm 8/8 (5-20yds) Although, I don't have much to compare it to, just an old sheridan I got about 20 years ago. This M34 is going to make me an air gun junkie. Hope everything works out for you.
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★★★★★
“This could be the best value I have ever experienced...”
Written on: 10/11/2007 by Todeshandler (1 review written)
This could be the best value I have ever experienced in firearms, and truly the most enjoyment I have had with a rifle. I expect to own the RWS Diana 34 for the long haul, very satisfied . This rifle looks awesome, the stock wood is plain but I think it's beautiful. I got the combo and I am impressed with the quality of the scope. I mounted it in a couple of minuets and dialed it in within 6 shots. The standard front sight could use some fiber optic upgrade, the rear sight although plastic... (read more)
Cole5169's Response to Todeshandler's Review
Written on: 04/09/2008
Good review. Like hearing your take on it.
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★★★★★
“Hey! it's a Diana. This gun is just too good for the...”
Written on: 28/10/2007 by Johnwburns (3 reviews written)
Hey! it's a Diana. This gun is just too good for the value. As soon as you pick it up you can tell it is a classic. It shoots smooth and is very accurate. I mean very accurate. This gun shoots well out of the box, in open sights. This gun has great balance. I can group shots the size of a dime at 25 yards in the sitting position. This rifle is very powerful in it's class. I have the 460 Magnum in 22. cal. which is an extremely powerful rifle. I have fired both weapons into a telephone... (read more)
★★★★★
“I got the .22 caliber version, and boy howdy you know...”
Written on: 02/08/2007 by OldDave (10 reviews written)
I got the .22 caliber version, and boy howdy you know when you've hit the target! It has excellent power and has reminded me what hold sensitivity means.
It takes some effort to cock so you wont be getting several shots off in rapid succession unless you're like Ahnold, but I'm good with that. My arm gets tired fairly quickly if I try to shoot several rounds too fast. This Model 34 hefts like a powder burner, and I think the addition of a sling would be advisable for any field treks.
I...
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Dr Ralph's Response to OldDave's Review
Written on: 04/08/2007
Old Dave try the hollow point round nose pellets crosman has. They will add accuracy and distance.
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Olddave's Response to OldDave's Review
Written on: 06/08/2007
Dr Ralph, I'll try them. I also want to try some RWS and Beeman pellets, I just have to take the time and get some ordered.
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★★★★★
“Money well spent. It is very dependable. A gun you...”
Written on: 14/07/2007 by Bella0000 (11 reviews written)
Money well spent. It is very dependable. A gun you enjoy showing to others and watching their face as they shoot it. Mine is a 22 cal and shocks most folks with its power. This gun is a great representative to bring others to air gunning. It dismisses the thought that some have that air guns are just for kids. (read more)
★★★★★
“Buy one today... if you are contemplating a 1000 fps...”
Written on: 11/07/2007 by Dr Ralph (1 review written)
Buy one today... if you are contemplating a 1000 fps pellet rifle you can find nothing that can compete with this German made wundergun! Accuracy is through the roof and that's about the only way to judge a gun. If you can shoot you can hit with this thing out to 80 yards. No joke... buy one today. (read more)
421102_Richardoliva's Response to Dr Ralph's Review
Written on: 28/11/2008
Is it bad to keep the gun loaded over a long period of time?
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Lmci's Response to Dr Ralph's Review
Written on: 28/01/2009
Is it bad to keep the gun loaded over time? YES!!! Springers in a cocked position have tension on the spring, which will weaken it over time. Never leave it in the cocked position. And store it (stand it) barrel up so that any oil/lubricant settles around the piston seal and prevents it from drying out. Hope this helps,
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★★★★★
“I've had my mod 34 for 7ish years now. I have fired...”
Written on: 10/07/2007 by termitekillr (1 review written)
I've had my mod 34 for 7ish years now. I have fired many pellets through it over the years and I am very pleased with the gun. I only wish I would have tried it in .22 cal. (mine is .177). I squirrel hunt with it with great results though. I put a Burris 3x9 air gun scope on it, which cost more than the gun, but I think a good scope is 1 of the 3 major factors in having a air rifle to do serious hunting with. The other 2 being good quality pellets, and practice. As far as pellets go, my gun... (read more)
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★★★★☆
“Overall a great gun! Good gun for your money. Also the...”
Written on: 18/06/2007 by tcarcher15 (1 review written)
Overall a great gun! Good gun for your money. Also the trigger is a little tough not too bad, it doesn't bother me in the slightest. Cocking this rifle is tougher than some people expect, I figured it would be tough cause the rifle is heavy. My RWS 34 is a finely made rifle (read more)
★★★★☆
“There's really no good reason to avoid the RWS34. It's...”
Written on: 19/05/2007 by vinceb (46 reviews written)
There's really no good reason to avoid the RWS34. It's reliable, well made, and backed by a decent warranty. But it just doesn't have that much to recommend it, either.
The appearance of the rifle does not disappoint. The metalwork and machining are excellent, the woodwork a notch below that. The sights are simple but robust (non-fiberoptic).
It's a bit on the heavy side and surprisingly hard to cock given the power level (a little lower than something like a Gamo Shadow or a Crosman...
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★★★★★
“Just got this rifle about 5 days ago, so can't comment...”
Written on: 12/04/2007 by Sweet William (2 reviews written)
Just got this rifle about 5 days ago, so can't comment about reliability. On the other hand, this thing LOOKS like it should outlast me (except, maybe, for the plastic parts). I was immediately impressed by how well made it seemed to be. A bit long and a bit heavy, but BUILT. I'm relatively new to airguns, but have about four decades of experience with firearms. I have recently purchased several air rifles and pistols, but I have to say this is the one that has impressed me the most. ... (read more)
★★★★★
“I've had this rifle for over a year now and I decided...”
Written on: 01/03/2007 by braulio1493 (7 reviews written)
I've had this rifle for over a year now and I decided that its time to write up a good review about it. I got this rifle by cobraairguns.com and do suggest that if your going to get it, to get it from this website. This rifle is very accurate (up to 90 yards with the scope). This rifle is a breeze to cock and load, anyone can do it. My friend has a FX GLADIATOR which is very expensive, and I personally like this one better because of its power (1000 fps).
One thing that I wished that I...
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Pedro Laia's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 05/03/2007
Hello braulio1493's, this is Pedro from Portugal. Hope everything is ok, just to tell you that I own two RWS Dianas - a 34 from 1993 and a 350 Magnum from 2006 and both came in cheap cardboard boxes.
<br/>The reason is this: German's are very ecologist/ambientalist protectors (which I agree with), so the box in which the air guns come are made of recycled cardboard. Regards.
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Braulio1493's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 09/03/2007
I take back what i said about the rifle. MY SON BROKE THE TRIGGER. I was right next to him when it happened he cocked it and then loaded it normally, like always and then CLICK!! The trigger broke off. I'm very disappointed at RWS and I'm not going to buy their RWS mag 350.
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Pedro Laia's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 09/03/2007
Hello braulio1493, I totally understand your disappointment with the rifle – if it had happened to me, I would also got very disappointed. I really wasn’t expecting it to break.
<br/>I checked to see what was my RWS 34 trigger made of, (since I have other rifles I keep this stored), although my rifle was produced in 1993, it already has a PLASTIC trigger.
<br/>I really do not understand why does Diana produce these items in plastic instead of steel – is it CHEAPER for them?
<br/>The trigger got out of its place, or got really broke?
<br/>Did it break when your son was just cocking the rifle, or when he pressed the trigger to shoot?
<br/>How many shots have the rifle?
<br/>How much time does the rifle have?
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<br/>You should contact the place where you bought it, explain the situation and report that trigger as a low quality material, and with some luck maybe they will get you a replacement for free.
<br/>Try posting your comment in the comments of other reviewers so they may see it and give you their opinion.
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<br/>I wish you a fast and satisfactory resolution of your problem, and I would really appreciate your answer, as I think it might already happened some time ago at one the reviewers. Thank you.
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Braulio1493's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 10/03/2007
No the trigger simply broke off when the it was squeezed. Thanks for the advice i contacted the nearby rifle shop and i ordered 2 replacement triggers for 9.95$. I still think that the rifle is excellent even though the trigger is kind of cheap, but 9.95$ isn't such a bad price considering such a good rifle. To answer your question I've had this rifle for a pretty long time and probably shot about 10,000 shots through it.
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Pedro Laia's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 10/03/2007
Hello braulio1493, could you tell me how did that trigger get broke?
<br/>I would really appreciate your answer. Thank you.
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Pedro Laia's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 13/03/2007
It's good to know that you solved your problem, despite these plastic triggers aren't in fact of exemplar quality. Regards.
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377768_Bogoman's Response to braulio1493's Review
Written on: 28/06/2008
Where did you buy your replacement parts.
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★★★★★
“This was the first "springer" rifle I have owned. I...”
Written on: 24/01/2007 by tennman (2 reviews written)
This was the first "springer" rifle I have owned. I wanted a high quality entry level rifle and from everything I read the model 34 Diana was a great rifle for the money. I shot for a few days with iron sights and was disappointed with my groups. I thought that a scope would help but that only made matters worse. Since I was a novice at spring air rifles, I called and spoke to a technical rep from the company I bought the rifle from. He gave me some very helpful information, especially... (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my RWS 34 in .177 in October of 2006, I am...”
Written on: 22/12/2006 by Gamo177shadow1000 (4 reviews written)
I bought my RWS 34 in .177 in October of 2006, I am very pleased with it so far. I have shot around 1500-1600 pellets through it now and it is a very quality. From the first shot I was amazed that it didn't crack or have the report of having too much lube in the compression chamber, which was really nice. I recieved the rifle on Halloween night of this year, I bought it online. From an initial quality standpoint it is the best rifle I have ever held and shot. I have had in the past a... (read more)
Johnwburns's Response to Gamo177shadow1000's Review
Written on: 08/09/2007
I agree with this review because...I have one and this guy is right on the mark. This is a great rifle.
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★★★★★
“The RWS/Diana 34 has always been a rifle that I...”
Written on: 22/11/2006 by Sifu456 (61 reviews written)
The RWS/Diana 34 has always been a rifle that I thought was a bargain of excellent quailty in material to make it. Its always been kinda rough and in need of tuning was the report. I used a cheap 4x32 Gamo scope and mount combo the rifle has a built in metal scope stop and indentions for 3rd party ss. Some complain about the 34s ability to hold a scope I didn't have a problem bc I went 1 piece but didn't really have problem with the cheap Gamo setup. The RWs 34 does recoil harder then most... (read more)
★★★★★
“I brought my RWS 34 Diana 22cal and I am thrilled with...”
Written on: 30/09/2006 by kiwishooter (23 reviews written)
I brought my RWS 34 Diana 22cal and I am thrilled with the gun because it is even better than my Gamo 1000 22cal. Let's do some comparison with my Gamo 22cal.
Firstly, both of the guns are 22cal.
Build quality - Gamo came with plastic body and steel barrel. The RWS 34 Diana came with hard wood body and steel barrel and auto safety.
Accuracy - when it comes to accuracy, RWS 34 Diana is slightly more accurate than Gamo shadow 1000. At 20 yards distance I could get better accuracy with open...
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★★★★★
“My RWS 34 Diana .22 caliber came packaged in a brown...”
Written on: 11/09/2006 by Crimson Sky (1 review written)
My RWS 34 Diana .22 caliber came packaged in a brown cardboard box with no padding other than some Styrofoam inserts. One would think that this finely crafted rifle would warrant better packaging. Initial inspection proved that it had arrived safely, with no mars, dings or scratches on the metal parts. Bluing was beautiful and nicely polished. A recoil pad is sorely needed on this model, even if the price is raised a few bucks. The stock was well made, although the finish on the Beech wood... (read more)
Cole5169's Response to Crimson Sky's Review
Written on: 04/09/2008
Wow, great review!
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★★★★☆
“I bought a RWS 34 Diana in .22 Cal. put a RWS C-Mount...”
Written on: 09/06/2006 by JerryL99 (2 reviews written)
I bought a RWS 34 Diana in .22 Cal. put a RWS C-Mount on it and a better RWS scope the 300. (very very nice scope compared to the 350 scope) Sighted right in and is powerful. Have about 300 shots through it so far . Got the whole deal for 275.00 ( that scope is a reg 160.00 - 180.00 scope got it for 90.00
I was so impressed that I found another 34 in .177 on sale it was the combo only differance is that it has the RWS cheaper scope (350) gun also is great but same feelings about it...
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Jerryl99's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 12/06/2006
Well so far what i have observed is that The RWs 34 in .22 Cal shoots best as far as accuracy with the RWS Super H Point Field Grade 14.2 grn. pellet or the RWS Meisterkugeln Professional Line .
The RWS 34 in .177 Shoot best with RWS Meisterkugeln Professional Line 8.2 Grns. I haven't made any penetration tests as yet on target shooting and killing paper at 55 feet to 75 feet.
I have tried several brands of pellets from Beemans/Crossman/Gamo/Daisy/Tech Force etc and they are all over the paper. I use the pellets I mentioned above and I get 3/4 - 1 in groups. So I'm happy.
Take care ...safe shooting ...have fun ...and enjoy. Jerry.
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Jerryl99's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 13/06/2006
As posted above I have 2 RWs 34's in .177 and .22. They are both new . I am planning to shot them in about 1000 -1500 shots each then would like to send them off for/to a tuner???
Does anyone have any preferances? More over what will that do to my life time warranty with RWS??? Has anyone had any experience with this? I am thinking of using Charlie Da Tuna?? is there any other tunners that come highly recommended?
Thank you all ...replys. Have fun ...shoot safe ...make all your shots count ...and may they all be 10's and all shots over cutting the prior one ...... Jerry.
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Sportytj's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 29/07/2006
I belive the RWS gun is the best warranty in any industry! I'm talking cars, planes and trains, electronics lol. I've been told you send the gun back to nj and they either fix it or order a new gun for you. Gamo has a lifetime limited warranty but isn't the same thing from what i've been told. Way to go diana/rws.
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Sportytj's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 30/07/2006
hey jerry im looking to get a new gun ive got the .22 rws 34 and like it alot except its heavy with a scope. Should i go ahead and get .177 rws 34 lol? I'm considering a walmart daisy powerline 1000 or gamo shadow but for only a couple twentys more i could go german. Humm
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Jerryl99's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 31/07/2006
Hi sportytj on 30th Jul 2006. Thank you for your input / question....I have both RWS 34's with scopes .One(1) each in .177 and .22. The .177 has the RWS 350 scope (cheapie 4x32 ) it's ok . My .22 has the better RWS 300 scope it is a LOT nicer and is longer and clearer with better cross hairs and has AO
As for the guns, they are BOTH new production runs? I would guess made in 2006.
They both feel/cock/and look the same, BUT for some reason I like the .22 better.
I can't just say why? It seems to be more accurate and seems a bit smoother cocking. It does have a harder recoil etc.
The .177 has a LOT of Power and I use them both mostly for just killing Paper/twigs and fun stuff to see if I can knock it off/over or shatter it . I use the .177 on chipmonks/mice/moles.
The .22 on coons/possums/ground hogs. I am going to put JM tune kit set in both guns starting with the .22 first. Not sure if I am going full blown Tune Set or just the spring?
My guns BOTH like RWS ( Meisterkrugen (spelling)?? Wad cutters (.177 is I think 8.3 grns) (.22 is I think 14 ish something grns). My .22 does NOT LIKE ANY BRAND HEAVY PELLET !!!!!!!
So anyway hope this helps ....Take care have fun be safe .........Jerry
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253845_Armbar's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 03/08/2006
I just got a 34 yesterday Spent all day sighting it in. It shoots low, very low. I tried two scopes and two different sets of rings. I had to shim the rear rings to get it to center. Anyone else have this issue?
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Crimson Sky's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 04/09/2006
Armbar, All RWS Diana rifles (I have the Diana 34) have what's known as Barrel Droop. This means that the rifle barrel (The breaking part) is pointed slightly down in relation to the rest of rifle. This is not a design flaw, just a fact of most break barrel rifles and some side levers and others. Barrel Droop is not a problem when you are using the factory iron sights, because these are mounted directly on the barrel. Once you put a scope on it however, its a whole other story. What you need is an adjustable one piece scope mount like the B-Square 17101 (the one I use) or the Beeman Adjustable. Both of these mounts allow you to raise the rear of the scope enough to compensate for barrel droop. The RWS C mount is adjustable as well.
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<br/>There are even non adjustable, "fixed mounts" available that are permanently raised at the rear to compensate for barrel droop, and they come in two fixed elevations. Try www.straightshooters.com, they sell all these units. As does www.pyramydair.com. Hope this helps. Safe shooting.
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Dookietx's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 12/03/2007
I had the same problem with my scope running out of adjustment. While shopping for adjustable mounts, I decided to remove the scope and shoot iron sights.
<br/> Rear sight was maxed out on elev. and still was shooting low. Took gun apart, cleaned lubricated reassembled and what's this? Now it's shooting approx. ten inches high.
<br/> Put scope back on and it rezeroed. I'm still waiting on a proper scope mount, however the point of my post is that barrel droop although likely in your case is only one possibility.
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Jerryl99's Response to JerryL99's Review
Written on: 12/03/2007
Hi dookietx's
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<br/> Thanks for your comment and your findings ....Enjoyed Your Post .
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<br/> Oh I did order a GMT Spring Kit and the special tars. Built my own spring compressor and took down both guns. Put the new spring into the .22 It fired a Lot smoother but the power was cut back to a level that I didn't like so I put the stock factory spring back in it .
<br/> What I did was take the gun totally apart de burred / honed everything that moved ...slid .....or was hinged. Then lubed the parts accordingly with whatever tars or grease.
<br/> The guns now shoot VERY smooth and no twang or vibration to speak of I'd still like to make or get made a guide and follower etc for the stock springs .
<br/> I don't have a chrony so the stock and tune up velocity wasn't checked or compared.
<br/> Take Care Have Fun Shoot Safe .......... JerryL
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★★★★★
“Although this RWS 34 Diana is an entry level adult...”
Written on: 26/05/2006 by herm (1 review written)
Although this RWS 34 Diana is an entry level adult rifle it is still top quality if compared to other cheap guns. Mine is .177and is the older model with the steel trigger and guard. I find Gamo Pro magnums and Gamo TS 10 pellet work the best for me I can shoot inch groupings at 45 metres with a BSA .22/air rifle scope. (read more)
★★★★★
“I bought my RWS 34 Diana about 3 weeks ago. At first I...”
Written on: 24/05/2006 by Westmanor03
I bought my RWS 34 Diana about 3 weeks ago. At first I wasnt sure whether it was the gun or the scope that was a little off. Shot for shot was maybe about 2 inches back and forth. But since then I have put a couple hundred shots on the gun ( breaking it in) and dialed in the scope and the accuracy and precision is dead on. I put 4 holes yesterday at 25 yards inside a dime. Shot a squirrel off a brick wall at 50 yards and he didnt get up. Killed some bunnies and cats and could not be happier.... (read more)
Wonderfulee87's Response to 244101_Westmanor03's Review
Written on: 25/07/2006
i use crossman wadcutters (from wal-mart) and they are worth a try.
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254237_Mikelrws's Response to 244101_Westmanor03's Review
Written on: 06/08/2006
What caliber is your gun?
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★★★★★
“Real adult airgun that comes in .177,.20,.22 I went...”
Written on: 09/03/2006 by sportytj (5 reviews written)
Real adult airgun that comes in .177,.20,.22 I went 5.5mm because they seem to be out of stock everywhere I looked must be something to this. You just can't go wrong with German quality at this price I figure the RWS 34 Diana will last a lifetime not many things you can say that about. Pwr is perfect for me the Sheridan .20 I have seemed like a lot at 675fps this RWS is rated at 800 in .22cal and 1000 in .177. Dead on accuracy, pwr, looks A+ there's only one other gun I'd like to own R9... (read more)
22Hornet's Response to sportytj's Review
Written on: 14/04/2006
Hello,
<br>Actually the power of a good 34 .22 may be higher than the power of a R9. My 34 does a solid 16,5fpe and most Weihrauchs would be hard-pressed to equal this.
<br>The Diana / RWS is a no frills but very sturdily made gun.
<br>Also, the long barrel of the standard 34, makes it an easy gun to cock. An advantage not to be overlooked in a light magnum springer.
<br>Kind regards.
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Mpenn1's Response to sportytj's Review
Written on: 25/10/2006
German guns are too hyped up, but the RWS 34 Diana is about as good as it gets. If RWS made a version of the MP5K I would sell my mother to get my hands on it.
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★★★★★
“My RWS 34 Diana shot good the first day I had it I...”
Written on: 07/02/2006 by dbootsjr
My RWS 34 Diana shot good the first day I had it I busted a penny in half at 40 feet. All the shoots were in the group (read more)
★★★★★
“After 12 years of owning my RWS 34 Diana air rifle, it...”
Written on: 06/11/2005 by Pedro Laia (12 reviews written)
After 12 years of owning my RWS 34 Diana air rifle, it is still showing it's brute force in cocking and shooting, completely trespassing soup cans at variable distances.
The weight of it can be a little heavy for younger shooters.
The sights are also very well built and effective.
The aesthetics in my opinion makes this gun look very slender, smooth and beautiful.
About durability... I had it repaired for the first time yesterday after 12 years, for de-rusting the barrel a little bit, and to...
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★★★★★
“I own a RWS 34 Diana air rifle 0.22 and a Norica...”
Written on: 06/11/2005 by Pedro Laia (12 reviews written)
I own a RWS 34 Diana air rifle 0.22 and a Norica Marvic Style cal. 0.177. I have had my Diana for 12 years (purchased in 1993), and I'm very happy with it.
Since it was my first air rifle, and I could only use it 3 or 4 times a year in the holidays; it is only in the last few years I have managed to have my accuracy reasonably improved.
First it's an extremely well built air rifle, undoubtedly with superior quality amongst the other manufacturers. The superior quality is present in almost...
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★★★★★
“I got my RWS 34 Diana on close out for $115 and for...”
Written on: 15/10/2005 by rob3dr (18 reviews written)
I got my RWS 34 Diana on close out for $115 and for that price, I couldn't be happier.
The gun handles well and has good power using both 7.9gr and 10.5gr Premiers. The 7.9gr shoot at about 900fps while the 10.5 shoot at around 820fps.
Accuracy is good out to 30 yards, but that is about the upper limit of this gun. I'm sure there are those out there that have shot at longer distances, but 30 yards is where I stop with this gun. At that distance, on a good day I can get nickel sized...
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Pedro Laia's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 10/12/2005
Hello rob3dr, this is Pedro, curious about the hold with my Diana 34 (as for any other of my 2 airguns), I surely do believe that, I've started to get much better accuracy results since the day I've learned to hold it LOOSELY instead of very "consistently".
<br>From the moment I started to lightly grab the rifle and loosely put it against my shoulder, I surely had a BIG difference and really improved my accuracy.
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Rob3Dr's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 13/12/2005
That's true. By consistent, I mean to hold it the same way each time...and that way is loosely. As long as you do that, springers can be very accurate. Not so much as a good PCP, but very accurate nonetheless.
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Pedro Laia's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 13/12/2005
Hello, now I understand you - totally agree. My mistake then. Greetings.
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Sportytj's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 01/03/2006
Where did you find a diana rws 34 for the low price of $115 the best i've seen is $160ish up to $215. If you respond i'm ordering one now in .22 cal.`
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Rob3Dr's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 02/03/2006
Probably not going to find that price again. It was on closeout at airgunexpress right before they stopped being an RWS authorized service center. They had lots of good deals on RWS guns at that time and I only took advantage of the 34.
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Sportytj's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 03/03/2006
I went ahead i did order the .22 34 rws. Which gun do you like better .177,.22. I also see you have many other gun reviews, do you own an xixico b20 also? I was considering the new xisico b26 but figured for the extra quid why not go german.
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Sportytj's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 04/03/2006
Hi i went ahead and ordered the diana 34 in .22cal im hoping it has enough pwr for this heavy pellet. Found a good deal on one and went for it as the .22 seem to sell out quick? Hows this gun compare to xisico b26?
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Rob3Dr's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 07/03/2006
Actually, I have owned a B20, that I didn't like and I do have the B26 and I love it. I'm going to wait a little bit more before doing a review on the B-26-2. As for .22 or .177, I don't shoot competively so I use .22 for most everything. The 34 is considered to be a really good mid power .22 hunter, but I only have it in .177.
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Pedro Laia's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 07/03/2006
Hello Sportytj, this is Pedro Laia from Portugal, I've read your comment, about the Diana 34 cal .22, were you tell you hope “it has enough power for this heavy pellet”.
<br>The deal is this: I do have 3 air rifles, being the Diana 34 cal .22 my first one with already almost 13 years of use.
<br>However it still does show its brute force when shooting at several targets at various distances, I can also testify that force when "breaking" it's barrel to cock the rifle.
<br>Certainly in the present day, it does not possess the exactly same amount of spring strength that it had at 13 years ago, but I only perceive a very little difference - and all that with the ORIGINAL spring!!
<br>You can also read my reviews (Pedro Laia), which are some of the last ones for Diana 34, right behind "rob3dr" reviews.
<br>Concluding, you can rest assure, it indeed “has enough power for that heavy pellet”; you will not be disappointed with this air rifle.
<br>I'm not because the Diana 34 cal .22 really is a fine example of reliability and durability.
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238167_Wamarvin's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 03/05/2006
You could get an RWS 34 fairly cheap at www.midsouthshooterssupply.com. 159.00. I bought the diana magnum 350 for $284.00.
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Pedro Laia's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 27/08/2006
Hello rob3dr, this is Pedro Laia from Portugal, I also have an RWS Diana 34 in 0.22, and RWS 350 in 0.177.
<br/>I would appreciate if you could recommend me the ideal grain weight of pellet so that it can produce a good "cushion" upon spring impact in both of my rifles. Thank you.
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Rob3Dr's Response to rob3dr's Review
Written on: 17/09/2006
Pedro... The 34 in .22 should be fine with mid weight pellets in the 14-16gr range being a more mile magnum. As for the 350 in .177, you really need heavier pellets to make use of the larger powerplant in that gun. I'd recommend Kodiaks or Crosman Premier Heavy pellets. Both are in the 10.5gr range. Another option for the 350 would be the Korean Eun Jins. If I remember correctly, they are close to 13gr in .177
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★★★★★
“Brought the RWS 34 Diana home today and couldn't be...”
Written on: 14/10/2005 by thevinoman (3 reviews written)
Brought the RWS 34 Diana home today and couldn't be happier. Fired 50 rounds and with a slight amount of sight calibration, was putting everything within one inch at 15 meters. Well made, probably going to put a scope on it at some point, but, we'll see. This is a terrific airgun at a very reasonable price. (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“OK guys! Just bought my first spring airgun, a RWS 34...”
Written on: 18/08/2005 by skycrab99 (1 review written)
OK guys! Just bought my first spring airgun, a RWS 34 in .22, a couple of days ago. I have been shooting all my life and started two decades ago with a Daisy 880 I shot tens of thousands of times before it died from exhaustion. Here are my impressions as a spring gun novice, and I welcome anyone to tell me where I'm wrong, what to expect, etc. I wanted a spring gun for the few times when I would be places that a .22 LR wouldn't be welcome. Also, I just got back into squirrel hunting last... (read more)
Bender's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 22/08/2005
Well I don't think you have this, or any other springer figured out! First, use pellets that DON'T fall out of the barrel, the pellet should require a small amount of force to be seated in the breech. One reason you may be having poor accuracy is because the pellets you are using are to loose to properly contact the rifling in the barrel causing inconsistency. This poor choice of pellet is probably a factor in your low velocity readings aswell, if the pellet is to loose it will start to move down the barrel before the air pressure in the chamber reaches optimum levels, and won't harness the energy of the piston. Try different brands of domed pellets, and use the open sights to figure out which ones group best in your rifle. Then go and get a good quality one peice scope mount, and a heavy recoil rated airgun scope(this will cost you quite a bit). And last, hope that the seal and or piston hasn't been damaged from however many times you dry fired it. Even using a pellet that is to loose in the barrel can eventuall cause premature wear on the internal parts of a springer. Personally, I think you should have gotten all of these things figured out before you wrote your review.
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V3R5Racer's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 09/09/2005
Check for a broken mainspring, in the high power springers, one dry fire is all it can take to break that spring, has the cocking gotten easier than than expected as normal thru the break in? Accurace will suffer badly as a result of levels of velocity from the broken mainspring. Pellets should not fall out, I have never had that experience (I have Beeman and RWS). Be sure they are 22 cal pellets, not 20 cal. One being 5mm and the other 5.5 mm. If the gun is correct, and there are no issues, you should be able to shoot the eye out of a mesquito with practice. Remember to hold the shot on longer also. Firm grip on the forearm, shoulder it tightly, breath, soft squeeze :-)
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Craigalls's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 28/09/2005
Purchase an accessory called "Beeman Pell Seat". This will allow you to easily seat your pellets in the rifling which will not only improve accuracy but prevent your pellets from falling out. This is an inexpensive item(around $15).
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Sifu456's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 07/10/2005
This is why I recommend against buying an expensive air rifle like the RWS 34 until you get the principles down in shooting a spring pellet rifle. The most important thing is grip and to hold of the sight picture. I would also recommend benching the rifle to set the scope. Do this at a range of 10-15 yards, then 25-35 yards, it takes the human factor out setting the scope then you will see great accuracy.
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<br>The RWS34 benched can shot 1 hole pencil or tack head size groups at 10-15 yards and dimes size 5 shot groups at 25-30 yards. It is an outstanding air rifle once mastered.
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<br>I hope yours has not been destroyed with the dry firing. If it has and they haven't read your review here, RWS has an excellent life time warranty if the rifle has not been abused. They will replace it free of charge. A pellet rifle won't replace a good 22LR rifle, but it can be a quiter alternative for recreationa shootingl, hunting and pest control.
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<br>THE RWS DIANE 34 IS A VERY GOOD AIR RIFLE.
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<br>You seem to be a good shot you just have to learn difference between the 2.
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228859_Dbootsjr's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 07/02/2006
i bought a model 34 2 days ago tried it the first day and shoot at a zinc penny with a pellet and busted it in half i used a rws pellet...pointed use rws pellets 40 feet away
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228859_Dbootsjr's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 07/02/2006
i broke a penny in half at 40 feet the first day i had it
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228859_Dbootsjr's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 07/02/2006
i didnt have any pellets fall out after 70 shots use rws pellets and push the things in the hole
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Sportytj's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 02/03/2006
If you like the 880 so much i'll trade ya a brand new one in the box! Yeah there pretty good for the money 880 and i've been told the diana 34 is 2.
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Bubba Iii's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 09/05/2006
Thanks skycrab99 for a honest review. I'm a dedicated .22 rimfire squirrel hunter also, [marlin 883 & mod. 60] that is looking at air rifles for some urbane hunting. The more I read the more I'm convinced that a Benjamin 392 would be more than adequate. The Germans have always built quality, and I won't knock them, but do you really need a Mercedes Benz just to go to the grocery store? and how much is ego? What I need is a quality air rifle in .22 cal. in the 800fps range that will shoot constantly in a 1" circle at 20 yards, period, regradless of price, or fancy wood. Give me the Benjamin 392 anyday.
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Wb6Csh7's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 27/08/2006
Comment on review by "skycrab99 from Texas on 18th Aug 2005": Thanks for the HONEST review skycrab99; you will find that some people here do not like "negative" comments about their favorite "Mercedes-Benz" rifle. A slight lack of maturity here; "...if they don't like the message, they 'kill' the messenger"!
<br/>I suspect you will find that the pellet(s) and the bore size are DIFFERENT! Check to make sure you have a 0.22 cal and not a 0.25 cal (if such is still made!). Also check the pellet caliber - use a micrometer if you think someone might have inadvertently swapped pellets on you.
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<br/>Keep practicing your LOOSE grip on the rifle - very different than the 0.22 LR (rimfire) hold you are used to! You have a different animal here, and have to treat it accordingly!
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<br/>The suggestion about a broken main spring causing your inaccuracies deserves checking, IMHO. One great thing about Diana is their (usual) bulletproof warranty. They may replace the mainspring if the rifle is relatively new. If they suspect "dry firing", however, they may not replace it gratis.
<br/>I hope you get all the kinks straightened out with the Diana 34. It is a good air rifle.
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<br/>Happy shooting!
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Markthebum's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 29/08/2006
Spring piston air guns are very finniky. I've owned three. A Mendoza 2003 (which I returned due to innacuracy), A Gamo Shadow 1000 (nice gun), and a RWS model 34. The Gamo and the RWS are both good guns but it takes a lot of patience to figure them out. Your gun was rated at 800 ft second, but I'm sure it was with the lightest .22 cal pellet that exists. Most likely 11 grains. The pellets your shooting are likely in the 13 to 15 grain range. This will lower your velocity. If you want to increase your "fps" go to a lighter pellet. Also, spring guns develop a "set" in the piston after about 250 shots. Once this happens your gun will shoot much more consistantly but the "fps" will drop off about 8 to 10 percent. So if your gun is broken in, or "set", and your using light pellets ( 11 to 12 grains) you should be getting about 720 to 740 fps. With mid weight pellets, (12.5 to 13.5 grains) 695 to 715 fps. Heavy pellets, ( 14 to 15 grains) 670 to 690 fps. Very heavy pellets, (15.5 to 16.5 grains) 645 to 665 fps. You get the picture. All air gun companies use ultra light pellets on new guns that aren't broken in to get the advertized velocity. I think there are even some .22 cal pellets that approach 18 grains. These will hit small game like a club, but will only have muzzle velocities of about 600 fps in a gun thats rated at 800 fps.
<br/> As for accuracy, you just have to experiment with all different types of pellets. Each gun has it's own favorite. My model 34 loves beeman kodiak pellets, 1 inch groups at 30 yards. If I use a pellet it doesn't like ( Gammo master point) it wont group at all. Shoots all over the place. Grip is very important too. Light hold, don't hold tightly anywhere. Also, follow through is vital. Pellet guns have a slow lock time. If you dont have a good follow through, you will move the gun before the pellet fully leaves the barrel. Lastly is your scope. I don't use one on my spring guns because I can't ever get them to hold zero for long. No matter how nice of a mount, rings, or scope I use, it will always loose zero eventually. I get sick of sighting them in over and over, so I just don't use them. The recoil on these guns is unique, and unless your willing to spend hundreds on all the accessories to hold the scope true it will only have you yanking the hair out of your head. Hope this helps! Mark
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258533_David Mainwaring's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 06/09/2006
The Diana 34 is a good rifle, but make sure you haven't broken the soring with all that dry firing. No pellet should drop out of the breech regardless of make, and if you can open up the gun yourself you might find that the main spring guide has broken, which causes hassles on its own. These guides are plastic and should be replaced when they break. I turn mine out of steel and have no problems, but you might try and find a guide from another air rifle if you have access to parts. I've used a guide from an Anschutz 335 and it works okay.
<br/>Happy shooting
<br/>Shikari
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388355_Docz's Response to skycrab99's Review
Written on: 03/08/2008
I have the same problem. I am wondering if I'm using cheap pellets that start to tumble within 15-20 yards. I was really getting frustrated trying to sight in my new model 34 but then tried my Marlin 982VS 22-mag. Major confidence booster there.
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★★★★★
“I have the D34- .22 since May 2005, it's another...”
Written on: 13/08/2005 by sonic07 (19 reviews written)
I have the D34- .22 since May 2005, it's another beautiful air rifle is made by Diana. Excellent quality as expected from Diana. I was amazed with the D34 barrel how straight it is. After zeroing the open sight. I took 3 shots at 1/4" bullseye paper target at 40ft and wow the 3 shots went in dead centre, all in one hole. I was so amazed with this rifle. (read more)
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Guest's Response to namkhau's Review
Written on: 14/06/2011
Spring air guns are not like dhootin