Recent content by johnf

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    Barrel Droop

    I have resorted to shimming the mount by cutting up a coke can for shim stock. It works but I don’t consider it a permanent fix.
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    Zeroing a scope

    As a beginner, I have made some observations while trying to zero my sidewinder scope on my Diana RWS 54. It seems after turning the horizontal or vertical dials, it takes about 3 to 5 shots before it settles in to its home spot. Is this normal? I also wonder if zooming in and out requires a...
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    Barrel Droop

    I cannot find that mount (DNT034 20" compensator mount) from any supplier.
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    Barrel Droop

    I have a Diana RWS 54. I can drive tacks with it at 10 meters when the scope is accurate. I have been using an old cheap rifle scope I had around for a long time in a drawer. I ordered and received this week a Hawke Sidewinder for my rifle. I installed a UTG #DNT0S Scope Elevation...
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    Newbie needs advice on shooting

    Thanks all! I’ll keep at it. John
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    Newbie needs advice on shooting

    I just started shooting targets at 10m with some friends. I would like to get my groupings, while standing, down to the size of a quarter. I’ve been watching some YouTube videos but still shake too much. How do I learn to hold the rifle more steady? I’m shooting an RWS Diana 54 in my barn...