Looking at RWS34 or any springer

[Point1Seven]

Looking to get a decent Springer, was looking to get RWS 34 clone from Mike at flyingdragon. I own a pcp from him and its beyond accurate and I know all about who they are. My question is should I get one of these clones or save up and buy like a TX200 or LGV or something. I'm a PCP guy but I'd like to have a quality Springer. I have a beeman that's awesome but it eats scopes and that's a whole different thread lol. I want something new though and need opinions on what their experience is. 

I plan to use mainly for plinking and small game hunting. I usually shoot pcp so most of my trigger time will be here and there. I dont want high power just accurate. 

 

[crittahitta]

I have a rws 34 in 22 cal and love that gun. Easy to cock and extremely accurate. I would never get rid of it. Cant go wrong. I also have a TX200 in 177. Love it but it is very very heavy. Im a relatively strong guy but i cant shoot it off hand due to the weight. So for small game hunting ....no way for me. I was actually thinking of getting rid of it because I really only shoot my pcp now. I would go for the rws 34 if i was you. Much easier to handle. Good luck.

 

[Point1Seven]

Thanks crittahitta ! Exactly what I needed to know ! Appreciate it

 

[intenseaty22]

I absolutely love my LGV. It’s a 1/2” at 30 yards in .177. It is heavy, but that works to it’s advantage. It’s threaded and I have put a Donny FL Koi on it. Tamed it down to 12fpe. The barrel has positive locking mechanism that is solid like a tank. There is no concern with barrel droop and it’s easier to load than a fixed barrel. 
That being said, I’m looking forward to owning a TX200 in .22 when I can swing it. 

Check out the threads below. “What’s all the fuss about” was my research before I bought it. 

Good luck

https://www.airgunnation.com/topic/intenseaty22s-walther-lgv-master-pro-177/

https://www.airgunnation.com/topic/lgv-what-is-all-the-fuss-about/

 

[EMrider]

RWS34 is an excellent springer and should give you decades of service. No need to buy a clone either as they are a bargain and can be found inexpensively with a little looking around. Walmart was recently selling them for about $175-180. I was very tempted, but have too many guns already and need to thin the herd.

R

 

[c_m_shooter]

The 34 is a good gun, but don't overlook a HW95 or 50.

 

[Ashdon]

I have the lgu as intenseaty22 said it is a heavy gun and follow up shots if needed are a bit slower trying to get my short fat finger in the loading chamber. I do huff it around outside to shoot. Your a young guy you can handle it.

 

[Point1Seven]

Lol ! I appreciate the feedback guys, the only reason I plan to buy a clone is because I enjoy Mikes items and he gives better customer service than anyone I have delt with. I asked a guy who owns an RWS if there is any difference in Mikes and he said not at all. To be honest I dont have to even have name brand as long as I can count on it and my experience with Mikes products is my Sentry is my ONLY pcp so far that hasn't broke yet and I shoot it relentlessly lol. I appreciate it guys I think Ill grab up a 34 but I saw guys saying they tamed it to 12ftlbs I would LOVE to have it at 12ftlbs is that easy to do or no? 

 

[intenseaty22]

My PCPs are Kalibrgun and Taipan. Why? Because the dealer (Charlie Frear) is local to me and he has the absolute best customer service. So, yeah, I totally understand. 
Generally speaking, Sringers are not very hard to work on. Some less than others. The TX200 and the LGV are very easy. 
Look around for a Vortek or Jim Maccari kit for your specific gun. Check on YouTube for instructional videos on how to do it. 

 

[intenseaty22]

https://www.pyramydair.com/s/a/Vortek_Tune_Kit_12_FPE_fits_Diana_RWS_34_Air_Rifle/7968

 

[John "spysir" Blount]

Well if you like dealing with Mike ( I have for years) and it seems you like what power you can get,

grab an XS28M.

THE only magnum spring I have enjoyed shooting straight from Mike ( out of the box whatever) is the 28M. Outstanding trigger, it did NOT care how you held it, outstanding groups. Less "recoil" than a well tuned RWS48 , more power and a better trigger - than the T-05-, smooth easy cocking. Lot's of contradictions exposed shooting that rifle.

Looks darn nice in person also!

I would also agree with the TX being a bit heavy for long hunts, havent tried the others mentioned.



You'll love a 28!



John

edit:

shot 15.9g JSB right at 900fps for 28+fpe and about the same firing as a stock 34.

Anything with Mikes full tune is good.

 

[Skillet]

Recently took delivery of a MM tuned XS-25 (34 clone) in .22.

solid 15 fp rifle, Hobbies=790 fps, FFTs @ 705. Quite accurate, had a spare, cheap 2-7x Powerline scope to put on it. 

Hundreds of shots later, still holding zero. These are a decent value, Mike does the 2-screw trigger mod and sets the pull near perfect.

 

[craigil]

I've got two model 34's. One is pushing 27 years old and still shoots like new. Not knocking beeman tho. I got an off the shelf chinese beeman on a whim, and while it bucks too much for a scope to bepractical, is the open sight bargain of the century. Really made a believer out of me. I've been dead set on procuring one of their higher quality models ever since.

 

[1BadDart]

I have a 34 in .177 and love it, mine came from Midway USA and was listed as a blem. IIRC it was $234 shipped. It was dry as a bone so after trying synthetic chamber oil and spring oil I tore it down and installed a full power Vortek spring kit. Money well spent IMO. One of these days I'll have a 34 in .22.



MRod I sent you a PM.

 

[Point1Seven]

Thanks guys , I may honesty trade my one pcp for a decent underlever if I can. I really want an underlever but the rws 34 seems like such a proven platform. I think the cool factor of a underlever will be more enticing but I wouldn’t pass on a 34 if it was the right time.. hmmmm decisions decisions 

 

[JohnL57]

Bear in mind that any underlever will be quite a bit heavier than a break barrel. Most of the underlever guns weigh in at 8-8.5 lbs without a scope. I think the RWS 34 or HW 95/R9 are great balances of weight to power.

 

[MadMike]

I too have one of Mike's flying dragon XS-25s in .22, with his full tune , trigger work and great stock finish. Really a great gun and freaking amazing trigger once he works his magic.

 

[MadMike]

I also have a tx 200 . Comparing the two would be like comparing apples and orangutans. They don't compare. You can't go wrong with either one, but they are for two totally different purposes. I had one of the first gen. Talons ( my only experience with pcps), but i prefer the simplicity of a good springer. 

 

[alex2865]

im pickg up a xsico b26-2 in 177 tuned with a thumbhole stock.cant wait.ill be sellg it soon because i want to upgrade my mrod.alex

 

[iguanero]

For starting out the mod.34 .22 is a great gun . The thing will leave jaw hanging with its accuracy . Also consider Wierauch springers porche of the airvun world .