Air rifles "Diana 350 Magnum" are considered a symbol of German traditions of creating weapons of the highest level. They combine precision, reliability, quality and sophistication. Externally, the Diana air rifles are as close as possible to the classics. And inside, in its pure form, German pedantry and accuracy are embodied. As a result, the Diana Magnum rifles have no equal in the world. Today we will get to know these wonderful products closer and find out how they deserve such popularity. Let's start with the external characteristics.
Stock and bed
The stock has a very convenient symmetrical shape, with an ergonomic handle. It is made from hardwood of natural wood. Mostly used oak or ash. The rifle bed is also made of the same material. All wooden elements are carefully polished, so a wonderful picture of wood is clearly visible on them. The bed and butt are covered with several layers of varnish, for the safety and aesthetics of the product. In addition, a special coating prevents hands from sweating.
On the butt plate of the butt is a rubber pad that does not spoil the appearance of the rifle. It is needed in order to dampen the recoil and any kind of vibration that occurs when fired. Thanks to the convenient configuration of the butt cheeks, the aiming is comfortable and laid back. Notches are applied to the forend and handle, allowing the weapon to sit tightly in the hands.
Balance
Speaking about the external parameters of the gun, one cannot fail to say about its excellent balance. With a weight of 3.7 kg and a total length of 1230 mm, the Diana Magnum air rifle is very convenient to use. It does not outweigh and does not hamper the arrow's movement. However, for children and adolescents, shooting from such weapons will be difficult. For them, in the Diana line there are models with smaller dimensions.
Trunk
Particularly noteworthy is the barrel, which is almost the most important part of any weapon. German designers worked hard on the barrel for this rifle, from the choice of metal to the bevel. Air rifle "Diana 350 Magnum" boasts a barrel of the highest quality. It has eight clearly visible in the lumen of the internal notches of a rectangular profile of a traditional configuration. The muzzle narrowing of the "chock" type allows the rifling to press the bullet as tightly as possible and give it a rotational movement at the departure from the barrel. Rifling can significantly increase the accuracy, as well as the range of aimed fire. The barrel length traditionally for older models was 495 mm. The rifle comes in two calibers: 4.5 or 5.5 mm.
Sighting devices
The barrel is made in the traditional version and has a closed front sight. It is installed in a special groove, which is popularly called the "dovetail" or "Weaver strap". To ensure that the fly is always near the muzzle and does not move along the barrel, it is provided for mounting under the cross screw. For a more accurate aiming, the "stump" of the front sight is pointed. If necessary, it can be removed from the namushnik.
The whole is mounted on the barrel sleeve using two Phillips screws. He slightly extends beyond the clutch, but this does not affect the convenience of aiming and shooting. Sight adjustment is carried out using two disks, in the vertical and horizontal planes. Their rotation is accompanied by characteristic “click-clicks”.
All parts of the Diana Magnum rifle case are mounted in place by means of star washers-grovers. They do not allow the screws to unwind and play backlash. Bolts are sunk into special recesses, so they absolutely do not interfere with operation.
Accessories
Air rifles "Diana Magnum" can be equipped with a silencer, which minimizes the noise of a shot. It is worth noting that it does not interfere with working with open sights at all. The silencer is especially useful when training in closed ranges.
If desired, a rifle scope or optical sight can be mounted on the rifle. This is facilitated by the very same “Dovetail”.
Specifications
Now that we have learned what an air rifle “Diana Magnum” looks like, we can go on to examine its technical parameters. Attractive and, one might even say, exquisite appearance of the rifle is far from its main advantage. According to German tradition, the main advantages of the gun lie inside.
The German manufacturer can be proud of its creation, because there are very few air rifles with an initial bullet speed of 350 m / s and a muzzle energy of about 30 J. However, the velocity of the projectile is a very conventional concept, and it depends not only on the power of the weapon, but also on the quality of the bullet itself. According to reviews, the best shooting performance can be achieved with bullets Diabolo, Exact, Heavy and Jumbo. They have an optimal mass for the rifle, are made of an alloy that is well suited to the threaded portion of the barrel in hardness, and have a shape that contributes to a stable flight path. A compressor with a volume of almost 74 cubic centimeters, together with a sturdy spring, pushes the projectile with the greatest possible force.
Power saving
The barrel coupling, like its other components, is made of weapon steel. Therefore, corrosion, pressure and temperature drops, as well as changes in loads do not have any effect on it. The breech of the clutch is carefully processed on automated equipment, which ensures absolutely reliable, almost tight locking of the rifle. The coupling rests on two rollers that are held against displacement by a screw. Washers are located in the recess, which eliminates the backlash of the barrel. These characteristics, along with the excellent quality of rubber seals, eliminate air bleeding when it is pumped under pressure. Therefore, the shot is as powerful as possible.
The mechanisms
The spring-piston mechanism of the rifle is quite simple. Removing the piston from the weapon, you can see that the Germans took care of the fight against the noise and knock of the mechanism when firing. The spring located inside the piston is enclosed in a special cylinder of thin metal. Incidentally, in order to remove the spring from the rifle, it is not necessary to disassemble it and disconnect the barrel.
The trigger mechanism is made in the form of a separate unit, which is mounted on the compressor box. The descent hook is equipped with a fuse. After purchase, the Diana Magnum air rifle is immediately ready for use. The only thing worth doing is to shoot her.
Varieties
Diana Magnum air rifles come in two types: Classic and Professional. Let's consider each of them.
Air rifle "Diana 350 Magnum Classic" is technically no different from the basic version, which we talked about above. The only difference is that this lineup is more elegant and devoid of design frills. The hallmark of the Classic concept is an elongated wooden butt with a classic straight shape. The model is suitable for lovers of classic weapons or for those who do not want to overpay for designer sophistication.
Air rifle "Diana Magnum Professional" differs from the basic version only in that it has a special muzzle attachment on its barrel. This simple detail allows you to make shooting more crowded and conduct it from long distances.
There are also versions of Magnum with a compact index. As the name implies, they have a shortened trunk. The main feature of this series is that, despite the shorter length (10 cm less than the basic version), they retain the excellent battle characteristics inherent in the Magnum class.
Reviews
As the reviews of the happy owners of Diana Magnum rifles show, the weapon fully lives up to expectations and its high status. It is really very reliable and of high quality. Shooting from a rifle brings sheer pleasure. And with proper skills and competent handling, you can count on a high hit ratio. The high price of this product narrows the circle of its potential owners. The model is purchased mainly by professionals who know the value for quality and can appreciate the work of German masters. Beginners are advised to start shooting with simpler and cheaper pneumatics.
Based on the reviews, we note the main advantages of the Diana Magnum rifle:
- With proper care, a reliable German mechanism will serve faithfully for many years, without giving failures and misfires.
- A high-quality and very comfortable bed not only pleases the eye, but also lies comfortably in the hand. The coating material of wooden parts, as practice shows, is simply “indestructible”.
- High accuracy and accuracy. For example, when shooting from a distance of 45 m, the deviation does not exceed 27 mm. This is a very worthy indicator.
- The ability to install optics on the Vivera bar.
- Air rifle "Diana Magnum" costs about $ 600. As the reviews show, this is not so much, given all its advantages.
Conclusion
Summarizing the above, we note that the Diana Magnum rifles are a real work of art, for which it is not a pity to pay decent money. They perfectly show themselves in operation and give a real pleasure to use. Those who love the classics will use the Diana 350 Magnum Classic air rifle. "Professional" - a version with a modern design, which has increased shooting parameters. It will be an excellent companion for those who are the most pragmatic approach to shooting.