So I got this rare stock Diana 34 .177 cal. Found it for $55. Turns out it did not need a single thing. Cocked real smooth and no spring twang. Being the man I am…I opened it up regardless. Seal was a little chipped, but I had a new one on hand. Replaced that. Guide rod was loose. To remedy that issue (for all those tuners out there this is something cool I picked up if you want to fit a guide rod on a budget)…you bend the spring slightly on one end. Then when you insert the factory guide rod…it will straighten the spring out and fit real snug. I also installed a PTFE sleeve. There is absolutely zero spring noise. Re-lubed and reassembled.
The bluing was rusty on some parts. Removed the rust and now I intend to cold blue. Not really going after a perfect finish since it is a $55 rifle. Rifling looks good.
What I need opinions on is…how should I go about the stock? I want to keep the red paint...should I just can it? What paint would match the current paint?
The bluing was rusty on some parts. Removed the rust and now I intend to cold blue. Not really going after a perfect finish since it is a $55 rifle. Rifling looks good.
What I need opinions on is…how should I go about the stock? I want to keep the red paint...should I just can it? What paint would match the current paint?
