Diana K98 .22cal. Springer

crowski

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Today I spent about 3 hours on the range. I usually shoot 4 different rifles daily. Was out before 10 this morning. Temp 25F. but the sun was so warm I was overdressed. First rifle was a Diana K98 .22 cal. and since I shot it I can’t get it out of my mind. It was impressive. The reason I bought it originally was because it’s stamped Mauser.
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Super heavy up front but I shoot off a bench so bonus.
Decent replica but the steel butt is a PITA for standing up by the door.
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I find it amazing they would make castings for this 1 rifle.
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But continue to make this mistake. I would pay more for metal and also put on a real front sight like the K98.
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Before June I could hit this can 3-4 times out of 10 rounds. Had cataract surgery. Sm. can 30 yds. 10 shots 10 hits. Can is full of ice and snow. The disc beside is 4 inches. Super happy with the iron sights.
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Then I went 33 yds. 2 in. sqares. Hit the first 2 and got so excited missed the third.
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Didn’t see the spinners were already hit.
Decent wood fit pieces on the K98. No problem loading the .22 cal.
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This gun hits like a hammer as well. I’m really happy with this K98. Great gun. I wish that how much thought went into this rifle, that they did to the rest of their current rifles.
Any one modify one these rifles?
Crow

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