As a teenager I had a second hand 'Original' 66 that served me well. I used to strive so hard to hit those illusive '10''s on the ten metre range at our local rifle range. It was eventually part of a trade that bought me my .22 HW35E with a telescopic sight!! For some years now I have in my custodian a virtually mint 'Original' 75 HV complete with tools, booklet and target test card all neatly nestled in a foam bed in its solid hand made timber carry case. Only problem being its seals are most probably turned to dust now so requires a full overhaul by a competent person..ie not me!
Hi Paul, Thank you for this video and all the commentary/information about this air rifle as well. Have you ever been interested in the Diana Original Model 35? I have one which my late father left me. The research I did, told me they didn't move with their competitors and basically got left behind, being replaced with the original model, much better, Model 34. Dad left me dry, unloved Original Model 35 which he didnt have time to tend to. Dad inspired me to overhaul this air rifle and make it the best I could. I'd worked on a BSA Meteor Mark 5. Other than that, nothing. I stripped and cleaned everything. I bought a new piston seal and breech seal. I made a top hat, and sleeved the piston insides and spring guide. I was so thrilled with the finished product. All lubed up, the twang/buzz had gone. It was accurate and shot lovely. I wouldn't recommend the trigger, though I wouldn't part with it either. I love it and it's a keeper. Could you tell me opinion of the Diana Original Model 35, please? Thank you, Ian.
