My new favourite: Diana p-five (video)

    I recently bought a Diana P5 pistol, and I’ve got to say, it’s fantastic! This new addition to my collection has been a lot of fun to use. It has the right size and weight, good balance, it’s easy to cock and has a nice design. It doesn’t feel cheap at all. 

Let me walk you through my experience with it.

Adding a Sight for Better Aim

First off, I decided to upgrade it a bit by attaching a red dot sight. This sight isn’t anything fancy; it’s a basic Chinese one. To my surprise, it works really well. Sturdy and easy to use, it’s made aiming and hitting my targets a lot easier.

Choosing the Right Pellets

When it comes to shooting, the kind of ammo you use can make a big difference. I’ve gone with RWS Professional Line pellets, they fit this breakbarrel pistol perfectly and help me make the most out of every shot. I tried some Crosman pellets also but I get tired to try to stuff them into the barrel, they don’t fit right.

How It Performs

Here’s the cool part: the Diana P5 is powerful enough to make a solid impact, but it’s not so strong that you can’t use it inside. It’s actually quieter than I thought it would be. Most of the time, the sound of the pellet hitting the target is louder than the pistol firing. I’ve also taken it outside to see how it does, and it’s pretty accurate up to 20 meters away. If it were just a bit more powerful, it might even be good for hunting small game. I got mine from Wes at airgunarcheryfun.com, I don’t get a commission for recommending him, I just happen to think, judging from our interactions, that he’s a great guy.

Power Level and Regulations

I’m not totally sure if my Diana P5 has been tweaked to fit Canadian laws, which might mean it’s less powerful than what you could get in the U.S. But since I don’t use it for hunting, just for target shooting, the power it has right now is perfect for me.

Who Would Like This Pistol

If you’re into hitting targets and want a pistol that’s fun to use, I’d really recommend the Diana P5. It’s been a great experience for me, and I think other folks would enjoy it just as much for its balance, ease of use, and good performance both inside and out.