RWS 34P vs. Gamo CFX

[Shoot Straight]

I'm seriously thinking of buying a RWS 34P Striker combo. But before I do want to know what is a better deal, THE RWS 34P or the Gamo CFX.

[TOM aka critter99]

Clearly the 34P....get a T06 version 8 land barrel

Better trigger by miles, better barrel, better fit and finish.

If you get the new Panther and do not like the black stock I will trade you a T06 Classic wood stock.

The combo at Pyramid I think now has the Leapers 3-9x32AO

Gamo is a a couple steps down from a Diana

[Shoot Straight]

Thank you for your input.

[longislandhunter]

without a doubt get the 34   

Jeff

[Wee Hooker]

Not even close. Get the 34 and don't look back. Better quality, better trigger, better resale.........

[Onebaddj]

The rws without a doubt! Get the 34.

[gmupatriot2010]

I have a RWS 34P (Older model with the T-05 trigger, which btw breaks crisp after some cleaning up, lubing and putting about 400-500 pellets through it) with a one-piece Diana mount and a RWS 3-9x40 AO scope. I can shoot the bottom of a coke can from 50 -60 yards over and over again while standing. The RWS shoots CP 7.9gr (Boxed) and the RWS Superpoint work pretty decent as well.

I have a GAMO once but I didnt like it so I traded it for a RWS 34P and I have never looked back.

[RedFeather]

I would say the 34, as well.  First, the current (and older) CFX needs a new trigger.  Add about $30.  Second, while the CFX is about the best Gamo going (and accurate, too), the design is limited as to what you can do with it.  You can swap springs and full tune it (even nitro piston it), but the gun's not the easiest to work on.  There's a big O-ring on the rotating transfer port that isn't easy to get back into place when re-assembling and the little plastic lever that opens/closes it can wear over time. This allows the breech body to set back slightly, losing a bit of pressure.  And no Vortek kits, either.  Don't get me wrong.  I've had two CFX's and they are very nice guns.  But not as user-friendly as the 34.  And, when it comes to ease of loading, the 34 wins, hands down.  Not easy to get that pellet into the breech and you have to be careful of short-seating and clipping the skirts.

[Bullit]

It's a shame more folks didn't get to use the CF series of gamos.
They definately are one of the most accurate AGs you can buy for under $300.00, especially against underlevers.
They aren't the fastest, but at 750-850 fps, and really mild movement...they are deadly sweet.
The trigger is an easy fix, with the GRT triggers...But that goes with ALOT of the offerings in this price range.
 There is beauty in the loading breech.  It's safe.  No anti-beartrapping issues.  The new model loading breech is actually better to load (pellet flipping).  To be honest tho, you practice with it and you'll be able to load it easily.  Steer clear of the .22 version tho...it's not worth it.
If I wanted a ,177 easy shooter, totally safe, with deadly accuracy for targetting or rabbits out to 50 yards, I wouldn't turn my nose up at a CFX.  Especially if you can find an older one.  I still have one in .177 & it's taken more than it's share...so I won't let it go...for sure.   Same goes for a Shadow 1000, (referred to as the "S1K"), a more powerful break-barrel, which would be a closer comparison to the 34P.  They are another Gamo model that are well documented as an air rifle that tune up real nice.  Good Luck to You!

[Bullit]

Here's a deal that I would consider, if I were looking for a RWS34.
Airgun Depot Refurbished...It's the wood stocked 34 Meisterschutze Pro with 3-9x40 AO scope $179.99:

http://www.airgundepot.com/r-rws-34-2166174r.html

[TOM aka critter99]

Don't go for the refurbs.....they will be T05 triggers

You will be much happier with the T06 Combo....plus the RWS scope is NOT a mil dot.  I actually do not use the one I have and instead have a 3-9x32AO Leapers mounted

[Bullit]

I have bought 2 Refurbs from AGD and can't complain about either one of them, as far as the quality of refurbishment.  I have a Diana 52 that I bought refurb. and the AG was spotless when I received it.  To be honest, that's the only way I would have gotten one.  I liked it so well, that I sold my M48 to a buddy, and kept this one.  I'm sure others can chime in about AGD / Airgunsdaily.com Diana Refurbs.
Are you sure that this exact model would not be a TO6?  This is not the plastic model Tom.
The TO5 is a good trigger.   Heck,there are a lot of us here that will say that the TO5 trigger is a good one for target play and a good trigger for the field.  I'm used to the TO5, I like it,  and that is half the battle.
The scope most likely will be the same scope that is in the 34P Striker Combo, and Straight Shooter may be perfectly happy with it.   For the savings, you can re-scope it after a while.

[southpaw]

I have the CFX in .22 and a 34 in .177. While the Gamo is a little hard to load, I got the .22 just because of that. Bigger pellet, easier to load. The 34 is a great gun, but I find the CFX much easier to shoot and it is extremely accurate while the 34 take a while to shoot well. In my case the CFX wins. By the way, the  CFX has the GRT4 trigger installed.

[TOM aka critter99]

The Panther Version does come in T06 but no more full length barrel Pros in wood

[Bullit]

Congrats on your CFX.  They are a sweet shooter.  I'm sure you're happy with the new GRT.  Have you filled the stock yet?  You won't be disappointed.

[southpaw]

Filled stock with styrofoam packing "peanuts". Every little bit helps. I won't make anymore changes untill the spring breaks, them I'm thinking Theoben gas ram.

[LongIslandArcher]

It's a shame more folks didn't get to use the CF series of gamos.
They definately are one of the most accurate AGs you can buy for under $300.00, especially against underlevers.
They aren't the fastest, but at 750-850 fps, and really mild movement...they are deadly sweet.
The trigger is an easy fix, with the GRT triggers...But that goes with ALOT of the offerings in this price range.
 There is beauty in the loading breech.  It's safe.  No anti-beartrapping issues.  The new model loading breech is actually better to load (pellet flipping).  To be honest tho, you practice with it and you'll be able to load it easily.  Steer clear of the .22 version tho...it's not worth it.
If I wanted a ,177 easy shooter, totally safe, with deadly accuracy for targetting or rabbits out to 50 yards, I wouldn't turn my nose up at a CFX.  Especially if you can find an older one.  I still have one in .177 & it's taken more than it's share...so I won't let it go...for sure.   Same goes for a Shadow 1000, (referred to as the "S1K"), a more powerful break-barrel, which would be a closer comparison to the 34P.  They are another Gamo model that are well documented as an air rifle that tune up real nice.  Good Luck to You!

I have 2 older versions of the .22 cal. CFX that I upgraded with Maccari seals and Theoben gas rams.  They're both shooting 14.3 CPHP pellets at 750 fps with accuracy and authority, even though they are stamped 1000 fps with PBA and 750 with (11.0 grain) lead pellets.  I'm getting 750 fps with 14.3 grain lead pellets, which is substantially faster than it was rated at with the pellet they used.

[tom96]

for anyone saying the cfx is more accurate heres why flies shouldn't land on my 30yard target when i have the 34 out

.22 rws 34 @30yards

[Bullit]

LongIslandArcher,
Those are very impressive numbers in you .22.  Combined with their inherent accuracy, you've got a real nice package there, for sure!  
I hope you and yours are safe and dry Bud!
Mike

[Bullit]

for anyone saying the cfx is more accurate heres why flies shouldn't land on my 30yard target when i have the 34 out

.22 rws 34 @30yards

CFX .177:      Ya don't know how good she was to us,  son,,,  ya just don't know.