British made Diana Model 15

[Colorado Gent]

New member here and enjoy the forum.

I was cleaning out my old farm house in Arkansas a while back and found my first air gun- a British Made Diana Model 15 I got when I was a boy.
It still fires but is slightly pitted.  Is there a source for parts for this old rifle?
Does anyone have any idea where I can find a leather seal on the barrel or a trigger guard for this fine old rifle?

Thanks in advance!

[magnum]

Hi and welcome. Great to hear about your find always nice to save an old airgun with memories:) Not sure but i recall that  milbro in scotland made these Diana's or something like that.  I had a similar mod 16 in the early 70's by gecado.  Anyway look at this it may help your search? There is good info in the GTA library on making leather seal if you feel up to that idea:) all the best.

 http://bluebookofgunvalues.com/airgun_values/Airgun_Manufacturer_Models.aspx?id=MILBRO_RIFLES


 

[Colorado Gent]

Thanks for the information.  After disassembling the rifle this afternoon, it looks like I will be fabricating a few seals and worn parts.
Any suggestion on what to do for the minor surface rust/pitting other than oiling?

[K_sqrd]

You may want to post this on the Vintage Diana forum here...

http://www.network54.com/Index/103829

There are a bunch of dedicated Diana folks on it.

[Colorado Gent]

This is exactly what I am looking for.
While scrolling in the discussion, they have several pictures on how to make leather seals, which I found very helpful.
Much appreciated!

[Dick Tracey]

T. W. Chambers

http://www.gunspares.co.uk/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=24364&cat=15

Might want to order as soon as possable in case Royal Mail Service messes up shipping.  Check out the Home page for info on Royal Mail Service.

DT

[Colorado Gent]

Thanks for the web site. I was trying to figure out who Chambers was in the discussion forum.  You were helpful enough to answer that. 
Unfortunately,  all the parts I need are out of stock or obsolete on their website.
I appreciate your input.

Another beautiful day in Colorado.

[Dick Tracey]

Your welcome.  Check with them from time to time.  I was able to get a target stock for my BSF S20 Pistol that I had bought online with no stock.  It might even be possible to send them an email for existence of parts needed.

DT

[Colorado Gent]

I have done as you suggested.  Once I opened up the rifle, I see it is a basket case.  I am restoring it only because of sentimental value.