The Czechs make excellent firearms and air rifles and the Slavia is no exception. A twäng can be heard but that doesn't detract from the fun. Oh man, I love the channel and can only hope it lives on forever.
Thanks so much Ron, there is music, though. I try to keep the volume low enough so as not to make it difficult for viewers to understand what I'm saying. It's so nice to get feedback like yours. Thanks so much, my friend.
Greetings from Norway the slavia 631 was my first air rifle my father bought it to me as a birthday present when I was 14 I stil have this gun in mint condition I'm now 34 and the rifle still delivers top presisjon today I'm collecting weihrauch and air arms I find your videos highly informative and relaxing to watch
Good overview Kevin 👍 I always wondered what that weird triangle on the barrel was for....I never knew the 631 had a barrel latch system 😅🤦 I remember my favorite shop here in NH used to carry the Slavias alongside CZ's firearms. I recall the 630 and 631 being simple-looking, but solid, with good build quality and 'old world' style open sights 👍 I should have bought one, but never did, and I also missed out on the larger, more powerful 634, which I don't think ever got much circulation before CZ stopped making (or at least importing) air rifles...I do recall a few NIB 634s being available on GB's site in the last decade or so, but that's about it sadly... Glad you are enjoying your CZ Kevin - thanks for sharing it with us 👍👍
Another good video , not a name I have seen before thanks for enlightening me. FYI an air gun tuner told me it's always goog to use the breach lock mechanism as on the HW 35 when closing the rifle to prevent wear on the breach block caused by the pin cheers for now , I'm hoping to get my hands on a limited edition HW 50 due to arrive hear in the UK 🇬🇧 something soon stay safe .
Great show and what a Slavic beauty! In case it isn't the scope causing fliers, a pellet-to-bore test is what I do to evey air rifle I get. (Push a pellet gently through the bore with a rod to check for tight or loose spots in the bore.) Mike Ellingsworth preaches it on his channel. Keep the great shows coming!
Do you know the Anschutz 335 or the Webley and Scot Omega. both much closer in style and function than the HW 35 which is loosely based on the barrel latch of the Heanal model three dating from the Nineteen twenties a gun I might add very far ahead of it's time the earliest I have come across was dated 1923 but I rather suspect production started a year or two before..I believe Pyramid air have a nice example in their collection.
@davidprocter3578 I used to own a Haenel Model III DRP made in 1932, if I recall correctly. It was one of the finest air rifles that I've ever owned. The latching system, as you mentioned, is very similar to that of the HW35. However, it's hard to imagine, but it was even more satisfying to close the action on the model III. Sadly, I let it go back when I took a ride down the PCP road, mistakenly thinking that it was a one-way trip. Now, all but a few PCPs remain, and the piston powered guns are where my roots are. Thanks as always, David.
It looks like an enjoyable rifle to shoot, the stock appears to be leaning towards a 'target style' with the deeper forend and steep pistol grip. Getting the best groups possible from a rifle with a less than perfect trigger is part of the fun.
Kia kaha Kevin 😉...always a pleasure to watch. (looking forward to the new spring pistol video's...luv my new C02 1911 GBB, but I would like to add a spring pistol to my collection eventually)
@@razor1962 i know you said the name of it but never heard of the brand till now , seeing the cz I thinking they are turkish or Hungary made . You a good friend Kevin thanks
Hi Kevin Great video, I do like Air Rifles with barrel locks, my favourite is the HW35. Webley use to make a Rifle called a Webley Omega, have you ever shot a Webley Omega?they are hard to find a second hand one
Nice rifle if a little basic. Solid and reliable. Best part? There is no plastic to speak of on the gun. Only the thumb piece on the barrel release is plastic. For me, that always gets my attention. Thanks for watching.
Always wondered anout these rifles. Good looking stock, with a lack of slot gor the cocking arm. Good shooting, as well Kevin. Thats grey squirrel accuracy! ScottinPa.
These CZs are really good rifles, not as good as the HW55 or HW35. I had a CZ 631 that, like the 631 of a friend of mine and many others, had a barrel drop.
Great that you got those German pistols, I've got the later model 10, it's my favourite pistol, bit of a beast at 1400g and got the earlier FWB 65, this was the pistol that knocked the model 10 off the top slot, 200g lighter makes a difference over a match. I believe the FWB 80 was more target oriented than the 65 by dropping the feature of increasing the trigger pull from 500g to something like 1500g for firearm pistol training( there is a hole on the underside to put a bar or Allen key in to move a lever) Also did they put an extra spring inside the standard spring on the 80?? My 65 is very low powered, about 2.9 foot pounds after a rebuild. As far as accuracy goes, I've shot them back to back against each other and against my modern Styre Lp10 at 10m indoors, modern pistol yes a bit more accurate but not by much, against each other, nothing in it, I'd just say for a smaller person over a 60 shot match plus sighters the FWB would have it because of the lighter weight and lower cocking effort of the side lever. Cant wait for the vids 🙂
Hopefully, I won't disappoint. I'm am absolutely terrible with a pistol. Nevertheless, I enjoy them, so I like to keep a few in the collection. Both of these guns are going to need a rebuild, but those will be other videos. Thanks for watching.
Have you eliminated the scope yet?Might be my ears but there does seem to be a little variation in the actions sound shot to shot, is it possible piston washer failing? it does rather sound as if the piston is recoiling. All that aside I would be quite happy with that guns performance myself I have seen far more expensive guns shooting worse. It might be a little tuning and relubing might solve it's problems. I dont know about you but when an action puts in a couple of passable shots then settles down for a good five shot string then starts running out fliers I think of warming lubricants and polymer seals. But as you say a very sweet little gun invest some time into it and it could become a giant slayer on the target circuit.
Thanks, David. You could be on to something with the warming lubricants. We'll see if it settles down over time. Scope seems to be staying put. However, it could be failing internally. I'll shoot it for a while and see if things smooth out.
I mainly focus on springers, but I have to admit that there are a couple of SSPs that interest me. For example, I'd love to get my hands on a FAS 604 target pistol. There's just something about that pistol that attracts me. Thanks for watching, my friend.
Hands down, the R7. The Rekord trigger alone makes the R7 the clear winner. However, the 631 is a solid, no-nonsense air rifle. It works, and it works well. Its trigger is very rudimentary, consisting of a single lever. The trigger and the sear are one in the same. But we're comparing two different price points. I really appreciate guns, which employ as little plastic as possible in their construction. Wood and steel, please. Both guns fit that bill. Both guns get my attention. Thanks for watching, my friend.
The Czechs make excellent firearms and air rifles and the Slavia is no exception. A twäng can be heard but that doesn't detract from the fun. Oh man, I love the channel and can only hope it lives on forever.
Thank you so much, my friend. It's always a pleasure to see you here.
Very likable man and channel. Tells it like it is. No music, no BS, no hype. Thanks!
Thanks so much Ron, there is music, though. I try to keep the volume low enough so as not to make it difficult for viewers to understand what I'm saying.
It's so nice to get feedback like yours. Thanks so much, my friend.
Greetings from Norway the slavia 631 was my first air rifle my father bought it to me as a birthday present when I was 14 I stil have this gun in mint condition I'm now 34 and the rifle still delivers top presisjon today I'm collecting weihrauch and air arms I find your videos highly informative and relaxing to watch
I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying both the Slavia as well as the channel. Thanks so much, my friend.
Good overview Kevin 👍 I always wondered what that weird triangle on the barrel was for....I never knew the 631 had a barrel latch system 😅🤦
I remember my favorite shop here in NH used to carry the Slavias alongside CZ's firearms. I recall the 630 and 631 being simple-looking, but solid, with good build quality and 'old world' style open sights 👍
I should have bought one, but never did, and I also missed out on the larger, more powerful 634, which I don't think ever got much circulation before CZ stopped making (or at least importing) air rifles...I do recall a few NIB 634s being available on GB's site in the last decade or so, but that's about it sadly...
Glad you are enjoying your CZ Kevin - thanks for sharing it with us 👍👍
@@razor1962Oops...meant to post my comment in the main section...sorry about that 🤦😅
Nice to hear from the fellow in Norway about his CZ though 😁👍
Group looked pretty good from over here! Thanks for the shout out!
Thanks, Nibs. You've got one of these 631s, don't you? Nice little rifle.
I don’t have a 631. I have a 622 and I have had a couple 618’s
I'm rolling round laughing, we're never going to get you to lay those pellets out on the table are we lol?
Nope.... It's a mental block of sorts...
Thanks as always, my friend.
Must be great having a range outside your backdoor .
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Thanks for taken the time to show us, Kevin. Very nice. Sorry not getting ya out to the range again. How we talk soon.
Thanks, John. I owe you a phone call. Talk soon.
Nice wood on that CZ.
Wood and steel, baby! This is the way...
Another good video , not a name I have seen before thanks for enlightening me. FYI an air gun tuner told me it's always goog to use the breach lock mechanism as on the HW 35 when closing the rifle to prevent wear on the breach block caused by the pin cheers for now , I'm hoping to get my hands on a limited edition HW 50 due to arrive hear in the UK 🇬🇧 something soon stay safe .
Thanks, Anthony. Enjoy that HW50. Wonderful rifle. Always a pleasure, my friend.
Great bit of shooting and with minimum power. Does make a mockery of many high power rifles.
Thanks as always, my friend.
Great show and what a Slavic beauty! In case it isn't the scope causing fliers, a pellet-to-bore test is what I do to evey air rifle I get. (Push a pellet gently through the bore with a rod to check for tight or loose spots in the bore.) Mike Ellingsworth preaches it on his channel. Keep the great shows coming!
Thanks, Mathew. I'll admit that I typically don't think to do that. Solid advice. Thank you, my friend.
Nice video Kevin i hadn't heard of this rifle so will look at your previous video thanks. .
Thanks, David.
It's funny you harken back to the venerable HW 35 which was the first thing that came to mind for me seeing that barrel latch system
It closes up almost as sweet, too. Nice little rifle, for sure.
Do you know the Anschutz 335 or the Webley and Scot Omega. both much closer in style and function than the HW 35 which is loosely based on the barrel latch of the Heanal model three dating from the Nineteen twenties a gun I might add very far ahead of it's time the earliest I have come across was dated 1923 but I rather suspect production started a year or two before..I believe Pyramid air have a nice example in their collection.
@davidprocter3578 I used to own a Haenel Model III DRP made in 1932, if I recall correctly. It was one of the finest air rifles that I've ever owned. The latching system, as you mentioned, is very similar to that of the HW35. However, it's hard to imagine, but it was even more satisfying to close the action on the model III.
Sadly, I let it go back when I took a ride down the PCP road, mistakenly thinking that it was a one-way trip. Now, all but a few PCPs remain, and the piston powered guns are where my roots are.
Thanks as always, David.
It looks like an enjoyable rifle to shoot, the stock appears to be leaning towards a 'target style' with the deeper forend and steep pistol grip. Getting the best groups possible from a rifle with a less than perfect trigger is part of the fun.
Then I must've been having the time of my life...🤣
Kia kaha Kevin 😉...always a pleasure to watch.
(looking forward to the new spring pistol video's...luv my new C02 1911 GBB, but I would like to add a spring pistol to my collection eventually)
Are you looking for an out of production gun or something that's currently available?
Very nice find!
Thank you, My friend.
Not too shabby for a 6ftIbs rifle out doors
It's a great little rifle. I was just expecting a laser based upon all of the lore surrounding the 631.
Thanks for watching.
Nice group 😎👍
Thanks, Peter. These guns have a reputation for accuracy.
@@razor1962 i know you said the name of it but never heard of the brand till now , seeing the cz I thinking they are turkish or Hungary made . You a good friend Kevin thanks
Hi Kevin Great video, I do like Air Rifles with barrel locks, my favourite is the HW35.
Webley use to make a Rifle called a Webley Omega, have you ever shot a Webley Omega?they are hard to find a second hand one
Hi Stephen, I've never had the pleasure of shooting an Omega. Someday, maybe.
Thanks as always, my friend..
Lovely clean lines on that rifle, and not a model I'm familiar with.
Nice rifle if a little basic. Solid and reliable. Best part? There is no plastic to speak of on the gun. Only the thumb piece on the barrel release is plastic. For me, that always gets my attention.
Thanks for watching.
@@razor1962 Always a pleasure to watch your channel Kevin.
thanks for the video
Thanks for watching, Malcolm.
Always wondered anout these rifles. Good looking stock, with a lack of slot gor the cocking arm.
Good shooting, as well Kevin. Thats grey squirrel accuracy! ScottinPa.
Wonderful gun. Very solid design.
Great looking rifle. I hope you figure out the accuracy problem. Too nice not to fix.
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These CZs are really good rifles, not as good as the HW55 or HW35. I had a CZ 631 that, like the 631 of a friend of mine and many others, had a barrel drop.
Yes, the dreaded barrel droop. Fortunately, there are adjustable scope mounts that can correct for this.
I might be rude now Kevin...but the flyers could be caused by the shooter😂😂😂😂😂😂. Take care my friend!
That's always part of the equation, Tom, always.....🤣
Great that you got those German pistols, I've got the later model 10, it's my favourite pistol, bit of a beast at 1400g and got the earlier FWB 65, this was the pistol that knocked the model 10 off the top slot, 200g lighter makes a difference over a match. I believe the FWB 80 was more target oriented than the 65 by dropping the feature of increasing the trigger pull from 500g to something like 1500g for firearm pistol training( there is a hole on the underside to put a bar or Allen key in to move a lever) Also did they put an extra spring inside the standard spring on the 80?? My 65 is very low powered, about 2.9 foot pounds after a rebuild.
As far as accuracy goes, I've shot them back to back against each other and against my modern Styre Lp10 at 10m indoors, modern pistol yes a bit more accurate but not by much, against each other, nothing in it, I'd just say for a smaller person over a 60 shot match plus sighters the FWB would have it because of the lighter weight and lower cocking effort of the side lever.
Cant wait for the vids 🙂
Hopefully, I won't disappoint. I'm am absolutely terrible with a pistol. Nevertheless, I enjoy them, so I like to keep a few in the collection.
Both of these guns are going to need a rebuild, but those will be other videos.
Thanks for watching.
Have you eliminated the scope yet?Might be my ears but there does seem to be a little variation in the actions sound shot to shot, is it possible piston washer failing? it does rather sound as if the piston is recoiling. All that aside I would be quite happy with that guns performance myself I have seen far more expensive guns shooting worse. It might be a little tuning and relubing might solve it's problems. I dont know about you but when an action puts in a couple of passable shots then settles down for a good five shot string then starts running out fliers I think of warming lubricants and polymer seals. But as you say a very sweet little gun invest some time into it and it could become a giant slayer on the target circuit.
Thanks, David. You could be on to something with the warming lubricants. We'll see if it settles down over time. Scope seems to be staying put. However, it could be failing internally. I'll shoot it for a while and see if things smooth out.
Very nice rifle, the plastic part might also be to prevent scratching on the barrel ?
A very good point. Thanks as always, my friend.
Sir, it would be great if i can show us some single stroke pneumatic guns 🥰 nice video though 🥰🤟
I mainly focus on springers, but I have to admit that there are a couple of SSPs that interest me. For example, I'd love to get my hands on a FAS 604 target pistol. There's just something about that pistol that attracts me.
Thanks for watching, my friend.
@@razor1962 love from india sir🥰huge respect sir for what ure doing , i and many Indian air gunners like your videos.
@@imdadalinaz Thank you very much
Hey Kevin, What are the chances that the stock screws need to be snugged up?
Checked 'em, but you're right. That should always be one of the 1st things that you check. Thanks for watching.
Did you buy it new my friend.
No, John. As with many of my rifles, I picked it up 2nd hand.
Thanks for watching.
Question: do you prefer Slavia 631 or the R7?
Hands down, the R7. The Rekord trigger alone makes the R7 the clear winner.
However, the 631 is a solid, no-nonsense air rifle. It works, and it works well. Its trigger is very rudimentary, consisting of a single lever. The trigger and the sear are one in the same. But we're comparing two different price points. I really appreciate guns, which employ as little plastic as possible in their construction. Wood and steel, please. Both guns fit that bill. Both guns get my attention.
Thanks for watching, my friend.
@@razor1962thanks for the reply and info. I like a lot your videos. Regards.
did you have an air rifle as a child?
Started with a Daisy model 25 and graduated to a Sheridan Blue Streak.
I've always been into airguns.
try a different scope
Always a good idea. Thanks for watching.
Wood and steel are the only materials than makes a proper gun: th-cam.com/video/S2jjl0fjB6E/w-d-xo.html
Agreed, Robert.
Come on now, call a potato a potato. That gun is shite, the Chinese B3 is a better rifle.
You're more than welcome to your opinion, Frank.