Hunting rifle TOZ-34: description, characteristics, photo

TOZ-34 is a hunting rifle that has taken a firm place in the arsenal of both Soviet and modern hunters of Russia. These stems of mass production are equally popular with Izh-27 rifles. And such a love for them hunters goes from generation to generation.

What is this gun?

TOZ-34 is a double-barreled hunting rifle. Refers to an easy type with a low trunk fit. Weapons are intended for amateur and commercial hunting. The first gun was released in 1964. For all this time it has become very popular.

Trunks TOZ-34 refer to non-smoking hunting rifles. Available in 12, 16, 20 and 28-caliber. This is the first model of domestic production of serial bokflinta, which is also characterized by low weight. The weapon is distinguished by its modern, rigorous forms, prikladistostyu, good balance and high accuracy of combat.

Shotguns TOZ-34, caliber 12 and 28, are produced not only in the ordinary performance, but also in piece, souvenir. The latter are an excellent gift for hunters. Bottled series produced trunks TOZ-34 of the 20th and 32th caliber. Therefore, you can meet them much less often. Small-bore guns have pads, like the 12th. This makes the weapon heavier, but at the same time makes it more reliable.

Description

The trunks at the gun are detachable, located in a vertical plane. Standard muzzle constrictions are available. The bottom trunk is a hem, the top is a choke. And although the passport specifies standard sizes, in reality they may differ from the ones declared.

On a separate basis there is a shock-trigger mechanism, which has internal hammers and two descents. The forefoot is inseparable, consisting of two parts, which are fastened with special screws. Cocks are cocked when the trunks are opened. To prevent accidental shots, interceptors and non-automatic fuses are provided. Shooting sleeves in these guns are not extracted automatically, but with a common ejector. The exception is TOZ-34E, which has an ejector mechanism.

For shooting used hunting cartridges with a sleeve, the length of which is 70 mm. The barrel bore has a diameter of 18.5 mm, a deviation of 0.2 mm is permissible.

The application, which has a pistol-shaped neck, is made of birch, walnut or beech wood.

History of development

The TOZ-34 rifle was invented by the Soviet designer N. N. Koroviakov in 1964. Together with him, the employees of the Tula arms factory Ochnev VP, Ferapontov SS, Paramonov VA participated in the development. All participants of the project were awarded the SI Mosin Prize for the invention of a completely new weapon model. And in 1965 at the Leipzig fair the invention was awarded a diploma and a gold medal for the original design.

It is worth noting that Koroviakov was developing not only a hunting rifle. Also his brainchild is the technological "fishing" of TOZ-39. However, these weapons were never put on stream, the model was not put into production.

In general, the designer was simply brilliant and versatile. He had many plans and developments, which, unfortunately, was never to be realized in connection with the coup in the 90's. But even the TOZ-34 differed from other weapons. Some of its details are practically unique. While other nodes are so standard that they do not link with other mechanisms.

Followers of TOZ-34

After several years of production at the plant came to the conclusion that the hunting gun of the 34-ka has many drawbacks, and it needs to be finalized. Korovyakov, along with Assistant Popikov, instead of improving the old model, developed a new TOZ-84. However, the new 84-ka did not go into production. Koroviakov left, and Popikov developed a new TOZ-91. The gun also required refinement, but the designer was removed from work. The remaining employees came to the new model of the TOZ-120, then to the TOZ-200. But she did not go into mass production either. As a result, we stopped at 120-ke.

In 1968, the production of advanced TOZ-34E with an ejector mechanism began. Mass production began in 1969.

TOZ-34 in operation

According to the opinion of hunters, the gun in question is distinguished by a better fight than Izh-27. Which is confirmed in practice. Most likely, the reason for this - strong chokes, excellent ergonomics of weapons and traditional Tula drill barrels.

At shooting, there is quite a strong recoil, which can not be smoothed by the rubber backplate. In winter, of course, this defect is smoothed out when the hunter is wearing warm clothes. In operation, this gun is characterized by good balancing and controllability.

The most important problem for newly-minted owners of TOZ-34 is disassembly and assembly of the gun. Wrong execution of the process often leads to scratching the forehead from the corners of the pads. And although the passport clearly and clearly indicates the instructions for assembling / disassembling weapons, many can not join the trunks or bend the levers of the cocking platoon. Sometimes the process can lead to personal injury. Therefore, it is worth remembering that when assembling it is necessary to push the extractor located on the block of the barrel and pull the locking mechanism to the right.

In general, the TOZ-34 gun reviews are positive. None of its owners were dissatisfied with their acquisition.

Weapon Features

The first models were characterized by the difficulty of disassembling the gun. The trunks were very difficult to separate from the box. In the future, designers took this deficiency into account, and a new model with the "M" marking was developed.

TOZ-34 can be used for various types of hunting. There are allegations that a wild boar was struck from a 100-meter distance. As far as this is true, it is difficult to judge.

Ahead at the end of the receiver is a plate, which allows you to eliminate the gaps that arise during operation.

Modifications

The TOZ-34 gun has several modifications. Among the main species is the following:

1. TOZ-34R. With rubber backplate and extractor.
2. TOZ-34E. With ejector mechanism.
3. TOZ-34ER. With rubber pad and ejector.
4. TOZ-34Sh. A piece shotgun. For manufacturing, chromed metal with a unique pattern is used.

Weapons are produced in both normal and souvenir designs. The second option is often used as a gift. Such guns may have engraving or embossing on the outer surface.

And we will sum up the results

What about weapons in the end? Undoubtedly, the TOZ-34 hunting rifle is a kind of unique domestic invention. Its main advantages: lightness, excellent balancing, prikladistost, durability of locking, excellent fight with shot and bullets. And the appearance of weapons is notable for its attractiveness. Has a large working resource, which is difficult to shoot. This is especially true of ordinary lovers.

Weak point of TOZ-34 are fighting springs, their frequent breakdowns. That's why these spare parts are available as standard. In general, if the assembly of the gun was handled by a competent worker of the plant, then the weapon will serve not only the owner himself, but his grandchildren.

Trunks of small caliber are now practically not relevant. There is no point in using them. Exception - some wilderness, where there is a shortage of gunpowder and shot. Well and one more advantage of a small-caliber gun is its high reliability and durability.

The Soviet-era shotguns are of high quality, practically without criticism. Modern weapons are not so good assembly, but it will also last long and reliably.