CZ527 Carbine, just unpackaged

Don't be put off with the accuracy from your new CZ rifle. When I first got mine it shot 3" groups high to the right.....100rds later it got better.....200rds in the rifle tightened up to approx 1.5" group consistently with pretty much any ammo you feed it. I have fired at least 1000rds thru my walnut stocked version. I also bought synthetic stocked version in .223 and 7.62x39 simply because I liked this model so much. With more use the action breaks in and will become unbelievably smooth compared to when the rifle is new. Judge your accuracy after 200rds with your CZ's
I bring a CZ 527 to the range almost everytime I go, simply a great firearm model.

To avoid stock cracks do this 1 simple thing before use...
.....tighten the screws on your firearm to 15lbs....so long as your action is tight it's just the quality of the wood or drops that will cause cracking. Like I said I have at least 1k res in one rifle (likely 1500+) as it's a favorite, no cracks no issues. Cleaned it after hunting that's about it, runs flawless.

Like said earlier your trigger group looks to have a larger finger ring and lacks the side walls to guide the magazine into place. I have 3 of these rifles and all of them have a metal guide for the magazines that comes down ever so slightly past the stock. At the rear of the magazine. A google search of cz527 will show you the older version....hopefully the same magazines are compatible.
 
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Like said earlier your trigger group looks to have a larger finger ring and lacks the side walls to guide the magazine into place. I have 3 of these rifles and all of them have a metal guide for the magazines that comes down ever so slightly past the stock. At the rear of the magazine. A google search of cz527 will show you the older version....hopefully the same magazines are compatible.
Got a spare mag on order... I bought it off EE. I will let you know if it fits. Thanks for the tip on tightening the action screws. I noticed that when I removed the action screws on my 557 Lux 2, they were on VERY tight from the factory. I will ensure I keep them properly torqued and EXTRA snug.
 
Here is a picture of the older edition trigger guard...

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Yes, my old one looked like that. I am not sure if I have a preference, but this edition looks clean. I would like to find a 3-round mag if they make them.

I may invest in a B&C stock. The wood is too nice for the field.
 
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The 7.62x 39 cz I have has the wings on the trigger guard but my .223 one doesn’t
Both are 2020 production
If you want to reload for it use hornady sst123gr bullets with 32 gr H335 powder
Mine shoots a ragged hole at 100 yards with this
 
How do CZ create their printed test targets? Is it a replication of actual shots fired?

Likely they have an electronic range that records the groups digitally and then they can print out the results.

Back in the early 80's as a youngster I got to shoot a Sturmgewehr 57 in Switzerland on a range that had monitors at the firing line that showed the hits.
 
Likely they have an electronic range that records the groups digitally and then they can print out the results.

Back in the early 80's as a youngster I got to shoot a Sturmgewehr 57 in Switzerland on a range that had monitors at the firing line that showed the hits.

Thanks for that. CZ557 Lux 2 in 8x57 (24" barrel) vs CZ527 Carbine in 7.62x39 (18.5" barrel):

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I haven't really tested the 527 for precision accuracy, but with the 557 I have had tighter groups than the factory test target using commercial RWS 200 grain bonded, using the irons only.
 

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Cz doesn't make an OEM 3 Rd, but theres a company that can mod the 5rd, but the price was pretty high.

Yes, there is a CZ 3 round mag. It can be used with this style of triggerguard.

Edit: Not sure if they make it in 7.62x39 but several site dealers have the 3rd .223 in stock
 
Schaftol has silicone in it. I wouldn't risk it.

https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=589209

Better use natural wax - Renaissance Wax is the best

https://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=524621

I've done a ton of research on the topic and I have gone full circle back to Schaftol. A small quantity of silicone is harmless and helps to protect the wood. This type of oil is meant to be applied after each major wet weather hunt or once a year. It's easy to apply. It truly protects the wood and brings out its natural beauty, and is non-toxic. After a few applications, you don't really need to apply every year, but I do anyway. There's a reason why the best German gunbuilders use it. After using this oil, I actually spend less time caring for my stocks.

I recently streamed-out a ding on a stock, and after it dried, I simply took 1000 grit sandpaper to very lightly wipe off the "hairs" and the stock didn't even require another coat of oil. It's amazing stuff.
 
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