New to Me - VZ 52/57

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So the other day I was in the store, and decided I wanted this VZ 52/57.

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It had a bad visit from Bubba sometime in the past. A chunk was gouged out of the stock to allow the attachment of an oddball Belarusian mount. At least the holes were drilled straight and on the first try :). They also screwed in a sling swivel stud to allow for a bipod.

Other than than unpleasantness, the gun seems mechanically in great shape. The metal is uniformly finished and the bore is clean with crisp rifling. It also came with 2 mags in good shape (though these are built like a tank, so they likely could survive a significant amout of abuse).

I think my first step will be to cut a slightly oversize piece of metal to fill in the hole in the stock attached with the screws for the scope mount. Then router the hole even with the plate and parkerize to match. Also, remove and fill the swivel stud hole.

I ended up spending $450 all in. I think I did alright, as I wanted a shooter. Maybe paid a little much but kinda fell in love with this little rifle. Just thought I would share.
 
Even with the Bubba, that is a nice rifle! I've only seen 2 in person, neither was anywhere near as nice as yours. They seem really solid and heavy, would make a good club if you ran out of ammo!
 
Rudiger said:
So the other day I was in the store, and decided I wanted this VZ 52/57.

VZ52-57.jpg


VZ52-572.jpg


VZ52-573.jpg


VZ52-574.jpg


It had a bad visit from Bubba sometime in the past. A chunk was gouged out of the stock to allow the attachment of an oddball Belarusian mount. At least the holes were drilled straight and on the first try :). They also screwed in a sling swivel stud to allow for a bipod.

Other than than unpleasantness, the gun seems mechanically in great shape. The metal is uniformly finished and the bore is clean with crisp rifling. It also came with 2 mags in good shape (though these are built like a tank, so they likely could survive a significant amout of abuse).

I think my first step will be to cut a slightly oversize piece of metal to fill in the hole in the stock attached with the screws for the scope mount. Then router the hole even with the plate and parkerize to match. Also, remove and fill the swivel stud hole.

I ended up spending $450 all in. I think I did alright, as I wanted a shooter. Maybe paid a little much but kinda fell in love with this little rifle. Just thought I would share.
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Well, you got 2 mags with it so even if bubba had a hand on it, its a good deal. I have 1 also,didnt have time to shoot it yet but soon as the snow is gone i will have a trip at the range. Congrat:)
Jocelyn
 
Is that scope base mounted to the stock(!)?

Talk about turning a $500 into $250 in a hurry. So few in circulation, it makes no sense to b@stardize it trying to make a scoped SKS. But you have 2 mags.
 
BAAD Bubba!

I think Bubba never shot it before he installed that scope mount (which is a shame anyway): the VZ-52/57 ejects TO THE LEFT!
If you find a scuff mark on the inside of the mount, perhaps this will tell you why Bubba sold it.
Get that scope mount off of it and try the rifle; I'm pretty sure you'll like it.
It is an accurate rifle. Its co-axial piston design is perhaps one of the reasons for it: there's no torque exerted on the barrel upon firing.
Here's a thread on how to take it down and clean it: http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=351823
Keep it clean and lubricated and enjoy.

PP. :)
 
These rifles are by far my favorite 7.62x39 rifle. I took this picture deer hunting a couple of years ago. I just wish I dident loose my front sight hood (anyone with a spare please PM). You will enjoy your rifle.
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I see one problem with the scope mount: It may interfere with the brass ejection, since the '52 ejects the brass to the left, rather than the right side or top as most semi-autos do.
 
Yeah, I was planning on ditching the scope mount anyway. This is what I have to deal with:

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My plan was to fill the hole with a piece of parkerized aluminum attached with the screws for the scope mount. It would be slightly oversized so I can router the hole cleanly and straight to fit.

Woodbeef said:
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoo.................It's looks like it might be an all matching non-refurb too. check the butt for a cleaning kit.
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Checked already. No cleaning kit :(. I was hopeful as that rear cap is hard to get off but alas.
 
These are great rifles and I love mine. I have heard that you have to be very careful when shooting corrosive ammo through them. The annular ring gas sytems is difficult to clean and often becomes rusty very quickly if not attended to.
 
Rather than make an aluminum block, why not give Bubba the finger and the block out of beechwood - matched as well as you can.
 
Since the notch is not square I would say you have the right idea about the block. You would be forever trying to match that hole with a piece of beech and you will ALWAYS notice it no matter how you tie it in. I would skip the router and do it by hand and files. One slip of the router could make you regret the whole decision. As for the swivel you could plug that with a piece of beech or stained simular...since its on the bottom this is less likely to be noticed. Maybe make several plugs and stain each a lil different until you find a match you are satisfied with. Very nice rifle. Looking forward to seeing the end results
 
Guy JR said:
These rifles are by far my favorite 7.62x39 rifle. I took this picture deer hunting a couple of years ago. I just wish I dident loose my front sight hood (anyone with a spare please PM). You will enjoy your rifle.
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Did you try Numrich? Got quite a few M 52 parts from them and I don't think a sight hood would be on the Bad list. :D

Grizz
 
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