I must admit to some surprize at the number of views, over 7,600 and posts, over132 in one working day. I have been keeping an eye on this and reading all the comments with interest. I had planned on keeping silent but due to your support I will throw out a little more info on what we have planned right now:
Caliber: The CZ 958 will only be offered in 7.62x39, I have committed to selling the full output from Bruno for several years, there will not be the production time to consider other calibers. This receiver size will not handle .308 cartridges. I'm 100% ok without .308, not having .223 is a let down though. I understand the reasoning completely though. Hopefully we'll see some decent, on par with say American Eagle 7.62x39 come up here soon at an affordable cost.
Cost: My aim is to keep the cost as low as possible, she will not be as cheap as the famed CZ858, our target is under $1,000 Canadian. Would pay up to $1,000.
Mags: the CZ 958 will use standard CZ 858 mags. Sounds good, these are plentiful and easy to find.
Mag adapter: I am hoping that the B&T mag well adapter will be a drop in modification, time will tell. That would be nice, especially if an XCR-M pistol, or 958 pistol ever shows up.
Stocks etc: The first run may feature "Canadian Wood" no promises, time will tell. The intent is that all CZ 858 accessories, stocks etc. will fit.The Canadian wood is a good news story, but even beaver wood would be ok if the slew of available aftermarket 858 stocks work.
Chrome barrels: Yes I know the million dollar question, if possible barrels will be chromed but it will put up the price as we are talking about new 18.6 inch barrels (To keep her non restricted) There may not be the option for chrome lined barrels if the manufactures capability is already tied up with other production. Not crucial, IMO. I would like to be shooting better ammo than corrosive milsurp through mine.
Delivery time; Unknown right now, I will not plan anything to delay production and deliveries but we still have a long way to go.
Next photos: We saw the pre-production samples last year, they were super! Our samples have been finished this week, I will post photos when I have them in my hands. We still have lots of work, lots of trials and test firing have to be fitted in to a very hectic work schedule and all the technical data has to be prepared for submission. I also have to visit Bruno to co-ordinate all the last details. Life is hectic, but not complaining. Looking forward to seeing the photos next week!!
Thanks for the support and remember I am reading all your comments.