Zastava .22 lr bolt action rifle -- opinions?

[grauhanen]

I'm going to be buying a .22 lr bolt action. The Zastava Z5 (it is also called the MP22?) is close to $200 less than a CZ455 -- which I would buy without hesitation, except for the affordability issue at the moment. The Zastava doesn't seem to have a whole lot of discussion generated. I would appreciate opinions about this rifle.

 

[buffdog]

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I bought one a couple of years ago. I use it for my "walking around" rifle when out in the fields shooting gophers. It is well built, has an adjustable trigger, and is accurate.

Remington marketed it several years ago as the Model 5, with imported actions and their own stocks on it. Make sure you get a couple of spare magazines, as they are a bit difficult to find.

 

[Archer Sam]

I have a 22 mag and have had 2 in 22 lr. Great rifles. All steel construction,descent sights and steel magazines.I think these are the best value for dollar going right now.
Lots of reading here.
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/search.php?searchid=7348764

Scott...

 

[grauhanen]

Thanks for the replies, gentlemen.