I've been thinking of getting a bolt action .22LR because of the cost of ammo has gone up so much. After a quick search, I've found the CZ 452 American with adjustable trigger. This rifle seems like a good target rifle at a decent price. Does anyone have any experience with this rifle? Local prices? Jim Flynn's?

No info on the rifle, but call Jim, he can order anything. Nice guy. (908) 537-6446

Nice rifle with a great reputation. I want a CZ Full Stock .22

Like trout I prefer the look of the Mannlicher stock I purchased the 452fs model. I didn't want to change the classic lines of the rifle so I shoot this with the factory iron sights. As long as I do my part the rifle has been very accurate. I would highly recommend the CZ rifles.

I bought a (hardly been) used CZ 452 Trainer not too long ago at the Phila Armory Gun Show. The Trainer has beech wood instead of maple. I paid $275 and it has become one of my favorite rifles. The iron sights are second to none. The American doesn't have iron sights, but the Lux and FS do. If you enjoy shooting with irons you might want to give them a look. You just can't go wrong with a CZ. Do yourself a favor and get one.

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CZ rifles have a cult following. I own two 452 Varmints, .22LR and .17HMR. CZs are good quality at an good price. Buy one and enjoy it. If I were to buy another, it would be an American.

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CZ rifles have a cult following. I own two 452 Varmints, .22LR and .17HMR. CZs are good quality at an good price. Buy one and enjoy it. If I were to buy another, it would be an American.

 

The Varmint model has a heavier barrel, but is shorter. Now, I really can't decide!

I wanted to buy a CZ 452 but I couldn't find one in a shop. I ended up with a Remington model 5 and it's really a rebranded Zastava from Serbia. I've handled the 452 since and I think they're both great rifles.

 

I put a 2-7x32 on mine with Warne rings and it's a tack driver. You should at least handle one if you get a chance. Keep in mind that there is a big price difference between the laminated and non laminated stocks so when you read about a guy getting one for $200 it's non-laminated. My only complaint is the 5 round mag. You may be able to find a good deal on one.

 

some pics:

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CZ rifles have a cult following. I own two 452 Varmints, .22LR and .17HMR. CZs are good quality at an good price. Buy one and enjoy it. If I were to buy another, it would be an American.

 

The Varmint model has a heavier barrel, but is shorter. Now, I really can't decide!

 

The deciding factor should be, what are you going to do with it. For hunting, the American is lighter to carry. For target and plinking, the Varmint is steadier. I put a bipod on the .17HMR and I can easily shoot the staples off my target at 50 yards.

I don't plan on hunting, only target shooting. I really want to stick with .22LR because of the cost of ammo.

 

I think I'll look more at the Varmint model.

I don't plan on hunting, only target shooting. I really want to stick with .22LR because of the cost of ammo.

 

I think I'll look more at the Varmint model.

 

One thing to remember if you buy it. The bolt comes uncocked. You can check this by CAREFULLY pushing the bolt into the receiver. The bolt will move forward until it hits the stock. An unwary person can ding the stock. To cock the bolt, hold the lower portion and twist the upper portion 90 degrees. I can't remember which way to twist, clockwise or counter. You can ask at the CZ forum at Rimfirecentral.

 

One thing to remember if you buy it. The bolt comes uncocked. You can check this by CAREFULLY pushing the bolt into the receiver. The bolt will move forward until it hits the stock. An unwary person can ding the stock. To cock the bolt, hold the lower portion and twist the upper portion 90 degrees. I can't remember which way to twist, clockwise or counter. You can ask at the CZ forun at Rimfirecentral.

 

I'm not sure I follow what you're saying. Do you mean the hammer is uncocked? I have to manually cock the hammer for every shot? Sorry, if I sound confused but I am. :?

 

One thing to remember if you buy it. The bolt comes uncocked. You can check this by CAREFULLY pushing the bolt into the receiver. The bolt will move forward until it hits the stock. An unwary person can ding the stock. To cock the bolt, hold the lower portion and twist the upper portion 90 degrees. I can't remember which way to twist, clockwise or counter. You can ask at the CZ forun at Rimfirecentral.

 

I'm not sure I follow what you're saying. Do you mean the hammer is uncocked? I have to manually cock the hammer for every shot? Sorry, if I sound confused but I am. :?

 

There is no hammer. The spring inside the bolt is cocked by twisting the bolt. Just like when you push the handle up, you are cocking the bolt. The front section of the bolt rotates to push the spring back. This spring provides the force to the firing pin to strike the rim.

 

Once you have the rifle and you can't figure why the bolt won't go into the receiver, you will understand. There is nothing in the owner's manual that explains this so it's confusing as hell when you try to put the bolt into the rifle for the first time.

 

Some people like to store the bolt uncocked. All you have to do to is hold the trigger down while removing the bolt and the bolt comes out uncocked and no tension on the spring. I would put a fired case in the chamber to prevent damage to the breech face when dry firing.

 

Where do you shoot? I could show you at the range. I have not had a chance to shoot my CZs in a while. I belong to Shongum so I can bring a guest at no charge. I didn't want to pay for two memberships so I did not renew my Cherry Ridge membership. They charge $20 for a guest.

 

"The Varmint model has a heavier barrel, but is shorter. Now, I really can't decide!" Think of this as your FIRST CZ.

Oh, now I understand. Thanks.

 

Actually, I'm a member of Shongum, too. I love it there and maybe we've crossed paths! I would like to see the Varmint and American side by side to compare. I wonder if any local gunshops have both.

Oh, now I understand. Thanks.

 

Actually, I'm a member of Shongum, too. I love it there and maybe we've crossed paths! I would like to see the Varmint and American side by side to compare. I wonder if any local gunshops have both.

 

Maybe Ramsey Outdoor or even Cabela's would have both but I would call first. I can't think of any other big firearm retailers that are left. Shongum is nice. I use the indoor range the most. It's been cool in there and no gnats to bother me. I like going on a rainy day. I don't feel guilty not doing yard work. In the winter it's cold but it beats outside.

Has anybody used the "Firearms Price Request" feature on this site? I'm thinking about using it to get a price quote for a CZ 452 American or Varmint. Good or bad experiences are welcome.

Very good experiences, use it, you wil be happy you did

Has anybody used the "Firearms Price Request" feature on this site? I'm thinking about using it to get a price quote for a CZ 452 American or Varmint. Good or bad experiences are welcome.

 

All it is, is a form that gets sent to all of the supporting vendor ffl's on NJGF. =) Instead of you emailing each one, you fill out one form, and it gets sent to everyone.

 

I use it myself and works well.

I was getting ready to start shopping for a CZ 452 American or Varmint when I read on another website that the iron sights on the Lux model are superb. So, now I'm thinking I should get a Lux model instead. I can still mount a scope in the future, if I want. Any thoughts?

I ordered a Lux from Hackettstown Guns and Ammo last week. It was a little more $$$ than the sponsors' quotes here, but it was a lot closer. So, I figured it was worth it.

 

I went to pick it up this morning when I realized it was the Ultra Lux, not the Lux. I was a little upset. I really wanted the walnut stock. They already did the paperwork and the NCIS. However, they told me they could still order the Lux and I could get it in 3 days, but it was $50 more and another NCIS fee. I thought about it for a minute and decided to take the Ultra Lux.

 

They threw in a brick of .22LRs to try to make it up. So, overall, it was an okay transaction. In the future, I might try the sponsors here, they were much lower $$$.

 

But, I did find out the barrel is actually longer in the Ultra Lux. I tried holding it and it felt great! Awesome balance! It points very naturally. I can't wait to give it a try.

 

Now, I need to figure out how to put the bolt in.

I had a dealer tell me that the NICS check is good for 30 days or until you actually transfer the firearm, I think there is a spot on the 4473 (third page?) where you have to sign to post date the check.