Cz 452

[EastofTexas]

I picked up a CZ 452 Friday which I had ordered from Davidson's. I had already received a set of replacement sights so I can switch to an aperture sights. I bought the CZ because of my frustration with the sights on the Remington Model 5.

Anyway, I decided to try the CZ with the standard sights. Was I amazed. The range where I shoot almost always has a cross wind and today it was strong, maybe up to 20 mph, but the little rifle was very accurate out to 50 yards. I was using an NRA 25 yard slow fire pistol target. I was able to hit a golf ball at 25 yards with my first round shooting offhand.

Steel trigger guard and magazine, best trigger I have ever had on a rifle (including a national match A2, a Remington 700 PSS, and a Daniels Defense Carbine). I am going to put a scope on the little Remington Model 5.

Anyway, the CZ seems to me to be a great buy for around $350. I think I am going to look for a hunting rifle in 308.

I am not a great rifle shot. I did almost shoot expert with an M-14 (in 1968). I think I missed by 1 ring. But at 64, I don't see sights nearly as well as I did at 18.

So if anyone is looking for a quality 22 LR, I think the CZ deserves a close look.

 

[ColtPythonElite]

I assume it's a Trainer...regardless, the 452 sights are excellent. I have a Trainer with a J&P ghost ring. It's a great all around set up. I also have a UL with BRNO sights. They work well for bench target shooting.

The CZ trigger is good outta the box. It can be made much better in about 15 minutes with little or no money spent...I go the no money route...I cut a couple of coils off the stock the trigger spring and make a tube shim for the sear pin.

 

[Cee Zee]

If you like the 452 trigger you would love the 453 trigger. At least I did. I guess some prefer the simpler and cheaper design. Personally there's nothing quite like having the round fire with the slightest touch of the trigger. There isn't much chance to pull or push the rifle off target on that trigger pull.

 

[cpt-t]

EastofTexas: My Son and I both shoot a CZ 452 Trainer and really injoy them. Both are very accurate. And they both make a super Plinking, Hunting, and a infromal target rifle.
ken

 

[henschman]

When I first got my 452 I figured I would get Tech Sights for it... but I shot it with the factory notch sights and loved it. It has a long enough sight radius that it isn't a problem. Also, I like being able to easily and quickly adjust for different distances. Notch sights are better in low light too, and I use this to hunt. It is definitely keeping the factory irons.

 

[czhen]

Great buy enjoy.
I gave to my son a 513 farmer no adjustable trigger and carbine with a old tasco 3-9x40, my daughter got the trainer iron sight. She said, I like old fashion (same setup as 452 lux but less fancy stock and golden trigger.) Both, are very happy with them, triggers improved with the use very well.
The size of the cz iron sights are adequate for the rimfire rifles, with good results.
I can't make an opinion of the full size rifles sights (hopefully soon).
You made a right choice on the 452, post pics of you target and buy a lot of 22s ammo.
You are advised cz rifles are addictive.

Henry, FL

 

[CB900F]

EastofTexas;

If you think the number of CZer's around here, and the enthusiasm is a surprise, then don't go to triple w.rimfire central dot com BRNO/CZ forum. You'll be shocked, shocked I tell you!

The YoDave trigger kit is about $25.00 these days I think. It's an excellent buy, regardless of the money. Takes about two weeks to come in, but contains enough to do a couple of guns. You can find all the ordering info over on "that other" site referenced above. If your buttstock comb is a Euro type hogback, they're frequently more trouble than it's worth to try & scope it. Just go get a 452 American with the straight stock comb.

Like any .22 rimfire, they're picky about what they want to be fed, so do the ammo testing. But once you find what it likes - hooboy! Or, let me put it this way, I have made a witnessed & lazed 170 yard cold barrel one-shot kill on a small varmint we hunt a lot around here. I had to buy three Americans before I got one that shot Winchester PowerPoints, but I do not regret going through all that at all.

900F

 

[ColtPythonElite]

The biggest problem with CZ bolt rimfires is they multiply like rabbits. I bought one and the next thing I knew, I had five.

 

[solman]

Agree on the CZ 452's. After buying my first and hitting the range I was smiling ear to ear. A few more made their way to my house since.

 

[Captain Capsize]

I have had an 452 American for several years. A buddy and I hit the range almost every friday. We set up .223 and 30 cal brass and shoot them down at 100 yds. off a bench and bipod. These rifles when tuned are incredibly accurate. Accuracy is determined by the ammunition for sure. Using Federal 550 the groups on paper range from nickle size group to 5 shot clover leaf. This varies from lot number to lot number, we only buy it by the brick. The best (most expensive) .22 ammo has not shown to improve upon that.

 

[ECVMatt]

I love my 452 and my 527; the are both great rifles. I really wish CZ made a true short action 550 and I would have one of those too in .308. CZ seems to be getting more popular lately, so maybe they might consider this...it would be a nice addition to the line.

 

[aarondhgraham]

I own several .22 rifles,,,

If I had purchased my CZ-452 Military Trainer first,,,
I would probably own only one .22 rifle.

Well, maybe I would keep my Henry Acu-bolt,,,
It's a very precise single-shot rifle,,,
With a short 20" barrel.

Man that CZ shoots tight groups!

Aarond

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[aka108]

I took my Anschutz 1416 and my CZ 453 to the range. Using Eley Remington Target Rifle ammo I was getting better groupings with the CZ. I don't think you can get a finer production rifle that the CZ.

 

[CB900F]

ECVMatt;

I'm informed that CZ is in the process of eliminating the 550 line of centerfires & will replacing it in the relatively near future. Hopefully at that time they'll have a short action for you and left handed actions for me.

900F

 

[Nighteyes]

And another vote for the CZ-452. Mine is a 10-year-old Varmint. I could not ask for a more consistent performer. I set it up exactly like my Savage 10FP so I can practice longer-range shooting without permanently crippling my bank account. I fed my 452 every brand of target ammo I could find but its preferred diet, believe it or not, is Federal High-Velocity. Minute-of-hot-dot accuracy at 100 yards, usually with all five shots.

 

[ECVMatt]

ECVMatt;

I'm informed that CZ is in the process of eliminating the 550 line of centerfires & will replacing it in the relatively near future. Hopefully at that time they'll have a short action for you and left handed actions for me.

900F

Big Thumbs Up! Thanks for the info...

 

[viking499]

CB, what are the 550's being replaced with?

 

[CB900F]

Fella's;

I don't know what the new model designation is going to be, although I'll try to find out. I'm sure that the reason behind it is the same as for the 452/455 redesign, lowering production costs. For those who care, all the left hand models are still being produced on the 452 action, there is no left-handed 455 as yet. So, 452 lefty's are still available at this time, but tomorrow is coming, don't waste time.

I'm trying to find a Scout for the grandkids.

900F

 

[Coop45]

We need a "darn right" button!

 

[Cee Zee]

The best (most expensive) .22 ammo has not shown to improve upon that.

It matters in my 453. If I use Eley Match Black it will shoot much better than with other ammo.

We need a "darn right" button!

This smiley works for me:



Also there is a significant difference between a 64 series Anschutz and a 54 series. The 64 is considered to be a little better than the 452 but the 54 is thought to be a lot better.

 

[PO2Hammer]

CZ rimfires have great sights, plus they're all steel.
No plastic, no aluminum on the sights or the trigger guards.
The tangent sights on the Lux, FS and Trainer are really special with the adjustable front and quick adjust rear.
Heck, even the simple sights on my Scout are well designed and very rugged.
Accuracy is outstanding.

I love my Scout even though I'm 6' tall with long arms. I think everyone should buy one before the 452s disappear forever.
Mine will shoot under an inch at 100 yards with Velocitor.
With Stingers you have to cam them into the rifling when the bolt closes, but it shoots them almost as well as the Velocitors. I guess I don't shoot much target ammo, I like the hot stuff and the Scout handles it like a dream.

 

[MaterDei]

CZ rifles, IMO, are the best bang for the buck out there.

I own 3 22LR 452s (UL, Trainer, and Scout) and a .270 550 and they are all exceptionally accurate which makes them a joy to shoot. When I'm shooting my CZs I feel like I'm a better marksman than I really am, which is great fun. I sincerely hope that CZ doesn't screw up their reputation with the 455 and whatever they replace the 550 with.

My 452 trigger job consists of replacing the stock trigger spring with an Ace Hardware #144 spring. This takes about 15 minutes and costs all of 75 cents (plus tax). This simple swap gives me about a 2 pound trigger which is still adjustable. The stock trigger on the 550 is a single set trigger and it needs no improvement. I left the trigger on the Scout stock as this will be the rifle I teach my grandkids to shoot and I'd rather keep it stock which is about 4 - 5 pounds.

CB900F, I just bought my Scout last month. Keep an eye on the kygunco site. They regularly get the Scout in stock, they just don't last long. They are a really good company to do business with and their prices are hard to beat.

 

[Krogen]

I have a CZ452 varmint that shoots very well. It's one of my favorites. The original trigger was once of the worst I've encountered. Some, as the OP indicated are great right out of the box. This one sure wasn't. In short order, I put a Timney in it and never looked back. I've started using it for long range 22LR silhouette. Rams are clear out at 200 meters which is a heckuva long way for a 22. The CZ is up to the task, even if I'm not. And the wind can blow you clear into the next county.

 

[ColtPythonElite]

Ain't nothing wrong with the 455 platform. I have an earlier American. It shoots as good as the average 452.

 

[rbernie]

I wish that CZ would continue the 452 line instead of forcing folk into the 455 line (which appears to standardize the 22LR and 22WMR into a single receiver, using a mag block/spacer for the 22LR versions). I see no need for the extra receiver length and bolt throw of the 455 if I'm just shooting a 22LR platform.

I recently bought a 452 UltraLux and love it.