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i have the 527 in 223 and i love it, lightweight, like a .22lr to shoot! now i will order the CZ 557 Ranger, sadly it has only .308 cal. no 762x39, but it has a doublestock mag. with 10 round, the 527 has only 5round mag. have you ever tested the CZ557?? greets from Swiss
I sold my Ruger Ranch American 7.62x39 even with the mini thirty mags and kept the CZ 527. Also SKS’s are not trash at all with the box magazine and stripper clip you’ll never get a malfunction even one made in 50 years ago. Opposed to a brand new AR locking up over headspace issues, just saying. Great video!
I have a 527 in 7.62x39 with the Beechwood stock. I get a lot of compliments on it at the range and it shoots 1/2 inch groups with Wolf 154gr soft points at 100 yards. One of my favorite rifles to shoot.
Good choice! I love mine. Iron sights but synthetic stock. The wood is nice, but the way I use guns it wouldn't look good for long! I can throw mine around and not worry about dings.
I met a gentleman back in Oct. at the gun range that had the carbine wood stock iron sights one. He had a scope on it and that thing was a tack driver at 100 yards with steel cased Wolf and Tula ammo. If I didn’t see it myself, I’d never of believed it.
I can definitely see myself owning one of these in 7.62 one day. I’ve read nothing but good things about everything these guys make, especially their one-of-a-kind upgraded Mauser-style actions w/ a simple, yet nostalgic look. The price range on almost every one of their products also speaks volumes as one will be shocked to learn that a rifle that normally would sell for $1.5K-$2K from Winchester, Remington, or Browning is practically the same quality one would get from this spec for almost half that amount, *SOMETIMES EVEN LESS!!!!!*. Now, when it comes to scopes, there are really only two options I would really recommend that work very well. Those 2 are IMO the Weaver “high-rings” w/ the tiny gap underneath for immediate access to both open sights and scope w/out throwing off your “zero-hold,* while the second option we have is the Weaver “old school style” side-scope mount (2 pieces) and actually my fav scope mounting option in general. Granted, I wouldn’t personally go around drilling side mount brackets/bases on every gun I own, especially the rare or more expensive ones, but at the end of the day, it does make for the most practical optic system one could think of!! I also believe that it compliments older style, antique-esque rifles (like this one was modelled after) very well and makes for a very deadly, bada** setup to add to any collection.
I have that CZ 527 in 7.62x39 inTurkish Walnut for about 3 years now and very happy I bought it. Beautiful rifle with very nice set trigger. Light, easy to carry and shoots cheap steel ammunitions accurately. I got it for a good price inside MCX and I’m waiting to get my next one chambered in 223. I still shoot it with iron sights until this video gave me an idea on what scope and rings to use. Thank You for this cool video. 👍🏽
@@tophat8190 I'm hopeing to do the same in the future, love the round, what brand of ammo were y'all using, Been looking for the S & B brass soft point, but can't find it right now.
@@williammccaslin8527 Tula 124gr SP works very well too but since March haven't found either one. Lucky I stocked up last year so I have plenty. Had this same thing happen back during the Obama BS so if I find a round that works I stock up when the getting is good.
I have 3 CZ527 rifles in various calibres and i just love the CZ, and oh my do i know about the bolt that hits the scope ! i have used a dremel on my bolts (or fit higher mount which i dont like to do) and they are fine now, worst scope was the Vortex Viper PST 6-24 X 50 (wicked scope btw ! thank you amarica for making these, im in the uk) the trigger is amazing on the 527 and i have mine dialed in BUT i just cannot get away with the set trigger !(it just seems to go off by literally just touching it and i dont like ! i have mine set to a 2 stage and i love it) dont know why i shoot worse with the set trigger so i never use it yet a few mates who have used it swear they are the best thing since sliced bread ! each to there own i spose. Great channel btw keep em coming...
Say bud. You should tap the top and side of the scope rings with a screw driver handle or pocket tool after each adjustment. This allows the adjustment springs to settle prior to recoil. I had two competitive shooters tell me this years ago. This way you are not "in the rears" adjustment wise.
You took the words out my mouth when he said the barrel heating up, I learned about that after seeing a kid run 30 rounds thru a ar and wondering why it wasn't zeroed in anymore. A old guy(ex-military) told him to let it cool down, he did and it was back to being a laser
Awesome video, I have been a fan of 7.62x39. Always had to defend its accuracy and always had to hear how steel case is gonna ruin my gun. I have the Cz and a Howa both are excellent shooters.
Great guns on most deer and hogs! The triggers are fantastic for a factory trigger. Just remember in set mode they are light and crisp! Very nice handling guns!
I shot a 6 point deer about 95 yards right above the front leg shoulder. Buck ran about 10-15 yards stood up and dropped with wolf 123 gr bullet. I love CZ 527 I also have a second go to rifle Savage Lightweight Storm chambered in .270 my two best buddy’s ever.
Hi from France, true, the Cz trigger is amazing . In Europe, especially in UK, pest hunters (fox close from farms) are foxing with 223 . Air rifles like Daystate .177 or .22 for rats, pigeons . 12 gauge for crows
Just to add my two cents, if you can take that bolt to a gunsmith and have it angled down a further five degrees, I think that would pretty much eliminate the tight clearance with the scope. Save you the trouble of having to source a different optic to suit the rifle.
Bought my 527M walnut stock carbine about five years back, after being on a waitlist almost a year. Mounted a Leupold 6X compact scope on it, and it is a great, light (6 lb) rig. Everyone who sees it wants one. After having it a while, I noticed that if you compare it to a Ruger 10-22 Deluxe Sporter, it has an uncanny resemblance. As noted, the trigger is just superb, as good as a target gun. I shoot the Golden Tiger ammo, and I am thinking I get a little under 2 MOA groups at 50 yds - but overall love the gun. Need to try some other types, but I have a bunch of the Golden Tiger, shoots well in my N-PAP. I consider the 7.62x39 round to be a great choice for availability and cost, and in many instances more effective than the .223. This handy little rifle is great looking, accurate and fairly powerful. Can easily take deer at 200 yds.
I’ve been shopping for a new deer rifle, I see these and have wondered how well they perform! I don’t think any of my buddies have a CZ so good timing! 👍🏻
Nice to see you finally got a 7.62x39 bolt action. I'm still loving my Ruger American Ranch- only issues I have had with mine are due to using Promag mags in it- the Promag ruger mini 30 mags don't have the curve like a stock ruger mini 30 mag, so sometimes a couple of the top rounds are hard to chamber. I think they may wear in a little over time, and be better. Until then, I will just deal with it.
I bought one of these 527’s in 6.5 Grendel used a couple of years back with the walnut stock. It had a Vortex scope on it. The previous owner had put a 1/2” tall rail on it and higher rings on it. When you went to take aim you had to search for the scope, which takes longer to get on target. I’m sure they did this because of the bolt problem. I had to cut it off with a sawzaw blade, without the sawzaw. Couldn’t get the scope zeroed. They had tightened the rings so tight that it collapsed the scope. It had the original CZ mounts in the box with it. I sent the scope back and Vortex sent me a new one. But while waiting on the new scope, I installed a Burris that I had on my AR Grendel, used the original rings and corrected the problem. The bolt had 1/2” clearance between the scope now but was the correct height. It’s a wonderful rifle. I convinced that the owner sold it because it was all jacked up and someone at the gun shop suggested a high rise rings and a 1/2” base, then collapsed the scope so it couldn’t be sighted in. This rifle was new and I really enjoy it. I’m glad that whoever had it had screwed it up. It’s a tack driver and very sweet.
I got cases 15 years ago from Sportsman,s Guide of the steel case ammo for my SKS and can hit our gong every time at 300 yards ! The rounds I have seem to have some sort of varnish on the casing . Gong is 16 by 16 so I think for a 150 dollar gun it and the ammo work great !
@@WHOTEEWHO Rooski loads, get a bad rap because usually, there is spread in groups. It's more to variations in powder dispensing, than defective projectiles or other such gripes. I have several PA-63's, shooting 9x18 Makarov. The other, a CZ 82 and out of all the pistols I've ever had, save for a S&W Model 66, with a very expensive trigger job, that CZ'S trigger is crisp, machined to an art, and it's a standard, I paid $179.00 at J&G years ago for it, with a half dozen PA-63's @ $99.00 each. My point is, CZ don't make no junk, and I'll take an all steel military tool any day over plastic, but that's a preference for another day, just sayin...but, if you want to see similar CZ tight, go check Buffalo's bench tests at 100 yds., with that CZ 22LR! He's testing over the counter 22lr, and his groups are astounding. Your rifle, is spitting pills with similar "ya gotta be kiddin me" groupings. I watch all the well known bench loaders, and they'd be thrilled if their handloads could match that C'S performance. TIGHT---IS RIGHT! Great discovery on a rifle you'll be proud of for a long long time!
Savage 10 Scount 7.62x39. Love it, just had to change extractor to take surplus casings. DO NOT expect to hunt with it past 300 yards. I got it to 600 yards on steel... and it was tumbling!
I was lookin rounds this week. Found S&B 123gr soft points half the cost of 6.5G (which I was looking for). At 250 yards, it doesn't matter enough to change the scope. Love my CZ527s!
We all got our different ways of tuning out scopes but my method is shoot at large target then where ever the bullet goes aim at that bullet hole and squeeze another round off then look where that round ends up on board then adjust accordingly and try another round or 4 to finely tune scopes in
I have a Howa 1500 mini action in 7.62x39 & out to 200 yards it's hitting dime size groups. I have killed 4 deer with it & 7.62x39 is a good Deer caliber!
Man, you got me actually wanting a bolt action after watching this. That trigger is sexy and would save me some money on ammo versus my AK. Self moderation is hard when you got that 30 round banana. >.
Great review! I have this rifle with walnut stock and a Bushnell Elite 3500 3-9 x 50. Even with cheapish ammo it’s very accurate. I think CZ makes a bolt handle with different geometry to address the scope clearance issue 👍🏻
Have a Ruger American ranch in 762x39. Love it. Topped with vortex glass it nails golf balls at 100 all day. This CZ is a nice one too, I'd love to have one as well.
I use S&B Soft points for my best shooting hunting rounds. 1/2 to 3/4 groups. Also push the back of the bolt hard with your thumb to mostly close the bolt then finish with the handle. Works best for me with a scope on my CZ. Killed two does with her last weekend, she is sweet !!!
Great shot! Looks brand new! I noticed your bolt seems smooth and tight. Btw I heard if you Scotch Brite lightly the lips of your mag, that last round should also go in as the other ones did. Thanks for the video keep it up I love the 527 in turkish walnut it’s a real beauty 😌
I've use Tulammo for over 20 years and killed my Deer every year. 308 win my first hunting gun is mak10. Shoots perfect with 20 inch barale. Perfect rond for Deer..
Cheap plinking hunting and protection. I use the 154gr steel cased soft points for hog hunting and they do great. Bought 1000 rounds of the stuff for $325 before all this madness started.
I've owned mine for a long time. Taken more deer with this rifle than with all my other rifles combined. It's terrific: accurate, fantastic trigger, light and handy. With SP ammo it will flatten white tail and coyotes with ease.
I paid $500 for my SKS a couple years back, and in my state that was a "good" price... The Ruger American I got was $479, so if you can find any gun that shoots 7.62x39 for around that, it's worth buying just because, like you said, the price of 7.62x39 is still fairly normal...
I never tried a cz rifle or a gun in that caliber. But this tells me there's some to look at one day when things get a little more back to normal. I think I would look for the wood furniture but other then that it might be that model for that caliber. Who-tee-who
@@WHOTEEWHO yeah so I've seen. The last gun I could get my hands on way the 338 win-mag. I'm still waiting on the glass for it. And my ffl said he was shocked I got a rifle. Who-tee-who
Stop gun shopping on the internet. I saw 5 brand new CZ 527 carbines with wood stock in this caliber on the rack 2 weeks ago. Also one .223 which I bought.
Bit throw versus 'Scope'. I first had a SIG brand scope with large objective dial. Looks similar to the one you have. Bolt would not clear the scope and after installing the scope I could not install the bolt. Gun shop accepted the SIG scope as return and sold me (with the return money) a Burris scope which does clear. :rimshot!: Lovely rifle and scope arrangement. Put me down as in favor of the CZ company and the Model 527 in particular. Have to write a article on my blog about accuracy and steel case ammunition. Oh. Tula makes a 7.62x39mm round with a 154 grain bullet. Averages 2150 fps from my 527 carbine. Puts it in low end .30-30 Winchester category. Happy New Year!
Been using Warne for decades and they are very very very good rings. Never needed more ring. Back when everyone was talking about Badger Ordinance, I figured I could find something just as good if not better for less. That was when I found Warne. My AR 10 has a Warne 1 piece QD scope mount with a Vortex in it. Awesome awesome scope mount. I'm not super super familiar with CZ but you should be able to take the bolt apart and remove the bolt handle, heat it up and bend it further away to the right or down depending on how you're looking at it. Do that or see if there is an aftermarket with a straight or curved down bolt handle. Or if you aren't comfortable bending it yourself, take it to Jeff Walley at I think Guns and Leather in Greenbriar. Any of those will fix your bolt handle clearance issue.
These are designed for .311 rounds so combloc steel case ammo/military loads are a great choice. Some of the north american brass loads may not be as accurate as they are loaded with a .308 bullet. Might try taller rings to clear the bolt handle better but you may need to add a cheek pad for proper cherk weld. Can never go wrong with cz. They're making a 22 pistol now I really want to check out
Nice groups! And a sweet little rifle! Need to check one out! I think even on the bench the spot well is critical for tight groups! They were tight! As a Marine in the 70's a combat sling used in all shooting positions? Off hand, kneeling, sitting and prone at 200, 300 and 500 yards rspid or full auto with the M-14 a tight combat sling allow the body to rock to the same position and spot well, if you had good dope on elevation and windage clicks were correct on your open sights! No scopes! Or else everyone would've shot expert! Thank you for the scuttle butt on the rifle! And the worlds most produced round 7.62 X 39!
Easiest way to sight-in, is to set the scope in the center of the target, fire on round, put the crosshairs back in the center and move the reticles until they are in the center of the bullet hole. Now you will be dead on. No figuring how many clicks left/right/up and down.
I was shocked at how well a $79.00 SKS shot and grouped with just open sites. That was back in the day when 7.62X39 was copper washed steel and about $90 for a thousand rounds. It was very affordable to go to the range and have several hours of fun. I wasn't expecting much for $79 bucks but it turned out to be a reliable gun at a real budget price. The Russian one's cost a little more and seemed a little more polished than the Chinese version but I haven't had any failures and they seem to still shoot as well as they did from new.
I’ve seen you test both this rifle and the Ruger American. Both in 7.62 x 39 and my question to you is which of the two do you like better? Also in the Ruger American between the 556 /223 and 7.62 x 39 which are you liking better?
I have the 7.62 X 39 in the Ruger American, and the wooden stocked CZ 527 In .223. Yes, that trigger on the CZ is sweet. The .223 version also shoots 5.56 NATO . Love the videos.
try this sometime. with a good 2 point rest, if first shot is on paper, hold dead center of target, then carefully dial the crosshairs to the bullet hole, saves lots of shots,
I have this same rifle, bought it several years ago. Except it has a wooden stock. Brazilian walnut I think. GREAT rifle. The instructions say that the rifle may shoot steel cased surplus ammo more accurately than hunting ammo. CZ designed the rifle this way intentionally. It has something to with the shoulder and/or angle of steel versus brass. I believe there is also a slight difference in the size of 7.62 bullets. European bullets (.311) versus American (.308). Perfect mountain/scout rifle where shots are in wooded areas and usually less 150 yards. Even though the round is very effective to 225 yards. Very light rifle, kind of like a bolt action 30-30. I have a 2x7 scope on it, which is perfect for that terrain.
JS as a comp shooter this is CC you do what you like but I find that the Less you move between shoots the better your groupings but good video I love this rifle!
Your bolt binds on the return back in. Classic CZ issue. Try pushing the bolt towards your cheek when doing the forward motion. You can also give the metal clip on the bolt a little extra bend. Works wonders.
@@kparker4894 Yeah, it looked like the barrel was on the rest to me but I don't think it was, he knows better and I don't think he'd have gotten those groups.
Good shooting!! There is absolutely nothing wrong with a 7.62X39 caliber! It's a good general purpose hunting caliber and just a blast (so to speak...lol) to shoot!! I do see that there seems to be a little feeding issue where the bolt is catching a little bit during feeding. Otherwise it seems like a really nice rifle. I noticed when you showed the package for the Warne rings that it was a medium height - did you consider may the high or extra-high rings? That might help give a little more clearance for the bolt from the scope... just a thought.
Dang, those are nice rings. Mine was advertised as having them but they weren't in the box. I got a pic rail that fit and I think it has more options. Two brands of subsonic 7.62x39 and a YHM Nitro 30 can. I have a 2x on mine which seems a better fit for subs.
The 527 American has rings included. They clamp to the dovetail milled into the receiver. I mounted a 2x7 Leupold and there are no clearance issues. The 2x7 is very balanced sizewise to this mini-mauser. The set trigger is awesome for sighting in but probably too light for field usage.
@WHO_TEE_WHO That's a shame. At least CZ had the design goal to make a rifle that shot cheap (at the time) steel case ammunition like it was match grade.
I've had a couple of boxes of Wolf Steel Case ammo in 7,62x54R, they were pretty accurate in both my Mosin, and my SVD. As long as the factory is consistent with the powder in regards to the amount, and the type there shouldn't be issues with accuracy.
I only use Warne rings and never had a problem, unfortunately CZ bolt handle are made similar to the older Mauser style and you need higher rings to clear the scope safely or get a good gunsmith to alter the bolt handle
Just picked me up that exact firearm 2 weeks ago, but it came with fiber optic sights. I was able to find a rail that slipped over the cz dovetails so I could use regular rings. That firearm is perfectly balanced for a polymer stock. It's also a thicker polymer, so you aren't getting as much flex as you will with say a savage axis. Put a barska 3x9 on it. Just waiting to get to the range now. Great video.
The biggest complaint I've heard about steel cased ammo is it's hard on extractors. And a suspicion about corrosive primers. CZ rifles in 7.62x39mm are claimed to CZ to be built with steel case ammunition in mind. Never had a problem yet. Set trigger vs unset trigger. Looking from here, the two groups are nearly the same size. I suggest the difference may be in the grouping ability of the ammo. Consider if one ran ten or so 5 shot groups on different days. One could 'average' the groups and likely have a better real life expectation of results than a single (each) group. That does get expensive.
Awesome bro I have the Ruger American Ranch in 7.62 x39 and I love it that one has killed a couple of buck a couple of hogs and Predator coyote and I'm very happy with my right keep up the good work bro
Hey, WhoTee! I finally found a 527 in 7.52x39mm at the Hamilton MT gun show. Been looking for 2 years! And I got a great price, $650/ scope rings and iron sights on WOOD.... woohoo!
Incredible trigger on this thing!!!
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I enjoy watching your shooting videos have you ever done any with 270wsm with Remington htp copper 140 gr bullets
i have the 527 in 223 and i love it, lightweight, like a .22lr to shoot! now i will order the CZ 557 Ranger, sadly it has only .308 cal. no 762x39, but it has a doublestock mag. with 10 round, the 527 has only 5round mag. have you ever tested the CZ557?? greets from Swiss
I sold my Ruger Ranch American 7.62x39 even with the mini thirty mags and kept the CZ 527. Also SKS’s are not trash at all with the box magazine and stripper clip you’ll never get a malfunction even one made in 50 years ago. Opposed to a brand new AR locking up over headspace issues, just saying. Great video!
Wich one is more accurate the ruger or the cz
CZ is really making some good stuff. Really digging that company and what they're doing
I'm now a CZ fan
@@WHOTEEWHO only takes one!
Looks like they may end up saving Colt too.
They are one of the few Nations that have a Constitutional Right to firearms ownership.
@@supertruckertom Actually that's not correct, that constitutional amendment wasn't fully passed yet, but we're working on it.
Great gun.i have the sa vz.58 cal.7.62×59.when i was in Czech Army.Greetings from Czech Republic ,small country that bought colt.)))))
Glad you like it. Ive never seen anyone go wrong with a CZ Rifle. I am a fan of them as well.
I have a 527 in 7.62x39 with the Beechwood stock. I get a lot of compliments on it at the range and it shoots 1/2 inch groups with Wolf 154gr soft points at 100 yards. One of my favorite rifles to shoot.
I want one of these cz 527, but a carbine, I want the iron sights and wood stock
Good luck with the new administration. I hope you get one.
Do it. Swap out to a peep rear sight with the factory fiber front and you'll be making hits out past 300 in no time.
I want one too
Good choice! I love mine. Iron sights but synthetic stock. The wood is nice, but the way I use guns it wouldn't look good for long! I can throw mine around and not worry about dings.
I met a gentleman back in Oct. at the gun range that had the carbine wood stock iron sights one. He had a scope on it and that thing was a tack driver at 100 yards with steel cased Wolf and Tula ammo. If I didn’t see it myself, I’d never of believed it.
I can definitely see myself owning one of these in 7.62 one day. I’ve read nothing but good things about everything these guys make, especially their one-of-a-kind upgraded Mauser-style actions w/ a simple, yet nostalgic look. The price range on almost every one of their products also speaks volumes as one will be shocked to learn that a rifle that normally would sell for $1.5K-$2K from Winchester, Remington, or Browning is practically the same quality one would get from this spec for almost half that amount, *SOMETIMES EVEN LESS!!!!!*. Now, when it comes to scopes, there are really only two options I would really recommend that work very well. Those 2 are IMO the Weaver “high-rings” w/ the tiny gap underneath for immediate access to both open sights and scope w/out throwing off your “zero-hold,* while the second option we have is the Weaver “old school style” side-scope mount (2 pieces) and actually my fav scope mounting option in general. Granted, I wouldn’t personally go around drilling side mount brackets/bases on every gun I own, especially the rare or more expensive ones, but at the end of the day, it does make for the most practical optic system one could think of!! I also believe that it compliments older style, antique-esque rifles (like this one was modelled after) very well and makes for a very deadly, bada** setup to add to any collection.
I have that CZ 527 in 7.62x39 inTurkish Walnut for about 3 years now and very happy I bought it. Beautiful rifle with very nice set trigger. Light, easy to carry and shoots cheap steel ammunitions accurately. I got it for a good price inside MCX and I’m waiting to get my next one chambered in 223. I still shoot it with iron sights until this video gave me an idea on what scope and rings to use. Thank You for this cool video. 👍🏽
Very nice rifle
CZ makes it e-z. Can't go wrong with one of their rifles. Good job.
I've used same ammunition in my 1950's Sks and my PSAK-47, got good results for what they are. But that CZ is dope. Thanks
My AR in x39 is my go to pig gun. Great pig Slayer.
I got a BCA in this cal, an I get 1in groups @ 100 yds, love it.
We killed 5 deer this year with that caliber...
@@tophat8190 I'm hopeing to do the same in the future, love the round, what brand of ammo were y'all using, Been looking for the S & B brass soft point, but can't find it right now.
@@williammccaslin8527 Tula 124gr SP works very well too but since March haven't found either one. Lucky I stocked up last year so I have plenty. Had this same thing happen back during the Obama BS so if I find a round that works I stock up when the getting is good.
@@williammccaslin8527 My AR is also A BCA in a side charger configuration because I run a scope and it's easier.
I have 3 CZ527 rifles in various calibres and i just love the CZ, and oh my do i know about the bolt that hits the scope ! i have used a dremel on my bolts (or fit higher mount which i dont like to do) and they are fine now, worst scope was the Vortex Viper PST 6-24 X 50 (wicked scope btw ! thank you amarica for making these, im in the uk) the trigger is amazing on the 527 and i have mine dialed in BUT i just cannot get away with the set trigger !(it just seems to go off by literally just touching it and i dont like ! i have mine set to a 2 stage and i love it) dont know why i shoot worse with the set trigger so i never use it yet a few mates who have used it swear they are the best thing since sliced bread ! each to there own i spose. Great channel btw keep em coming...
Say bud. You should tap the top and side of the scope rings with a screw driver handle or pocket tool after each adjustment. This allows the adjustment springs to settle prior to recoil. I had two competitive shooters tell me this years ago. This way you are not "in the rears" adjustment wise.
Have never really considered a bolt action in that caliber, but that CZ looks like a sweet shooter.
I love this CZ
That shoots quite well. I'm impressed. Thanks!
They make different bolt handles.
Change it out for the one that works best for you.
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Seems to me. They were hanging up on you as well. Or am I wrong.
You took the words out my mouth when he said the barrel heating up, I learned about that after seeing a kid run 30 rounds thru a ar and wondering why it wasn't zeroed in anymore. A old guy(ex-military) told him to let it cool down, he did and it was back to being a laser
This video is VEEERY INTA-RRESTING, that trigger mechanism is INGENIOUS!
Awesome video, I have been a fan of 7.62x39. Always had to defend its accuracy and always had to hear how steel case is gonna ruin my gun. I have the Cz and a Howa both are excellent shooters.
The round shoots better than most people assume
Great guns on most deer and hogs! The triggers are fantastic for a factory trigger. Just remember in set mode they are light and crisp! Very nice handling guns!
I shot a 6 point deer about 95 yards right above the front leg shoulder. Buck ran about 10-15 yards stood up and dropped with wolf 123 gr bullet. I love CZ 527 I also have a second go to rifle Savage Lightweight Storm chambered in .270 my two best buddy’s ever.
That's what I call an "All day long" group. Love it and ammo's cheap too
Absolutely. I like cheap
Hi from France, true, the Cz trigger is amazing . In Europe, especially in UK, pest hunters (fox close from farms) are foxing with 223 . Air rifles like Daystate .177 or .22 for rats, pigeons . 12 gauge for crows
Just to add my two cents, if you can take that bolt to a gunsmith and have it angled down a further five degrees, I think that would pretty much eliminate the tight clearance with the scope. Save you the trouble of having to source a different optic to suit the rifle.
Bought my 527M walnut stock carbine about five years back, after being on a waitlist almost a year. Mounted a Leupold 6X compact scope on it, and it is a great, light (6 lb) rig. Everyone who sees it wants one. After having it a while, I noticed that if you compare it to a Ruger 10-22 Deluxe Sporter, it has an uncanny resemblance. As noted, the trigger is just superb, as good as a target gun. I shoot the Golden Tiger ammo, and I am thinking I get a little under 2 MOA groups at 50 yds - but overall love the gun. Need to try some other types, but I have a bunch of the Golden Tiger, shoots well in my N-PAP. I consider the 7.62x39 round to be a great choice for availability and cost, and in many instances more effective than the .223. This handy little rifle is great looking, accurate and fairly powerful. Can easily take deer at 200 yds.
Ok I am really digging the rifle. I use that same ammo with my SKS.
I’ve been shopping for a new deer rifle, I see these and have wondered how well they perform! I don’t think any of my buddies have a CZ so good timing! 👍🏻
I love it
Nice to see you finally got a 7.62x39 bolt action. I'm still loving my Ruger American Ranch- only issues I have had with mine are due to using Promag mags in it- the Promag ruger mini 30 mags don't have the curve like a stock ruger mini 30 mag, so sometimes a couple of the top rounds are hard to chamber. I think they may wear in a little over time, and be better. Until then, I will just deal with it.
Dang it! Now your making me want a CZ! Great video
I bought one of these 527’s in 6.5 Grendel used a couple of years back with the walnut stock. It had a Vortex scope on it. The previous owner had put a 1/2” tall rail on it and higher rings on it. When you went to take aim you had to search for the scope, which takes longer to get on target. I’m sure they did this because of the bolt problem. I had to cut it off with a sawzaw blade, without the sawzaw. Couldn’t get the scope zeroed. They had tightened the rings so tight that it collapsed the scope. It had the original CZ mounts in the box with it. I sent the scope back and Vortex sent me a new one. But while waiting on the new scope, I installed a Burris that I had on my AR Grendel, used the original rings and corrected the problem. The bolt had 1/2” clearance between the scope now but was the correct height. It’s a wonderful rifle. I convinced that the owner sold it because it was all jacked up and someone at the gun shop suggested a high rise rings and a 1/2” base, then collapsed the scope so it couldn’t be sighted in. This rifle was new and I really enjoy it. I’m glad that whoever had it had screwed it up. It’s a tack driver and very sweet.
I got cases 15 years ago from Sportsman,s Guide of the steel case ammo for my SKS and can hit our gong every time at 300 yards ! The rounds I have seem to have some sort of varnish on the casing . Gong is 16 by 16 so I think for a 150 dollar gun it and the ammo work great !
@@John_Redcorn_ The ammo I bought was military surplus so that makes sense .
Dang, that's an awesome group for Wolf powder load. And, like Buffalo's CZ 22LR, DAMN GREAT RIFLES!
Never saw anything CZ that wasn't lights out!
I'm becoming a CZ fan
@@WHOTEEWHO
Rooski loads, get a bad rap because usually, there is spread in groups. It's more to variations in powder dispensing, than defective projectiles or other such gripes.
I have several PA-63's, shooting 9x18 Makarov. The other, a CZ 82 and out of all the pistols I've ever had, save for a S&W Model 66, with a very expensive trigger job, that CZ'S trigger is crisp, machined to an art, and it's a standard, I paid $179.00 at J&G years ago for it, with a half dozen PA-63's @ $99.00 each.
My point is, CZ don't make no junk, and I'll take an all steel military tool any day over plastic, but that's a preference for another day, just sayin...but, if you want to see similar CZ tight, go check Buffalo's bench tests at 100 yds., with that CZ 22LR! He's testing over the counter 22lr, and his groups are astounding.
Your rifle, is spitting pills with similar "ya gotta be kiddin me" groupings.
I watch all the well known bench loaders, and they'd be thrilled if their handloads could match that C'S performance.
TIGHT---IS RIGHT!
Great discovery on a rifle you'll be proud of for a long long time!
Savage 10 Scount 7.62x39. Love it, just had to change extractor to take surplus casings. DO NOT expect to hunt with it past 300 yards. I got it to 600 yards on steel... and it was tumbling!
I was lookin rounds this week. Found S&B 123gr soft points half the cost of 6.5G (which I was looking for). At 250 yards, it doesn't matter enough to change the scope.
Love my CZ527s!
It’s the bullet and the power constancy the casing holds it together.
We all got our different ways of tuning out scopes but my method is shoot at large target then where ever the bullet goes aim at that bullet hole and squeeze another round off then look where that round ends up on board then adjust accordingly and try another round or 4 to finely tune scopes in
I have a Howa 1500 mini action in 7.62x39 & out to 200 yards it's hitting dime size groups. I have killed 4 deer with it & 7.62x39 is a good Deer caliber!
What ammo are you using?
Earlier I had a hard time to see this video and now I can.
Man, you got me actually wanting a bolt action after watching this. That trigger is sexy and would save me some money on ammo versus my AK. Self moderation is hard when you got that 30 round banana. >.
I love this CZ
Buy 5-10rnd “hunting” mags they help me keep my ammo blasting under control lol 🤠
@@therealamerican99.76 wait you want LESS ammo blasting?
@@LIONTAMER3D cry’s in poor.
Great review! I have this rifle with walnut stock and a Bushnell Elite 3500 3-9 x 50. Even with cheapish ammo it’s very accurate.
I think CZ makes a bolt handle with different geometry to address the scope clearance issue 👍🏻
I love this CZ
CZ seem to have some great rifles
Have a Ruger American ranch in 762x39. Love it. Topped with vortex glass it nails golf balls at 100 all day. This CZ is a nice one too, I'd love to have one as well.
I love my CZ 527 in 762x39 shooting steel ammo. Shoots great.
I use S&B Soft points for my best shooting hunting rounds. 1/2 to 3/4 groups. Also push the back of the bolt hard with your thumb to mostly close the bolt then finish with the handle. Works best for me with a scope on my CZ. Killed two does with her last weekend, she is sweet !!!
That cz is on point. Impressive grouping for steel case wolf ammo.
I am now a CZ fan
Wolf ammo is good ammo russian ammo is the shit
That's a really good idea get a gun that you can get ammo for and it's not semi-automatic maybe you'll be able to keep it
The most common small arm cartridge on the planet.
You won’t be able to get ammo for it once sleepy joe bans imports, unless you want to pay out the ass for brass case American made ammo
With the bolt being high all old tyre Mausers are the same you just have too use higher scope rings I have a Mauser 264 win mag custom same thing
Great shot! Looks brand new! I noticed your bolt seems smooth and tight. Btw I heard if you Scotch Brite lightly the lips of your mag, that last round should also go in as the other ones did. Thanks for the video keep it up I love the 527 in turkish walnut it’s a real beauty 😌
I've use Tulammo for over 20 years and killed my Deer every year. 308 win my first hunting gun is mak10. Shoots perfect with 20 inch barale. Perfect rond for Deer..
CZ makes some sweet shooting guns. This is not a group I would expect with a caliber not know for accuracy and steel case to boot!
Super nice rifle
@@WHOTEEWHO I should also compliment your shooting. Accurate tools only work to their potential if the user has the skill👍
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Those were some great groups... That CZ is making you look good👍
My CZ 527 has the same rough feeding with the steel cased ammo but feeds brass cased Federal Fusion very smoothly.
The point is, it shoots sub 1 MOA using steel case surplus ammo lol
Cheap plinking hunting and protection. I use the 154gr steel cased soft points for hog hunting and they do great. Bought 1000 rounds of the stuff for $325 before all this madness started.
@Jeff Scuderi those were FMJ
The 154 grain steel cased soft points is what my CZ carbine uses to take down deer. I got lucky and bought 720 rounds at a garage sale for $50.00.
Cz 527 is fabulous. I love the set trigger. The euro safety is my only complaint.
Dang i love this gun - video no where near long enough for me but still thank you 💪🏻😎
Thanks for watching Jeremy
I've owned mine for a long time. Taken more deer with this rifle than with all my other rifles combined. It's terrific: accurate, fantastic trigger, light and handy. With SP ammo it will flatten white tail and coyotes with ease.
It’s 2:20am in Norfolk in the uk - loved the video.
The Ruger American Ranch in 7.62x39 is just as accurate. I couldn't find a CZ so I settled for that one.
I love mine too! Cheap fun!
Hopefully I will not have to settle. I have been looking for a CZ 527 for a year.
@@painmt651 I hear ya, but you wouldn't be hurting with the Ruger. Just missing some features.
I paid $500 for my SKS a couple years back, and in my state that was a "good" price... The Ruger American I got was $479, so if you can find any gun that shoots 7.62x39 for around that, it's worth buying just because, like you said, the price of 7.62x39 is still fairly normal...
Cannot get em anymore. I have looked. Last ruger I found was used for 800 😂😂😂
@@WHOTEEWHO Yeah I know, I spent a day looking for you, and only ones I saw were in canada for $800 and up
Yup.
I never tried a cz rifle or a gun in that caliber. But this tells me there's some to look at one day when things get a little more back to normal. I think I would look for the wood furniture but other then that it might be that model for that caliber. Who-tee-who
Yeah hard to find anything right now. The wood ones no where to be found. Everyone has literally bought everything
@@WHOTEEWHO yeah so I've seen. The last gun I could get my hands on way the 338 win-mag. I'm still waiting on the glass for it. And my ffl said he was shocked I got a rifle. Who-tee-who
Stop gun shopping on the internet. I saw 5 brand new CZ 527 carbines with wood stock in this caliber on the rack 2 weeks ago. Also one .223 which I bought.
@@monopolyshark good deal were ya at if its not to far from me id take a look. And thanks for letting me know.
@@tomjones7285 General Coin & Gun, in Eau Claire Wisconsin.
Bit throw versus 'Scope'. I first had a SIG brand scope with large objective dial. Looks similar to the one you have. Bolt would not clear the scope and after installing the scope I could not install the bolt. Gun shop accepted the SIG scope as return and sold me (with the return money) a Burris scope which does clear. :rimshot!: Lovely rifle and scope arrangement.
Put me down as in favor of the CZ company and the Model 527 in particular. Have to write a article on my blog about accuracy and steel case ammunition. Oh. Tula makes a 7.62x39mm round with a 154 grain bullet. Averages 2150 fps from my 527 carbine. Puts it in low end .30-30 Winchester category. Happy New Year!
I have a buddy that deer hunts with a CZ-7.62x39 bolt action.
Awesome
Been using Warne for decades and they are very very very good rings. Never needed more ring. Back when everyone was talking about Badger Ordinance, I figured I could find something just as good if not better for less. That was when I found Warne. My AR 10 has a Warne 1 piece QD scope mount with a Vortex in it. Awesome awesome scope mount.
I'm not super super familiar with CZ but you should be able to take the bolt apart and remove the bolt handle, heat it up and bend it further away to the right or down depending on how you're looking at it.
Do that or see if there is an aftermarket with a straight or curved down bolt handle. Or if you aren't comfortable bending it yourself, take it to Jeff Walley at I think Guns and Leather in Greenbriar.
Any of those will fix your bolt handle clearance issue.
"Lets see how close I am to the bullseye... Maybe I turned them the wrong way." 😂😂😂😂😂
Another great vid Whotee! That CZ is accurate!🤙
Thanks for watching George!
These are designed for .311 rounds so combloc steel case ammo/military loads are a great choice. Some of the north american brass loads may not be as accurate as they are loaded with a .308 bullet. Might try taller rings to clear the bolt handle better but you may need to add a cheek pad for proper cherk weld. Can never go wrong with cz. They're making a 22 pistol now I really want to check out
Cool video !! Nice shooting I just bought possibly the last new one of these in Australia
Nice groups! And a sweet little rifle! Need to check one out! I think even on the bench the spot well is critical for tight groups! They were tight! As a Marine in the 70's a combat sling used in all shooting positions? Off hand, kneeling, sitting and prone at 200, 300 and 500 yards rspid or full auto with the M-14 a tight combat sling allow the body to rock to the same position and spot well, if you had good dope on elevation and windage clicks were correct on your open sights! No scopes! Or else everyone would've shot expert! Thank you for the scuttle butt on the rifle! And the worlds most produced round 7.62 X 39!
Easiest way to sight-in, is to set the scope in the center of the target, fire on round, put the crosshairs back in the center and move the reticles until they are in the center of the bullet hole. Now you will be dead on. No figuring how many clicks left/right/up and down.
I was shocked at how well a $79.00 SKS shot and grouped with just open sites. That was back in the day when 7.62X39 was copper washed steel and about $90 for a thousand rounds. It was very affordable to go to the range and have several hours of fun. I wasn't expecting much for $79 bucks but it turned out to be a reliable gun at a real budget price. The Russian one's cost a little more and seemed a little more polished than the Chinese version but I haven't had any failures and they seem to still shoot as well as they did from new.
Who tee who, one of the best channels on RUclips, keep up the good work my man ,
Thank you so much. Appreciate you watching
I’ve seen you test both this rifle and the Ruger American. Both in 7.62 x 39 and my question to you is which of the two do you like better? Also in the Ruger American between the 556 /223 and 7.62 x 39 which are you liking better?
I have the 7.62 X 39 in the Ruger American, and the wooden stocked CZ 527 In .223. Yes, that trigger on the CZ is sweet. The .223 version also shoots 5.56 NATO . Love the videos.
What? I think CZ triggers are some of the worst on the market. Have you ever shot a rifle with a good trigger?
That CZ shoots dang good! Impressive accuracy. I like that trigger too. Pretty cool.
My friend has one and he loves it. That’s not over kill on that scope. Nice video WHO_TEE_WHO!
Awesome. Thanks for watching Martin!
try this sometime. with a good 2 point rest, if first shot is on paper, hold dead center of target, then carefully dial the crosshairs to the bullet hole, saves lots of shots,
I have this same rifle, bought it several years ago. Except it has a wooden stock. Brazilian walnut I think. GREAT rifle. The instructions say that the rifle may shoot steel cased surplus ammo more accurately than hunting ammo. CZ designed the rifle this way intentionally. It has something to with the shoulder and/or angle of steel versus brass. I believe there is also a slight difference in the size of 7.62 bullets. European bullets (.311) versus American (.308). Perfect mountain/scout rifle where shots are in wooded areas and usually less 150 yards. Even though the round is very effective to 225 yards. Very light rifle, kind of like a bolt action 30-30. I have a 2x7 scope on it, which is perfect for that terrain.
I love it
If I could only have one rifle, this would be it.
JS as a comp shooter this is CC you do what you like but I find that the Less you move between shoots the better your groupings but good video I love this rifle!
I’ve seen you test both this rifle and the Ruger American. Both in 7.62 x 39 and my question to you is which of the two do you like better?
Man that's a shooter.
Especially for cheap ammo.
I want one in the 6.5 Grendel.
I love it
Your bolt binds on the return back in. Classic CZ issue. Try pushing the bolt towards your cheek when doing the forward motion. You can also give the metal clip on the bolt a little extra bend. Works wonders.
Greats shooting WTW. Those CZ weapons are growing on me bro! Thanks for sharing!🤘🏽
Never rest your prop on your barrel bro ...when your sighting in
T_tv not one shot in this video was fired with the barrel sitting on the 'prop' . The stock was on it the whole time.
What the heck is a prop?
I have a prop on my bass boat 🤣
@@rowdybroomstick1216 i worded it wrong i meant rest your barrel on your bench or whatever you’re shooting off of
@@kparker4894 Yeah, it looked like the barrel was on the rest to me but I don't think it was, he knows better and I don't think he'd have gotten those groups.
Looks good catch you after work. Bet it a ton of fun to shoot. Thanks Who TeeWho
Smooth as a Cactus, must be something you learned on your Texas trip. Ha ha good stuff Who Tee Who. God bless
Yup! Texas!
Good shooting!! There is absolutely nothing wrong with a 7.62X39 caliber! It's a good general purpose hunting caliber and just a blast (so to speak...lol) to shoot!! I do see that there seems to be a little feeding issue where the bolt is catching a little bit during feeding. Otherwise it seems like a really nice rifle. I noticed when you showed the package for the Warne rings that it was a medium height - did you consider may the high or extra-high rings? That might help give a little more clearance for the bolt from the scope... just a thought.
Excellent shooting. I have 2 in 6.5 Grendel . Good black tail deer rifle.
Dang, those are nice rings. Mine was advertised as having them but they weren't in the box. I got a pic rail that fit and I think it has more options. Two brands of subsonic 7.62x39 and a YHM Nitro 30 can. I have a 2x on mine which seems a better fit for subs.
The 527 American has rings included. They clamp to the dovetail milled into the receiver. I mounted a 2x7 Leupold and there are no clearance issues. The 2x7 is very balanced sizewise to this mini-mauser. The set trigger is awesome for sighting in but probably too light for field usage.
Mine did not come with rings
@WHO_TEE_WHO That's a shame. At least CZ had the design goal to make a rifle that shot cheap (at the time) steel case ammunition like it was match grade.
I've had a couple of boxes of Wolf Steel Case ammo in 7,62x54R, they were pretty accurate in both my Mosin, and my SVD. As long as the factory is consistent with the powder in regards to the amount, and the type there shouldn't be issues with accuracy.
Need to get someone to loan you an SKS. They are pretty pricey now, almost $500, but 20 years ago they were around $100
Cz makes the ringed that solves the bolt two issue
Which did you like better the cz or Ruger American 7.62x39? I think that bolt being so close to the scope would drive be nuts
I only use Warne rings and never had a problem, unfortunately CZ bolt handle are made similar to the older Mauser style and you need higher rings to clear the scope safely or get a good gunsmith to alter the bolt handle
Just picked me up that exact firearm 2 weeks ago, but it came with fiber optic sights. I was able to find a rail that slipped over the cz dovetails so I could use regular rings. That firearm is perfectly balanced for a polymer stock. It's also a thicker polymer, so you aren't getting as much flex as you will with say a savage axis. Put a barska 3x9 on it. Just waiting to get to the range now. Great video.
I love this rifle! Awesome find
Lovely video.... I'm so new I don't even know what rings on a scope are, but I will find out. I have heard lots of good things about CZ.
The biggest complaint I've heard about steel cased ammo is it's hard on extractors. And a suspicion about corrosive primers. CZ rifles in 7.62x39mm are claimed to CZ to be built with steel case ammunition in mind. Never had a problem yet.
Set trigger vs unset trigger. Looking from here, the two groups are nearly the same size. I suggest the difference may be in the grouping ability of the ammo. Consider if one ran ten or so 5 shot groups on different days. One could 'average' the groups and likely have a better real life expectation of results than a single (each) group. That does get expensive.
Awesome bro I have the Ruger American Ranch in 7.62 x39 and I love it that one has killed a couple of buck a couple of hogs and Predator coyote and I'm very happy with my right keep up the good work bro
Glades armory makes a bolt that are awesome, and are definitely worth buying
Hey, WhoTee! I finally found a 527 in 7.52x39mm at the Hamilton MT gun show. Been looking for 2 years! And I got a great price, $650/ scope rings and iron sights on WOOD.... woohoo!
Good deal
Got me one back in 2017. Great shooting gun. Find myself grabb8ng it instead of the 30/30 anymore. Especially with the ammo problems
I love it!