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One of my favorite upgrades this year was the addition of Tech Sights for the CZ 457. I have a CZ 457 Scout which has a 16″ barrel, and the rear sight mounted on the barrel. That gives it a sight radius of about 10 inches. Removing the rear sight completely, and installing a Tech … Read more
TandemKross recently released their Krossfire Ruger Mark IV Bolt for Mark IV and 22/45 pistols. It builds on their experience as providers of competition-ready aftermarket parts. They’ve taken all the internal bits that they’ve had for years, and stuffed them into a custom bolt. The result is a drop-in part which improves reliability and performance. … Read more
Volquartsen offers their Exact Edge Extractor and Holder as direct replacements for the factory CZ 457 extractor. They’re a quick and easy upgrade, or a fix for older rifles with some wear on these parts. For different reasons, I’ve put them in two of my CZ 457 rifles. One rifle was fairly new, and I … Read more
The Athlon HERAS SPR 15-60×56 BLR2 SFP MOA is a purpose-built precision scope with 60x magnification at the top end. This review covers its glass, tracking, fine second focal plane reticle, parallax adjustment, and real-world usability on a CZ 457. Athlon still lists this exact model as current, with an $874.99 MSRP. Most of my … Read more
In a world of magnified optics and compact red dots, the Skinner Peep Sight options stand out as an option unmatched by the latest technology. No batteries, no glass, and once adjusted, no moving parts. They’re low-profile, and made from steel or steel and brass. Most people can use them with or without corrective eye … Read more