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I am looking to purchase a rifle to take to Africa in 2007. Having read as much as possible on the subject of rifles, it seems that the CZ 550 is a dependable, reasonably priced rifle. I understand that the problem with the stock splitting has been addressed in the new models by the addition of a pin. Also the action can be smoothed bya gunsmith. Any suggestions or comments on the CZ 550 ? | ||
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I really like the CZ big bores and I think they are well thought of. I have my eye on a CZ 550 Safari in 375 H&H. Hhmmmmmmmmm. There is a space left in the gun safe Jim "Bwana Umfundi" NRA | |||
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I am a contented cz 550 safari owner and I like there products. If you geta .416 get it bedded and have 1 or 2 crossbolts added. I am getting a second cz .416 and it is the American stocked model. I will not shoot it until it's bedded etc. However if I hate the wood I will shoot it and hopefully it will crack and I might get a nicer piece of timber under warranty Also get your smith to check the feeding and smooth the action if you want. IMHO there agreat base for a big game gun and have many good features for there price. I love the .416 Rigby calibre as well it's my favourite. | |||
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CTurk3, for you or anyone else interested, and located in N. California, I was in a shop this week in Sacramento and they had a CZ 416 Rigby marked down to $750 or so. This is more than $100 off the regular retail, something you don't often see on the big bores. It was tempting, but I've had my 375 for less than a year, and no new trips planned, yet! Brian | |||
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Cturk3, I have a CZ american in .416R on order. I agree that there is some work required after purchase, but should provide an excellent rifle. good luck! | |||
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I have a CZ550 375 that has taken two buffalo, 7 species of plains game, a bunch of wild hogs in Georgia and it has remained a reliable accurate rifle. | |||
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Is your 550 the "American" or the "safari" model? Jim "Bwana Umfundi" NRA | |||
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My CZ 416 Rigby drove me mad with pushfeeding problems despite trips to two reputable gunsmiths. After minimal work my Ruger is flawless and I was very confident with it against ele and buff last year. Charlie. | |||
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I'm leaning toward the American Safari model, while my oldest son thinks the "other" model is a better choice. Any comments? | |||
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I have just gotton asecond cz .416 and could not get the lux model so had to settle for the safari.........have not handled it yet so can't comment but I would say I am fond of the lux but each person may differ. If you have access to both I reckon go and feel which one suits you best. My other cz's are lux models...........I like there slim feel at the forend. | |||
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