SGC Group appointed as new UK distributors for Benelli and Franchi
SGC Group appointed as new UK distributors for Benelli and Franchi
As of today, the SGC group can officially announce it will serve as the new exclusive distributor for Benelli and Franchi products across the UK and Republic of Ireland, with the new agreement starting 1st January 2025.
CZ 600 American in 223
CZ 600 American in 223
.center { text-align: center; } By Chris Parkin CZ are now offering the 600 action with an `American` style ambidextrous walnut stock for hunters. The rifle is an intermediate weight at 3.2 kg with a 610mm/24” barrel (depending on calibre) producing all the velocity promised from factory ammunition. The barrel is cold hammer...
CZ 457 Varmint Synthetic in 17HMR
CZ 457 Varmint Synthetic in 17HMR
By Chris Parkin CZ’s latest rifle is the 457 Varmint synthetic which is destined to be a success with hunters. This streamlined rimfire is available in both 17 HMR (16”) and 22 Lr (16” & 20”) format and also compatible with any other CZ barrel kit. This cold hammer forged with a 1 in 9” twist rate for tiny 17 HMR bullets, it’s...
CZ 512 Tactical - Review
CZ 512 Tactical - Review
CZ 512 Tactical in 22 WMR By Chris Parkin I have reviewed the CZ 512 semi auto in 22 LR format a few years ago and found it a capable rifle if not specifically anything innovative or unique. When you swap that to a 22 WMR it all gets much more interesting, and I treated the gun with significantly greater excitement. The 512 is a simple...
The Best CZ 457 Variant? - Our Review of the CZ 457 MTR
The Best CZ 457 Variant? - Our Review of the CZ 457 MTR
.center { text-align: center; } By Chris Parkin Yet another great CZ 457 Variant... possibly the best given the weight and stability offered. CZ’s 457 Match Target Rifle or “MTR” has a great visual appeal for those wanting the latest mechanics yet still showing some of the classic looks in a material that will...
CZ 600 Range - Review
CZ 600 Range - Review
CZ 600 Range in 308 The CZ 600 Range immediately looked an exciting and adventurous rifle from this seemingly modest company from the instant I first saw one. It’s designed for shooters for whom precision is the priority and carries the most stringent accuracy guarantee of 3/4 M.O.A. (using match ammunition) within the entire 600...
CZ 457 Thumbhole Laminate 17 HMR
CZ 457 Thumbhole Laminate 17 HMR
CZ 457 Thumbhole Laminate 17 HMR By Chris Parkin It wasn’t so long ago that the laminate stock upgrade was a popular route in customising any action for which the correct inlet was available. CZ have set out with their rimfire to offer variants to suit the needs, stature and aesthetic preferences of most shooters and although fundamentally no...
Steyr Mannlicher SSG M1
Steyr Mannlicher SSG M1
By Chris Parkin Steyr’s SSG M1 has satisfied armed forces assessing its functionality and capability in accordance with their needs, so I’m merely reflecting personally on how it may apply to a civilian shooter’s desires and needs. The M1 shows a laterally ported muzzle brake capable of accepting an overfit moderator, tipping the barley...
How to Clean a Rimfire Rifle
How to Clean a Rimfire Rifle
How to clean a rimfire rifle Cleaning a rimfire rifle shows similarities to a centrefire but does have a few different factors to consider. First off, it is to make sure the gun is unloaded and remove the bolt. You can treat these stages separately but it’s best to start on the barrel first so it can be `soaking` whilst attending to the other...
Choosing your CZ 457
Choosing your CZ 457
Choosing your CZ 457 Choosing your first rimfire is often a very exciting task so it’s good to do the background research and think not only about calibre, but which rifle will suit your hunting and shooting requirements best. The 457 action was an immediate hit as it combined all of CZ’s traditional manufacturing ethos with...
Rifle Safety – How I treat my rifles and shooting in general
Rifle Safety – How I treat my rifles and shooting in general
Rifle Safety – How I treat my rifles and shooting in general By Chris Parkin You are only ever as safe as your next shot and gun safety has to be both ingrained within your psyche as a shooter, yet never taken for granted that `autopilot` will cover you in all circumstances. I tend to follow the same rules and procedures throughout my work...