Talk me out of a 457 Varmint
- Thread starter MtnCreek
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I have a 455 and 457, both have been amazing rifles. The only thing I would consider changing is the stock, because with any good size scope the cheek weld issue can arise. Both of mine are in the Manners and it is a hard combo to beat. The Boyd adjustable at one stock also has the adjustable cheek piece. Just a thought!
If it doesn't give trouble, that stock is one of the reasons I want that rifle. Based on looks, hope function is acceptable. Unless I do some moving around, I'll probably put a strap on cheek riser on the stock and mount a SWFA 5-25 scope. I'd rather a ~40 Obj scope, but that's what I have on hand.
Rifle will mostly be used for shooting rocks, walnuts, beer cans, crows and some paper.
Rifle will mostly be used for shooting rocks, walnuts, beer cans, crows and some paper.
I would go with what you like! I would try to mount the scope as low as possible and you should be okay. Worse case a cheek pad or riser. Wood stocks still look great to me!
I love my 457. Put a simple cheek pack on it to raise the height. This a great one for about $35. The pouch is great for the bolt, spare mags, etc.
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No. I have both. The magazines are better on the CZ and the 457 is a nice rifle for the money. Unless you're saving for a Vudoo, I'd say get a CZ… preferable a MTR.
Mine started out as a CZ 457 Varmint. Great gun for the price and you have the ability to upgrade as much as you want. You won’t be disappointed with it.
This was when it was a stock CZ Varmint.
But has morphed into what it is now.
This was when it was a stock CZ Varmint.
But has morphed into what it is now.
Yes. Wood stock varmint, 20”.
The CZ 457 is clearly too fine a rifle for the mouth-breather likes of you. If you require velcro to fasten your shoes as an adult, you shouldn't own this rifle. Stick to the window-lickers favorites and you should be fine.
Have I talked you out of it?
Seriously, the 457s are great rifles. I bought one less than a month after buying a 455. Still really like mine almost a year later. Good trigger, good accuracy, lots of available upgrades with more being developed. If you want it just get it.
I was thinking more along the lines of a Savage with as many DIY enhancements as you could muster
Honestly the 457 varmint with the new KRG Bravo (when they start shipping) is a pretty sweet rig. I have the VPT and am thinking about swapping out the Manners stock for the Bravo just because the Bravo has the adjustable comb. I have this really nice rifle and either need to spend just shy of $300 to have a KMW loggerhead installed, or I have to live with my mouth-breather DIY enhancement (see pic below). Really makes the Bravo an attractive option.
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If you need a stock pack, the old Eagle ones, tacops, or triad are all great.
Made in the US too. Always a good thing.
Made in the US too. Always a good thing.
I bought a 457 last month. Decided to go with 22WMR so when I put a high end 22lr bbl on it I'll also have still have option to swap back to 22WMR vs a useless 22lr bbl collecting dust/trying to sell. Already have some 22lr mags so just had to get the magwell spacer/pin. Best price I could find at the time was Dahlonega Armory but not sure if that's still the case.
I considered getting a 22mag or .17 and getting a good lr barrel made up, possibly the current group buy sendero profile. I'm wishing I would have now. I may get another chance. If my dad will actually shoot it, I'll probably end up giving this one to him after getting it set up.
