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I bought this custom VZ24 on consignment, for the price of probably just what the barreled action cost. It is well put together, although the original owner apparently never shot it much. The recoil pad was not fully attached, and the magazine catch needed a stronger spring, as the rifle would self-unload in recoil. Both were easy fixes for a local gunsmith. The only load I've tried so far is the 270 grain Speer with a middle charge of H4895, I believe 54 grains, for a chronographed 2375 fps, in Hornady brass. Group is at 50 yards. Sights are a Redfield peep and a front NECGS brass/ivory bead. Barrel is a quality 26" heavy contour of unknown make. https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/galleries/14968593/vz24-m98-9-3x62
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How about a few more photos? Looks like a nice rifle.
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That's an amazing looking rifle. It's exactly like the one I planned to build before my bettee judgement made me look long and hard at the cost!
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Indeed. I too wouldn't mind seeing additional pics.
(By the way, that's a Lyman receiver sight not Redfield.)
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(By the way, that's a Lyman receiver sight not Redfield.)
Thanks for the correction, gnoahhh. Just out of curiosity, what model is it? I'll try to get some more pics up.
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Very nicely done. congrats.
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Dang man that a beautiful looking rifle great find man I’d love to see more pics!
Fantastic cartridge too... packs one heckofa punch.
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If u line 'em up, and use a monolithic, you can probably take out a dozen ANTIFA hippies or BLM Commies w/ one shot.
Use it in good health. Nice find on that one.
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