I love coming back and watching these older videos in your library, I've seen them before, but really enjoy going back and watching over them again. Fantastic content.

I love the old Sako's, but never knew that they made rifles under the Marlin brand name. I inherited an old L461 with a full-length Mannlicher stock that was re-chambered at some point from .222 to .223 Remington. Very sweet sub-3/4 MOA shooter (usually better if I do my part). I also have an old Sako L579 in 22-250 in the heavy barrel varmint configuration. Both rifles have that wonderful little slick action. Thanks again for putting out such great videos; one of the best channels on KZfaq! :-)

The Steyr was gorgeous; my wife loves her Steyr, that's for sure!

Great overview. Excellent info. Don't think there is anyone on KZfaq covering similar subjects as well or with the knowledge or experience. Much appreciated. :-)

Taking my CZ 527 deer hunting tomorrow. I see you really really like that Cooper!

Loved my Sako Vixen 17Rem. BTW PLEASE put a blanket on your bench! I wince hearing the clunks.

Have that same Cooper in 22 Hornet. They are indeed lovely little jewels. They shoot as well as they look. Nice video- thank you

" If you give it a little tip it will close by itself, but what does that mean? ". Well, let's see. To my mind that means that during manufacturing and design an enormous amount of attention and time were put into the engineering, machining, tolerance and quality control. It also means that much time was spent by real gunsmiths, not machines, in fit, finish, heat treat, tolerance verification and polishing by hand. There is no other way to achieve the type of smoothness of operation that your "L" model Styer exhibits than by adhering to these practices. The Vixen is a wonderful rifle and a fine example of the gunsmithing trade, a bit pricey when compared to the Remingtons, Winchesters and Brownings of the same era. But what you get from Sako ( and sock - o is the correct pronunciation) for that pricey cost is a beautifully built rifle that will easily stand the test of time to be handed down to your children's, children's, childern and still group better than your ability to shoot !!! The CZ's are the best kept secret in the firearms marketplace. Due to import restrictions during the Cold War here in the U.S they were not widely known, the CZ - 75 pistol being very much sought after, especially after Jeff Copper exalted it's abilities. But upon importation resuming it became known that for a very reasonable price a high quality, old word produced, attractive, very functional, feature loaded and accurate firearm could be had that in rifle format covered everything in style from European to American style and in usage from target to plinking to hunting to the most dangerous of African game. The Czechs proved without a doubt that they could make damn good firearms. The Marlin is a hidden gem, that was not promoted properly. Built on the Sako action, most were unaware that Marlin was selling a very high quality rifle, as most thinking was that if it wasn't a lever action rifle Marlin was selling they would pass. Harrington Richardson did the same with a number of excellent rifles, an 1873 Trapdoor Springfield and a high power centerfire autoloader were some. Browning did so with Belgian made 98 Mauser actions, as did Weatherby. Marlin and Mossberg both have tried to jump into the centerfire bolt arena a few times, but with little in the way of sales and success. Until the Mossberg Patriot series came out. A few years ago Marlin came out with a MS -7 and ML - 7. A short and long action repeating bolt gun. Reasonably priced these were outstanding achievements and excellent rifles, although, again poorly promoted. A synthetic stocked long action version in.270 Winchester I shot was a 1/2 MOA gem. Marlin's design team took a great approach in coming up with the concept, " let's incorporate the best features of tried and true guns already on the market". The barrel is 100% Savage in its attachment to the receiver. The safety is Remington 700, the trigger/fire control is Savage 110, the bolt body and bolt head are reminiscent of Mauser, but the plunger ejector is definitely Remington 700 as are the extractor. Bolt release is a Savage 110 method. Bolt travel was smooth and non binding useung a raceway system similar to Ruger M-77 and Remington 700. Cost was kept low by using a blind magazine, so no bottom metal, and the trigger guard is integral and synthetic. There are no sling attachment points, finish is a generic blue.

I’m slowly building my CZ collection. My 527’s are in 22 Hornet and 222. I have to start buying their shotguns. I think the smallest actions I have are the Winchester light and heavy 223 SSM’s. The first “high power” 22 I shot squirrels at longer range with was a 218 Bee. I have a couple and like them.

i really enjoy your channel.

Absolutely beautiful rifles‼️ 😍😍😍😍

Another great video. 527 is on my “to get” list soon. Seeing the other rifles were a great comparison.

Subscribed - excellent, informative video. Thanks!

Just got myself a CZ 527 in 7.62. love that Steyr, just gorgeous and in 22-250 to boot. Was at a local finally last week and they showed me a Mauser hunting rifle in .243. just absolutely top notch everything. While I could appreciate the rifle the $3500 price tag was too rich for me. I like to take my rifles out in the woods and shoot them. I would leave that rifle in the safe. But it's nice to handle and appreciate a well made rifle and the skill that went into it's creation.

I have a Sako Vixen/ Marlin in 222 beautiful and accurate.

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I like the Coopers as well. They’re made in Montana but I think they started elsewhere and moved here later. Two other companies that moved to Montana from back east are the Shiloh and Sharps companies. They were together at one time but have separated and are just a couple blocks apart in Big Timber. I’ve toured both places and they make extraordinary black powder cartridge rifles. Shiloh, I think, made the Quigley rifle.

If you keep the trigger pulled the Model L will fully close the bolt when tipped barrel down. They are really nice. Triggers were set at 3 ounces from the factory on the double set rifles if memory serves. You really had to impress this fact of anyone shooting one for the first time.

Very good

I was looking at a brand new Model 70 Featherweight the other day. It had an amazing trigger, but I’m uncertain of a lightweight gun as I have recoil concerns. It’s much nicer to carry a lightweight rifle, but I’m guessing the the recoil might be severe. That said, I’ve never shot one. My Browning Safari in .308 Norma Mag is a beautiful gun, but I never much enjoy the recoil. I can’t imagine it as a featherweight. This is my favourite channel. Very informative. Thank you

Looking forward to the video on aperture sights.

love my 527, scope mounting is an issue thou because the bolt throw is so high now they sell bolts that are milled out a bit to better clear scopes

My daughter-in-law has a Christensen Arms rifle with a carbon fiber wrapped barrel. I’d swear, sans scope, it doesn’t weigh much more than my28 gauge skeet gun. It has a great muzzle brake and she’s a small gal and can handle it very well. She’s out elk hunting with it right now.

i have a x-bolt in .223 rem that has a super short action :D love it

Kimber of Oregon Model 84 are nice!

Great video! Love your old guns. Very nice. Where can i get some rails for my tikka m65?

5:13 doesn't the range of the boltlift depend on the amount and radial distribution of the bolt lugs rather than if the lugs are in front or the back of the bolt? like for a 2 lug system you need aprox a 90° boltlift to open but with a 3 lug design 60° and a 4 lug design 45°?

The Winchester model 70 in 223 SSM was made in light weight and heavy. This specific action is the shortest ever built for light weight. Both barrels have a 1 in 10 twist. Combined with the velocity they can stabilize up to a 70 grain bullet. It was not popular due to ammunition expense, but can beat the mighty 220 Swift for velocity.

I have a Sako 85xs in .223 I have been toying with buying a L461 action and getting it chambered in .20 practical or .20 Vartarg.

I like the 218 Bee also. (Never had one). It is a fascinating cartridge. Do you shoot yours very much?

Cz used to make the lux in 243 and 22-250 but they stopped and noe the make 223 i WISH they make them again ,the cz lux is Beutiful

Nice Video, I enjoyed it thuroughly. Very fine rifle collection, you make me very envious. My name is Cody Hill, you can say it haha, I'm looking forward to the video on iron sights. Thanks again. If possible include a Tang sight, but a guy can only wish. I'll take whatever you can get. Your videos are more detailed on the finer things, that's what we all enjoy. A+ as always. I have joined you on patreon and give what I can. You deserve it USOG

I love a good bolt action rifle in 223 Remington

i got the cz carbine in 7.62 and also the full stock in .223...theyre such cool rifles, nearly like them as much as my sauer 404 elegance, but the sauers price forbids me liking them equally...

I own an Interarms "mini Mauser" in .223. Amazing small action bolt action rifle.

Nice video once again. What drove you to collect guns and what was the first one (and do you still own it?)

Thanks for the great video and thanks for the advice about the R8 I just ordered one today and hopefully it arrives in couple months and I just wanted your opinion on what is the best scope I put on her is the best for long range (500-700 metres). Have a great weekend and thanks again for your great videos

i wish the make them in 22-250 cz lux ,i got one in 223 the look and wood is Beutiful

Please could you do a video on side by side shotguns cheap but great in accuracy and maintenance or best of the best?

Always wanted a 527 but I think I missed the boat, they are discontinued now and out of stock everywhere. Bad timing too, they discontinued them the same year I became old enough to buy guns in my country. Having to look for other alternatives now.

Any thing over 7 pounds is heavy. Keeping it under 7 is a nice light weight rifle.

Viewers I ask your forgiveness for this question. When I see what appears to be a fixed rear sight, like on the CZ in this video and on pictures of Husqvarna 1600 rifles, can they be adjusted for elevation? Thank you for your forbearance and information. Finally, does the CZ have a set trigger? Take care everyone.

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I have the Howa Mini Action and while it’s been accurate I personally think that Howa cut too many corners with the overuse of flimsy plastic on the trigger guard and mag release areas. The CZ just impressed with the old world wood & steel . The Howa Mini is an excellent foundation to build upon but the CZ already has everything right out of the box. Of course that’s just my useless opinion. I really like the Cooper rifles though I could never understand the founder’s support of anti- 2nd Amendment politicians.

When you call CZ, they call their company CZ - CeeZee...

Marlin's micro groove rifling is junk in this 222. I personally have seen 3 of these rifles with burned out throats, yet all rifles looked pristine otherwise.

USOG, I don’t think you fully appreciate what you have with that Cooper. A medium barrel in 218 Bee is a perfect prairie dog and ground squirrel gun. 218 is vastly underrated and much better than the Hornet.

CZ's warranty is worthless!

Detachable magazine on a hunting rifle= stupid. Great quality, dumb idea.

Steyr are stunningly years ago I had a chance of buying one at a local Guns show and I was an idiot and passed it up I think back then it was about $1200 I was dumb