I just received my new CZ 550 American Safari Magnum and I'm very impressed. I was debating between this gun and a Ruger African. They were pretty much the same price but I went with the CZ because the .375 H&H ammo is easier to find and cheaper to boot. I ordered the field grade and was pleasantly surprised a very nicely figured piece of Walnut. Even the gun shop was impressed. I don't think I would have received that from Ruger. The gun also came with dual cross bolts that have crosses on them instead of the spanner wrench looking ones I have seen in the past. The checkering was very good and the inletting was very good as well. The gun also came with rings which was also a suprise. I whish they were QD, but I'm not complaining. The action is probably not as smooth as a ruger, but with use I know it will slick up as most mausers do. Overall I very, very happy with this gun. Quality is every bit as good as the Ruger,larger magazine capacity, and probably better looking because of the beautiful walnut stock.
