Well Guys - had the weekend to try her out. Shoots real nice, gotta get used to the set trigger - it's a lot lighter than I'm used to. I mounted a Simmons 8x32x44 I had laying around. So far (80 rounds factory Hornady) It's shooting 3/4 - 1 1/2 @ 100yd. I tried 32 V max, 40 Vmax and 45 SP. Really not alot of difference in the groups and I'm building brass for when I get the dies. (Suggestions? RCBS,Forster, Redding)
I'm a little disappointed in the groups, giving it a little time to break in, cleaning the barrel often, and getting used to the trigger. Looking forward to some hand loads. I might try some other brands this weekend just for comparison (and the brass). I know some of the problem is me - round stock tends to roll in my Caldwell rock.
I am comparing the CZ to my beloved Tikka 595 Whitetail Hunter in .223 with Leupold Var III 8.5x20 30mm AO. That gun is a shooter out of the box! Getting into handloads recently and it is even better! (1/2 -3/4)
Anyway, feel free to send along suggestions. I know the Simmons is a weak point and I am looking into a Weaver V16 w-1/8 MOA dot to do the 204 justice. Pending funds, I'll grab one of them unless someone has better value in quality scope.
I did float the barrel on the CZ - tip of the forend was tight so sanded a little to get it free. Only had 8 rounds left and it did seem a little better. Might try bedding action in the future if the groups don't tighten up but I've only done one bedding job so, I'm far from a pro at it.
So, that's where it stands now. Forgot to mention initial sighting in @ 50 yds put 3 touching - I was real impressed but moving out to 100 yds they opened up more than I hoped.
Jump in with ideas - I really want this beauty to perform (like the Tikka) cause they make a nice pair!
