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CZ LONG ARMS => VZ-58 semi auto rifle => Topic started by: Wobbly on August 11, 2020, 04:24:41 PM
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Yesterday while cruising this forum, I got 2 or 3 layers deep into some of the Stickies. In one of several dozen links I followed, a young Canadian reviewer talked about an after-market VZ over-the-bolt cover rail for mounting optics. It seemed to clamp onto the milled receiver, 2 places each side, and didn't require any machining of the receiver. And because it was over the hood, was in a fairly natural physical position for RD mounting.
I tried to find it again today, but I couldn't. However, I don't actually think he said who made it or where to get one.
Anyone got a clue what I'm talking about or where to find one ?
Edit... Found it ! :
https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2016/10/21/history-modernization-vz58/
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Is it this thing?
https://zahal.org/product/vz-58-receiver-cover-optics-mount/
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Need to find the video again to be sure. Thought it had 4 attach points, but the one you link to is the closest looking by far. And that's exactly how it mounted.
Thank you.
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You're probably referencing the magwedge rail: https://www.magwedge.com/product/cz-858-tactical-rail/
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*Factory seconds right now @ $100: https://www.magwedge.com/product/cz-858-tactical-rail-factory-second-special/
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I just picked up one of the Magwedge rails. I've only been to the range once since installing it but it ran without issue. The only thing I don't care for about it is the rear capture pin. It feels like it's in there securely but I'm looking for a more low profile option to replace the pin with.
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There is another Zahal receiver mount, https://zahal.org/product/vz-58-receiver-cover-side-picatinny-rail-scope-mount/ (https://zahal.org/product/vz-58-receiver-cover-side-picatinny-rail-scope-mount/), which fits over the existing dust cover, offers tool free installation and an optional side rail.
If you buy directly from the manufacturer, https://www.rrarms.cz/customers-outside-of-czech-republic/dust-cover-pro/ (https://www.rrarms.cz/customers-outside-of-czech-republic/dust-cover-pro/), or another European reseller, https://polenartactical.com/shop/home/912-vz58-railed-dust-cover-pro.html#/258-type-no_side_rail (https://polenartactical.com/shop/home/912-vz58-railed-dust-cover-pro.html#/258-type-no_side_rail), you could save $100 or so.