Yes Nitro-X, as great as the CZ's are these days, I did.
But at almost double the price for the CZ 527 (thanks Winchester Aust), I figured the Howa was hard to beat.

Further to this and FYI, I have heard that CZ "may be" releasing a 527 model, with a conventional floor plate? I'm not sure is true and if so, which calibres it will be available in but that would be nice!!!

For an update on the progress of this Howa in 7.62x39, have another look at the original link, at the top of this page.

Avagreatweekendeh!
Homer