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NedKelly
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Brno 375
#22144 - 12/12/04 01:20 PM

Hello all. I have decided I would like to buy my first big bore rifle. I know of a Brno 602 in 375 for sale, its in excellent condition,or would I be better off buying the newer model ? Are there any improvements on the newer model ?
Thank you

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luv2safari
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22149 - 12/12/04 02:20 PM

I like the quality of the 602s. I like the single set triggers on the CZ550.

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ATHiker07
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22172 - 13/12/04 09:01 AM

Ned,
I have a brand new CZ550 in .375H&H in the top of my closet right now. But, the wife won't let he have it till Christmas...After that I'll let you know how it shoots.

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NedKelly
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22188 - 13/12/04 06:48 PM

Thanks guys.
ATHiker07 you poor bugger,how do you sleep at night, knowing your new toy is sitting in the closet, unfired !!!
Please correct me if I am wrong, I have only seen the new CZ model "safari magnum" I think its called here in Australia, is there a model called the "American safari" ?
I think I saw a picture of one somewhere, and it had a different shape stock to the "safari magnum". It looked better anyway. Is this correct ?

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ATHiker07
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22198 - 14/12/04 01:43 AM

Ned,
Yes, the new CZ 550 American Safari Magnum has a straight stock and is available in superior grade wood for about $300.00 more. Otherwise it's the same price as the original model. I went with the original just because it's so different from everything that's typically seen around here.

Here is the web site for the 550 American:

CZ 550 American Safari Magnum

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NedKelly
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22203 - 14/12/04 05:58 AM

Thanks mate. It looks pretty good, not sure if its available in Australia though.

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new_guy
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22208 - 14/12/04 07:23 AM

the safety direction is reversed on the two models... the 602 is "backwards" by US standards, i.e.: Push it forward for safe and pull it back for fire. The 602's are a little rougher in the overall finish as well.

if that will bother you, then better plan on adding an aftermarket safety or look at the 550s. My big-bore BRNO was meant to be a "beater" backup to my double, so i was more interested in saving a few hundred bucks in getting an older 602. a good price on a used 602 would be around $500.00 - much more than that and you can get close to buying a new 550.

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cr500
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: NedKelly]
#22392 - 19/12/04 12:00 PM

Does the 602 have the push button pop up peep sight? These are supposed to be more desirable. I would say if it has this peep site ,then get it ,then get a Wisner 3 position saftey fitted if you like later on.

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NedKelly
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Re: Brno 375 [Re: cr500]
#22396 - 19/12/04 01:50 PM

Thanks for the tips guys. I dont think it has the peep sight.
Was just reading an old thread on the forum about CZ bringing out the 550 model in 404 jeffrey. If I buy a new 550, I might step up from the 375 and get one of those if they arent to expensive, and if they are available in Australia. Are any companies making 404 ammo yet ?

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