Classic CZ Vz 50 Pistol from Century Arms Surplus Corner

By Graham Baates

YouTube personality, Graham Baates, gives us a video breakdown and review of the CZ Vz 50 from Century Arms.

U.S.A. – -(Ammoland.com)- My first firearm was a 1943 Izhevsk Mosin Nagant imported by Century Arms. I still have that old rifle and have Century Arms to blame for the affliction that now has me holding a 1962 CZ Vz 50. The TP9 series and introduction of 100% American-made AKs have grabbed Century Arms headlines lately, but they’re still dealing in the world of surplus firearms.

Why bother with a surplus firearm?

Pick a reason. They’re inexpensive, have historical value, are fun to shoot, and help you appreciate the evolution of firearm design. The Vz 50 from CZ is no exception. Lore has it that after World War II the Czech’s wanted a modern service pistol. The Vz 50 is a Blend of design cues from Walther and Makarov. Chambered in Browning’s .32 ACP (also known as 7.65 Browning), 8+1 capacity, safety and decocker, SA/DA trigger, and a loaded chamber indicator. Despite being decades old the features are actually quite modern. Some might say they rival the …Read the Rest

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