CZ vz. 52 7.62x25mm Tokarev Roller-Locked Service Pistol - 1953 “K” Prefix, Matching Numbers, Custom Hardwood Grips
This Czech CZ vz. 52 stands out for its unique roller-locked short-recoil action, robust 7.62×25 mm chambering, and matching “K”-prefix serial numbers indicating 1953 production. Import-marked by INTRAC Arms and upgraded with hardwood grip panels, it offers collectors a distinctive Cold-War era sidearm in solid surplus condition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Finish displays areas of thinning that reveal bare metal along high edges and controls. Scattered handling marks are present on the frame and slide. Bore is bright and clean with sharp rifling.
What’s Included
- CZ vz. 52 pistol with installed hardwood grip panels
- Two 8-round factory steel magazines
- Spare original brown phenolic CZ 52 grip panels
The vz. 52 is one of the few post-WWII service pistols to employ a roller-locked mechanism, giving it notably strong lock-up for the high-velocity 7.62×25 mm Tokarev cartridge. This design sets it apart from contemporaries that relied on tilting-barrel systems.
Serial prefix “K” and matching slide/frame numbers indicate 1953 manufacture during the pistol’s primary production run for the Czechoslovak military. All visible numbers match, reinforcing its desirability to collectors seeking original sets.
Aftermarket two-piece hardwood grips replace the original phenolic panels for improved feel and aesthetics; the factory grips are included for those who prefer complete originality. The heel-release magazines, combined safety/decocker lever, and integral lanyard loop retain the pistol’s authentic military configuration.
The matte grey phosphate/Parkerized finish remains uniform, complementing the simple fixed sights and rear serrations. INTRAC Arms import markings confirm its lawful entry into the U.S. surplus market while preserving the remainder of the Czech military markings.