CZ 527 M Carbine .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle — Micro-Length Mauser Action, 18.5 in Hammer-Forged Barrel, Walnut Stock, Open Sights
This CZ 527 M Carbine in .223 Rem pairs a micro-length Mauser-pattern action with an 18.5-inch hammer-forged barrel, open sights, and a classic walnut stock. It features controlled-round feed, a single-set trigger, and integral 16 mm dovetail bases on a blued carbon-steel receiver. The package includes the original box, manual, a dated factory test target, and a detachable steel magazine. The CZ 527 series was discontinued in 2021, and this example is supported by a 2012 factory test target.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The walnut stock shows only minor handling marks. The blued finish is even with only very light blemishes. The bolt runs smoothly and the action cycles cleanly.
What's Included
- Original CZ factory box with matching end label
- CZ 527 instruction manual
- CZ factory test target matching serial, dated 10-05-2012
- Detachable steel box magazine for CZ 527 (.223 Rem.), 5-round
The M Carbine configuration centers on an 18.5-inch, light-profile, hammer-forged carbon-steel barrel paired with open sights. A hooded front blade and open rear sight provide a clean, practical sight picture. The blued finish on the barrel and receiver complements the rifle’s traditional styling.
Built on a micro-length Mauser-pattern action, this CZ 527 uses controlled-round feed with a fixed ejector for consistent cycling. It incorporates a two-position safety and a single-set trigger that allows a refined break when desired. Feeding is from a detachable 5-round steel box magazine for a 5+1 overall capacity.
The receiver is machined with integral 16 mm dovetail scope bases, providing built-in mounting interfaces. The carbon-steel receiver and bolt deliver a solid, precise feel in a compact footprint tailored to the .223 Rem cartridge.
The walnut stock features a straight comb, cut checkering, a checkered pistol grip, a rubber buttpad, and sling swivel studs. Length of pull is 14.0 inches, giving a classic sporting fit.
Proof and import markings read CZ-USA, Kansas City, KS, and Made in Czech Republic. The factory test target is dated 10-05-2012 and matches the rifle’s serial, supporting 2012 production/proof. The CZ 527 series was discontinued in 2021, adding context for buyers who value this platform’s feature set.