CZ 457 vs Ruger American 22WMR (head to head accuracy test)
Вставка
- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- To get yourself Ozzie Reviews gun bags, go to: www.ozziereviews.com.au/shop
To make a donation to us, go to: www.patreon.com/ozziereviews
The CZ 457 vs the Ruger American both in 22 magnum, we put the accuracy to the test in real conditions and as you can see in this review, both are great rifles. Which do you prefer and why? Comment below!
CZ 455 CZ 452 CZ 512 CZ 515 Anschutz 1710 Anschutz 1761 Ruger American Rimfire Tikka T1x Lithgow LA101 Lapua SK Eley Match Competition CCI Federal Hornady Remington
Check out our review of the CZ457 22WMR here: ua-cam.com/video/TXoopGz0yrk/v-deo.html
Check out our review of the Ruger American 22WMR here: ua-cam.com/video/dWlruFH0v1k/v-deo.html
PLEASE CHECK YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO ME AS UA-cam ARE UNSUBSCRIBING PEOPLE WITHOUT THEIR PERMISSION - PLEASE ENABLE THE BELL ICON!
Don't hiJack somebody else's feed !!!!!!
Loving the 22WMR content mate, such a great round.
Thanks mate, I agree, I love the 22WMR, a wide range of ammo 30-50gr, relatively low noise and within a lot of closer hunting distances I find it ideal for taking foxes, rabbits, dogs and even pigs!
Another great Ozzie Gun Review completed👍. You won’t go wrong with either of these awesome 22 Magnum rifles.
Great review! I went with the Savage 93 with the thick stainless steel barrel and synthetic stock. I love the .22 magnum cartridge!
As a fan of both CZ and Ruger rifles, I agree each has it's pluses and each its minuses. I just bought a CZ 457 American in 22 WMR as my second CZ. A CZ 452 American in 22 LR that I bought years ago was my first. I also have two different Rugers. Each of my CZs and Rugers is well worth the cost.
Ozzie i bought the CZ after your review a few years ago and matched with the RWS ammo that you recommended, never looked back, in pristine conditions @50 yards it groups better than half an inch. I was thinking the other day with all these caliber's out there no one has ever done a video on what is the best for ranges at 50, 100, 150, 200 for small game. Mate you are looking great and you definitely got your bounce back thank you for all you do.
The Ruger does the same! They are both my #1 22 WMR rifles!
Great head to head challenge Ozzie. I have the CZ 457 and the RAR, both in 22LR. My real world results are about the same as yours. Shooting at 50 yards the CZ consistently out noses the RAR. Both rifles consistently shoot around a half inch at 50 yards.
Given the RAR was half the price of the CZ, not bad...but you can't beat the feel and look of the CZ. Best results were with Norma Tac-22. Both are keepers.
Glad to see you are back. Keep these great reviews coming!
Thanks Ray, yep I agree, both have their advantages
How much difference does the choice of ammo make for your RAR 22LR? I haven't found anything that beats an inch at 50 yards in mine. CCI Standard Velocity is about the best so far, Norma TAC 22 is close. I haven't tried any 'real' target rounds.
I love my Rugar American, but yea, that walnut on that CZ is beautiful.
Loved the practical test, good to see you up and about.
Thanks John, good to be upright again
Great to have you back. Nice review, I have the same Ruger, it's great fun, but vfm, you can't beat CZ, especially in rimfires.
Yeah true, the CZ has been dominating the rimfire rifle scene for many years now in terms of price vs accuracy overall
Often changing ammo will improve your groups its surprising how that makes a difference.
I have a 457 Premium, which I bought mainly because of the better iron sights and very nice Walnut. Plus the price of the Rugers has come up over the years so is not as good value for money as it once was.
I’ve got the ruger compact and the 457 American and I love both also definitely both great guns but I always grab the cz when I need a magnum , great vid keep up the good work Ozzie
CZ is the winner. I love Ruger's older 77/22 lineup the best. Especially the 77/17 and 22 Hornet. But alsas, i don't believe Ruger is making them anymore.
This surprised me...thought CZ would do better and surprised that the Ruger did so well.
Nice review, I have similar opinions and also bought a couple of each in both .22LR & WMR. They’re both good rifles and it’d be difficult to say that one is better than the other.
Hence why I bought both :)
I was surprised, to
say the least, that ' the competition' was as close as it turned out to be. When I saw the two rifles that you were using Ozzie, I said to myself, " now here's a fun thing to do, the CZ will make the Ruger look awful", ( again ) wasn't i surprised! Actually I was pleased too, and now I might just order a Ruger American in .22 WMR too. I do have a CZ but it is the slightly older 455 in .22WMR.
I enjoy shooting with rimfire and especially bolt action rifles.
Thanks for this one Ozzie, it was very entertaining, and for me, educational.
Thanks Reg, I think Ruger has come a long way now in combination with better 22WMR ammo, they are actually really good for the price
At the timeI purchased my Ruger American, price was a big factor. In the several years I have owned it, it has always performed well. Having said that, I prefer the aesthetic of the CZ. I reckonnforthe price the Ruger is very hard to beat.
@@bruiser6479 That a fair way to describe my thoughts on the 'American too.
Love my CZ 452FS and new 457LUX in 22 mag. But my first rifle was a 10/22 my brother gave to me. It has a homemade peep sight that's just a bent piece of painted metal screwed to the receiver. My eyes aren't getting better but I can still nail a 3" target offhand from 50yds everytime with that peep. I was surprised to see the Ruger do so well. My CZ's are very good at making 1 hole groups.
Nice and thanks. I am buying the CZ but the Ruger is pretty go as well.
i have the cz 457 scout in 22lr and later bought the 22 mag barrel they both perform well but before i bought a stainless ruger american 22mag its also a shooter,i do wish it had the open sights but its all my local gun shop had.thanks for video
Love my 22 CZ doesn't matter what brand ammo i put through. Always sub moa. It just works
I just a CZ 457 with a bull barrel and am more than just pleased, it’s a tack driver. Enjoy your reviews
Great comparison, you always do a great job! Glad to see you doing well and glad to see you making reviews again. Love my Ruger American and CZ 457. I would be hard pressed to choose which I like better.
Yup I agree
I'd go with the CZ because I love wooden stocks but really I would be happy with either.
I just bought a CZ457 22lr in synthetic yesterday and I'm really liking the CZ synthetic stock
Great review Ozzie and great to have you back mate. I have the Ruger American 22 mag with 16” barrel, lovely rifle, haven’t shot the CZ but the Ruger wont disappoint anyone considering a 22 magnum. Cheers 👍👍
I have the Ruger American in stainless 22WMR, it's an absolute tack driver at 50 & 100, I installed a Timney trigger in mine because I don't like that blade hitting my finger.
My Ruger loves Federal Premium Speer TNT 30 gr ammo the best.
Nice to see someone likes the 22mag as much as me. have to say I like cz have one in 22lr amazing. Nothing wrong with Ruger as well still good rifle.
Love your reviews keep them coming
You're right. UA-cam did remove my subscription. SOBs! Anyway, I'm back on board my good man. This is another great video. Glad to see you back on deck again. I know people love their CZ's, but Ruger can do it for less money and with better magazine options. So thanks for this. Keep up the good work. :)
Im a CZ fan. Have 4 of them. Like you I love the finish and the feel of the rifles and the accuracy
I’ve found my Ruger American target 22WMR laminate to be superb with the Federal 50g, I like to use just one load and the KISS principle 😎
It’s heavy for a Rimfire and matches my centerfires for weight, the way I like it and find practical 👍
That 50g has some real punch for a Rimfire and chronographs fairly consistently to prove 🤟
Another advantage to the Ruger is you have iron sights as well. Both nice rifles. I have an RAR in .22 lrand it shoots well.
G'day Ozzie, Good to see you back. Real world review thank you. I have the 457 (22LR) with the same scope you have. I love it. Accurate, never missed a beat and most of all. Such a handsome rifle with the walnut stock.
Great little video Ozziereviews, It seems they are both pretty good rifles and either would be a good buy. I would have to go to the CZ, I just like the timber stocks. By the way good to see you back making shows.
I just subscribed because i thought you did an honest evaluation. Being honest is a big deal for me.
Great to see/view you Ozzie.
So glad your back.
Thanks Andy
I like your "form" at the bench. It's as good or better than most. I've been a .22 mag fan since the 60s when I had a Savage 24 .22 mag/20 ga. Crappy firearm but I loved the cartridge and have owned several Marlins chambered for the mag.
Ruger 77 for me. Have taken quite a lot of hares and ram's with mine and just loves the 40gr Winchester jhp's.
And second the rotary mags too, perfect for pest hunting.
I'm presently looking for a 22WMR. Both rifles were exceptional. I do like the wood stock on the CZ. I'll check prices and begin the process
Don't forget the magazines for the CZ are interchangeable with Lithgow magazine. I have the CZ in .17hrm and a Lithgow in .22wmr and can happily swap mags.
Ozzie what the hell are we going to do here in Western Australia! Talks of restrictions limiting licenced firearms owners to 5 firearms. First it was a reduction in calibres, now limiting numbers.. next will be removing licences. It's going to spread east, absolutely ridiculous for a country with basically no gun crime
It’s looks like a dictatorship over in the West to me.
Pscyc tests....
Cannot buy property letters...as 10 guns to a farm/station
10 guns on a club licence...
Oh yeah its going to get real..so find your gun mate that voted Labor and slap him for me!!
Can't have "15 minute cities" and ONLY digital currency, if there are people in a position to 'object'.
liamofaolian where are you hearing about the 5 firearm limit in WA. Rumours only or has something official been released?
Bloody Lefty cry baby governments. Only their Stasi can have firearms!
The CZ is my personal favourite. Thank you for providing this test. I would be interested to see how the Savage 93 in .22 wmr would compare to the CZ.
Cheers from Canada.
Great video as usual. I prefering Ruger for hunting because ist little ligher, have syntetic stock wich is very practical at rainy days and is more than acurate enough for small game hunting, and last but not mean least Ruger have lower bolt angle which mean you can operate it faster and easier without losing target sight. On other hand CZ is winner for shooting range competitions.
I've got the CZ457 Classic, loving it. 🇮🇪
Good review. Both nice rifles. Was thinking of getting a CZ semi-auto in 22 mag but they seem to be hard to come by. My old Marlin model 883SS 22 mag shooting CCI total metal jacket loads outshoots both of your review rifles and has taken it's fair share of wild hogs. Guess I'll just stick with it.
I had the same gun .shoot 1inch groups at 100 yards all day long ! Huge 22 mag fan .
Great video Oz
Hey Ozziereviews, I bought a .22 MAG Ruger American after watching your content. Awesome rifle for the price and I'm super happy, I think next will be a lever gun in a pistol round like a .357
Thanks for the video. Just got done watching a video on barrel length for .22 rifles. for max accuracy you want a barrel between 22" to 24" and this guy sets up rifles and was shooting all shots touching at 100 yards 5 shot groups. You can also buy barrels for the CZ at a good price and they are very easy to change, I would like to see what would happen if you went from the 20" to the 24.8" barrel on the CZ . I have been shooting mostly Savage rifles my favorite is the Savage Mark II TR with the 21" barre., getting 3/8" groups at 35 yards, but will be setting up my range at 50 yards. Looking at getting the CZ American .22 lr with the 24.8" barrel, like the idea of being able to use a .22 lr or .22 mag or .17 hmr. barrel on the same rifle. At 76 years old dough I will be shooting much over 100 yards. Also recovering from a mild stroke so will be shooting off a bench. again thanks for the video, like most of your videos.
My American outshoots my cz in 22WMR. The American shot its first six shot group at 100 yards that measured .323” using hornady vmax ammo. It also shot a six shot group at .698” with Winchester 2250 fps varmint ammo . These were the first 12 shots after after a four shot sight in. I did lighten the trigger to about a 1 1/4 pounds. The CZ shoots over MOA . Figured a got lucky and bought a shooter but my buddy who's a gunsmith has the same 22" 22 wmr American and it shoots just as tight as mine. Good cheap guns. I paid $199 on sale at Cabela’s for it.
I find it interesting that the drop at 100 yards was significantly less for the Ruger American. I like the aesthetics of the CZ. The Ruger is much more bang for the buck.
Very good video answers all my questions, except the difference in the 24in. Barrel compared to the 20in..
The way to measure groups is to measure outside of one hole to the outside of tge opposite hole then subtract one bullet hole diameter from that.
I recently bought a CZ457 Varmint in 22WMR. I'm really glad I got the Varmint model over the standard. I found the heavy barrel to be a bit more accurate and I can get more shots in before the barrel gets too hot, and the accuracy falls off. The fit and finish is very good and the quality of the walnut stock is beautiful.
When I find one I'm going to buy it. Love the walnut stock.
My CZ457 has never let me down and is my go to for rabbits and foxes. If I shoot subsonics I can easily get under an inch at 100
I haven't shot my CZ457 out to 100 I should do a test. I don't shoot subsonic with hunting. Mine likes the cci minimag. Got some stingers for fun.
Which model rifle are you using and what is your preferred ammo?
@@davidbrayshaw3529 well i use the CZ 457 i think its a varmit it has the 20 1/2 inch barrel. I use SK standard for most of my shooting an my gun likes the minimag cci
@@stephenbachman132 The varmint has the 20.5" bull barrel. I've got one, too. From memory SK standards didn't perform that well out of it, but my testing regime left a lot to be desired. Fortunately, mine is a cheap drunk and does well with CCI standards and surprisingly, Winchester sub sonics.
The rifle came with an impressive test target on which RWS had been used. At great expense, I gave a couple of boxes a go but with no success.
Thanks for your reply.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 no worries
It's the CZ for the win! Don't forget you can also change calibers at home using a cheap and easy barrel kit from CZ. Such a great gun. Wish we could use the Ruger mags with the CZ, that would make it truly unbeatable.
Thanks for the very good video, would like you to add the Savage .22 magnum in there. I mostly shoot 40 yards but did take it out to 50 yards once and grouped very good, but was some wind blowing, Just waiting for some good weather to get out and do some more with them Have the standard barrel in black and the heavy barrel in stainless. Again thanks for the video love it when I see five, five shot groups.
I would lean towards the CZ, but for a truly rugged working gun in all conditions the Ruger would be my choice.
I just bought a CZ 457 synthetic yesterday and I have to say I'm liking the look of it
@@ozziereviews Yeah the synthetic CZ is the way to go, wood is pretty but you can't be the stability of a synthetic stock👍
I would just like to add to the "tech overlord decided to curate my subs" subject. Comments that you make that hurt the overlord's fee fees certainly do make a difference. I absolutely support you voicing opinions of any kind, just word it to confuse those that drink too much soy based products.
Can’t recommend the high capacity mags from Victor precision enough. Great product. Great company. Ruger for me is a more versatile package. No hate towards CZ though.
Need one with a Lithgow 22WMR in the mix as well mate!
Great video. Love the 22wmr, great little round.
Great shooting and comparison. Just subscribed.
Ozzie, what are your thoughts on WMR Vs LR as far as target shooting is concerned? Would you say those results justify the cost of WMR, which is roughly 4x more expensive in the UK, especially with precision rifles and match ammo available in 22LR
Depends on how far you’re shooting really but I don’t see the point in match 22wmr on paper, but in saying that I’d love to see some precision made 22wmr ammo as a option…
Thank you for all the videos, I have a cz 457 American with a 24" barrel in 22lr and a RAR in 22wmr with an 18" barrel and your content has been incredibly helpful when selecting ammo for them. I don't believe I've seen it tested on your channel, but my preferred 22lr ammo for the 457 is Fiocchi's 40gr subsonic LHPs (sku 22FHPSUB) but they're about twice the price of CCI standard velocity for me and SV shoots almost as well as the Fiocchi. You're probably a better shot than me, I'd be curious to see what you think of the Fiocchi stuff
Love your videos mate, I just bought the exact Cz with the same scope because of how nice is it in your videos. Can’t wait to pick it up so these videos are helping me stay patient😂 Could I make a friendly suggestion to perhaps add in a flag or a feather or some way of us seeing the wind while in camera view of shooting the targets. Thanks mate 👍🏼
I am in the for market for a 22. Mag, but I think I'll go the ruger, like the polymer stock, as much as i love a great wood stock, i cry a little everytime i put a scratch in one, messed up plastic just looks meaner and I do like the iron sights & front blade fibre optic. I need basically a short farm gun, I'll take the Ruger.
Both are brilliant.
What more can you say.
Great review. I always go for the lighter gun out of the two. Both are great
Thanks Ozzie I like the cz I bought one for my wife top job on the review thanks
Should make a comparison with the Lithgow LA101
Great video tho
🇦🇺😎👍Happy Friday big fella…the CZs pretty…great video🏁
Great vid as usual. I have the CZ In 22LR with the same Leupold scope. Very nice setup. Would like to know what lens covers are being used here?
Love it Ozzie
I got a Steyr Zephyr in 22mag haven't been able to shoot it yet but it's a BEAUTIFUL RIFLE with nice features. Can't wait till I can shoot it. I'm wondering if I should have gotten it in 22lr? 🤔😉👍
I really enjoy your reviews. They're full of useful info and the accuracy testing invaluable.
Have you done a review on the Ruger 22WMR Target model ( not the thumbhole version ) as you stated , you didn't think the "Precision"" was any more accurate than the American, I was hoping to get your opinion on the "Taget" version.
Many thanks for excellent content.
I love the .22mag
I’ve got the Ruger American in the GoWild .22mag
Shoots better than my ability
Looks great & shoots great
Another great comparison - I have shot both myself & ultimately spent a few hundry more & went for a new Weihrauch HW66 in 22WMR - the rekord trigger is outstanding & its accuracy more than keeps these 2 in the shadows.
I have been told this a few times and I'm really keen to look at the Weihrauch HW66 in the future
Thats weird i could have sworn i was subscribed to you for many-a-year until just now i noticed it wasnt!!! Bizzare!!
Hey ozzie you should give the howa 1100 in 22mag a go
Would have been nice to see the Ozzie made Lithgow LA101 up against the USA rifles....
I've had 2 ruger american 22mags. Neither would shoot consistent. Tried all the ammo different scopes.and rings . Sent 1 back to Roger they said it was within parameters
Had a savage magnum it was a nice rifle but still preferred the old cooey to have the option of the 22 semi quiet on my 5 acres it took care of porcupine and skunk problems without worrying of traveling but great video i think if i was going to get another magnum id choose the cz 512 semi probably be great for the coyotes in my areas
Thanks for the review
I had a ruger American in 22lr, and currently own a CZ 452. The Ruger was a pretty darn accurate rifle, but the CZ was a little better. Same as you got. For the quality, there is no comparison, and the CZ iron sights are way better as well, but there is no comparison in price. The Ruger is quite a lot cheaper.
So I pretty much agree with your test. The ruger, at that price point, plastic stock and mag options, is great for plinking, having for a gun that may get some rough treatment, or just affordable is great, but the CZ is a way nicer and more expensive gun.
Nicely done, I have a CZ 455 Canadian edition 22wmr and it loves Hornady V Max 30 grainers. If you can do a session with them in your guns and see how they do...
Gotta love an accurate 22magnum!!
Rare
Any varmint in black synthetic with stainless hardware. Regarding ammo I have heard some good about the Winchester Super X?
Cz all day I own the mag and the 22 lr love them by far the most accurate rimfire in mag and lr that I have ever owned I am 66 and owned many different brands
It the Ruger for me. I shoot from a Smart Rest Racken Rest 2 (the short version) out of the ute, so the 10 round rotary mags are heaps easier to change out without needing the offset brackets. It's a brilliant setup and having a rifle that I can use without crying every time I bump it is important for someone with my combination of clumsiness and budget.
Full disclosure, I'm using a .22LR. I own a .17HMR and am curious to know if a .22WMR is a better option for getting to the 70-100 meters in, like you said, real conditions?
Thanks for the present, I prefer the CZ. 👍
I’m old so I like blue steel & walnut, the look is nice
I have to say although I don't have a cz 22 Magnum I do have a cz 527 in 223 through my clouded thought process cz definitely
Hello, can you tell me your cleaning thoughts with rimfire rifles.? Do you notice accuracy advantages with a clean or fouled barrel? How often do you clean the barrel and action? Thanks. LT Granger, Indiana.
CZ 457 Lux all the way. Great out of the box accuracy. Could not believe my eyes!
Best range in yards to sight in the 22mag to be good for 100 yards? I have the Marlin tube fed newer mod. Accu trigger.
Wind issues aside, the accuracy of both rifles could be improved by bedding the stocks. Also, some rifles prefer certain ammo so it pays off to find the one your rifle shoots most accurately. This ammo preference can even vary among identical rifles from the same manufacturer. It's rather strange but it's true.
I opted for the CZ457 because it’s made in the left hand version also…..I’m not aware of Ruger making their bolt rimfire s in left hand configurations.
Ruger does make them in lhb.
Edit I do not know about the rimfire. Only centerfire.
I had a cz 22 magnum semi auto. Cycled great. Couldn’t look at it with out it rusting and the barrel came loose. Wasn’t ideal for me as I hunt in some shitty conditions and run traps in the winter.
Noticed the recoil was less with the CZ, presuming the wooden stocks extra weight.
Great to see you back on deck and putting out quality reviews Oz! I’ve got the CZ457 and love it , haven’t done much testing with the heavier bullets yet but it spits out the 30 grain vmax beautifully for me
I preferred the CZ 457 …wood stock and it’s made in left hand..I do like the magazine on the Ruger better.
Ozzie you would have heard, aim small miss small, your central target 3rd group with the CZ opened because the small bull and secondary ring are both red giving no real refrence aim point through such a low powered scope, I have offten experienced this which is why I always shoot small 1/2" bulls that are black on red and use a 4-12 rather than a 3-9
Checked the Subscription all good. great review