CZ 557 in .308

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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by Spiney » 03 Sep 2018, 5:37 pm

Good shooting JimTom :thumbsup: Out of interest which load do you find the most effective on pigs.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 03 Sep 2018, 5:54 pm

Mate to be honest I have only used the 130gn HP so far. I got them when they were $36/100 so have a few of them. They are pretty good for anything side or front on but for any rear quartering shot they don’t have the penetration I have found.
I havent used the 155gn HPBT however I am told they use them on donkeys so will try them next trip.
I have only recently got the 165gnSST so will try them next trip also.
Sorry mate, not much help I know.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by deanp100 » 03 Sep 2018, 10:47 pm

I have just finished a Northern Territory trip and there was a lot of good pigs and a heap of scrub bulls to blast. I used nothing in my 308 except a med/ high load of 2206h and flat nose 150 gun sierra 30/30 projectiles and at the end when they ran out some taipan 150 gun flat nose. I have used them for 30 years and will not change. They kill with authority and have a slightly prominent impact sound. Like a cricket bat on a junkie. I shoot out of a lever carbine with a 4 x scope and have never felt the need to go over 200 and don’t feel hampered by the flat nose long range ability. They just hurt things.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 05 Sep 2018, 9:17 pm

Sound like a good projectile mate. So many options nowadays.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by in2anity » 05 Sep 2018, 9:41 pm

I actually plink lead RN pills designed for the 30/30 out of my 308 - very cheap way of practicing without burning out the throat/budget
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by FLANNO » 10 May 2021, 2:49 am

Gday fellas I was hoping someone could help me out with the cz 308 range. Ive just picked one up and i cant hit the side of the barn. Im fairly new to the 308 and I need some help. I think my technique needs some work but putting that aside can anyone recommend some good ammo ?
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by Blr243 » 10 May 2021, 4:55 pm

More info required from u
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 10 May 2021, 4:59 pm

Mate I have been shooting my CZ 557 for a few years now and have it dialled in nicely. I do my own reloading and have found that this rifle likes heavier projectiles in the 165gn and up range. Here are a few examples of what this rifle is capable of. Much better than when I first got it and posted the above targets.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 10 May 2021, 5:06 pm

Well photos not happening as once again I can’t get them to upload even after resizing. This forum makes it difficult, needless to say mate they are under half an inch at 100m.
I have had the best success with the 168gn Zmax amd the 178gn ELD X, both Hornady projectiles.
Maybe try something in this range mate as the 557 has a 1:10 twist and will like the longer projectiles.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by FLANNO » 11 May 2021, 2:36 am

Jim Tom thank you very much. Ill be down the shop in the next few days and grab some of the mentioned. Any guidance is of a great beenfit to me as a novice. cheers. Flanno.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 11 May 2021, 6:57 am

Any questions in the future mate I will be happy to help.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 11 May 2021, 8:03 am

Do you intend on reloading for your 308 in the future mate?
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by Oldbloke » 11 May 2021, 11:45 am

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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 11 May 2021, 5:30 pm

Thanks mate, have been able to upload in the past however don’t seem to have the patience when resizing photo to get them small enough to upload. I actually use an app that you recommended a few years back and has worked well in the past.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by Blr243 » 11 May 2021, 5:48 pm

I use an app called COMPRESS. If I can make it work very easy anyone can. The icon is blue in the App Store. The whole process takes prob less than 15 secs
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by FLANNO » 11 May 2021, 7:53 pm

Gday Jim. Reloading is a long term goal at that moment. Ive put a small 2-7 leoupold on the rifle and am getting use the feel of it. Have only been to the range so far and i need a lot more practice. Do you think that scope is enough magnification ? Ive got a vanguard porta aim and a sand bag at the rear for stability and im trying to ease the shots off but so far not much good mate. I will grab some of the ammo you suggested and get down there again soon and let you know if im improving. Once again Jim I really am indebted to you for your support mate. It the first real centrefire ive tried to set up and I will prevail. any other basic tips you have mate im all ears. Get back to you soon mate.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by SCJ429 » 11 May 2021, 8:10 pm

That Leupold will be plenty for hunting, practice makes perfect. You may prefer shooting off a bipod and use a rear bag. I have seen Hornady TAP shoot reasonably well out of some 308.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by deanp100 » 11 May 2021, 8:35 pm

FLANNO wrote:Gday Jim. Reloading is a long term goal at that moment. Ive put a small 2-7 leoupold on the rifle and am getting use the feel of it. Have only been to the range so far and i need a lot more practice. Do you think that scope is enough magnification ? Ive got a vanguard porta aim and a sand bag at the rear for stability and im trying to ease the shots off but so far not much good mate. I will grab some of the ammo you suggested and get down there again soon and let you know if im improving. Once again Jim I really am indebted to you for your support mate. It the first real centrefire ive tried to set up and I will prevail. any other basic tips you have mate im all ears. Get back to you soon mate.

Mate, if you intend hunting with this rifle then that scope is 100 % big enough. You will probably find in most terrain you will have it screwed down to 4 and be happy. What ranges are you shooting at and doing so poorly in your opinion at.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by in2anity » 11 May 2021, 9:04 pm

Of course it's very subjective and individual preference, but personally, I would NEVER take a bipod into the sticks. They are heavy, stick into your back over the shoulder and often will not be practical in random, fast, hunting situations. Rather, I like a light,short hunting rifle with a flush or internal magazine. If you practice different positions with a form of a hasty sling, you can stabilised assume offhand/kneel/squat/sit/prone quickly and with confidence. For a trek-hunt on foot, I aim for as light as possible, with as little gear as possible, yet with just enough gun to get the job done. Personally, fully accessorised, I aim for as south of 4kg as possible. A low powered scope is ideal, as already discussed. Google "rhodesian sling" and "ching sling". Those rhodesian light infantry were the deadliest, self-sufficient, outback fighters history has ever known. If you want to be a good, flexible hunter, join a service rifle or field 3-p club and shoot matches, A LOT.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 12 May 2021, 7:20 am

Mate for hunting that scope is plenty. In saying that I have a 4-12x40 on mine as I personally prefer a bit more when having a scan around, however rarely have the magnification above 6x when actually shooting.
I almost always have a bipod on my rifle when hunting and definitely when shooting at the range. I find it provides a good steady platform when shooting paper at the range and for hunting when one is able to take a shot from the prone position.
I am Glad you have found some of my info useful mate, keep us updated on how you progress.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by JimTom » 12 May 2021, 7:31 am

Mate here are those pics of what my rifle can do with hand loads with a bipod at the range. It’s only a 3 shot group at 100m. I can see I have under measured in these groups however they still more than satisfactory.
Of course it won’t shoot this every single time however it’s my most accurate rifle at present.
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Re: CZ 557 in .308

Post by in2anity » 12 May 2021, 8:52 am

Yeah well if you're looking to ultimately get into F-class style comp (or perhaps even the new light Sporter/Hunter class; that's fun?), absolutely the bipod is necessary, and you'll wanna practice with it. There's also the PSR (Precision Service Rifle) comp - that's basically all bipod shooting, and quite dynamic. Loads of fun.
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