First Look: CZ-USA 600 American

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posted on November 15, 2023
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MAIN CZ 600 American

CZ-USA has introduced the 600 American rifle, a modern, American-style bolt-action centerfire rifle that’s equipped with a crafted Turkish walnut stock with a fleur-de-lis on the grip. Available in a wide range of calibers, from .223 Remington to .300 Winchester Magnum, it is ready to meet the needs of a wide range of hunters and sport shooters.

Close up of 600 American in field

The CZ-USA 600 American centerfire rifle is equipped with a thin profile and cold, hammer-forged barrel. The single-stage trigger features smooth operation and simple user-adjustment of pull weight. A locking five-round magazine allows for quick changeovers from fixed to removable operation and vice versa. Like most centerfire rifles in the CZ-USA 600 series, the CZ-USA 600 American features a patented vertical safety with intuitive and virtually noiseless operation. The bolt can be removed by pressing a spring-loaded button on the right side of the receiver without having to disengage the safety and manipulate the trigger. The controlled feed system with short extractor ensures reliable delivery of cartridges in any position, even during rapid reloads.

600 American at angle

For more information, visit cz-usa.com. MSRP: $849 American ($1499 American High Grade Walnut)

600 American held by hunter in field

Features:

  • Guaranteed sub-MOA accuracy (three-shot groups at 100 meters with match-grade ammunition)
  • User-adjustable trigger pull weight
  • All metal components treated with CZ’s patented, extremely durable anti-corrosion finish
  • Symmetrical American-style stock made of Turkish walnut
  • Steel receiver with a Remington 700-type mounting interface
  • The bolt can be safely removed without manipulating the trigger and disengaging the safety
  • Thin profile, cold-hammer-forged barrel
  • 60-degree bolt handle angle allows for fast reloads
  • Locking, double-stack magazine
  • Unique bolt system ensures reliable feeding, even during rapid fire

Specifications:

  • Calibers: .223 Rem., .243 Winchester, .270 Winchester, .30-'06 Springfield, .300 Win. Mag., .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor
  • Magazine Capacity: 4 (3 in .300 Win. Mag.)
  • Magazine Type: Detachable
  • Weight: 6.5 - 7 pounds
  • Barrel Length: 24-inches; 20-inches (.308 Win., .243 Win.)
  • Barrel Profile: Thin
  • Stock: American walnut (American High-Grade .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, .30-'06 Springfield)
  • Sights: None; receiver drilled & tapped for Remington 700-pattern bases
  • Trigger: Single-stage, Adjustable (4 positions)
  • Safety: 2-Position

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