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How to get the CZ 457 Manners TCS Stock (VPT MTR)

4.2K views 7 replies 4 participants last post by  Mark_Dorman  
#1 · (Edited)
So I've recently seen a lot of people picking up the new CZ 457 Manners largely for the stock (Retails for ~$1900). I wasn't sure if everyone was aware that you can get the stock directly from Manners. I spoke with them yesterday and today just to confirm and get some information about it. Here are the details:

Manners CZ 457 TCS Stock - Starting at $924.00 + Shipping
Includes:
  • Complete Stock with bedded Recoil Lug & Pillars
  • Adjustable Cheek Comb with Spacers
  • Adjustable LOP with Spacers
  • Pre-Drilled Forend with Threaded Inserts for Area 419 ARCA Rail
  • Barrel Channel Accommodates the Factory 0.875" Diameter Barrel (has barrel support bridge - See Image 3 - so it will require inletting for larger diameter barrels - see "Available Upgrades/Add-Ons")
Does Not Include:
  • Actions Screws & Bottom Metal
    • Will fit any CZ 457 Factory and Aftermarket Bottom Metal
    • Uses standard Factory sized Action Screws
Available Upgrades/Add-Ons
  • Sikes Clutch Rail (see image 2) - $65.00
  • Sikes Clutch Knob (see image 2) - $65.00
  • Additional QD Cups (Sling Mounts - see image 2) - $17-24 depending on type and location
  • Barrel Channel Widening - $29.95 - You can specify how wide a barrel you want to run and they will widen the barrel channel and remove the barrel support bridge to accommodate the size you need. They didn't specify a limit, but I would assume it would max out at a 1.250 barrel diameter like the MCS-PRS-TCS. As 1.250 Barrels are pretty rare for the CZ, I wouldn't worry about the limit though. I've already confirmed they can make the channel up to 1.250 in diameter as I plan to have mine opened up for up to a 1.000 barrel. Update: The general manager at Manners said they won't be doing an Barrel Channel modifications to these stocks. They said the work is safe to do, they just don't want to take on the extra work because they are too busy. You would have to find another gunsmith to do the work.
  • ARCA Rail (Not available directly from Manners) - Area 419 Weighted ARCA Rail $185.00 (Any AREA 419 Rail will bolt up though and I'd assume many other universal rails).

Currently Orders must be placed over the phone or by email as they are still updating their site:

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Image 2 - Sikes Clutch Rail and Clutch Knob (Top) and Standard QD Flush Cup (Bottom)
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Image 3 - Barrel Channel and Bridge:
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Honestly, for the price I think this is one of the best NRL/PRS/Competition stocks available for the CZ 457. With a lighter weight optic it can balance in front of the mag well with just the weighted ARCA Rail and the factory 20 inch VMTR barrel (see image below). For anyone running a slightly larger barrel it will be even easier to balance. It offers a really nice weight, ergonomics, and just feels amazing to shoot.

Note: This is the older model without the adjustable LOP, but the weight and weight distribution is pretty much the same. Just an example of how it can be balanced.
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#3 ·
Yeah, their website is definitely a bit out of date and needs some work. I might see if I can do some contract work for them and update it 😂

Yeah, those are my rifles and I had to hunt a little to figure out what size caps to get. They're just camera lens caps: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084R8WWQC or Center-Pinch Lens Cap
The SH-4J uses a 55mm Cap and the EP-5 uses a 62mm cap. I'd assume most 50mm objectives will use the 55mm caps and most 56mm objectives will use the 62mm caps. There are sites that show you how to measure and check. Because their a pinch spring lock system though there is some wiggle room. I just measured the ID of my sunshades and went with the closest size in millimeters. I have another two caps for our Bushnell Match Pro (50mm Objective) that uses a 55mm cap on and a Vortex Venom (56mm Objective) that uses a 62mm cap. I also had a Vortex Razor (50mm objective) for a short time that took the 52mm cap.
 
#8 ·
Update: Spoke to Manners again today on the phone about how wide of a Barrel channel they could do on the stock. Their first reply (from the sales manager) was that going up to something as large as an inlet for a 1.250 barrel wouldn't be an issue. Then they spoke with the General Manager and they said they won't modify the barrel channel at all on these stocks. They did not offer a reason for why they won't, just that they won't modify the barrel channel at all on the CZ stocks.