I put an area 419 bolt knob on my CZ 457. My rifle is in a chassis , so it visually fits the theme. It is quite a bit easier to work than the factory bolt knob.

 

Anything is better than the marble the 457 comes with.

Bill

 

I’m probably in the minority, I hate big bolt knobs


I own multiple 457s, I think the knob size is perfect

 

With my first 457 I was frequently fishing a spent case out of the action. Now with the DIP knob it is easier to open the bolt and the cases eject better. I'm still fishing some out, but not nearly as frequently. That rifle is primarily used for prone shooting which may have something to do with the problem. My second 457 rarely fails to eject with the DIP knob. I actually don't remember having to fish a spent case from that action. I carry both in hard cases and don't have any issues with the cases closing with the bolt in the action. I don't care what it looks like, I want it to function properly.

ETA: One is in a Boyds ProVarmint the other is a Varmint MTR, not tacticool.

 

EGW Teardrop knobs are on most of my rifles. A few have the big fat Anschutz knobs. Personally like the looks and find the ergonomics to be superior.

 

Years back I asked somewhere why do people change to big bolt knobs from a functional standpoint. Someone said due to wearing gloves in the cold weather. Maybe it's true maybe it's a weak justification. I just wished it would get cold enough here to wear gloves.
Other than that I'm thinking looks and it being custom.

If you know how to run a bolt in prone/bipod/rear bag I could see it helping. On a CF for sure.

 

I remember a cousin put a bright orange golf ball on the gear shift of his truck. It was a three on the tree. I believe it was a 1968 Ford.

 

I am in the process of changing my 457 knob because it's tiny and doesn't feel right. I just ordered some phenolic balls with a 6mm thread.
They are cheap. I'll play with them to find the size and shape that is comfortable to me. If they hold up...fine. If they don't I will replicate them out of metal.

 

I am in the YES column on oversized bolt knobs... Have switched out my Bergara BMR and my CZ457... the shafts are the same thread size so I can swap knobs around and see what feels best... make bolt manipulation much easier for sure...YMMV...

 

Looks kind of silly, but everyone to his own.

 

Big knobs are for guys who only carry rifles to the bench.
For people who know that a rifle is a weapon and use it to kill animals; they actually carry the rifle farther than from car to bench. Huge oversized knobs become a hindrance to comfortable carry and fast handling.

 

Wow.

 

I haven't hunted in over 50 years but I do enjoy having a bolt knob that is a little bigger than a marble.
Its been over 65 years since I've played marbles. I've only had my CZ out one time so far but it took only a minute to tell the knob was tiny, at least for my hand.

 

I got the BIG JUAN!!! and she likes....uh...wait.......I mean.....I like it on my rifle.

I could care less about how it looks, I like the way it feels when I work my bolt....man... that still sounds weird!!! LOL!!!

 

Fortunately aesthetics and tactical rifles are antonyms.

At first glance all I saw in the picture was a scope with big doors and a red flag.

With the camouflage I didn't even notice a rifle until I looked closer...Tom

 

Yea, I don’t like extra bling on my guns. Nothing but brush catchers. Big bolt knobs, hi cap magazines, bipods and tongue rests. That stuff is for range monkeys where getting a fast second shot could be life and death.

 

it’s funny yall are complaining about a little bit more bolt knob like it is the end of the world for hunting. It really isn’t that much extra weight or length to be catching brush. It does however help with the way the firearm handles. Which more than one of you both complaining about wanting a better handling rifle and then complaining about it catching on stuff. The truth is that knob may speed up that follow up shot. It is all just an argument of semantics….

 

There is no doubt in my mind that the big ones are better suited to bench and comp guns. They do seem to help with "the throw". I have added a larger knob to my 457 VPT but kept the factory on my 457 American and my 455 17 Mach II squirrel rifle.

 

I installed the Area 419 bolt knob in hopes that the hourglass shape would make actuating the bolt with a finger easier; instead of trying to catch the factory knob from the bench. It is easier to be honest. It looks fine to me, but I don't think I "need" it. I'll admit to having arthritis that is said to be stage 3 in my thumb joints. I will need surgery in a few years. Yes, it does help when your hand is compromised as well. I'm just 45 so it's a real bummer. I use my hands for a living. So anyone dealing with arthritis, I sincerely suggest looking at the larger bolt knob.

 

I went with the Executive II from DIP and it helps with working the action for quicker follow up shots. Did not buy for the appearance, purely from a functional perspective.

 

I use the same Executive on my 457 VPT. Function is the name of the game. I shoot on my own private range so I could care less what anyone else thinks of the appearance. If I did I would never have bought such a stubby goofy looking rifle to start with.

 

CZ 457 Varmint/Area 419 knob. Tikka T1X/DIP knob. Bergara BMR/Anarchy Outdoors knob. Longer, larger knobs make bolt manipulation much easier. And if it feels good...woo hoo!

 

Not a fan .

 

My Ruger American has one and I like it. I also have a Rem 582 that I wish was bigger.

 

I`m in the "Big Knob Snob" camp. I`m in my 60`s, severe nerve damage from a neck injury that effects my hands, so the bigger knob helps with bolt cycling, for me. YMMV

 

I'm a fan of the Power Custom titanium extended bolt handle assembly.....lightweight, but extends far enough out to make for easy manual operation of the bolt.

 

Not a fan, put them in the same category as huge flashy watches, suit yourself it's your rifle. I've never had a problem running a rifle with it's stock bolt knob. YMMV and all that.

 

I have an Anschutz 1413 bolt with a tiny knob.

I slip a rubber ball on when I want more to grip.

If I remember. I remove it afterwards...Tom