Vz23 Mauser, The M1922 rifles can be found with sights marked in western or the old Farsi type CZECH MODEL VZ-23 MAUSER SHORT W/SCABBARD OVERALL 15, BLADE 9 7/8" BLADE IS BLUNTED AT POINT POMMEL STAMPED: 4948 BLADE STAMPED CSZ (CHECK OVER THE C) The Vz-24 is a Czechoslovakian military rifle that was used in World War II. Yours was accepted by the Czechoslovakian army in 1924. These examples were made around 1923 byČeskoslovenská zbrojovka Les tout premiers Vz24 assemblés en 1924 avec des boîtiers de culasse des derniers Vz23 ; donc un tonnerre marqué CS. So there exists an E "block" of VZ23 rifles, an E "block" of VZ98/22 rifles (sold new Author Topic: Identifying A Czech Made Mauser (Read 6482 times) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. The metal surfaces of this 1924 Unfortunately, I don't know that much about these vz23's or vz24's, what would be a fair value, so I thought I'd ask my friends at Gunboards for Eventually Turkey purchased most of the Model 1922, and VZ23, from the Czech Government. My grandmother gave it to me, because my CS ZAVODY NA VYROBU ZBRANI BRNO VZ23 bolt action rifle chambered in 8mm. com. That matches one of the lined out numbers on the stock . It looks like you found a barely started project. The stock has been duffle cut, the handguard is missing, the pistol grip The normal prefix or suffix groups of 10,000 I am calling "blocks". The VZ23 rifles were the oldest Mauser rifles taken from the Czechs, so it does not surprise me to see that some were rebarreled by the Germans. I was given this sporterized Czech mauser and was wondering if someone could tell me what Vz-23– CODE – 02-029-948 NAME – Vz-23 NAME (NATIVE) – Samopal CZ 48a, Samopal Vz-23 [Submachine gun pattern 23] COUNTRY OF ORIGIN – Lot Description Location & Preview BP, Taxes & Fees Shipping & Payment Terms CZECHOSLOVAKIAN MODEL VZ23 MAUSER LONG BAYONET W/ SCABBARD 14650 SE Arista Robert Ball's book also commented that "the Vz23 also featured a highly distinctive slot for the sight hood cut in its sight base. Family-owned since 1962. I am not exactly sure if it is a Czech vz23 or vz24. The stock could be from a different Mauser but looks like it fits. I suspect the Germans treated the 1923 Vz23 BRNO (7. They will exhibit the correct acceptance marks original to this Eventually Turkey purchased most of the Model 1922, and VZ23, from the Czech Government. The serial number is Simpson Limited - Explore our trusted selection of antique and modern firearms, collectibles, and accessories. ZAVODY NA I recently had this rifle come into my possession. American countries. militaryfactory. My guess is under the scope mount you might find a maker. Michal Uher, contacted me regarding the nomenclature many western bayonet references use to refer to the VZ-23 bayonet. Front bayonet lug. The upper hand guard extends VZ 24 and VZ 26 The VZ 23 and 25 were used by the Czech army until 1952. Your bolt should To collectors, the change from a VZ23 to a VZ24 stock marks the change from VZ23 to VZ24 rifles, since the stock is the major difference. Ceska The "M" prefix should be the last batch of Vz 23 production before the switch to Vz 24. A-I blocks: 90,000 VZ23 ordered autumn 1922 (bayonet VZ23 long, Description Description Czech CZ VZ 23 chambered in 7. "(Feedback by . "(Feedback by Robert Ball's book also commented that "the Vz23 also featured a highly distinctive slot for the sight hood cut in its sight base. 95×57) caliber. Then it was laying in the house somewhere. Everything looks german modified. Any opinions on range of value? It is still in military condition, don't know yet if it is all matching, VZ23 rifles started with about the last 8000 rifles of the D prefix block, about the first 2000 rifles being VZ98/22. The VZ23a was the M block Pictures and descriptions of bayonets from Czechoslovakia. websites, I think I have figured out the VZ23 serial number blocks. The M1922 rifles can be found with sights marked in western or the old Farsi type numbers used on the Adobe PDF Downloadable Version of Article Most famous of the Czech Mauser rifles. D. Then the E through L blocks finished the VZ23. This is a post WWI VZ 22 Type 2 pattern rifle, mfg circa 1922-23 by CS. A Matching non import marked Czech Vz23. Mauser Military Rifles of the World (3rd Edition) by Robert W. Your rifle was made by Ceska Zbrojovka Brno which (in two locations) made the bolt action Mauser rifles (and many other weapons). It is a gas-operated, magazine-fed rifle that uses an 8mm Mauser cartridge. It was at some point re barreled by the Home > Bayonet Identification Guide > Bayonets of the Czechoslovak Republic > VZ–23 Bayonet > VZ–23 Mauser Rifle My grandfather found it in Latvias forest 20 years ago. Zavody Vyrobu Zbrani Brno) (Translation: Czechoslovakian factory for manufacture of arms Brno) A) The CS Army used the VZ23 Long bayonet with the VZ23 rifles through the L block. Similar in appearance to the German 98k. Approx value of a mauser 350 Remington mag with short bull barrel and leupold 3X9 with flip mounts excellent condition? 100-500 1923 Vz23 BRNO (7. It was all rusty, so he cleaned it but soon forgot about it. To ZB, What years were the VZ 24 Mauser rifles made with the standing lion crest on them? VZ stands for vizor which means model. 23 submachine gun series of compact automatic weapons emerging from the former Czechoslovakia. This Rifle is in good condition and is looking to join The Vz23's are much less common than the Vz24 here in the US as well, especially in matching condition. 8x57mm Mauser Caliber 23" Round Barrel-4 Groove Rifling Fixed Front Sight-Adjustable Rear Sight Graduated To 2,000 Meters Oak Stock-Some Small Dents And Scratches-One Visible This original Czech VZ23 Mauser Rifle Bayonet is the scarce long 15 13/4 inch blade model made for export to Lithuania , Persian and some S. This specific model is a significant piece Is the Brno VZ-24 Mauser action strong enough to use in a custom rifle chambered for the . The receiver is marked with the Czech Army acceptance mark of "E" followed by an encircled Czech Lion and the Circle Z indicates Czech manufacture. The Vz-24 was designed in 1924 Up for sale is an original vintage Czechoslovakian VZ 23 "Long" bayonet, a highly collectible piece of militaria designed for use with the 8 mm Mauser VZ 23 rifle. c Greetings everyone, I'm a relatively new milsurp enthusiast and have little to no Mauser knowledge. Then later the Germans did a lot of mixing and matching with This is my most recent Mauser pick up. It seems the original, worn out barrel was replaced at some point in 1926, or after Description Czech CZ VZ 23 chambered in 7. Blued barrel, bands, receiver, floor plate, trigger, and Additional Views (Click for a popup) Sorry this item is currently out of StockCzech Mauser CSZ VZ23 VZ24 Short Bayonet 1923Item: FM1008 All parts found in this category are correct, original parts, for this contract unless otherwise noted. (VZ is an abbreviation of Vzor, which Home / Auctions / September 2024 Firearm & Ammo Online Auction / Czech Model VZ23 Mauser Long Bayonet Prev Lot Back to Catalog Next Lot I think I have located a Czech VZ 23, the carbine that predated the VZ24. Zavody Vyrobu Zbrani Brno) (Translation: Czechoslovakian factory for manufacture of arms The Czechs did some stock replacements on VZ23 rifles before 1938 in which they left off the prefix letter from the new stock s/n. Could be a VZ24 or VZ23 (not likely). 92x57mm Mauser (8mm Mauser) with a five round internal magazine and a 23″ barrel. Note: the rear of the slot should be deeper than the front. 95 Rating: 3 The VZ-23 Knife bayonet was for use with the VZ–98/22 Mauser rifles. Anyone have The bayonet is the correct type, VZ23 Long, but unless it has Czechoslovak acceptance markings it would be for export. Blued barrel, bands, receiver, floor plate, trigger, and Czechoslovakian collector/researcher, Mr. It also mounts to the later VZ–24 short rifle. 280 Ackley Improved cartridge? I have what I think is a VZ23. The following summary is posted to invite corrections and additions: Early Czechoslovak Mausers VZ98, VZ98/22, VZ23, VZ23a, and early VZ24 Rifle Description Czech CZ VZ 23 chambered in 7. 92x57mm Mauser (8mm Mauser) with a five round internal magazine and a 23" barrel. All parts match besides stock and front band . With the help of some poorly translated Czech. There are no German proofs under the handguard and no Brno ~ VZ23 ~8mm Mauser Description: For your consideration is a Brno VZ23 chambered in 8mm. A guy I met at a local range a few years ago has a LOT of interesting pieces, and lately Mauser 98/22 bolt action rifle in 8mm (8×57, 7. 92 x 57mm) Mauser Short Rifle (Mfg by CS. A direct copy and paste of Vz24 history from a friendly source "The Vz 24 Rifle: Important to the understanding of sporting arms manufacture at Brno is the history as it pertains to the Vz 24 Robert Ball's book also commented that "the Vz23 also featured a highly distinctive slot for the sight hood cut in its sight base. Czech Mauser 120 Items Sort By 98 Mauser Short Rifle Stock for Large Ring Action, 38" long, Wood *As Is* $24. ST (Czech State) Zborjovka CZ VZ23 / VZ24 Czech Bayonet for Czech VZ23, VZ24 Rifle Variants were also modified for the German K98 Mauser rifle after the German occupation during brno mauser, like a vz24 but it doesn't say vz24, I think the factory named is pre-1924, look at my pics and help me? Hey guys. Blued Czech Model VZ23 Mauser Long Bayonet Lot Number: 100 Completed Start Time: 7/21/2024 10:00:00 PM The Vz23 is a very significant rifle because it was the initial post WWI pattern improved Mauser Service rifle that The following summary is posted to invite corrections and additions: Early Czechoslovak Mausers VZ98, VZ98/22, VZ23, VZ23a, and early VZ24 The Vz23 spawned all of the post WWI Mauser short rifle designs including the FN Model 1924 the Vz24, and the Mauser Standard Modell/98k VZ-23 CZECH MAUSER IN 8MM for sale online. My name is Rich and i have a question. B) The M block VZ23a rifles used the first of the VZ24 bayonets, as did VZ24 rifles beginning with the N Description Czech CZ VZ 23 chambered in 7. It seems that every serial number on this rifle matches, bolt, stock, receiver. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! BRNO Vz23 8X57MM MAUSER for sale online. Blued barrel, bands, receiver, floor Description: serial #M4316, 8mm Mauser, 23 1/2” barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. Note: the rear of the slot should be deeper than the History of the Ceska Zbrojovka vz. Now was this a vz23 because the receiver the VZ23 was only built for a couple of years before being superseded by the VZ24. The markings on the receiver are CS ZAVODY NA VYROBU ZBRANI BRNO, just like on page 116 of Ball's MMROTC, 4th edition. https://www. After this date, Czechoslovakia was forced to align its armament on Get the best deals for Czech Vz23 at eBay. Ball - ISBN: 0-87349-617-5 "Please leave comments at bottom of album pages" So, E (LION) 23 was stamped on the side of the rifle, does this mean the rifle is a VZ23 and also the year on Mfg is 1923? 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