California Compliant CSA SA VZ.58 Sporter 7.62×39 16.25” Semi-Auto Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,750.00
LSB#: LSB250726MH005
Make: Czech Small Arms / Czechoslovakia
Model: SA VZ.58 Sporter Rifle California Compliant
Serial Number: 5806653
Year of Manufacture: Modern Receiver
Caliber: 7.62×39
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short Stroke Gas Piston, Fixed Magazine, Fed by Stripper Clips
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked “CZECH SMALL ARMS / CZECHPOINT / KNOXVILLE. TN / www. csa.ca.cz/patents”. The left side of the sight assembly is marked “5806653 / SA vz.58 SPORTER / CAL. 7.62×39”. The left side of the receiver and buttstock is marked with the Czech Small Arms coat of arms.
Barrel Length: 16.25” with slant muzzle brake.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post sight with bayonet lug underneath. The rear sight is an adjustable tangent leaf sight with sliding escalator.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a four piece polymer with a smooth comb, smooth pistol grip, and serrated lower forend. There is little to handling wear. There are a few very light scratches. The LOP measures 12.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are no chips or cracks. The stock rates in Overall Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One stripper clip fed 10rd 7.62×39 magazine in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no handling wear and storage wear. There are a couple light scratches on the receiver. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with a sling in about Excellent condition.
Our Assessment: This VZ.58 Sporter presents as a very clean, well-cared-for example of the Czech design. All markings are crisp and components appear correct for the modern receiver build. The metal retains about 99% finish and the synthetic stock shows only a couple light handling marks — overall the furniture rates Excellent. The bore is bright with sharp rifling (9/10) and the included 10-round stripper-clip fed magazine is in Excellent condition. Functionally the short-stroke gas system cycled correctly during inspection.
Given its excellent cosmetics, strong bore, and complete accessories, this rifle is ready for range use, sport shooting, or as a reliable beater for local hunting where legal. As with all previously owned firearms, we recommend a basic service/cleaning and a quick safety check by a qualified gunsmith before extended shooting. Overall, this VZ.58 Sporter rates in about Excellent condition and represents a solid, California-compliant 7.62×39 option. Please look at your state laws. Please look at our photos and good luck with your bid! -N.P
