CZ-USA VZ.58 Sporter 7.62x39mm 16.25” Semi-Automatic Rifle & Bayonet
SOLD FOR: $1,211.00
LSB#: LSB251109SM007
Make: Czech Small Arms / Czechoslovakia
Model: VZ.58 Sporter Rifle
Serial Number: 5808968
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 7.62x39mm
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short Stroke Gas Piston, Fixed Magazine, Fed by magazine
Markings: The right side of the receiver is marked “CZECH SMALL ARMS / CZECH REPUBLIC CZECHPOINT / KNOXVILLE. TN”. The left side of the sight assembly is marked “5808968 / SA vz.58 SPORTER / CAL. 7,62×39”. The left side of the receiver is marked with the SCA cartouche.
Barrel Length: 16.25” with a thread protector.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an adjustable post sight protected by wings. The rear sight is an square notch sight with sliding escalator.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a three piece beaver barf with a side folding butt stock, smooth pistol grip, and vented upper forend. There is little to handling wear. There are a few very light scratches. The LOP measures 13” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttstock. There is a crack in the left side of the upper forend. There are no chips. The stock rates in about Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Four 30rd 7.62×39 magazine in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Black Anamol
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 97% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no handling wear and storage wear. The dust cover and bolt have finish loss and scratches throughout. There are spots of oxidization and thinning on the side folding stock. 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, cleaning kit in baggie, and bayonet.
Our Assessment: The vz.58 Sporter is the civilian semi-automatic variant of Czechoslovakia’s Cold War service rifle, a design that is mechanically distinct from the Kalashnikov despite its similar profile. Developed around a short-stroke gas piston and tilting locking block, the vz.58 reflects Czech engineering priorities emphasizing lightweight construction and efficient operation. Imported in sporter configuration by Czech Small Arms through Czechpoint, these rifles represent modern commercial production rooted in a military pattern adopted in the late 1950s. The platform’s national origin and internal design set it apart within the broader family of 7.62x39mm rifles.
This example is configured with a 16.25 inch barrel fitted with a thread protector, adjustable post front sight, and square-notch rear sight on a sliding escalator, finished in black with a side-folding beaver barf stock set. The rifle retains approximately 97 percent of its metal finish, with light finish loss and scratches noted on the dust cover and bolt, along with minor oxidation and thinning on the folding stock hardware. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, rating 9 out of 10, while the furniture shows very light handling wear and a crack present on the left side of the upper forend, overall rating Fine. The action functions correctly and the rifle is accompanied by four 30-round magazines, a sling, cleaning kit, and bayonet. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P
