From the Vault: CZ 52 Pistol
This "From the Vault" video from Brownells Gun Tech™ showcases the CZ 52 pistol, a Soviet Bloc classic. Keith Ford details its history, designed to replace the CZ 27 and ultimately chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev under Soviet influence. The video highlights its unique roller lock action, shared with weapons like the H&K MP5 and MG42, and explains its mechanical operation. Safety warnings are emphasized, particularly regarding the unreliable decocker with a live round and the brittle firing pin which makes dry firing inadvisable. The video notes the CZ 52's smooth shooting characteristics and the availability of 9mm Luger conversion barrels. It also mentions its service period from 1952 to 1982 and its successor, the CZ 82.









