My son "built" his first rifle

August 11, 2019, 09:16 AM

WARPIG602

Not exactly but he didnt know the differnce.

My 7 year old been going to the range with me for a while but this was the first time he wanted to stay for more than an hour. Turned into a 3 hour trip. We typically bring his CZ 455 Scout but this time we brought my CZ 455 VPT, guess that was all it took.

On the way home he asked if he could have my 455. Told him I would think about it and oderd him a 457 Varmint Pro when I got home.

Got all the stuff gathered to finish it off about a week later and spent a Saturday getting it setup. Jsut waiting on a cheek riser to get here.

August 11, 2019, 10:14 AM

badcopnodonut!!

Nice setup! He looks very happy with the finished product, as he should be.

Good job WP.

August 11, 2019, 10:15 AM

Rustpot

Very nice!

I'm looking hard at the same rifle, probably going to do the same sponge camo to it (I really like the 457 with the manners stock and that paint). I just plan on sticking an Aimpoint on it for some varmint control around the house.

I've heard the 457 is a nice evolution of the CZ rimfire, should be a good shooter for him until he passes it on to his son (or buys him one so he can keep it

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August 11, 2019, 10:33 AM

WARPIG602

quote:
Originally posted by Rustpot:
Very nice!

I'm looking hard at the same rifle, probably going to do the same sponge camo to it (I really like the 457 with the manners stock and that paint). I just plan on sticking an Aimpoint on it for some varmint control around the house.

I've heard the 457 is a nice evolution of the CZ rimfire, should be a good shooter for him until he passes it on to his son (or buys him one so he can keep it ) .

Absolutely no downsides tot he 457's. In fact, if I didnt have so many 455's Id sell them all and buy 457's.

I like the Manners too, jsut wasnt quite ready to drop the coin that one for him. Here is the 455 with the Manners.

August 12, 2019, 01:20 AM

darthfuster

Do you have any idea what you have done?

Trust me when I say, his interest will only get more intense as he ages. This will cost you a fortune!!! And you and he will love every minute of it.

My boys started the same way. Now they build and modify their own guns like pros. Thankfully at this stage in my life they do it on their own dime lol.

When I see the pics of your youngster it stings a little. Mine are all beyond those years. They will never be my little boys again. I am so glad I spent that time with them then. I envy you who still have that opportunity. Thanks for taking the time with him.

August 12, 2019, 10:29 AM

benny6

That's awesome! I like the fact that he was involved in it being a personalized rifle. Great job man!

Tony.

August 15, 2019, 11:14 PM

10X-Shooter

Nice job!

August 17, 2019, 12:07 AM

dry-fly

I have a new 457 and love it, I’m planning on doing the same Warpig has done with our 8yo girl. It’s time for her to start pulling the trigger some. With my Oculus or Mask on it it won’t be so scary loud

August 17, 2019, 09:17 AM

sgalczyn

THIS is the problem with today's youth.....over-indulge them till they are spoiled rotten. Damn - I don't even have a suppressor - yet! Where will it end....next a custom 1911, a high end Perazzi, father-son pistol competition???

Good job Dad - enjoy every moment.

August 17, 2019, 12:58 PM

CD228

Nice work.

August 19, 2019, 06:26 AM

WARPIG602

quote:
Originally posted by dry-fly:
I have a new 457 and love it, I’m planning on doing the same Warpig has done with our 8yo girl. It’s time for her to start pulling the trigger some. With my Oculus or Mask on it it won’t be so scary loud

Ordered an Oculus for this one.

August 19, 2019, 06:28 AM

WARPIG602

quote:
Originally posted by darthfuster:
Do you have any idea what you have done? Trust me when I say, his interest will only get more intense as he ages. This will cost you a fortune!!! And you and he will love every minute of it. My boys started the same way. Now they build and modify their own guns like pros. Thankfully at this stage in my life they do it on their own dime lol.

When I see the pics of your youngster it stings a little. Mine are all beyond those years. They will never be my little boys again. I am so glad I spent that time with them then. I envy you who still have that opportunity. Thanks for taking the time with him.

Agreed. Im lucky enough to only have to work a few days a week so most of the time is spent with the kids. I figure I'll ave th ret of my life to work but only a few yers with them.