Thoughts on 17 Hornet

[cb4128]

Thinking about picking up one of these 17 Hornets for small game, varmints, turkeys, etc. Looks pretty awesome. Already have a 17 HMR, so would probably sell that if I pick up one... Here's a good read and review of the CZ 527 Varmint in 17 Hornet:

http://www.varminter.com/review-of-the-cz-model-527-in-17-hornady-hornet/

[Coach W]

I want one in a BAD way... dont really need it... like you I have a 17hmr... Also have a 204 ruger, 22lr, 223... So its not like I HAVE to have it... But half the stuff (probably more) In my safe I dont really NEED

17 hornet in a yellow/gray "bumblebee" thumbhole laminate.... Stainless would be SUPER SWEET.... Like I said I want one BAD... but dont need it

I also would like to try the CZ... almost bought the american 22lr the other day that is already threaded... but fell into a 77/22 instead

DO IT!!!

[Jethro]

That should be an awesome little rifle. Never played with the 17 Hornet, but my 527 American in 223 shoots tiny little groups. One heck of a walking varmint/calling rifle. I have a lot of nice rifles but wouldn't trade that little CZ for anything. If I was going to get a sub-caliber that 17 Hornet would get some serious consideration.

[yanta61]

http://discussions.texasbowhunter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=519073

[Tower43]

You should look into the 17 wsm(Winchester short magnum). Hold flat to around 200 yards. I don't remember all the ballistic details but I was impressed.

[Mike D]

Thoughts on 17 Hornet

I would buy this over the 17WSM rimfire.

Right now there is not a rifle available for the 17 WSM that will even be close to the quality of that CZ.

[cb4128]

Just did some playing around with my ballistic calculator and if you sight this round (20gr v-max) in for 50 yards, you hold dead on out to 200! It's 3/4" high at 100, 1/2" high at 150 and .6" low at 200... prettttyyyyyyy awesome

[Tommyh]

getting the gun is the easy part. getting the glass is a different story.

[trooperjd]

I had one in a savage, but sold it. Wasn't a fan of the model 25 action but flat out loves the round! Buy one and I promise you won't regret it.

[Bumpy]

I had one in a savage, but sold it. Wasn't a fan of the model 25 action but flat out loves the round! Buy one and I promise you won't regret it.

Wanted that rifle. Finally held it this weekend and felt heavy. Didn't see how it's a walking rifle.