CZ-USA 02335 457 Scout: A Compact and Educational Rimfire Option

The CZ-USA 457 Scout is a .22 LR rimfire rifle 02335 designed for young or novice shooters. It features a 16-inch barrel with a 1/2x28 nitride finish, a beechwood stock, adjustable iron sights, and an American-style push-to-fire safety. The rifle is equipped with an 11mm dovetail for easy scope installation. Its standout feature is the 12-inch length of pull (LOP), making it comfortable for smaller-framed users. This CZ 02335 rifle is designed for learning and teaching marksmanship fundamentals, and it also includes a single-shot adapter for responsible ammunition use.

The CZ 457 Scout is purposefully designed for young and novice shooters, making it an ideal tool for teaching the fundamentals of marksmanship. With a compact 12-inch length of pull, it accommodates smaller-framed users comfortably. The rifle features a straightforward leaf rear sight and adjustable blade front sight, simplifying the learning process for sight picture basics. For those ready to explore scoped shooting, the 457 Scout is equipped with an 11mm dovetail for easy scope installation.

To promote responsible ammunition use, the 457 Scout includes a single-shot adapter, instilling an appreciation for conservation. Moreover, it's compatible with any 457/455 magazine for extended shooting experiences as skills develop. As young shooters grow, they may outgrow the Scout's shorter length of pull, but the rifle's modular design and uniform stock inletting across all CZ USA 457 Rifles allow for easy stock upgrades.

The 457 Scout's bolt offers a 60-degree throw, enhancing compatibility with various scopes, especially those with larger ocular bells and lower ring heights. Taking into consideration the input of US Hunter's Education instructors and 4-H shooting coaches, the rifle is equipped with an American-style push-to-fire safety, aligning with the preferences of American shooters. Furthermore, the action of the 457 Scout has been shortened by nearly an inch to reduce its overall footprint and weight, making it even more user-friendly for beginners.

Features of the CZ 457 Scout:

• Short 12” length of pull to accommodate smaller shooters


• 11mm dovetail for use with optics


• 60-degree bolt throw


• Ships with single-shot adapter, but accepts any 457/455 magazine


• American-style push-to-fire safety


• Adjustable trigger