CZ 527 American vs Martini-Henry

2005–Present

1871–1889

Estimated 150,000+ units (all variants)

Over 500,000

1,054 mm (41.5 in)

1,245mm (49 in)

559 mm (22 in)

840mm (33 in)

2.9 kg (6.4 lb) empty

3.8 kg (8.4 lb) unloaded

5 rounds (detachable box magazine)

Single-shot breech-loading

Controlled-round-feed bolt-action, micro-Mauser action

Falling-block, lever operated

Single-set trigger (adjustable sear)

Single-stage

None (drilled and tapped for scope mounts)

Ladder rear sight graduated to 1,800 yards, barleycorn front