Trying to age my BRNO Model 5... - The Firearms Forum

Kent Detective · 09-23-2010, 12:12 PM

I know my CZ Model 2EH is a 1990 model. Not sure why it's a Model 2EH and not marked a straightforward 452?

I have no idea how old the Model 5 is. It's serial number is in my signature below. I can't check the barrel - I haven't access to the gun at the moment because it's being held for me by a Kent based RFD.

I presume it's possible to age the gun by it's serial number alone?

Both rifles are in superb condition. The Model 5 is particularly nice looking as it has a oiled walnut stock. I paid £300 for both guns. The seller tells me that the model 5 is a rare gun and that I could sell it for £300 on it's own? They are so nice I don't think I will ever sell either... They are KEEPERS!

Herewith pics of my Model 5.

Thanks in anticipation...
Neil

300 H&H · 09-23-2010, 07:27 PM

Pretty easy really...

On the left side of the barrel just ahead of the reciever, you should find "proof marks" and a two digit number. That numer is the last two digits of the year of manufacture. Brno ceased production I beleive in 2003 or so. Your CZ is marked the same way....

Hope this helps
Kirk

300 H&H · 09-23-2010, 07:49 PM

By the way that no. 5 is BEAUTIFUL!!!

Kent Detective · 09-24-2010, 11:04 AM

I registered with Rimfire Central a month or so back. Although I can enter my registration details and sign in, I am still unable to post any replies or make a new thread. I think the site may have limited access to those outside the states, either that or my registration is still waiting to be made live by a moderator?

It is the best rimfire website out there by far....

Annoying or what....

Yes both my guns are excellent buys - perfect examples. Here are pics of my 2EH. This was made in 1990. The Model 5 (above) was made in 1974.

Thanks for the kind and helpful advice by the way.

Best Wishes
Neil

09-23-2010, 12:12 PM	#1
Kent Detective V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ENGLAND, UK Posts: 121	Trying to age my BRNO Model 5... I know my CZ Model 2EH is a 1990 model. Not sure why it's a Model 2EH and not marked a straightforward 452? I have no idea how old the Model 5 is. It's serial number is in my signature below. I can't check the barrel - I haven't access to the gun at the moment because it's being held for me by a Kent based RFD. I presume it's possible to age the gun by it's serial number alone? Both rifles are in superb condition. The Model 5 is particularly nice looking as it has a oiled walnut stock. I paid £300 for both guns. The seller tells me that the model 5 is a rare gun and that I could sell it for £300 on it's own? They are so nice I don't think I will ever sell either... They are KEEPERS! Herewith pics of my Model 5. Thanks in anticipation... Neil Attached Images __________________ My Licenced Firearms: 1. BRNO Model 5 (Made 1966 Mint Example). 2. CZ Model 511 (Semi Auto). 3. AYA "Yeoman" 12g (Dads old S/S shotgun). Neil's Website: http://www.kentfallen.com --> Last edited by Kent Detective; 09-23-2010 at 01:21 PM..

09-23-2010, 07:27 PM	#2
300 H&H Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,796	Re: Trying to age my BRNO Model 5... Pretty easy really... On the left side of the barrel just ahead of the reciever, you should find "proof marks" and a two digit number. That numer is the last two digits of the year of manufacture. Brno ceased production I beleive in 2003 or so. Your CZ is marked the same way.... Hope this helps Kirk Last edited by 300 H&H; 09-23-2010 at 07:30 PM..

09-23-2010, 07:49 PM	#3
300 H&H Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,796	Re: Trying to age my BRNO Model 5... By the way that no. 5 is BEAUTIFUL!!!

09-24-2010, 11:04 AM	#4
Kent Detective V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ENGLAND, UK Posts: 121	Re: Trying to age my BRNO Model 5... I registered with Rimfire Central a month or so back. Although I can enter my registration details and sign in, I am still unable to post any replies or make a new thread. I think the site may have limited access to those outside the states, either that or my registration is still waiting to be made live by a moderator? It is the best rimfire website out there by far.... Annoying or what.... Yes both my guns are excellent buys - perfect examples. Here are pics of my 2EH. This was made in 1990. The Model 5 (above) was made in 1974. Thanks for the kind and helpful advice by the way. Best Wishes Neil Attached Images __________________ My Licenced Firearms: 1. BRNO Model 5 (Made 1966 Mint Example). 2. CZ Model 511 (Semi Auto). 3. AYA "Yeoman" 12g (Dads old S/S shotgun). Neil's Website: http://www.kentfallen.com Last edited by Kent Detective; 09-24-2010 at 11:07 AM..