{"id":12399,"date":"2025-11-24T15:32:55","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T15:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/precision-rimfire-a-winning-combo-for-cz-457-toric-elr-34mm-eley-match\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","slug":"a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/","title":{"rendered":"Precision Rimfire A Winning Combo for CZ 457 + TORIC ELR 34mm + ELEY Match"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\"><div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#CZ_457_TORIC_ELR_34mm_ELEY_Match_A_Winning_Combo_for_Precision_Rimfire\" >CZ 457 + TORIC ELR 34mm + ELEY Match: A Winning Combo for Precision Rimfire<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#Precision_Starts_with_Lot_Testing_Precision_Rimfire\" >Precision Starts with Lot Testing: Precision Rimfire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#Why_the_TORIC_ELR_34mm_Stands_Out_Precision_Rimfire\" >Why the TORIC ELR 34mm Stands Out: Precision Rimfire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#Seeing_Bullet_Flight_The_Competitive_Edge_Precision_Rimfire\" >Seeing Bullet Flight: The Competitive Edge Precision Rimfire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#The_TRACT_Difference_Direct-to-Consumer_Direct-to-You\" >The TRACT Difference: Direct-to-Consumer, Direct-to-You<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#The_Winning_Combo\" >The Winning Combo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/a-winning-combo-for-precision-rimfire\/#Final_Word\" >Final Word<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CZ_457_TORIC_ELR_34mm_ELEY_Match_A_Winning_Combo_for_Precision_Rimfire\"><\/span>CZ 457 + TORIC ELR 34mm + ELEY Match: A Winning Combo for Precision Rimfire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4jeOPZbR2Ew?si=1OrtNwqUuj-R4olL\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><p>At TRACT, we believe <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/videosview\/trigger-pull-vs-follow-through\/\">precision rimfire<\/a> is about more than just hitting steel\u2014it\u2019s about confidence, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/understanding-ultra-high-definition-in-optics\/\">clarity<\/a>, and consistency. That\u2019s why we\u2019re proud to see respected shooters like Josh from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@PursuitofAccuracy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Pursuit of Accuracy<\/em> <\/a>showcasing how the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-chassis-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CZ 457 rifle<\/strong><\/a>, paired with the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-uhd-4-5-30x56-34mm-ffp-mrad-elr-extreme-long-range-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TORIC 4.5-30&#215;56 ELR 34mm scope<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eleyammunition.com\/eley-match-22lr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ELEY Match ammunition<\/strong><\/a>, delivers a winning formula for .22LR precision.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precision_Starts_with_Lot_Testing_Precision_Rimfire\"><\/span>Precision Starts with Lot Testing: Precision Rimfire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4jeOPZbR2Ew&#038;t=625s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Josh\u2019s video<\/a> begins with a simple but telling exercise: lot testing ELEY Match ammo through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-chassis-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CZ 457<\/a>. The results speak volumes:<\/p><ul><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>One-hole groups at 50 yards<\/strong>:<\/span> Several lots stacked rounds into the same hole, proving the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-best-coyote-hunting-cartridges\/\">rifle<\/a> and ammo combination can deliver match-winning consistency.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Rejecting poor performers<\/strong><\/span>: Not every lot made the cut, but that\u2019s the point\u2014lot testing ensures you find the batch that harmonizes with your rifle.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Confidence at distance<\/strong>:<\/span> Even at 180 yards, Josh kept groups within <strong>0.2 mils<\/strong>, showing how the right ammo and rifle pairing can stretch rimfire performance further than most expect.<\/li><\/ul><p>This kind of precision is what separates casual <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-best-coyote-hunting-cartridges\/\">shooting<\/a> from competition-ready performance.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9314\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9314\" style=\"width: 444px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eleyammunition.com\/eley-match-22lr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9314\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ELEY-match-22lr-ammunition.jpg\" alt=\"Precision Rimfire\" width=\"444\" height=\"333\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Precision Rimfire &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eleyammunition.com\/eley-match-22lr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ELEY Match Ammo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_TORIC_ELR_34mm_Stands_Out_Precision_Rimfire\"><\/span>Why the TORIC ELR 34mm Stands Out: Precision Rimfire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Josh\u2019s praise for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-uhd-4-5-30x56-34mm-ffp-mrad-elr-extreme-long-range-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 4.5-30&#215;56 ELR<\/a> 34mm was clear and consistent throughout his testing:<\/p><ul><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Unmatched <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/why-high-visibility-turrets-matter\/\">Glass Quality<\/a><\/strong><\/span>: \u201cSCHOTT HT glass clarity\u201d is how Josh described it. At this price point, shooters are often surprised by just how crisp and bright the image is.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>100 MOA or 30 MILS of Elevation Travel<\/strong>:<\/span> Rimfire shooters dial more than centerfire competitors, and the TORIC delivers the adjustment range needed for NRL22 and PRS-style matches.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Competition-Friendly Design<\/strong>:<\/span> Locking turrets, smooth parallax, and an elevated dial position allow shooters to stay on the gun while making adjustments\u2014saving precious seconds in a stage.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Refined Performance<\/strong>:<\/span> Josh compared the TORIC favorably against other optics in its class, noting its smooth operation and premium feel.<\/li><\/ul><p>For Josh, the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC<\/a> wasn\u2019t just impressive\u2014it was so good he plans to add another to his second competition rifle.<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center\"><a style=\"text-align: center;text-decoration: none\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/tractoptics.com?utm_medium=Trustbox&#038;utm_source=EmailNewsletter3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/emailsignature.trustpilot.com\/newsletter\/en-US\/3\/5fc7afaa58a6e200016f0dfc\/520\/170\/light@2x.png?stars=5,4,3,2,1&#038;fontSize=default\" alt=\"\" width=\"520\" height=\"170\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p><h2><\/h2><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seeing_Bullet_Flight_The_Competitive_Edge_Precision_Rimfire\"><\/span>Seeing Bullet Flight: The Competitive Edge Precision Rimfire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>One of the most powerful advantages Josh highlighted was the ability to <strong>see bullet flight and trace<\/strong> through the TORIC\u2019s glass:<\/p><ul><li>At <strong>100\u2013130 yards<\/strong>, he tracked bullet paths and made quick <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/toric-4-5-30x56-elr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">corrections for wind<\/a>.<\/li><li>At <strong>180 yards<\/strong>, he stacked hits within two-tenths of a mil, proving the optic\u2019s clarity helps shooters stay connected to their shots.<\/li><li>In competition, this matters: seeing trace allows shooters to correct misses mid-stage, often deciding whether they finish on the podium or further down the leaderboard.<\/li><\/ul><p>As Josh put it, \u201cIf you miss and don\u2019t see the bullet flight, you\u2019re pretty much lost. Seeing that bullet in air is going to be a huge help.\u201d<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9315\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9315\" style=\"width: 733px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-chassis-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9315\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/CZUSA_02329_3_QUARTER_LEFT_5_0261d11bb9-1024x334.png\" alt=\"Precision Rimfire\" width=\"733\" height=\"239\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Precision Rimfire &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-chassis-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CZ 457 CHASSIS MTR Rumfire Rifle<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_TRACT_Difference_Direct-to-Consumer_Direct-to-You\"><\/span>The TRACT Difference: Direct-to-Consumer, Direct-to-You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Perhaps the most telling part of Josh\u2019s experience wasn\u2019t just on the range\u2014it was when he picked up the phone.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4jeOPZbR2Ew&#038;t=625s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">In the video<\/a>, Josh calls TRACT and is immediately connected to <strong>Jon, the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">owner of the company<\/a><\/strong>. No call centers, no endless transfers\u2014just direct access to the people behind the product.<\/p><p>That\u2019s the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">TRACT<\/span> <\/strong><\/a>difference:<\/p><ul><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Direct-to-Consumer Model<\/strong>:<\/span> By selling directly, we deliver premium optics without the retail markup.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Personal Service<\/strong><\/span>: Whether by phone, chat, or email, our team is accessible and committed to helping shooters get the most from their gear.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Shooter-First Philosophy<\/strong><\/span>: We design optics for real-world performance, and we stand behind them with real-world support.<\/li><\/ul><p>Josh summed it up perfectly: <em>\u201cWhen you can call up and talk to the owner of the company, that\u2019s got to be good for us as shooters.\u201d<\/em><\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9319\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9319\" style=\"width: 586px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9319\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/CZ457-v2-1024x617.png\" alt=\"Precision Rimfire\" width=\"586\" height=\"353\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9319\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Precision Rimfire &#8211; Results You Can See!<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Winning_Combo\"><\/span>The Winning Combo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4jeOPZbR2Ew&#038;t=625s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Josh\u2019s verdict<\/a> is clear: the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-chassis-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CZ 457 Rimfire Rifle<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eleyammunition.com\/eley-match-22lr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ELEY Match ammo<\/strong><\/a>, and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-uhd-4-5-30x56-34mm-ffp-mrad-elr-extreme-long-range-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 4.5-30&#215;56 ELR<\/a> 34mm scope<\/strong> form a winning combination for precision rimfire. Together, they deliver:<\/p><ul><li>Consistent, one-hole accuracy<\/li><li>Premium glass clarity to track bullet flight<\/li><li>Competition-ready adjustments and design<\/li><li>Direct-to-consumer value and support<\/li><\/ul><p>For shooters looking to elevate their precision rimfire game, this trio offers the precision, clarity, and confidence needed to perform at the highest level.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word\"><\/span>Final Word<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>At TRACT, we\u2019re proud to support precision rimfire shooters like Josh who push the limits of what\u2019s possible with rimfire. His results prove that when you combine the right rifle, the right ammo, and the right optic, you don\u2019t just shoot\u2014you win.<\/p><p><strong>Experience the TORIC ELR 34mm for yourself. Discover the clarity, precision, and support that make TRACT different.<\/strong><!--EndFragment --><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At TRACT, we believe precision rimfire is about more than just hitting steel\u2014it\u2019s about confidence, clarity, and consistency. 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