{"id":12401,"date":"2025-11-24T15:45:59","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T15:45:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/rimfire-setup-that-wont-break-the-bank-cz-457-tract-22-fire-scope\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","slug":"the-rimfire-setup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-rimfire-setup\/","title":{"rendered":"Rimfire Setup That Won&#8217;t Break The Bank: CZ 457 + TRACT 22 FIRE Scope"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#The_Rimfire_Setup_That_Wont_Break_The_Bank_CZ_457_TRACT_22_FIRE_Scope\" >The Rimfire Setup That Won&#8217;t Break The Bank: CZ 457 + TRACT 22 FIRE Scope<\/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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#CZ_457_Affordable_Accuracy_with_Heirloom_Quality\" >CZ 457: Affordable Accuracy with Heirloom Quality<\/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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#TRACT_22_FIRE_Rimfire_Scope_Premium_Features_Incredible_Price_Rimfire_Setup\" >TRACT 22 FIRE Rimfire Scope: Premium Features, Incredible Price Rimfire Setup<\/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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#Real_Results_on_the_Range\" >Real Results on the Range<\/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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#Why_You_Cant_Afford_Not_to_Own_This_Setup_Rimfire_Setup\" >Why You Can\u2019t Afford Not to Own This Setup: Rimfire Setup<\/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\/the-rimfire-setup\/#Final_Word_on_Rimfire_Setup\" >Final Word on Rimfire Setup<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Rimfire_Setup_That_Wont_Break_The_Bank_CZ_457_TRACT_22_FIRE_Scope\"><\/span>The Rimfire Setup That Won&#8217;t Break The Bank: CZ 457 + TRACT 22 FIRE Scope<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mSYkkrw-b8U?si=ZHdWHN6aZDnL3Pg3\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><p>When it comes to investing in <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/shooting-22lr-rifle-in-a-whole-new-way\/\">rimfire<\/a> setup, shooters often face a tough choice: invest in high-end gear or settle for budget equipment that compromises performance. But what if you could have both\u2014<strong>heirloom <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/understanding-ultra-high-definition-in-optics\/\">quality<\/a> and affordability<\/strong>\u2014in one setup?<\/p><p>Josh from <span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff6600\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@PursuitofAccuracy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Pursuit of Accuracy<\/em><\/a><\/strong><\/span> recently put together a build that proves you can. His combination of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-manners-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CZ 457 rifle<\/strong><\/a> and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/toric-34mm-4-25x50\/\">TRACT<\/a> 22 FIRE Rimfire Scope<\/strong> delivers accuracy, reliability, and premium features without breaking the bank.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CZ_457_Affordable_Accuracy_with_Heirloom_Quality\"><\/span>CZ 457: Affordable Accuracy with Heirloom Quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Josh\u2019s build starts with the legendary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-manners-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CZ 457 action<\/strong><\/a>\u2014a platform known for precision and durability. In his words, this <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/the-best-coyote-hunting-cartridges\/\">rifle<\/a> is \u201cbone stock,\u201d meaning no expensive aftermarket bolt or handle upgrades. Yet it still delivers the accuracy rimfire shooters demand.<\/p><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Key highlights<\/span><\/strong> from his setup:<\/p><ul><li><strong>GRS Laminate Stock<\/strong>: Adjustable length of pull and cheek riser, with rock-solid fit and finish. No wiggle, no compromise\u2014just tight, reliable hardware.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/riflebarrels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Lilja Drop-In Barrel<\/strong><\/a>: While not the cheapest option, <a href=\"https:\/\/riflebarrels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lilja barrels<\/a> are renowned for pairing beautifully with match-grade ammo like ELEY. The result? Consistent, tight groups that inspire confidence.<\/li><li><strong>Factory Trigger<\/strong>: Even without upgrades, the CZ trigger performed smoothly. Josh noted that a Timney trigger could elevate the experience further, but the stock trigger was already \u201ceasy to shoot.\u201d<\/li><\/ul><figure id=\"attachment_9325\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9325\" style=\"width: 517px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9325\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/22-fire-setup.png\" alt=\"The Rimfire Setup\" width=\"517\" height=\"372\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9325\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Rimfire Setup &#8211; CZ 457 + TRACT 22 FIRE Scope<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This rifle isn\u2019t just accurate\u2014it\u2019s versatile. Whether you\u2019re shooting off a bipod, bags, or off-hand in the woods, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-manners-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CZ 457<\/a> adapts effortlessly.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRACT_22_FIRE_Rimfire_Scope_Premium_Features_Incredible_Price_Rimfire_Setup\"><\/span>TRACT 22 FIRE Rimfire Scope: Premium Features, Incredible Price Rimfire Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>The star of Josh\u2019s review was the <strong>TRACT 22 FIRE Rimfire Scope<\/strong>. Designed specifically for rimfire shooters, it delivers <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/understanding-ultra-high-definition-in-optics\/\">clarity<\/a> and functionality at a price point that\u2019s hard to beat.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Josh\u2019s verdict:<\/strong><\/span> <strong><em>\u201cFor $344, this thing is pretty freaking hard to beat.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p>Here\u2019s why:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Price Point<\/strong>: $344 for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4\u201312&#215;40 AO T-Plex Dot<\/a> model, or just $294 for the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-3-9x40-t-plex-rimfire-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22 FIRE 3\u20139&#215;40 T-Plex<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Optical Quality<\/strong>: Surprisingly bright, crisp glass that rivals scopes costing much more.<\/li><li><strong>Adjustable Parallax<\/strong>: Down to 10 yards\u2014perfect for rimfire ranges.<\/li><li><strong>Simple Zero Reset<\/strong>: Lift, rotate, and drop the turret back in place. Easy, intuitive, and reliable.<\/li><li><strong>Compact Design<\/strong>: One-inch tube with a 40mm objective, making it lightweight and practical for all-purpose rimfire use.<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@PursuitofAccuracy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Josh<\/a>, who regularly shoots with high-end optics like the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC ELR<\/a>, admitted he was \u201cpleasantly surprised\u201d by the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/22-fire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22 FIRE<\/a>. It\u2019s proof that you don\u2019t need to spend thousands to get competition-ready clarity.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9326\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9326\" style=\"width: 504px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9326\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/22-fire-dot-1024x671.png\" alt=\"The Rimfire Setup\" width=\"504\" height=\"331\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9326\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Rimfire Setup<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real_Results_on_the_Range\"><\/span>Real Results on the Range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Josh tested the setup with <strong>ELEY Match<\/strong> and <strong>Lapua 10X<\/strong> ammo, producing tight, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/toric-4-25x50-elr-rifle-scope-accessories\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">repeatable groups<\/a>. His takeaways:<\/p><ul><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Consistent Accuracy<\/strong><\/span>: Multiple groups stacked tightly, with only the occasional flyer.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Easy Handling<\/strong>:<\/span> The rifle and scope combo felt natural, even with a simple double-bag setup.<\/li><li><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>All-Purpose Performance<\/strong><\/span>: From benchrest to off-hand shooting, the CZ 457 + <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRACT 22 FIRE 4-12&#215;40 AO<\/a> proved versatile and reliable.<\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>As Josh put it<\/strong><\/span>: <em>\u201c<strong>This is a freaking winning combination if you want an all-purpose, really nice rifle.<\/strong>\u201d<\/em><\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Cant_Afford_Not_to_Own_This_Setup_Rimfire_Setup\"><\/span>Why You Can\u2019t Afford Not to Own This Setup: Rimfire Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>For rimfire shooters, the CZ 457 paired with the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRACT 22 FIRE 4-12&#215;40 AO<\/a> Rimfire Scope hits the sweet spot:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Affordable investment<\/strong> without sacrificing quality.<\/li><li><strong>Heirloom-level craftsmanship<\/strong> in the rifle and stock.<\/li><li><strong>Premium optics performance<\/strong> at a budget-friendly price.<\/li><li><strong>Confidence on the range<\/strong> with consistent accuracy and clarity.<\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Josh summed it up perfectly:<\/strong><\/span> <em>\u201cIf you\u2019re looking for an all-purpose rifle, really look no further. This thing is as good as it\u2019s gonna get for the price.\u201d<\/em><\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9329\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9329\" style=\"width: 524px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9329\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/22-fire-1024x668.png\" alt=\"The Rimfire Setup\" width=\"524\" height=\"342\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9329\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Rimfire Setup<\/figcaption><\/figure><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word_on_Rimfire_Setup\"><\/span>Final Word on Rimfire Setup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>The <span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff6600\" href=\"https:\/\/www.czfirearms.com\/en-us\/products\/rimfire-rifles\/cz-457-series\/cz-457-manners-mtr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CZ 457<\/a><\/strong><\/span> and <span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ff6600\" href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/22-fire-4-12x40-adjustable-objective-t-plex-dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">22 FIRE 4-12&#215;40 AO Rimfire Scope<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>prove that precision doesn\u2019t have to come with a premium price tag. Whether you\u2019re a new shooter building your first rimfire rifle or a seasoned competitor looking for a budget-friendly backup, this setup delivers performance you can trust.<\/p><p><strong>You can\u2019t afford not to own it.<\/strong><\/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 loading=\"lazy\" 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>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to investing in rimfire setup, shooters often face a tough choice: invest in high-end gear or settle for budget equipment that compromises performance. 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