CZ Sharp-Tail
Česká zbrojovka a.s. · Shotgun · In Production · 2006
Also known as: CZ-USA Sharp-Tail, Sharp-Tail SXS
Overview
The CZ Sharp-Tail is a side-by-side double-barrel shotgun built on an Anson & Deeley-style boxlock action with a color case-hardened receiver. Manufactured for CZ by Huğlu in Turkey, it chambers up to 3-inch shells, feeds two rounds, and uses a single selectable mechanical trigger with automatic ejectors. It ships with five flush interchangeable choke tubes, a Turkish walnut stock, and a semi-beavertail forend, positioning it as an affordable break-action upland and clays gun.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3311 g (116.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1162 mm (45.75") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Selective |
| Magazine Capacity | 2 rounds |
| Magazine Type | None |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Color Case Hardened |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12ga, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Break Open Dual Chamber
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Side By Side Barrels, Boxlock Action, Single Selectable Trigger, Automatic Ejectors, Five Interchangeable Choke Tubes, Semi Beavertail Forend, Turkish Walnut Stock
Variants
- CZ Sharp-Tail Target — Target
- CZ Sharp-Tail Coach — Short Barrel
Production
Production years: 2006-present
Civilian sporting shotgun; production figures not published
Origin
Country of origin: Czech Republic
Notes
Made under contract by Huğlu of Turkey for CZ. Offered in 12, 16, 20, and 28 gauge as well as .410 bore. Companion models include the longer-barreled Sharp-Tail Target for clays and the short-barreled Sharp-Tail Coach.
Background
The Sharp-Tail takes its name from the sharp-tailed grouse, reflecting CZ's branding of the gun as an upland bird hunter's side-by-side.