Product Overview
.22 LR Universal Conversion Kit Information
The .22 LR Universal Conversion Kit is manufactured by Czech Small Arms and will fit and function with all three caliber vz. 61 pistols (.380 Auto, 9 mm Makarov, and 7.65 mm Browning).
Contents of the conversion kit
As shown in the photo, the kit includes the upper receiver complete and two 20 round magazines (magazines fit and function in all 3 caliber vz. 61 pistols). The bolt catch is not a functioning feature on the conversion kit. An instruction and overview sheet is included with each kit.
.22 LR components and manufacturing
This is an extremely high quality conversion kit that uses the same materials as that found on the other caliber vz. 61s. In other words, there is absolutely no zinc alloy/pot metal found with the conversion kit. In addition, CSA has confirmed that manufacturing time is longer for the .22 LR kit than it is for any other caliber upper receiver. The .22 LR conversion upper is the most expensive complete upper to manufacture too. Yes, more costly to manufacture than .380, 9 mm Makarov, or 7.65 mm Browning.
Recommended ammunition
Remove your existing upper receiver and replace with the .22 LR conversion kit and you are ready to shoot .22 LR. These conversion kits cycle well with round nose ammunition. We've had successful results with hollow point during our testing, but we recommend round nose bullets for the best results. Our favorite ammunition is the CCI brand, but we have found Aguila, Federal, and Winchester to cycle well during our testing too. We do not recommend Remington Golden Bullet bulk pack. As with any .22 LR conversion kit and/or firearm, experiment with ammunition and choose the brand and type that performs best for you.
