BRNO BO 802

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The History of Brno

The history of the Brno company or Czechoslovak Armory (Československá zbrojovka) as it was known prior to WWI, began in the city of Brno in the Czech Republic, formerly known as Czechoslovakia. In 1918, the Brno Rifles factory was established. Before 1918, Brno Plant was an arsenal located in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Brno started producing Mauser 98 rifles in 1920 after buying excess weapons and equipment from Mauser-Oberndorf. These Brno-produced Mausers had a 98/22 designation stamped onto the receivers marking the year of production.

In the period between WWI and WWII, Brno collaborated with the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield, England to develop a well-known Bren light machine gun. They produced weapons for the Czechoslovakian and German armies during World War II. After the war, the company was nationalized by the Czechoslovakian government and renamed Zbrojovka Brno. While it was under socialist control until 1989, it switched to the production of sporting weapons which quickly gained a reputation for their reliability. For some time, the company also produced light artillery and several other products such as tractors, typewriters, and early computers.

During the years they presented numerous models of weaponry such as the ZB vz. 26 light machine gun, ZB-50 heavy machine gun, the MG34, several bolt action rifles, ZKM and ZH series, ZKR 551 handgun etc.

The company was privatized in 1990, just three years before Czechoslovakia split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Zbrojovka Brno was acquired by Česká zbrojovka (CZ) in 2008. With the new ownership, they agreed to a longer lease, which allows the business to continue production in rented facilities. They still make high-end products for hunting and competition, including pistols, single-shot and double rifles, combination rifles, as well as over/under shotguns.

Brno BO 802 Rifle Review

The Brno BO 802 combination gun is a versatile and well-designed weapon that offers both rifle and shotgun capabilities. The rifle uses a lever for opening and loading the barrels. The 600 mm barrels provide ample length for both shotgun gauges and rifle cartridges, and the automatic safety positioned on the action tang is a helpful feature for ensuring the safe handling of the weapon.

One of the standout features of the Brno BO 802 is its ammo case extractor. This convenient addition allows for the easy removal of spent cartridges, making it quick and simple to reload the gun. Additionally, the inclusion of two triggers - one for the rifle barrel and one for the shotgun barrel - is a clever design choice that allows for easy switching between the two. The adjustable set trigger on the rifle barrel is a nice touch and can be useful for achieving greater accuracy when shooting.

Another aspect of the Brno BO 802 that is worth mentioning is its compatibility with optic mounts. This is a useful feature for those who prefer to shoot with a scope, as it allows for greater precision and accuracy when aiming. Contrary to most Brno Combination guns that are usually equipped with a dovetail, the mounting surface on Brno BO 802 comes with two holes which are drilled and tapped to accept mounting screws.

Overall, the Brno BO 802 combination gun appears to be a high-quality and reliable weapon, with a range of useful features that make it suitable for a variety of shooting situations.

Brno BO 802

Figure 1: Brno BO 802, chambered for .30-06 Spr. and 12 ga (Source: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/71232382_brno-802-10-ou-12-ga30-06-cal-sn-1289)

Brno BO 802 Calibers

The rifle is chambered for the following calibers:

.243 Win.
6.5x57 R
7x65 R
.308 Win.
.30-06 Spr.
8x57 JRS

Gauges

12 ga

Brno BO 802 combination guns come with two holes at the top of the receiver which are suitable for installing scope mounts.

The receiver of Brno 802

Figure 2: The receiver of Brno 802, chambered for .308 Win. and 12 ga (Source: https://www.icollector.com/Brno-Model-BO802-12-Ga-3-Over-308-Win-Cal-Over-Under-Combination-Shotgun-Rifle-w-600-mm-bbl_i27679011)

Unfortunately, we were not able to find the exact distance between the holes for this rifle. Should you happen to own Brno BO 802, we would greatly appreciate it if you could share with us the information regarding the distance. You can contact us anytime at info@optics-trade.eu. Thank you for your help.

Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Brno BO 802

Rifles That Have One-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Brno BO 802

For one-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, mounting surfaces on these rifles must match in every dimension. Rifles that have one-piece mounts interchangeable with Brno BO 802 are the following:

Brno BO 803

Rifles That Have Two-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Brno BO 802

For two-piece mounts to be interchangeable, the mounting surfaces of the rifle must match in every dimension except the action length which can vary. Rifles that have two-piece mounts interchangeable with Brno BO 802 are the following:

Brno BO 803

Best Scope Mounts for Brno BO 802

Fixed Scope Mounts for Brno BO 802

Due to the specific design of the mounting surface, there are not many mounting solutions available for Brno BO 802. However, this Kozap Slip-on one piece mount is a perfect match and should expand the mounting possibilities. It is made of high-quality steel and comes with a ten-year warranty.

Help Us Build Our Riflescope Mounts Database

If you happen to own this or any other rifle, we would appreciate it if you could help us expand our database by sending us some photos of the rifle receiver (the bare mounting surface of the rifle without the scope mounts installed). For your help, our company offers a fair return in terms of practical rewards.

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