Description

**C&R FFL OK**

The CZ 27, also known as the Pistole Modell 27, is a semi-automatic pistol manufactured in Czechoslovakia by Česká Zbrojovka (CZ). Here’s a simplified overview, especially focusing on those produced during the Nazi occupation:

1. Type: The CZ 27 is a semi-automatic pistol, which means it automatically chambers the next round from a detachable magazine after each shot is fired.
2. Caliber: It is chambered in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning), a common caliber for self-defense and service pistols of the time.
3. Design:
   • The pistol features a simple blowback design.
   • It has a fixed barrel, which aids in accuracy.
   • The frame and slide are usually made of steel.
   • It often has a checkered grip made of either wood or plastic.
4. Operation: The CZ 27 has a single-action trigger mechanism. It typically has a manual safety lever on the left side of the frame.
5. Use: Originally designed for law enforcement and military use, the CZ 27 was later adopted for widespread use by German forces during World War II.
6. Nazi Markings:
   • Pistols produced during the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia (1939-1945) often bear Nazi markings, such as the Waffenamt (weapon office) acceptance marks.
   • These marks typically include an eagle and swastika, along with the code “WaA76”, indicating inspection and acceptance by German military officials.
   • These markings add historical significance and collector interest to these pistols.
7. Legacy: The CZ 27 is appreciated by collectors and historians for its robust design, historical significance, and the role it played during World War II. Nazi-marked examples are particularly sought after due to their direct connection to the period and their relative rarity compared to non-marked versions.

The CZ 27 remains an important piece of 20th-century firearms history, representing both Czechoslovakian engineering and its adaptation and use during a significant period of global conflict.