The CZ 457 Varmint Left-Handed is a bolt-action rifle in .22 LR built specifically for left-handed shooters, with the bolt handle on the left side. The 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel is finished in black nitride, the action is in a fixed Turkish walnut varmint-style stock, and the whole package weighs 7.08 lbs. Capacity is 5+1 rounds via detachable magazine. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: CZ 457 Varmint 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Bolt Action (Left-Handed) 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds (detachable magazine) 
• Weight: 7.08 lbs 
• Finish: Black Nitride with Turkish Walnut Stock 
• Safety Mechanism: Two-position safety 
   

Detailed Features 

• Cold Hammer Forged Barrel: Consistent bore dimensions from the factory; CZ's standard rimfire barrel process. 
   
• Adjustable Trigger System: Pull weight adjusts to user preference. 
   
• Left-Handed Bolt Configuration: The bolt handle, safety, and ejection port are configured for natural left-hand operation. 
   
• Fixed Varmint Style Stock: Wide Turkish walnut forend provides a stable platform on a bench or rest.

Left-handed shooters don't have many precision bolt-action rimfire options at this price point, and the CZ 457 Varmint LH addresses that gap directly. The left-handed bolt configuration is the primary reason buyers choose this variant, and it's well-executed. The controls work naturally without forcing awkward adaptations.

Accuracy draws the same praise it gets across the 457 Varmint lineup. The cold hammer-forged barrel produces consistent groups, and the adjustable trigger improves the experience once dialed in. The Turkish walnut stock is appreciated for both its looks and its functional varmint-style forend geometry.

At 7.08 lbs, it's a bench gun rather than a carry rifle. Left-handed buyers who understand that are uniformly satisfied. The weight helps stability when shooting from a rest, which is the rifle's intended use case.

Value is generally seen as good given the wood stock, left-handed configuration, and accuracy. A few buyers note they wish for higher magazine capacity, but 5+1 is typical for the CZ 457 platform. Aftermarket accessories for the 457 are available if customization is a priority.