At Zenith Firearms, we don’t just build MP5s – we keep them alive. We’re proud to handle the full lifecycle of a firearm, from building them from scratch to bringing them back to life through expert refurbishment. Our master gunsmiths and experienced team are committed to restoring vintage roller-delayed blowback firearms This recent project is […]
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Here’s a fact for you. Frequent cleaning and lubrication will keep your ZF-5 smoother shooting, in better shape, and protected against corrosion. Even if you shoot cartridges loaded with non-corrosive primers and propellant, a dirty MP5 barrel and action can complicate feeding, ejection, and overall performance. Periodic cleaning and lubrication prevent premature wear and component
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Just like, well, anything in life, you can’t develop proficiency without practice. What is it they say? Practice makes perfect? Well, perfect is a strong word. Let’s go with practice makes better. And if you want to be a better shooter – better, in this case, being more confident and more accurate – you need
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Just like, well, anything in life, you can’t develop proficiency without practice. What is it they say? Practice makes perfect? Well, perfect is a strong word. Let’s go with practice makes better. And if you want to be a better shooter – better, in this case, being more confident and more accurate – you need
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As the premier American-made MP5, the ZF-5 leads its class in terms of value, reliability, and perhaps most importantly, faithfully capturing the details of the original HK MP5. But if you’re going to put good money into one – and since they are much more affordable than the Heckler & Koch original – you might
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Ready to push the boundaries of performance and reliability? These innovative rifles redefine the roller-delayed blowback platform, combining cutting-edge technology with classic design principles for anunmatched shooting experience. Unveiling the Next Level in Roller-Delayed Technology The ZF-56 & ZF-300 represent a significant leap forward in roller-delayed blowback firearms. We’ve meticulously crafted these rifles using state-of-the-art
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In previous blogs, we’ve spoken about the cost of an HK MP5 as one of the main reasons that you should seriously consider an American-made MP5 as an alternative, like our ZF-5. That remains an viable option, and our complete ZF-5 packages have everything you need (less 9mm ammo) to get to the range and
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As the premier American-made MP5, the ZF-5 leads its class in terms of value, reliability, and perhaps most importantly, faithfully capturing the details of the original HK MP5. But if you’re going to put good money into one – and since they are much more affordable than the Heckler & Koch original – you might
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A clean gun will operate reliably and will encounter fewer problems associated with feeding, firing, and extraction. Moreover, a clean gun will hold its value better and will be less subject to the ravages of corrosion over the long term. You know well the importance of keeping your bolt carrier group and barrel clean. What
Cleaning Your MP5 Trigger Group: Importance and How-to Read More »
Congratulations: You just got a brand new MP5 magazine (or better yet, a bunch) and are ready to hit the range and get shooting. With a bunch of new mags, you won’t have to reload as frequently, which means you can spend more of your time shooting and less time loading. But did you know
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Call it a suppressor, a silencer, or a can, it’s the same thing – and one of the most common questions about our American-made MP5 is “Can you shoot the ZF-5 with a suppressor?” Good news: provided you have secured the proper paperwork/permits/legal prerequisites, yes, you can shoot the ZF-5 with a suppressor. Here’s what
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Colion Noir is one of the most impassioned and eloquent voices in the fight to preserve our fundamental rights. You may know him and just not be aware of it. He has prominently spoken on behalf of the NRA and has been featured in several promotional NRA news videos in the past ten years. He
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