The Perfect EDC is a… $700 Machine Pistol? The VZ61 Skorpion

Published on June 24, 2023
Duration: 8:10

Micah Mayfield reviews the VZ61 Skorpion, a $700 machine pistol chambered in .32 ACP. Despite its 'anemic' caliber, the Skorpion demonstrates surprising close-range accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups. The video highlights its unique vertical brass ejection, historical significance, and its status as a true machine pistol.

Quick Summary

The VZ61 Skorpion is a $700 machine pistol chambered in .32 ACP that demonstrates surprising close-range accuracy, achieving sub-MOA groups. It features unique vertical brass ejection and is a true machine pistol design, with historical ties to North Korean special forces.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro and Shooting Montage
  2. 01:21Introducing the VZ61 Skorpion & Legal Issues
  3. 02:49Sponsorship: Americana Pipedream Apparel
  4. 03:34History and Pop Culture of the Skorpion
  5. 04:44Accuracy Testing: Sub-MOA Groups
  6. 05:12Technical Quirks: Sights & .32 ACP Caliber
  7. 06:32Receiver Details & True Machine Pistol Design

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the VZ61 Skorpion and what caliber does it use?

The VZ61 Skorpion is a compact machine pistol manufactured in Czechoslovakia. This review focuses on a civilian semi-automatic version chambered in .32 ACP (7.65x17mm Browning), known for its small size and unique design.

How accurate is the VZ61 Skorpion?

Surprisingly, the VZ61 Skorpion demonstrated impressive close-range accuracy in testing, achieving very tight sub-MOA groups on a cardboard target, exceeding expectations for its platform and caliber.

What are some unique features of the VZ61 Skorpion?

A notable feature is its vertical ejection port, which throws spent casings straight up into the air. It's also a true machine pistol designed from the ground up, not a conversion.

What is the historical significance of the VZ61 Skorpion?

The VZ61 Skorpion has a history of use by special forces, notably in North Korea, and has also been observed in conflicts like the one in Ukraine. It's also recognized from its appearances in video games.

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