Posted: 8/12/2012 7:57:12 AM EDT
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I don't know much about them. I found a used, in new condition, P 01 for 485 with regular and night sights, 3 mags and an extra recoil spring for 485. Are they really an underrated company? |
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I've got a 85B and a 550 American. I'm still familiarizing myself with the 500, but the 85B is like an extension of my hand. It's very accurate and it's very reliable. I've got 1500-2000 rounds through it and I've only had one stoppage that was caused by a powder puff WWB round. The gun you are looking at is worth owning. Is it worth that price? That's a more difficult call to make. Like an earlier post says, that price isn't far below what they should go for new. On the other hand, used CZs aren't exactly common.
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I absolutely love my P 01. It feels amazing in my hand and I've been able to get some really tight groupings the last couple times I've gone out shooting with it. I don't have too high of a round count through it but so far it's ran without a hiccup.
The only thing I don't like is that it has kinda dissuaded me from buying another 9 mm because I'm quite confident I don't think I can find anything I'll like better. 
YMMV of course, but CZ is awesome as far as I'm concerned! |
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Yep, same place has a new one for 535 but the extra mag is worth 35 alone plus whatever the spring and extra sights are worth. It may come down to how "new condition" it is.
You can get a new one for a little more. Mags can be found for cheaper. Best prices HERE Mecgar makes some of the CZ factory mags. |
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Quoted: If I lost every gun I own today, tomorrow I replace my CZ. The rest we'll see about. I feel the same way, at least as far as handguns go. I've got a variety going, but if I lost them all, I'd probably get 1 1911, 1 tupperware carry gun, and a small pile of CZs.
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That computer is almost as old as your 75, lol. Nice 75 BTW. |
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That computer is almost as old as your 75, lol. Nice 75 BTW. Yea, took that one a few years ago. On a MBP now.
It's a weird mixmaster of B and pre-B features. I just bought it because it was a deal, but come to find out that if I had gone down the list of model changes and picked my favorites from each pile, I could scarcely have done better. It was the first centerfire pistol my wife shot and it makes us both look like better shooters than we are. I wish it had a blued finish though. CZ can put a blue on a pistol that should be seen to be believed. Colt and S&W did better in their glory days, but you can get the CZ now. |
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Anyone own the P07? You know there is a CZ forum on here right ? http://www.ar15.com/forums/f_5/37_CZ.html |
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Quoted: I've been there. I'm an instant gratification type of guy.Quoted: Anyone own the P07? You know there is a CZ forum on here right ? http://www.ar15.com/forums/f_5/37_CZ.html  You also seem to only get one type of opinion on a firearm the forum dedicated to. I want the good, bad and ugly now and if I buy one I'll head over to the CZ forum more often. |
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Anyone own the P07? You know there is a CZ forum on here right ? http://www.ar15.com/forums/f_5/37_CZ.html You also seem to only get one type of opinion on a firearm the forum dedicated to. I want the good, bad and ugly now and if I buy one I'll head over to the CZ forum more often.
I did a lot of research before I bought my 75B and have to say I didn't find any bad or ugly only good.I think it's a safe bet on any of the more popular CZ's like the 75b ,PCR,P07 and so on that they are a top choice in a great pistol.I got rid of a Sig 226 that I hated and the CZ is everything I was hoping for when I bought the Sig years ago but the Sig didn't deliver. Good luck in your research ,you will come around ,see you in the CZ forum ! |
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Pros: Inherently accurate design Reliable, by my standards Ergonomic Excellent model line including Shadow factory target models, SA models and SP01s Priced typically below $600 for most standard models CZ Custom has most everything needed for CZs .22 Kadet kit and pistols available for cheap practice Safety models can be carried DA or cocked and locked Cons: Factory triggers on the standard models can be creepy and typically aren't the best out of the box, my 75C trigger was horrible out of the box and has stayed that way Short slide height can make clearing drills difficult I've seen some lock up on reloads and have to be disassembled to return to service Seem to be difficult to find at times I think they're the best 9mm pistol available myself.  |
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Quoted: Which version of the CZ75 / 85 series has an ambi safety? Looked on CZ's website without success. Thanks in advance for the answer Off the top of my head: CZ 75 SA CZ 75 Matte Stainless CZ 75 SP01 CZ 85 CZ 85 Combat I'm not sure if all the versions of the stainless models have the ambi safety but my matte CZ 75B pistol has ambi safeties. |
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Quoted: Those grips you posted in the CZ forum made my pee pee swell. Pros: Inherently accurate design Reliable, by my standards Ergonomic Excellent model line including Shadow factory target models, SA models and SP01s Priced typically below $600 for most standard models CZ Custom has most everything needed for CZs .22 Kadet kit and pistols available for cheap practice Safety models can be carried DA or cocked and locked Cons: Factory triggers on the standard models can be creepy and typically aren't the best out of the box, my 75C trigger was horrible out of the box and has stayed that way Short slide height can make clearing drills difficult I've seen some lock up on reloads and have to be disassembled to return to service Seem to be difficult to find at times I think they're the best 9mm pistol available myself. |
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Anyone own the P07? It's my favorite 9mm. It points perfectly in my hand, like it was built for me. I've fired about 3500 rounds through it with no issues. The very early ones had some issues with IIRC a bulge in the mag well, but CZ has great CS from what I have heard. I also have a Dan Wesson PM from the CZ period and its beautiful. A great shooter with enough custom parts to rival much more expensive 1911s. |
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I'm interested in the P07 as well. Might be my next if I can find one to shoot first. Because of the P-07, I will be very, very cautious about ever buy another plastic gun from CZ. Don't misunderstand me, I LOVE their steel handguns, and usually carry an 85B Combat. I sent my P-07 back to the factory three times because of issues with the plastic frame bulging. This was not with +P ammo or anything, just regular pressure WWB and TulAmmo stuff. After about two thousand rounds, the frame was so bulged that the gun would not go into battery on it's own, and this was across three different frames over about a six month period. When I got the fourth frame (i.e. after it was replaced for the third time), I sold it without firing it, took about a $100 loss over what I paid for it. I read on another forum that CZ has since fixed the problem, but frankly, I'm not willing to give the model a fourth chance, and will stick with their steel-framed 9mm guns. There were also several people on here that noted problems with their .4X caliber guns from CZ (.40 S&W & .45 ACP). I don't shoot either of those calibers, so I can't personally comment on that. ETA: Quoted:
It's my favorite 9mm. It points perfectly in my hand, like it was built for me. I've fired about 3500 rounds through it with no issues. The very early ones had some issues with IIRC a bulge in the mag well, but CZ has great CS from what I have heard. The bulging was in the frame on the slide rails. CS never gave me any problems about returning it, but I had to pay shipping to them each time, to the tune of $50. So, when I sold the gun, I was out $150 in shipping + $100 in loss of value, for a total of $250 out of my pocket. |
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My PCR is about perfect. The SA trigger is just right, the DA trigger could be a bit smoother but it is ok and will be fine in a situation where I might have to use it fast. This gun has never failed to function in any way through about 2k rounds. The Kadet Kit I bought for it dropped right in and shoots .22LR about as accurately and more reliably than my Buckmark.
Accessories can be problematic. The IWB holster I bought for an XD-9 fits better for the PCR than it did for the XD but it is a single belt clip holster and does not hold the grip tight against my body. Most quality holster makers don't seem to list CZs among what they can fit and I have yet to buy one listed for an XD assuming it will work with my PCR. The only other drawback is that I don't think I will ever be able to pronounce what CZ stands for (Česká zbrojovka ). I first heard of CZ in my dirt bike riding days when they made a 500 cc single cylinder 2 stroke leg breaker that would launch you into a world of hurt in a heartbeat but riding one was a sure sign of someone with some serious cajones. |
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I own two CZ firearms. One is a CZ-550 Varmint in .22-250 that was cut a re-crowned. I also bedded the rifle. I have shot Sub-Moa 6.8" group out to 750 yards with it. I run out of talent past that distance though.
And I also own an early CZ-97B .45 with no front serrations, and in the deep polished blue finish. BEAST of a gun and beautiful. 
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