Why the CZ Love?

[CandRFan]

Here's a pic of my CZ85 Combat. I love this handgun for the same reasons that have been posted by other CZ fans. The CZ handguns really live up to the "quiet" hype about them. I will be buying one of their compact models as soon as I get the funds. The CZ85 Combat includes ambidextrous slide stop and safety, adjustable rear sight, and no firing pin safety.

 

[Colt556]

I've had good luck with Duracoat. I sprayed the barrel the frame color on the 88 and after hundreds of rounds, it's only now starting to wear on the lugs. Once baked, it's pretty durable.

I thought it was Duracoat. Looks good. The KG Coat is similar and has been pretty durable. He sprays it on and then bakes it in a toaster oven bought at a yard sale. I have 2 .45s that were done over a year ago and still look new. I've shot maybe a few hundred rounds through them.

 

[strahd71]

I like CZ a lot. I just wish they had a decocker

Jake

 

[LEaSH]

If you look for them, you'll find some with decockers.

I prefer the standard safety, myself.

 

[Rob377]

I like CZ a lot. I just wish they had a decocker

Jake

CZ-75BD and the SP01 "tactical" both have decockers.

The non-decocker models will have a better trigger, and manually decocking is no big deal.

 

[hopcam]

I like CZ a lot. I just wish they had a decocker

Jake

The P-01 also has a decocker. They also make a 2075 Rami with one as well.

 

[strahd71]

hey thanks for the info guys! i wasnt aware they were making anything with a decocker. been quite a while since i looked.

jake

 

[jd4320t]

I've never owned or shot one but the first time I picked one up it felt great in my hand.

 

[Birds Away]

If cash is an issue, it always seems to be, you can begin your own CZ love affair with a CZ 82 or 83. They are virtually identical guns which share the same magazines. The 82 is chambered in 9x18 Makarov and the 83 in .380acp. These guns are available all over in the low $200s. They have a similar manual of arms as the bigger CZs, are affordable and are excellent platforms for refinishing and upgrading. I had both and loved them. I eventually sold the 83 as I saw no need to keep the .380 when Makarov is a superior round at lower prices if buying in bulk.

 

[Mad Macs]

It's going to be tough letting the 97B go, but college tuition is a calling this summer.

I saw that in the classifieds. Good price, and it's been tempting me but my next purchase is a Kadet or Kadet kit

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

I like CZ a lot. I just wish they had a decocker

Jake

My SP-01 Phantom has a decocker and as said above, my P-01 does too.

 

[Mad Macs]

Sweet, just found a Kadet kit for under $300 used.

 

[kazaam]

Damn, I thought the kadet kit was supposed to be cheap! How much is that sucker new? Grats on finding a deal!

 

[Mad Macs]

Damn, I thought the kadet kit was supposed to be cheap! How much is that sucker new? Grats on finding a deal!

Everything CZ used to be inexpensive, then they became popular. IF you can find the Kadet kit in stock anywhere (good luck with that) they are almost $400 shipped. I can't even find the Kadet pistol in stock consistently when I have cash burning a hole in my pocket and they run $600. I picked up the kadet kit for $275 shipped lightly used.

 

[kazaam]

Wow, thanks for the info...that's nuts.

 

[blamecharles]

Everything CZ used to be inexpensive, then they became popular. IF you can find the Kadet kit in stock anywhere (good luck with that) they are almost $400 shipped. I can't even find the Kadet pistol in stock consistently when I have cash burning a hole in my pocket and they run $600. I picked up the kadet kit for $275 shipped lightly used.

Good deal on that, I want one as well.

 

[Colt556]

Sweet, just found a Kadet kit for under $300 used.

A few years ago I couldn't get $250 for one NIB! Dang ppl are liking CZs now. Good find for you though...

 

[Mad Macs]

A few years ago I couldn't get $250 for one NIB! Dang ppl are liking CZs now. Good find for you though...

Thanks, I want the wife to start with something like this to learn to shoot. Plus I'd like to spend an hour or two at the range for less $$.

 

[Colt556]

Thanks, I want the wife to start with something like this to learn to shoot. Plus I'd like to spend an hour or two at the range for less $$.

Most of the Kadet kits I've seen need a little fitting, but not to bad. Once fit they worked great.

 

[turnandshoot4]

OK. I've always considered myself a "gun guy". Maintaining and repairing guns is actually part of my job. I can diagnose, repair, properly maintain, modify, or customize, just about anything on a Glock, 1911, Beretta, AR-15, and many others.

I also considered myself very familiar with many different types of firearms. But, I have to admit. I've never even heard of the CZ brand before I became a member here. I'm also embarrassed to admit, I've never given one a good look in person, and I've never even held one let along shot one.

Reading a lot of posts on here is getting me interested in getting to know more about their line of firearms.

So, can some of you CZ fans out there tell me, what do you like so much about your CZ and which model best represents the brand? If I were to buy a CZ, which model would convince me to buy more?

Thanks,

Kick

If you like to find out, send me a PM. I've got a SP-01 you can shoot.