CZ 75 vs Sig P226

[kazaam]

50/50 now! Woweeee

 

[lucky4034]

Handle a Sig, then handle a Glock, then handle an H&K then go back and handle the CZ. Youll get it then.

I did this today and I almost shed tears... I held this damned CZ you people won't stop talking about and "I GET IT" and I want it... I didn't know that a pistol could feel so right in my hand and wonder why in the hell every gun maker doesn't make a gun that feels like that?

The only thing to figure out now is what are my options and what is important and what isn't?

Is the shadow worth the extra money? Or will the standard 75b do the trick? Whats the price difference etc... etc... etc...

 

[lucky4034]

50/50 now! Woweeee

The funny thing is its 50/50, but i don't see hardly anyone in this thread picking the Sig?

 

[melensdad]

The funny thing is its 50/50, but i don't see hardly anyone in this thread picking the Sig?

The other thing that is odd is that its 50/50 yet its hard to find a CZ in a local gunshop but there is a Sig in the display case of virtually every gunstore. Imagine how much more popular CZ would be, and how lob sided this poll would be, if people could actually find a CZ in shops.

 

[lucky4034]

The other thing that is odd is that its 50/50 yet its hard to find a CZ in a local gunshop but there is a Sig in the display case of virtually every gunstore. Imagine how much more popular CZ would be, and how lob sided this poll would be, if people could actually find a CZ in shops.

True that... Midwest Gun and Range has like 5 CZ Pistols and probably 40 different Sigs

 

[kazaam]

But do you guys see the higher end P226 elite stainless anywhere? Although im sure its not such a huge difference from the normal versions that it matters.

 

[hopcam]

But do you guys see the higher end P226 elite stainless anywhere? Although im sure its not such a huge difference from the normal versions that it matters.

no

 

[Theox]

I've heard so many people sing the praises of CZ. They're just simply well-engineered. My biggest hangup about them is that the design hasn't changed much over the years. Although newer definitely does not mean better, I went with a Sig SP2022 in .40SW for my first handgun and I absolutely love it. My buddy has a P226 and actually prefers my SP2022 to his simply because it's poly framed and lighter. For some reason, we both shoot it better too. You can find the SP2022 for about $400 as well in either caliber. I'd recommend it.

 

[Birds Away]

I did this today and I almost shed tears... I held this damned CZ you people won't stop talking about and "I GET IT" and I want it... I didn't know that a pistol could feel so right in my hand and wonder why in the hell every gun maker doesn't make a gun that feels like that?

The only thing to figure out now is what are my options and what is important and what isn't?

Is the shadow worth the extra money? Or will the standard 75b do the trick? Whats the price difference etc... etc... etc...

I have not gotten a chance to shoot the Shadow. But from others who I know and trust, the factory Shadows are very good guns. The custom Shadows are in a league of their own.

 

[jayhawk]

Is the shadow worth the extra money? Or will the standard 75b do the trick? Whats the price difference etc... etc... etc...

The Shadow does not have a firing pin block, while the 75B does. The Shadow has the better (lighter, smoother) trigger for target shooting or gaming, but I would not personally use a model without a firing pin block for daily carry.

 

[Crydaddy]

I have a cz75 custom shadow target.I compete and I carry it , chambered with DA first shot. Trigger pull for DA around 5lbs but is the smoothest DA i have ever felt. SA Is at 3 lbs and is a blast to shoot. Downside for a carry pistol is that it is heavy.

 

[lucky4034]

The Shadow does not have a firing pin block, while the 75B does. The Shadow has the better (lighter, smoother) trigger for target shooting or gaming, but I would not personally use a model without a firing pin block for daily carry.

I'm looking for something that I can hand down to the next generation, something I can use for the range, and potentially a home defense backup (to a 20gauge) so carrying won't be an issue.

I usually am not one for shiny guns, but I think I want one in stainless steel (or is it nickel?)... Do they make a Shadow in shiny? I've looked, but haven't really found the answer.

 

[jayhawk]

I'm looking for something that I can hand down to the next generation, something I can use for the range, and potentially a home defense backup (to a 20gauge) so carrying won't be an issue.

I usually am not one for shiny guns, but I think I want one in stainless steel (or is it nickel?)... Do they make a Shadow in shiny? I've looked, but haven't really found the answer.

I don't think they make a shiny Shadow, but you can buy a 75 or 75B and have the trigger/hammer modified by CZCustom or some other competent gunsmith.

CZ Custom Shop

ETA: here is a duo-tone Shadow: http://czcustom.com/cz75sp019shadowduotone.aspx

 

[lucky4034]

Ooh... I like that ^

Like someone mentioned earlier... the gun stores just don't have very many different models in stock to see and hold.

I appreciate all of the input

 

[kazaam]

This is a toughie just because the P226 Elite Stainless looks soooooooooooooooooooooooooo freaking cool.

 

[Indyhandgunner]

Voted CZ but I'm biased (own an 85 Combat); points great, fits my hand like a glove, super reliable and accurate. Shot my buddy's p226 and liked it as well, just not as much as my CZ. Don't think you could go wrong either way.

 

[hopcam]

This is a toughie just because the P226 Elite Stainless looks soooooooooooooooooooooooooo freaking cool.

you should buy it then.

 

[melensdad]

This is a toughie just because the P226 Elite Stainless looks soooooooooooooooooooooooooo freaking cool.

Does it look this cool? I didn't think so

 

[jayhawk]

This thread got the attention of CZ-USA on facebook.

 

[Birds Away]

This thread got the attention of CZ-USA on facebook.

Wow, we're famous! IMO it would be crazy for any new shooter to pick the Sig over the CZ 75B. Get the CZ then add the kadet kit. Shoot a thousand .22s through her and that trigger will be just like butter. But then I may be just a tad biased. I own nine CZs.