CZ 75

[hrearden]

Is there a specific grade of CZ 75 that is better than the other? Ive handled a few and liked most of them, but I didnt know what designation they were. I think Ive decided Im going to get one as my next handgun and Im trying to figure out which ones to stay away from. I handled one once that didnt let the mags drop free.

 

[LEaSH]

The "Duty" P07 had an issue with mags not dropping free. Mine was ok. Also that model had a frame bulge that drove some people away from it, but it was never a problem functionally.

If you are want the standard 75, I'd get any old 75B if you can find one. Pre B's are even more difficult to find. And every so often a flood of Omega triggered versions of the 75B hit the distributors.

 

[Rob377]

The mags not dropping free is a function of the normal mag brake, which can easily be swapped for a flat one that allows the mags to drop free.

 

[kawtech87]

Personally I don't think you could go wrong with any CZ pistol. I own 3 and for me they are the best fitting, most accurate and most reliable pistols I have ever owned.

 

[pokersamurai]

Personally I don't think you could go wrong with any CZ pistol. I own 3 and for me they are the best fitting, most accurate and most reliable pistols I have ever owned.

+1

CZ's are some of the best semi-autos in the world. I'd take my CZ-75 over any of my Glocks, Sig, H&k, etc.

 

[kawtech87]

Yep totally agree! At one time I was a died in the wool Sig fan and owned 4 and 1 CZ. Now I only own 1 Sig and 3 CZs. I still keep my Glocks around just because there will always be parts for them readily available. But my EDC is either a P-01 or a 2075 RAMI.

The only pistol I regret selling is the 75B I let my friend talk me out of. I tried to get it back but he traded it for something else and it is gone for good.

 

[mwg]

I love my cz 75 b in stainless

 

[MattyLite]

Without knowing your primary role of this purchase I would go CZ 75D. What can I say, I like the compact PCR.

 

[88E30M50]

I cannot think of any I'd recommend staying away from. The poly RAMI's had a bulging frame issue, but those have been discontinued and anyone experiencing a case of frame bulge got their gun replaced with an aluminum framed gun. My favorite is the CZ 75 Compact. Next to that would be a pre-B CZ 75. We have three of those around, all bought when you could get them for under $300. I had a CZ 97B in .45 ACP and loved the gun, but it was just too big for me to either carry comfortably and with the 10 round capacity, it did not give me anything that my 1911s already do. I had a RAMI with the safety and aluminum frame and loved the gun, but hated the sights. That's one I should have kept, but did not. My next CZ will probably be another 75B in .40, but if I see a CZ 75D Compact in .40, I'd probably jump at it if I could.

 

[Birds Away]

Determining which CZ to buy, like any other gun, depends entirely on what you want to use it for. Like the other guys who have posted here, I have had a lot of CZs. There are a lot of great models but I hesitate to recommend one until I know what you are wanting to use it for. They have some of the best range and competition guns that you can buy. They also have great carry models. There are a few that can be used effectively for both. What are you looking for? Also, what part of the state are you in? I, and I would expect a few others, would enjoy letting you shoot my CZs to help determine which ones you might like.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

I have 2 variations of the 75. The SP-01, also referred to as the Phantom. It's a full size polymer gun. Liked it so much I bought another one. The mags always drop free and it eats everything I put in it. I also have the P-01 which is a compact version of the 75. It's all alloy and the mags always drop free and it eats everything I put in it. Liked it so much I bought another one.

They are accurate, reliable and fun to shoot.

Yes. I drank the Kool-Aid. It's delicious!

 

[dilligaf]

I will never sell my CZ-75 Stainless limited edition. It is the only firearm I'd never part with. I do however wish the P-01 came with a safety instead of a de-cocker, or the 75 compact had a rail.

 

[lucky4034]

CZ is like Nike... Just do it

 

[Mad Macs]

I will never sell my CZ-75 Stainless limited edition. It is the only firearm I'd never part with. I do however wish the P-01 came with a safety instead of a de-cocker, or the 75 compact had a rail.

How about this one?

CZ Compact L P01 with Manual Safety

 

[genehopkins]

I also had a 75B that I let someone talk me out of - regretted it ever since. Now I have a Tactical and it is one of my favorite handguns. It will never leave.

 

[Gingerbread Man]

I really like the CZ 75 line. I'm not a fan of the manual safety models but I do like the decocker models. Having shot the 75 with a steel frame a lot I'd say avoid them. What! Why?!!? I'll punch you! Welp, here's my beef with any steel frame gun; heat. After shooting around 100-200 rds steel framed gun can get so hot it's uncomfortable to "Jesus, it burns" hot. And it only get hotter from there. So yeah, I'm not a fan of steel framed guns. Around 400 rds through a steel framed gun in the SC summer I have to pour water on the gun to cool it off.
I'd suggest the alloy or poly models. CZ does both materials very well. I really like the PCR decocker, the PO1 with decocker that has the NSN on it and the Shadow. Next PCR I find, I'm buying it. I shot one of my buddys and the fit, trigger and overall fucntion are just oo tastey for me to resist.

 

[dilligaf]

How about this one?

CZ Compact L P01 with Manual Safety

Thats just what I need ! Thanks !

 

[Bluedragon]

+1

CZ's are some of the best semi-autos in the world. I'd take my CZ-75 over any of my Glocks, Sig, H&k, etc.

This ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

I've had two "B" model 75's and shot a friend's "B" model in 40 S&W they're great pistols. I just recently picked up a "Pre B" 75 from 1986 and have to say the trigger on it is much better then either of mine or my friend's B model pistols. I will assume it's because the "Pre B" lacks a firing pin block. But I dunno. One thing I really appreciate on the "Pre B" over the "B" is the fact it has a spurred hammer. Also the early style grips are cool too and make the pistol Browning Hi Power thin.


Side Note: Should you decide to look for a Pre B 75...."B" model mags won't work in it. I forget the reason as to why but mine won't accept factory or Mec Gar made "B" model mags. That's the only thing that kinda sucks about the older pistols.

 

[Mad Macs]

I know where you guys can find a rare Satin Nickel 75b in .40 for sale…...

 

[DialTone301]

Take a look at the SP-01-Shadow. The daughter has a Shadow Custom from the CZ Custom Shop and it is an awesome shooter.