Cajun Gun Works advice

[Walt Sherrill]

...The serrated trigger has to go, I've tried to smooth it out but after a hundred rounds or so it still puts a blister on my trigger finger. Still pondering who to send it to, CGW or CZ custom and 'd like some feedback on that subject.

Re: the 85 Combat...

Judicious use of a Dremel was a quick and inexpensive solution to THAT problem -- done YEARS AGO on my 85 Combat. (Removing the trigger is smart, but with the frame properly masked/protected, the Dremel work can probably be done while the trigger is left in the gun.) Unless you're converting the Combat to SA only, there's not much to be gained by changing the trigger -- as the factory trigger is adjustable for over-travel. Going the SA route lets you use a the CZ single action 2-way adjustable trigger (adjustable for both over-travel and take-up.) You can also install a slightly lighter hammer spring (from Wolff) to improve the pull a bit.

I would consider doing those things before sending it off. Having CGW or CZ Custom do the whole package on your PCR makes sense, and that's a bit more involved.

A custom HAMMER might be a good alternative for either gun, as well -- and typically makes the trigger more crisp. I've also given thought to installing the SA safety levers on my 85 Combat, which are -- at least to my thinking -- better levers than the stock levers. ($80 for parts is off-putting, however.) The swap out itself is easy.

Either CZ Custom or CGW would be a good choice.

I've had more contact with CGW and can't say enough good things about Schmeky's (David Milan's) work, business practices and attitude.

The fact that I praise CGW should not be considered as an implicit "damning with faint praise" comment about the CZ Custom Shop: they also do good, highly regarded work.

 

[cougar gt-e]

Schmeky wrote

Typical cost for sending in a personal firearm is around $30.00-$40.00. We send all our customers a very informative document, "How to Ship a Firearm". This keeps our customers from getting over charged.

Worst case scenario, we can send the customer a pre-paid FedEx label.

The OP has options and we never encourage or guide our customers to send in their firearms. We designed our products so the average, mechanically skilled person can achieve excellent results at home. That said, the CZ decocker is not for the first timer or inexperienced home tinkerer.

The CZ design is also "timing sensitive", and not many folks understand the way the action works. Once timed properly, polished professionally, and tuned to their potential, they can be incredible.

Given the level of expertise, the quality of the parts ... they are a very good choice for a person that choses to not DIY. The sting of paying the bill will quickly fade, but the silky smooth trigger will last forever.