CZ75B

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Having read all the good comments on the CZ75, on this and other bords, I picked one up this afternoon. Can't say that I care much for the glommy looking thumb rest grips. I guess on a balance that's my only negative comment. This seems to be a nice, inexpensive 9mm. It has the standard finish. Is it paint? It came with two mags, one hi-cap and one 10 rounder. Purchased an extra 10 rounder and the total price was $355. Just looking at the gun, it's a buy. Any one know what kind of accuracy I can expect? Is this piece safe to carry condition one like my High Powers and 1911's? Does any one know of some thin grips for smaller hands? Thanks in advance for any help. Shoot safe..... CO
 
I've been shooting a CZ-75B in IDPA sessions for the past month or two. (I shoot other guns, too...)

You can carry cocked and locked, but my gun has such a smooth double-action first shot, that cocked and locked really isn't necessary.

You should've gotten a proof target with yours, showing the accuracy you can expect.

Mine is very smooth and very accurate. And it cycles remarkably quickly.

Those grips aren't bad, by the way: several friends have slightly different models of the CZ (one is a CZ-85, another is a Swiss clone of the CZ with grips similar to the -85); I much prefer the grips on the CZ-75B.

The finish is a polymer paint. I prefer the blued version, but the polymer is fairly scratch resistant. It will chip, so be careful when you try to drift sights.

I think its the best kept secret on the market. I've been outshooting guys with guns that cost 7-8 times as much... (including a couple of Wilson customs). The only gun I've shot that will do better is my SIG P-210, and because of the European mag release, its hard to reload rapidly (a big thing in IDPA).

You got a keeper.

[This message has been edited by Walt Sherrill (edited April 14, 2000).]
 
I've had my CZ-75B since Dec. You can replace those plastic grips with a rubber wrap around by Hogue that gives you a much nicer feeling grip and a classier look. The Hogue is about $17 at Sports Authority. I find mine very accurate shooting regularly at 25yds, and I score better using it for pin shoots than I do with any other gun. As to carry, the gun is safe cocked and locked although I prefer mine hammer down and safety off. As you get used to the controls, you'll develop your own feel for which is best. You have a great buy and a good multi-purpose gun you'll enjoy a lot. Good shooting! W
 
I just picked up a CZ75B also. I have another question. Is there a way I can make it so the mags drop free? It has a spring brake, but will it cause other problems if I remove it or flatten it some? do you have to completely disassemble the gun to do it? Shake
 
skate,

Two ways to make the mags drop free. One is to remove the mag safety inside located in the mag well. You'll need to remove the grips and a small punch. The other is to remove the curved safety and purchase a flat one from www.cz-usa.com Either way you'll achieve the desired goal.

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My CZ-75 outshoots my Springfield 1911, my Beretta Cougar, and my Ruger GP-100 on targets from 10-25 yards. I've swapped guns at the range with people shooting Sig 226's, Walther P-88's, and S&W 3913's. Same result. In fact, the people I've swapped with have come back to me and asked about what I paid for the gun and where they could find one. I gave $375 NIB with two factory 15 round Hi Caps in the polymer finish.

Mine has the same grips you're referring to, however, I find the "ergonomic grips" (as CZ's catalog refers to them) to be pretty comfortable. I tried a set of Pachmyar Signature's on it and didn't like the feel of the gun without the plastic grips. Go figure.

I've hand mine for over a year and haven't had any problem with chipping and as far as the mag release goes, I just thumb the release and the mag drops clear.

The CZ's not my regular carry gun (the Beretta is) but I've carried condition one when I've gone hunting (too many coyotes where I live) and never had a problem while hiking over some pretty rough terrain.

For the money, I'll match the CZ75B against any other gun that costs $150 more...

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Triggers exist to be pulled... again and again.
 
I just bought a CZ-75BD yesterday, although because of Kalifornia Law I can't pick it up until May 10. (I guess I bought to many guns this year, I thought they said I HAD to buy one AT LEAST every 30 days; oh well. :D) The "BD" is the model with the decocker.

While it sits at the dealer, who is a gunsmith, what should I ask him to do to make the trigger lighter and smoother?



[This message has been edited by Ledbetter (edited April 15, 2000).]
 
I dislike the grips also. I have a started a thread previously on that topic and got good advice so do a search to find it. They are comfy but they get slick in my sweaty stubby paws.

I forget but I think the test target that came with mine had five shots in a 3.75 inch group at 25meters with two shots through the same hole.

If you look hard you can find high caps for $15 made by pro mag. They function perfectly but the ammo rattles in them(unlike factory mags). Actually, I think they work better than the factory mags. The real difference I see in the constuction is seen when you compare the back of the mags to each other. Put a round in each mag and you will see that the opening on the factory mag is wide and flat and exposes less of the bullet than the deep wide groove of the pro mag. I hate the minor rattle but will put up with it for $15 when the factory mags are going for around $50.

One thing alot of people don't know about the CZ that I think is kind of fun is that the sights glow in the dark. Not tritium but glow in the dark paint like in a wrist watch.

All versions of the cz75 line have been reviewed in a recent American Rifleman. Great article every CZ owner should read. Note the CZ Kadet .22 conversion fired the most accurate of all.(i want one)

I know an LE SIG armorer rangemaster..... (credentials go on and on) That says a CZ can do everything a SIG can do and most shooters find the grip of the CZ more comfortable.

The CZ-75 is a natural pointer like no other I've shot. This is important to me as my eyes suck(cross dominant). I have shot better unaimed groups with rapid fire than I have with aimed slower fire(i want to see if that is reproducible or just a one time experiance.)

Enjoy your gun. You just got one of the best deals out there. I wish I could be as happy with all of my firearms purchases. -ddt
 
I've shot much better rapid fire with my CZ 75 too. Before I purchased it, I put 100 rounds each through a HK USP, Glock 17, Sig 226, and a Beretta 92. CZ shoots better than all of them.
 
I installed Uncle Mike's rubber grips on my CZ75 and found that I couldn't insert a magazine! Too much material projects into the magazined housing. I sanded off some material from the insides of the grips, and they were fine. I've actually gone back to the original plastic grips, as I seem to shoot better with them. Does anyone have the CZ checkered wood grips intalled on their CZ75?
Nice gun for the price.
 
Outstanding gun, plus 15-round high caps are fairly easy to find for the CZ-75B. I got an Italian-made one today at the show for $25. Don't know if it's MecGar as nothing is stamped on the magazine. Compare this to the going price of a H&K UPS high cap: an outrageous $120!
 
bullet44,

I hate to sound rude or like a jammed CD, but try searching the archives. Here are two fine threads from the past:
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Also try searching at www.glocktalk.com and dejanews.com

There's a page run by CZ enthusiasts, CZ Page something or toher, sorry I don't have the URL handy. Tim, the guy that runs the page is an avid CZ collector. If you find the page you might try emailing him about the Compact.

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So many pistols, so little money.
 
How many rounds does the compact version designed to hold? (I know the full sized version holds 15. I am woundering about the new compact model)

Thanks!

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Thanks a bunch for all the posts on the CZ75B. I took it to the range today for the first time. Can't say much about the grit in the trigger, but boy can this gun shoot. I had one group of 5 rounds at seven yards that was one sub half inch hole. It is sure a keeper. Now if I can just get some thinner grips it will be love. Shoot Safe....CO
 
CO, if you don't like that DA pull you could convert it to SA only as I did my CZ-85. You can get the replacement trigger from CZ that is a drop in (if you can detail strip the pistol and successfully get it back together) or a brass trigger from Dlask that requires narrowing and fitting because his is made to work in the Witness also.
 
With regard to making the mags drop free:

Take the grips off, and adjust the wrap of the mag retention spring, at the top, where it flaps over a pin. Squeeze it with plyers to tighten the foldover flap, and this will reduce the tension of the spring as it presses against the mags and allow them to drop a little more easily.

(You could probably remove that spring and not affect the function of the gun, etc.)
 
Hello, Walt, and all. Walt, I must respectfully disagree. I removed said spring and the magazine would bump on the ridge midway up. I believe it's better to just flatten the spring. Best to all.
 
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