Glock 19 vs CZ75 Compact vs. Beretta M9...

Anyone else have an "Honest Opinion" on the matter? I need to feel validated.

I am checking out that Sig you suggested though, just to show I do appreciate the ideas.
And yeah, it is pretty nice. Might have to put that one on my list to check out. I think I saw some Sigs at one of my LGSs. Will see if they have one of these in stock to play with. Ty for the suggestion.
 
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Papa D what I am trying to say is that if budget is the issue you are better off saving up to get a quality gun you want vs the gun you can afford today.

I would really look around for a used gun. You can get a Glock 19 for $350 to $400 in most areas. Police trade in 92FS can be found for $350. You can get a surplus BHP for under $400. That is just a little higher than the price of the SD9VE NIB.

Lots of good advice in this thread good luck.....
 
Honestly, if budget were a concern, I would just go buy a Ruger and be done with it. The SR9/9C and now you can get the E model for $300 plus. Or find a deal on a P95. You can't go wrong with a Ruger. Good value.
 
Three very different choices. My brother-in-law is a Glock .40 enthusiast and though I shoot his accurately, none of them fits my grip very well and I don't like shooting more than 50 rounds with them - I feel too much vibration through the polymer frame - so I wouldn't want it as a range gun. I rented a Beretta 92FS several times at the range I go to and while I like a lot about it, the grip was just too thick for me. I tried a CZ 75 and it just felt right - great fit, accuracy and very light recoil. So I bought a 75 BD (I like the de-cocker more than a safety). I really wanted a compact, so I bought the CZ P-01. It has an alloy frame vs steel, but still soaks up the recoil compared to a polymer frame and is very comfortable and accurate. I had originally wanted the compact PCR version, but could not find it. The two are very similar, with the P-01 having a light rail.

So bottom line for me is that a compact CZ can serve as a HD, carry and range gun.
 
Actually I have read lots of bad stuff about the rifling in the barrels of these guns, and terrible customer service. Does anyone own one that can tell me otherwise?
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I've heard both good and bad things about TriStar CS, as I have for most companies. That being the case, I wouldn't assume they were tops at customer service, but probably not among the worst either. I am very happy with my T-120 from TriStar and haven't had a need to try their CS department.

I've not heard anything about the barrel rifling that you mentioned. What did you hear, and what's the source? I've seen a lot of reviews of the C-100 indicating that it is one of the best of the TriStars. You can check the CZ clone club at the original CZ forum if you're interested.

At any rate, I would choose a CZ or clone of a CZ from your choices, but I'm not fond of shooting Glocks. Just too different from other guns that I like to be worth adjusting.
 
I'll try not to detour this too much lol but I have owned and subsequently sold all of the Beretta's I have owned through the years, though they were great shooters for me anyway. Just too uncomfortable for me to EDC IWB year-round in Florida.

I own a Glock 26 that is more often than not used with a G19 magazine and X-grip extension sleeve adapter, and I have also rented a G19 on numerous occasions (I should just break down and buy one!).

I also own a CZ, but the P-07 vice the 75 Compact, and with a P-01 on the way soon, in addition to two CZ clones by Tanfoglio and Sarsilmaz.

Without any shadow of a doubt, the Glock has more support with an endless network of parts and aftermarket availability. However, my CZ is my EDC. It (and the clones) shoot better than any Glock I've fired, they have better ergos (to me), and they just feel right.

From a price standpoint, I think the P-07 is a virtual steal, as I picked my first one up NIB and with a third magazine for $465 OTD after shipping and transfer fees.

Of course, you could always try finding my second favorite pistol, the Steyr C9-A1 or it's M-A1 & S-A1 brethren...
 
My only problem with my CZ 75 Compact that I bought back in the 90s was the dual spring recoil spring assembly; It just didn't always have enough power to close the slide fully when chambering a round. I substituted a single spring of higher weight and haven't had a problem since.

In retrospect, CZ probably would have taken care of the problem, but I generally avoid sending guns back to manufacturers.
 
I've had several Compacts (the safety-equipped Compact, not the decocker-equipped mall "c" compacts) and never had one with dual springs. (Thats was in the late 90's, which was not too long after they were introduced.)

I wonder why there was a difference?
 
WVSig, I understand, and I appreciate the input, as well as everyone else.

As for the SR9c, I know they have a great reputation, I just do not like the way they feel. LGS guy put one in my hand and my immediate response was "Eww". Sorry, but just not for me.

I have added one more to the list, a Stoeger(Beretta) Cougar 8000. I am heavily leaning to this. I really like it a lot. Buds has them for under $400 and I have an actual Stoeger Dealer across the highway from me. I have been in discussion with Stoeger Customer Service via Facebook chat and am very impressed with them so far.
 
I went to the gun store today. Couldn't resist, I purchased a M9. Dang thing is sweet in my opinion. To me it is just a different style of gun than a G19 or M&P. Although the M&P 9mm was tempting as well.
 
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My only problem with my CZ 75 Compact that I bought back in the 90s was the dual spring recoil spring assembly; It just didn't always have enough power to close the slide fully when chambering a round. I substituted a single spring of higher weight and haven't had a problem since.

In retrospect, CZ probably would have taken care of the problem, but I generally avoid sending guns back to manufacturers.
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Dual recoil spring CZ? Como?
 
To everyone saying that a Beretta M9/92fs is too big to conceal in the warmer months, here is my response. I live in Alabama and carry my 92fs everyday. Its all about finding the right holster and a good belt. I keep mine in a Blue Line Concealment IWB. Very comfortable.

 
Cool. Yeah an M9 barely weighs more than a GLOCK 17. I am not a Concealed carrier yet, but dont see why it is said to be too big or heavy to carry. I live in Arkansas, BTW, so I understand good ol' Southern Summers a little.
 
15 or 20 years ago I was at an indoor range with a bunch of other guys on a lunch break. One guy had a Beretta 92 and a Glock 19 both with lasers in the guide rods. Several guys shot both and everyone agreed, the Beretta was better for shooting at target 25 yards away.

I now own both types, but would never think of carrying either, as they are too big.
And the B92 is bigger than the G19.
 
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Cool. Yeah an M9 barely weighs more than a GLOCK 17. I am not a Concealed carrier yet, but dont see why it is said to be too big or heavy to carry. I live in Arkansas, BTW, so I understand good ol' Southern Summers a little.
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I am not sure I would call 9 ounces "barely". If you carry 8 hrs a day or so, half a pound on your lower back adds up.
 
gyvel: "My only problem with my CZ 75 Compact that I bought back in the 90s was the dual spring recoil spring assembly ... "

Really? I don't believe that I've ever seen one of those.
 
If you want a lightweight slicked up cz I would go with Cajun gun works. Often times you can buy a PCR, the alloy version of the compact. Go to their website and get the full details. They already have the gun and David, the owner, will make you what ever you want. It really is the ultimate carry piece, if your a CZ freak. He also makes semi custom P-07's for a little less.
 
Papa D said:
. . . . I live in Arkansas, BTW, so I understand good ol' Southern Summers a little.
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Well, heck, Papa D! Why didn't you say so? Arkansas Armory, out in Jacksonville, has a pretty good rental selection. Don's Weaponry out in NLR also rents guns, but I don't know what they've got. You might give one of them a call and see what you can rent.
 
Had a G19. Sold the G19. Bought a CZ. Never held a Beretta.

Mine is actually a full size SP-01, but the grip and internals I believe are the same as the compact.

I wouldn't be upset if someone said I had to go back to the G19, but I do prefer the ergos of the CZ and for that reason I'd recommend that model. Also, where I live it is far cheaper than either of the other two.
 
Also, where I live it is far cheaper than either of the other two
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Could you maybe elaborate on that a bit? How common is CZ where you live? In the US they can be tricky to find at local stores, though a number of online retailers try to stock them regularly.
 
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