It appears that the CZ75(B)........

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looks like one of those guns that should be included in a collection. I understand the older ones might be better, but are $$.

So, should I get one? CZ75B or 85 Combat.
 
If you can afford a NIB older go for it. If not you'll get the same reliability in a newer one. Now, there are two CZ85s. One is a CZ85B and the other is the CZ85 Combat. If you can get the Combat do it. Not only does it have adjustable sights and trigger over travel screw, but it also is put together much nicer. Internal parts are coated in some sort of nickel. This makes them very slick with nice DA/SA pulls. The CZ85Bs on the other hand are virtually identical to the standard CZ75B except for the ami safety and slide release levers.

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So many pistols, so little money.
 
Well of course you should! (I love spending other peoples money. :) )

Now that that's decided, you have to decide whether to go for 9mm or .40 S&W.

Can you find a better pistol in those calibers? Absolutely. But, can you find a better value? You'ld have to search pretty hard to do that.
 
Fantastic, doesn't take much to convince me :),

Narrowed it down to the 85 Combat- what is a good going rate on this gun? (I'll check around the net too). I was quoted like $440-$450. Plus, is the black polymer finish the same $ as the rest (bright blue, two tone, etc).

Thanks for any info.
 
Yes, get one. The CZ 75 is the same as the CZ 85 except the 85 has ambi controls. If you're a lefty or shoot weak-handed, then get the CZ85. The 85 COMBAT is an enhanced version of the CZ 85. Some say it is closer to the fit and finish of the earlier CZs. My 85 COMBAT is rock solid. The slide to frame fit is just as good as my Cylinder/Slide custom 1911. The adjustable rear sight makes sighting in a breeze. The slide rails are polished. The absence of the firing pin safety improves the trigger pull. The weight of the gun tames the already slight recoil of the 9mm. But the price is also in the 475 to 525 range. You can get hi-caps from CZ-USA for about 45 bucks. My only real gripe is the slide stop leaves a drag mark on the mag follower. Will this eventually affect reliability? Maybe. I'm still experimenting with different grips. The factory grips were too slippery for me.
 
Hello. Unless you are left-handed, I'd go with the CZ-75. I prefer the pre-B models, but if I didn't already have older CZ-75s, I'd sure look into purchasing a new CZ-75B. Countering the generally better triggers on the older ones, the newer ones do have better sights. Either version is a very good pistol and worth having. I'd get it in 9mm as you'll want to shoot this pistol and it's less expensive in this caliber. Also, with proper loads, the 9mm's no slouch in self-defense. For what it's worth, mine are reliable with many type of JHPs, both standard velocity and +P. Best.
 
I have both the CZ-75B and the CZ-85 Combat.

I like them both, but find the sights on the CZ-75 somewhat lacking.

Both came with good triggers, but I had them improved by a local gunsmith.

The CZ-85 Combat is, to my thinking and from my experience, a much better gun -- slicker works, better controls, etc., etc.

I have the nickled version, but it also comes in blue (and black polymer, I think.)

I've been shooting IDPA with mine, in a small local club, and they've been doing quite well for me, thank you. I reclassified for both Stock Service Pistol and Enhanced Service Pistol with my CZ-85 combat. Cocked and locked is nice.
 
It looks like the 85 COMBAT is milled for adjustable sights only. Not only is it dovetailed, the rear of the slide is relieved for the sight to sit low. But, I don't mind the adjustable sight.
 
Thankyou for the info folks, I ordered an 85 Combat (black Polymer)- not a bad deal, $436.

Anything to look out for when I go to check the gun out (coming from RSR, I have had guns come in that were not of recent manufacturing from them)?- importer, certain features, etc.
 
You'll like your CZ85 Combat. Make sure it's a CZ85 and not a CZ85B. The latter have the passive firing pin safety that makes the trigger gritty. As well removing the firing pin for maintenance on a B models takes a lot more work than on the non-B models. You can easily check the eyar of manufacture on any CZ by looking at the area around the ejection port. The earlier the better. Don't fret if it says 1996 or anything like that. Chances are your CZ85 Combat was imported by CZ-USA. There's the off chance you might get an MRI or even an Action Arms import marked example, however. You can always dream that you'll get a pistol with no import marks.

Make sure all serial numbers match. The frame, slide and barrel should have identical serial numbers. Inspect the trigger assembly screw. On a small number of CZs this screw can come loose from the factory. I always suggest to verify its tighteness with a hand inspection. Don't try to torque it yourself if it looks fine! If it's loose call CZ-USA. Always inspect the slide release lever, the pin and the left side lever have been known to crack. I've only heard of this happening with people that fire thousands of rounds on a regular basis. Still it pays off to be on the safe side.

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So many pistols, so little money.
 
Tecolote,

I appreciate the additional info, I printed the post out to bring to the dealer- so I don't forget anything to look over (that you suggested).
 
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