September 2, 2001, 11:01 PM | #1 |
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A Few CZ-97B Questions
At the range today the gent in the next station was shooting some mighty small groups with a CZ-97B. This was my first oppertunity to see one in action up close and was quite impressed. Asked the shooter about it and his response was if I wanted to try it, go to the counter and get a box of ammo. Suffice to say he didn't have to offer twice.
I really enjoyed shooting his CZ-97, and am seriously considering picking one up as I do not have a .45 in the present inventory. Shot wonderful groups but all were low and left. I have a few observations and questions, hopefully you can provide some feedback. Did a quick search but didn't really find what I was looking for. 1- No doubt about it, this pistol is size big. Normally I like and shoot large pistols well but I found it difficult to fire the CZ in DA as the trigger reach was to long. Does CZ or anyone offer a replacement short reach trigger for the CZ-97? SA was no problem. 2- Does anyone offer adjustable sights for the CZ-97. I checked CZ's website but found nothing listed? 3- Does any one own one of these and care to share your thoughts and comments? 4- Has any one had an action/ trigger job performed on one? The stock trigger on the one I shot seemed a tad heavy with substantial creep in SA. 5- Going rate for a new CZ-97B? I seem to think they run about $500 to $550 new. Rarely see used CZ's of any model so unless I hit a stroke of luck finding one used is probably not an option. As always, Thanks in advance for the responses. Take Care |
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September 2, 2001, 11:43 PM | #3 |
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1) EAA makes an SA-only outfit which fits a 75. Might fit a 97, but I'm still trying to figure out if I like it on a 75.
2) Dunno. 3) Love 'em. 4) Still not sure how I feel about those EAA triggers on the 75s. Trigger jobs on the 97s wait until I get mags for the AR-10 out of the way. 5)Picked one up for $480 from J&G, and the other for about the same from an outfit in South Texas. Steve
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September 3, 2001, 01:03 AM | #4 |
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Got my CZ-97B direct from CZ-USA, total cost $485.
SA trigger was initially O.K., but it's getting so much better with use, you do not need to mess with it. DA pull is marvelous, super smooth and light, but a bit long, however, with use of half-cock, it''s just about right for anybody. In fact, it's the lightest DA I've ever experienced with any semi-auto pistol. Pistol shoots to the point of aim, no need for adjustment, at least mine was perfectly zeroed at the factory. Accuracy is simply phenomenal, despite pretty loose barrel/bushing setup, and it is amazing by itself. Reliabilty is 100% with FMJ and HP, I did not try any cast bullets yet... I bet in some time people will start bulding competion guns on CZ-97B platform, when more accesories become available. |
September 3, 2001, 10:26 PM | #5 |
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Don't know about question 1.
Aftermarket adjustable sights are not available yet (as far as I know). I suspect that they and other accessories will come out after the pistol gains a bit more popularity. I want a set of rubber grips for mine. The 97 is the most accurate pistol I own. It goes to the range more often than any other. It's a real joy to shoot. Mine doesn't need a trigger job. The more you shoot it the better the trigger feels. I think I paid about $490 for mine. I've seen one or two used for $399 but they didn't last long. The CZ97B I can highly recommend. It's a great pistol. Joe
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September 4, 2001, 05:54 PM | #6 |
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Question 1) Do not know.
Question 2) I have not seen the need to buy an adjustable sight yet for it. To me the 97b is a plinking gun. Question 3) I love mine. Very accurate plinking gun. Lots of fun to shoot. Easy to reload for, just keep your cartraige AOL below 1.272 for hardball. Easy gun to clean and use. I would summarize it as my go to gun for when I just want to have some fun. Definately a good buy. Question 4) I could not see the need. Both DA/SA is excellent, no problems here. Question 5) I paid $650 for mine with 6 magazines and a hard case (or at least that is what I remember). Get one, great gun, lots of fun.
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