CZ P-01 is great for my personal carry, and I don't run an optic for carry anyway. I'm just looking for simplicity, reliability, good feel when shooting, quality, hammer instead of striker, decocker instead of safety lever... I'll much prefer the CZ P-01 any day.
I have 2 of these CZ P-01s and use one for EDC. NATO Certified! Check out what's required to get that designation! Extremely reliable and highly accurate! Wouldn't change a thing!
I am a CZ man myself. I got my very first CZ in 2007, a stainless 75B. Still have it, and currently have the P01, PCR, 97B. The 97 has been converted to SAO. All the other CZs are stock except for grips. The PCR is one of my 3 EDCs. The other two is a Beretta 84BB and a Taurus 856 Executive Grade.
There are no compacts "of today" that I'd take over my CZ P-01 for EDC, including any striker fired CZs. Hammer fired with decocker and metal frame is still king for me. I don't know why CZ doesn't start cranking out more P-01s to meet the demand, versus just pushing their version of mere a striker fired Glock.
at 0:40, the decocker as you can see is actually a half cocker. its basically the DA position, but also drop safe. thats how the gun was designed to be carried.
You just confirmed what I’ve been saying, to myself. I have both the Shadow 2 and the PDP 4.5…I realize shooting comes down to the shooter/practise, and I’m only 2.5 years into shooting…but man, I can shoot that Shadow 2, way, way better than my PDP. With less effort…and I’ve spent more money on the PDP compared to a stock Shadow 2. CZ’s, best hand guns !!
Good video. I really like CZ and the P-01 is a magical ccw choice. Mine is at cajun now for upgrades and optic cut extremely excited for those to be done and have her back home.
What optic are you going to use. Also, did you have them change your iron sights? I want to have cowitness and don’t know if the factory irons are too short
I do see them around, not usually at the big name stores. Unfortunately most LGS don't stock a ton at a time, buy they are normally available to order through distributors.
Buds Guns has them online. Just order and have them ship it to your local gun store. Also, the Omega has been discontinued so finding a new one is virtually impossible
I bought mine from ' red rifle ' gun store in Carson CA. I went in for something else and I saw this little gun on display table with 20 some other hand guns. I pick it up and held it and it just felt so good in my hand that I purchased it right then. The store owner told me p01 is an excellent gun. Nothing but the good reviews..I'm glad I bought it. The hardest part was waiting 10 days for my back ground check to clear.😊
This was my exact dilemma. I had narrowed my choices to the PDP-f and the p01. I chose the p01 and I have never been happier. The gun comes right up to my sight lines like it was made for me. Better then any gun I have shot
What irony. I was gungho on the PDP or PDP F4 until the CZ 75D PCR came into my sphere, then finally the P-01. I wish I had money for all three. That Walther trigger though...
Both are great but the P01 really shines when carrying, and shooting. They are both proven reliable platforms. After I did this comparison I haven't picked up my PDP since. If you're on a budget and want optic ready is really the only PDP draw for me at this point.
You don’t need to replace the firing pin block. You should replace the firing pin retaining pin in the slide. The factory pin is susceptible to breaking. For dryfire, use a snap cap or put a small o-ring in the slot where the hammer drops to prevent it from hitting the firing pin. You could also use a piece of a foam ear plug.
I've completely changed my thoughts on the stock trigger, and think a lot of people are quick to judgment like I was. It's actually really great with a higher round count, it just takes a long time to get there I've discovered. At around 2500 rounds, the difference between my stock one and a CGW pro kit trigger is incredibly small, and mine gets smoother after every range trip. I can defiantly understand why people go straight to the CGW kit because its absurdly poor out of the box, just need to tough it out a bit before it gets good.
With the width of the PDP slide, the recoil on the shot should increase a lot… On the P01, the recoil is nothing! I'm from Brazil, and here the communist restrictions are terrible... Even so, I managed to buy my P01, and I'll see how long I can keep it! The best pistol for concealed carry out there!
In a sea of optics equipped striker guns and more "modern" stuff in my safe, I still love the P01 for the anachronism it is. Sure, manipulating the slide sucks. The trigger is mediocre from factory. It's overly complex and prone to small part breakages (TRS and takedown lever), but it shoots and feels and looks great. Aesthetically it's nearly perfect, minis the unflush rail at the muzzle lol
I have cut myself more than once trying to run that slide because of the front rail fitment lol. The trigger feel in factory form is pretty poor, but I have DA/SA guns with much better feeling triggers that I have a harder time shooting accurately.
CZ P-01 is great for my personal carry, and I don't run an optic for carry anyway. I'm just looking for simplicity, reliability, good feel when shooting, quality, hammer instead of striker, decocker instead of safety lever... I'll much prefer the CZ P-01 any day.
I have 2 of these CZ P-01s and use one for EDC. NATO Certified! Check out what's required to get that designation! Extremely reliable and highly accurate! Wouldn't change a thing!
I am a CZ man myself. I got my very first CZ in 2007, a stainless 75B. Still have it, and currently have the P01, PCR, 97B. The 97 has been converted to SAO. All the other CZs are stock except for grips. The PCR is one of my 3 EDCs. The other two is a Beretta 84BB and a Taurus 856 Executive Grade.
I am a CZ fanboy and have many of them. I regularly carry my P01 and PCR. I fact, have been carrying my P01 since 2005 and my PCR since 1999.
For EDC, I rotate the CZ P01 and CZ P10C. I love my P01!
Both great guns!
P-01 quite honestly does it all.. extremely accurate and ergonomic.. reliable, affordable.... performs : range, EDC, car, bedside..
thumb the hammer, never have a reholster issue. Love my Cz's.
great information. i really enjoyed. keep it coming
Good review. Thanks.
There are no compacts "of today" that I'd take over my CZ P-01 for EDC, including any striker fired CZs. Hammer fired with decocker and metal frame is still king for me. I don't know why CZ doesn't start cranking out more P-01s to meet the demand, versus just pushing their version of mere a striker fired Glock.
at 0:40, the decocker as you can see is actually a half cocker. its basically the DA position, but also drop safe. thats how the gun was designed to be carried.
Good review.
You just confirmed what I’ve been saying, to myself. I have both the Shadow 2 and the PDP 4.5…I realize shooting comes down to the shooter/practise, and I’m only 2.5 years into shooting…but man, I can shoot that Shadow 2, way, way better than my PDP. With less effort…and I’ve spent more money on the PDP compared to a stock Shadow 2. CZ’s, best hand guns !!
Good video. I really like CZ and the P-01 is a magical ccw choice. Mine is at cajun now for upgrades and optic cut extremely excited for those to be done and have her back home.
What optic are you going to use. Also, did you have them change your iron sights? I want to have cowitness and don’t know if the factory irons are too short
If you can find the CZ P - 01 (non Omega) brand new kudos to you cause its a rare find nowadays.
- Nice illustration of the CZ - P01
I do see them around, not usually at the big name stores. Unfortunately most LGS don't stock a ton at a time, buy they are normally available to order through distributors.
I just ordered the PRO TEK 2 from CZ custom. It's 12 weeks out. Life is too short, carry a CZ.
Buds Guns has them online. Just order and have them ship it to your local gun store. Also, the Omega has been discontinued so finding a new one is virtually impossible
I bought mine from ' red rifle ' gun store in Carson CA. I went in for something else and I saw this little gun on display table with 20 some other hand guns. I pick it up and held it and it just felt so good in my hand that I purchased it right then. The store owner told me p01 is an excellent gun. Nothing but the good reviews..I'm glad I bought it. The hardest part was waiting 10 days for my back ground check to clear.😊
Great video, would love a more in depths comparison between de CZ P-01 vs the Walther PDP💪🏽💯
This was my exact dilemma. I had narrowed my choices to the PDP-f and the p01. I chose the p01 and I have never been happier. The gun comes right up to my sight lines like it was made for me. Better then any gun I have shot
Great gun!
What irony. I was gungho on the PDP or PDP F4 until the CZ 75D PCR came into my sphere, then finally the P-01. I wish I had money for all three. That Walther trigger though...
The more rounds I get though this one the trigger has smoothed out like crazy. It's my absolute go to.
@@GunGuyCody I'll have to take that into account.
@jerrynkathy what are you looking for? A carry gun or kinda general purpose?
@@GunGuyCodyCarry but with the option to become a general use piece.
Both are great but the P01 really shines when carrying, and shooting. They are both proven reliable platforms. After I did this comparison I haven't picked up my PDP since. If you're on a budget and want optic ready is really the only PDP draw for me at this point.
OK wait a minute, the slide still has rails so is it really smaller, you just don't see them. What are the dimensions of the slide.?
Can you fit an entended mag in these guns. 30 round?
Any mag designed for a CZ 75 would fit, I don't know who makes one.
OK I HAVE THE CZ 75 DPCR AND THE CZ PO7. WHY DO SO MANY PLATFORMS SAY THESE CZ MODELS HAVE TO REPLACE FIRING BIN BLOCK ETC AND NOT TO DRY FIRE ?
You don’t need to replace the firing pin block. You should replace the firing pin retaining pin in the slide. The factory pin is susceptible to breaking. For dryfire, use a snap cap or put a small o-ring in the slot where the hammer drops to prevent it from hitting the firing pin. You could also use a piece of a foam ear plug.
Just a note: a De-Cocker is not a safety, just a heavy trigger pull.
Correct, I never said it was a safety, but it makes it much safer with the hammer decocked.
The trigger kinda sucks but otherwise a good gun
I've completely changed my thoughts on the stock trigger, and think a lot of people are quick to judgment like I was. It's actually really great with a higher round count, it just takes a long time to get there I've discovered. At around 2500 rounds, the difference between my stock one and a CGW pro kit trigger is incredibly small, and mine gets smoother after every range trip. I can defiantly understand why people go straight to the CGW kit because its absurdly poor out of the box, just need to tough it out a bit before it gets good.
With the width of the PDP slide, the recoil on the shot should increase a lot… On the P01, the recoil is nothing! I'm from Brazil, and here the communist restrictions are terrible... Even so, I managed to buy my P01, and I'll see how long I can keep it! The best pistol for concealed carry out there!
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Those PDP's have got to be some of the ugliest pistols in existence.
that P01 is sink in oil
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BUYER BEWARE THE CZ 75 D PCR HAS THE WORSE SIGHTS OF ANY OUT THERE.
Easily replaced.
CZ 75 D PCR HAS A PLASTIC GUIDE ROD
Many guns have plastic guide rods without issue.
Non issue. But a steel one if it bothers you.
Much prefer my CZ Compact L that has so many upgrades and includes a safety that can be engaged hammer down.
The L models are very cool, very few made 10 or so years ago, but I'm not a fan of a safety unless its SAO.
In a sea of optics equipped striker guns and more "modern" stuff in my safe, I still love the P01 for the anachronism it is.
Sure, manipulating the slide sucks. The trigger is mediocre from factory. It's overly complex and prone to small part breakages (TRS and takedown lever), but it shoots and feels and looks great. Aesthetically it's nearly perfect, minis the unflush rail at the muzzle lol
I have cut myself more than once trying to run that slide because of the front rail fitment lol. The trigger feel in factory form is pretty poor, but I have DA/SA guns with much better feeling triggers that I have a harder time shooting accurately.
I solved all that by purchasing a P01 Omega from CZ Custom. It came cut for an RmR, upgraded sights, springs, pins, and guide rod. It’s an amazing gun
Trigger mediocre? Lol
There ya go- problem solved. I like that!😊