I prefer SA/DA because the first trigger pull is longer, which to me feels safer. The follow ups will be quicker and accurate with the quick break. Perfect for carrying without a safety.
The Beretta is such a fine, glassy smooth handgun. What a forgotten joy the Beretta is to shoot. A marvel of engineering. Underrated and underappreciated.
I certainly realize it has a following and has a nice history, and I've never shot one but instead only dry fired it. I have to say in the dry firing mode it didn't really really impress me
@@francostacy7675 I remain unimpressed as well. I have shot it. The ergos, the location of the safety/decocker? Last place. Does nothing for me. The Sig is a nice gun. That'll work. I don't own one though. The one I had to buy was the CZ P-01. It has Dawson night sights and LOK palm-swell grips. Sweet! A keeper. Although I'm not really a '9mm for EDC' kinda guy, I do carry it sometimes.
Given a little time, you will find that the accuracy of the CZ is second to none and when you compare the purchase cost of the P-01 to the Legion, you will find more than enough money left over to install a CGW kit to address the reset along with sights of your choice and you will have amongst the very best DA/SA pistols in the world.
Seems like all the second hand shops in CO are plumb out of DA/SA pistol s of all brands and types, I wonder what this is about, is everyone litteraly carring cocked and locked....
Excellent information, sir! I've just started looking at DA/SA handguns and honestly didn't have any idea where to look or what to look for. Thanks for the info! The hunt is on!
If you are digging the CZ ergonomics you won't like the Beretta... My CZs feel like they grew out of my hands. Compared to them, the Beretta is a brick.
Great video, I own two of your top three pics. I really never got into the Beretta M9 platform because of the slide placed decocker, but hear their actions are like butter. Anyway thanks again for all your informative and entertaining reviews, recently found your channel and appreciate your work. BTW, my CZ Shadow 2 has a stock trigger that rivals the legion’s, if not surpasses that 229 trigger imo.
Just found this and my top 3 varies just a bit from yours. P229 is by far #1 and has been in my primary carry rotation for decades, its on me as I type this. My #2 is P07 with M-Carbo spring kit, right size/weight for carry, capacity and serious use. From the box trigger isn't great but Cajun, Apex and M-Carbo fix that. #3 the P01 Omega, I prefer the less curved trigger to the hook on the std P01 and other CZ similar offerings. Spring kit helps here too. Beretta loses me with the slide mounted safety/decocker and size since daily concealed carry is my primary focus. I actually prefer the frame mounted version by Taurus but size and poor Taurus QC eliminate it from my list. I love 3rd Gen Smith's as well but again they get a strike for slide mounted safety/decocker. FN and HK options are fine guns but thick and less desirable triggers and decocker ergos for my hands. My wife is a fan of DA/SA as well and her primary is a nearly 3 decades old 3913 Smith. She doesn't mind the slide mounted decocker/safety as much and the small size works better for her hands and needs. It's a shame so few options exist for smaller footprint DA/SA folks in this age of poly strikers. Springfield has the XDe now but I'm not a fan of Croatian strikers. Her #2 is also P01 Omega.
My P-01 is newer and has 15-round magazines. I put LOK Palm Swell grips on it and it also has Dawson night-sights. Outside that, it's just like it left the factory. What a shooter and it feels like it grew out of my hands when I hold it.
I certainly understand wanting thinner grips for a small hand, but, for those of us with big hands, the palm swell grips of the CZs help fill out the hand. It's part of the whole package, complementing the angle and shape of the grip frame, which includes a nice trigger guard undercut. Nolan is just one of many who have said CZs just feel natural in the hand. If you're looking for comfort, you should check them out.
American made LOK grips for the CZ pistols are exactly the same size & have the palm swell in them just like the rubber ones. They are fantastic grips & good looking to boot. Great purchase no movement in the hand & I believe keep sweat under control waaay better than the rubber ones, but the rubber ones aren't bad at all.
My M9 is the most accurate pistol I own, and I own a lot of pistols. I did dress it up with Wilson Combat grips, rear sight, decocker, recoil guide, Beretta steel trigger and D spring. Thanks for the video!
I too would have to pick Beretta for first choice. I have a cz 75 compact and I can't say enough about how this thing performs. Thirdly would have to be my Remington R1 Enhanced 1911. So that's my three today, tomorrow might be a different story.
Thanks for this informative video, it's a big help. I'm a 1911 guy but am looking to go to a good 9mm handgun. I had narrowed it down to Beretta PX4, Sig P226 or P229, HK USP (LEM) and CZ P01. Every day a different one of those floats to the top of the list, but it's starting to become the Seal Team Sig with Gray Guns trigger, vs, CZ P01 with Cajon trigger. Though I am fascinated with the rotating barrel or the PX4. Are there any of these you would cross off my list? What would you recommend?
smith and wesson model 5906 is my favorite. is has a very short reset, very accurate, proven track record, most reliable pistol s+w ever made. they should have never stopped making it... i will be picking up a sig sauer to add to my collection soon. thanks for the video
You’re like me, you like DA/SA compact sized pistols. For the longest time I was trying to decide between purchasing the Wilson Combat Brigadier 92G vs. p229 Legion. I ultimately decided to go with the Legion and love it.
Very on point video. Although I don't own a CZ, I heard nothing but good and would love to. I do have a 92FS, which I agree is the smoothest semi auto I've ever shot and I recently picked up a P228 that I absolutely love.
Agree on all three.............I had a Sig 226 mk25 and just didn't love it......shot my sons 229 Legion and it was a beauty......I also just got my 1st CZ-- a 75bd and it has become my number one hand gun...........love how it feels and shoots........my wife even enjoys it
Thanks for the great video (I just subscribed)! My favorites are the HK P30sk (fantastic gun!), HK 45c, and the Beretta 92FS. I've never handled a CZ, but have heard good things about them. (Massachusetts gun shops can't sell CZ handguns.) The only Sig that currently interests me is the P226 Mark 25. I really want one! The controls on the Legion models are different. The slide release/stop is tiny and I have a LOT of trouble using it.
I think you'll like your CZ even better the more you shoot it. A pro kit will shorten the reset to about 1.5-2mm, CZ Custom, Mid West Gun Works generally carry the CGW precision wire cut version. I've found the Nickel coated parts really are that much better. BTW, I've used Ballastol following the Frog Lube protocol for several years. Frog Lube is great stuff especially in Florida but then I can't use blue moly grease because petro lube kills Frog Lube dead. I've found Ballistol the very best CLP on the market bar none. Does hurt plastic, wood, leather, paint. It's just a CLP but I can't say enough good thing about it.
Beretta 92fs and CZ 75 P-07 Duty are the only two DA/SA pistols I own, so they're my favorite haha. Been loving this recent string of videos Nolan, and hope all is well with your gf and family. Keep up the good work!
Just a tidbit of info about the Beretta, Cheaper than Dirt has 18rd mags by mec-gar for the 92fs. They work really good and about 25 bucks it's hard to beat.
The best DA/SA pistols are made by H&K. I own three for 30 yrs. Quality is so good, I’ve never had any issues, period.trusted by governments and military for decades.. expensive but you get what you pay for.
Excellent video. I agree 100% that the Sig p229 Legion is the perfect size for me personally. I haven’t shot the Baretta, however I choose the p229 Legion as # 1 on the list for its trigger and features.. When shopping for my Legion it came down to the p229 and Wilson Combat Brigadier 92G. It was close but the P229 just got better in my hands so I chose it instead.
Damn near my exact pick. 92FS / M9, P229 and CZ75 SP-01 Tactical. I would have to throw my CZ RAMI BD in there as well. Not that the RAMI trigger is amazing, but there is really not a DA/SA in the same very compact size as the RAMI that matches it. Plus it is excellent quality. Out of my top 3 picks, my P229 40S&W trigger is the best. Pretty sure it is because it was made in 1994 and it has been back to Sig a couple times for the service package, so the trigger is nice and broke in. SOOOOOO smooth! The CZ handguns do fit my hands best out of these though.
I own a Bersa TPR9C. BEST stock trigger and most reliable DA/SA I've owned (that includes the 226 and 229). Goldilocks size. Total sleeper. And under $400. Check out vids by Sootch00, Baates, and Noir.
an HK Hater leaves out the P30 which ergonomically beats them all with the ambi paddle mag drop and extended ambi slide releases which is the ONLY one you don't have to change your grip to do a mag change on.
Get you a Langdon’s LTT and you will leave the others in the safe. The Beretta Centurion is like a G19 or Commander size. I converted to Langdon’s LTT from 41 years of carrying 1911’s. Will never look back. Great video too!
I've only had firearms for about two-and-a-half years I have Beretta 92fs and it is just brilliant I also have a sig 2022 which is a excellent firearms well and I have a IMI Jericho 941 a CZ variant basically I have all three of these guns and they are all just excellent
My preferences for DA/SA are going to fall quite narrowly into primarily one manufacturer. Sig Sauer. First up, is the Sig P226 nitron with the SRT as it's a glass smooth, soft shooter. Next up is the P229 nitron with the SRT as it's a great size for carry and last in the Sig lineup is my P225 A1. Perfect grip size, SRT factory installed and butter smooth trigger. Outside of the Sig lineup I have to give props to an oddball that likely will be a shocker. This is my HK P2000 in 40SW. This thing is a dream to shoot and with a slightly lightened hammer spring, rivals my Sigs in butter smooth trigger and carry comfort.
Same 3 I'd pick although the SIG is ungodly expensive. I have the other two. P0-1 in poly green finish. Beretta 92A1 tuned on a little bit. I do have an early P220 that shoots very well. On the full size 92 vs the shorter 229 you can opt for the shorter Beretta that's about the same as the SIG. Spot on on the Beretta parts smoothness. Just got an older 92S and the slide is glass smooth on it too. Price as no object I'd take the SIG. Price considered either of the other two is just fine. Beretta has a huge advantage for cheap magazine prices though. If we were adding a 4th pick I also like the old Ruger P series (P89, P93). Not quite as refined or accurate but still excellent combat type pistols that will run anything you feed it.
The Sig Is The Top Pistol On The Market Hands Down!! Love My, 229 Elite Carry... Its my Favorite Gun, I like It A Lil Bit More Than My FN509 Tactical..
My favorite 3 are: Israeli Military Industries Jerico 941, H&K 45C, CZ P-01 Omega. The CZ being on the top of the list for ergonomics and ease of sighting/firing.
Great list. I have the p229 legion and a beretta 92fs. I Almost bought a cz po1 omega but I didn’t like the fish hook style round trigger. I’ll add another gun to the list of awesome DaSa pistols- the Smith &Wesson 4566. Same or very similar to the 5906 but 45 acp instead of 9mm. If you’ve never shot any of the S&W dasa guns you should try one. The Striker fired M&P series replaced them.... too bad. Great video!
All great guns but for me I’d put the Sig scorpion elite at the top of your list. Mine came with a trigger pull of 1lb 4.4oz out of the box and it really doesn’t come any better.
The Legion does have a grayguns trigger but it’s a grayguns designed trigger that Sig builds. It is a mim trigger, hollow. I love it, it is still great.
I have the Beretta 92fs Italian made, chrome lined barrel, put Kingwood checkered Houge grips on it & painted the front sight in Blaze Orange "Neon Pop", and it is about perfect, will never get rid of it. I also have the CZ 75 P01 compact decocker only, but mine is newer, & it has much better sights, Novack style, rear sight comes right to the back of the slide. And the newer CZ'S have a different style decocking lever on them, placed further towards the barrel & now all come standard with 15 round mags, & also take the 14 rounders from my all steel CZ 75 compact & also take the 17 round mags from my full size all steel CZ 75. I've never liked the high bore axis on Sig Saur pistols, even though they are great guns, the only one I ever liked was the Sig 239 compact, which I sadly think they guit making. They came in 9mm &.40 S&W. I could have bought one, but they only had it in .40 S&W & I'm not too enamored with that cartridge. I only own one & that is because it is a Browning Hi-Power, a firearm I just love, I have 3 of them all different models. By the way the reason the ergonomics are so good on the CZ is because they copied it directly from the Browning Hi-Power ergonomics. You put one of those Hi-Powers in your hand & it becomes your hand. I put LOK "Crosscut" grips on my CZ 75 P01 compact & a McCarbo stainless steel guide Rod in my CZ & my 92fs, as it is the only plastic part on both of the entire guns. The CZ is my first choice also, the firearm is amazing & is only a few ounces heavier than the Block Glock Tupperware model 19 & virtually the same size. I'll take a D/A S/A Hammer fired all metal weapon in a nice leather holster everyday of the week, over the plastic wonder nines, ugly as they are. But that's just an Old School Cool old timer's opinion, take it or leave it, but I've shot them all & I will never own a Nylon / Polymer / Plastic firearm,....ever.
Did you know the Beretta 92 has an equally high bore axis height as the SIG P226 at 1.8 inches? The locking block action and lighter open slide may help reduce muzzle flip a bit on the 92 though. I shot both back to back a few times and the SIG actually felt a tad softer to me, but the Beretta might have had a tad less muzzle flip and was more accurate for me. The grip and controls also felt a bit better on the SIG IMO. But the 92 is more iconic looking. I personally prefer polymer frame firearms as they never feel too cold or hot, can have a more customized shape and texture, and can flex a bit which can sometimes lower the harsh feedback of some metal frame guns (Beretta 92 and SIG P226 don't have this harsh feedback), not to mention polymer frame guns are lighter to carry and usually cost a lot less and don't corrode. Of course there are always trade offs with any design - it just depends on your use case scenario and preferences.
I personally shot the Beretta M9 and loved it. I am a CZ lover I have a CZ 75b a CZ 75 Compact and I just bought last week the CZ 75 P-01 which I will get this week. I haven't personally shot the CZ 75 P-01 but I'm really looking forward to that. I'll be honest about the P229 it looks too big and bulky and it's too tall looking from the frame to the top of the barrel. Personally if I was going for a handgun in that price range I spend a couple hundred dollars more and get to CZ Shadow 2.
Top 3 DA/SA of the pistols I own would be my SP-01 Shadow, HK USP9 & 45T with the match trigger, Sig P226 TacOps with short reset trigger. My favorite though can change monthly, weekly or daily lol.
Jay Rod I agree 100%! I chose the p229 Legion out of all the guns in the $ 1,000 - 1,400 range. I love that trigger and SRT. Fit and finish is excellent.
Certainly not a bad list at all. I’d be inclined to swap the P229 out for the P220, but that’s only because I shoot really well with .45. The M9 takes me back to my military days, so I can’t complain there either. I’ve never shot the CZ, but it’s on my list for sure!
Nice video with good details. Good range of choices. Some of us due to location, do not have the availability to enjoy the Legion series and must choose P226s or other P229s instead. For a budget, the SP2022 can be a good place to start with a Sig. Also, appreciated your videos on the S&W 629 5 inch 44 magnum. Thanks.
Compare the SP2022 to your p229 in 9mm - you might wonder where did that extra $700-800 go? I love both - and your top 3. Of course DA/SA is my animal of choice. So I would change the title to Best pistolies ever.
Ive never shot a 1911, To me...The smoothest cycling pistol is Beretta 92, and good trigger, the best trigger is IWI Jericho, Walther P99 trigger no were as good as the first 2. Sold a HK P30sk due to the long and heavy gritty trigger. Looking at Sig P225a1, how does that compare to the Beretta 92 single action trigger and IWI single action trigger? Is a 1911 way better than either IWI or 92?
@@mikexlr8 aren't those three you have listed all above the $600 range? Out of the three you have listed how does the Sig P229 compare? I'm interested in that gun but will not be buying the more expensive Legion and will be buying the cheaper one which runs around 760 as a ballpark number. What can you tell me about the Sig trigger and things you like about it or don't like about it. I tried one in the gun shop and dry fired it and I loved it but I'm not sure which one it was other than the price range some kind of fraid to just order one I have a CZ po9 and it's fabulous for shooting all kinds of ammo it's probably my most reliable. However I don't find the trigger that good, it's not horrible, but not great either. The reset on it I would call horrible. Guns like the Sig 229 and the Bersa blow it away and the Bersa is much less. Also I have that CZ po9 which broke on me at 200 rounds. Without warning and without any reason the double action trigger just stopped working. I had to send it back to CZ and they replace parts and I lost the gun for 6 weeks. I don't find it ergonomically great like everyone claims it's not bad but not great, the trigger is not great either, not bad and then it broke on me which then makes me doubt how much I can trust it.
Since this is a DA/SA only list my favorites are to date: CZ75B in 9mm Sig P229 in 40 S&W All awesome shooters but I would include my 1911 10mm as my other favorite pistol to date.
So the Sig and the CZ have the opposite locations of their slide stop and decocker? That could be challenging when rotating your carry pistols over time. I think I'd prefer the decocker aft and the slide stop forward... Just saying....
For the money the CZ is by far the best all around pistol! Had two Sig Legions, sold them, now have two CZ75’s! Never had a Beretta, but never liked the grip on those either.
@@VulcanXIV 🤣 sold the CZ’s too, found a 1988 W German P225 w/box that’s in excellent condition. And a P320x compact with Romeo 1Pro and Wilson combat grip module. Like these much better! Legions were nice but to darn big/ heavy to carry.
Upgrade the CZ with Cajun Gun Works Pro Series Kit, Truglo TFX Pro Tritium/Fiber Optics Day/Night sights and Mec-Gar 15 round magazines and it will be your all time favorite compact gun and still cost a little less than the Sig Legion. My other two choices would have been the Beretta Wilson Combat and Sig Legion as well.
Does the cheapest model of the Sig P229 have a good trigger? Has anyone tried the trigger on the Bersa tpr9? I think it's better than those on the list I have a CZ p-09. I have to say it's my most reliable gun for shooting all types of ammo however the trigger is not that great. Everybody carries on about the CZ but I am just not seeing that . I also had my double action trigger break and had to send it back for repairs so I don't know how reliable or durable it is. I dry fired the Beretta in a gun shop and personally they were not that impressive to me.
Try a grand power k100 mk12 it is the smoothest and best shooting gun I've ever shot. The Beretta 92 was but the grand power beat it . Its a hammer fire and sa/da option , decocker but the trigger is the best out of box trigger on the market
@@peetos-chan2835 actually, if you're mechanically inclined, for the cz spend about 50 bucks for a spring kit and a polish job kit and do the work yourself from mcarbo Now I'm not saying the kits from CGW arent awesome because they are, but if you're looking to lower the SA/DA and get a buttery smooth pull for under 50 bucks, do the job yourself 😉🤘
I don't understand how someone can go on about how good a gun is and how it's far superior, but then go on and say I've had the trigger modified, I changed out the sights, and I put new grips on it but it's the best kind of out there. If it was that good why would you modify it so much?
@@francostacy7675 I absolutely agree with you! CZ fanboys keep saying that CZ is better than Sig, Beretta, Glock, HK, etc and simultaneously recommend to change a bunch of parts in the gun essentially doubling the initial price of it.
What do you guys think of the beretta 92 compact? I love my family’s m9 and want a glock 19-ish sized gun to carry around. I really do like the Da/Sa feel, and don’t mind something a little heavy to keep recoil down.
I c?dunno how I've never seen this video before but here's mine: my m9 is still my fave(also glassy smooth slide), and I adore my p229 elite stainless(precursor to the legion)...and my fiance and I are buying p01 omegas this week!
On the P01 the green sights will illuminate if you shine a light on them. Also all 15-19 round CZ 75 mags will fit. Just not flush with the grip. Finally the P01 trigger really smooths out with use. I have a standard P229 and the CZ trigger is better.
Kevin X the P-01 Omega has those sights, not the regular P-01. Check the website. They don't point it out well but you can see that they're different sights. I just ordered the Omega and learned this.
Amazing gun, picked one up about a month ago put round 300 rounds thru it. Love the added weight on it, very smooth shooting pistol. Between the p07 and p01 I'd take the p01
The px4 is objectively better than at least 2 of not all of the guns listed. Trigger, reliability, ergos, ease of modification, and recoil especially. It deserves a serious look. The langdons are fantastic but you can get one stock thats as good or better than a lot of custom pistols. Beretta sells a drop in trigger group that is fantastic.
socc69 Agrred, it's my primary carry as well but mines been to Cajun Gun Works for a complete pro package job. DA pull is roughly 6lbs after 750 rounds and SA pull is right around 3.75lbs. Smooth as teflon and an awesome short reset now. I carry it aiwb with a Vedder light tuck holster. No issues at all with weight or printing.
CZ75 P-01. I’ll agree w you. Ergonomic to the max. The sights are terrible and had them changed out by my gunsmith. TruGlows now are amazing w this pistol! Keep up the reviews and vids BTW, just bought my 629 last week in 5”. What a beauty.
FNX 45 Tactical.... Carry it concealed every day in the AIWB position... Just really never understood why people say you "can't carry a big gun." I have NO problems... No comfort issues, even driving, sitting, bending, etc... And no concealment issues.... 15+1 45 ACP... Hard to beat, and shoots REAL NICE too... LOL
I prefer SA/DA because the first trigger pull is longer, which to me feels safer. The follow ups will be quicker and accurate with the quick break. Perfect for carrying without a safety.
The Beretta is such a fine, glassy smooth handgun. What a forgotten joy the Beretta is to shoot. A marvel of engineering. Underrated and underappreciated.
I certainly realize it has a following and has a nice history, and I've never shot one but instead only dry fired it. I have to say in the dry firing mode it didn't really really impress me
I have to agree with you
@Emmanuel Goldstein they sell a red dot ready version now.
@@francostacy7675 I remain unimpressed as well. I have shot it. The ergos, the location of the safety/decocker? Last place. Does nothing for me.
The Sig is a nice gun. That'll work. I don't own one though.
The one I had to buy was the CZ P-01. It has Dawson night sights and LOK palm-swell grips. Sweet! A keeper. Although I'm not really a '9mm for EDC' kinda guy, I do carry it sometimes.
I think it’s too freaking big
Given a little time, you will find that the accuracy of the CZ is second to none and when you compare the purchase cost of the P-01 to the Legion, you will find more than enough money left over to install a CGW kit to address the reset along with sights of your choice and you will have amongst the very best DA/SA pistols in the world.
Seems like all the second hand shops in CO are plumb out of DA/SA pistol s of all brands and types, I wonder what this is about, is everyone litteraly carring cocked and locked....
Just wanted to point out that the CZ 75 p-01, featured in the video, does take regular CZ 75 Magazines, which hold 16 rounds. Awesome gun.
Excellent information, sir! I've just started looking at DA/SA handguns and honestly didn't have any idea where to look or what to look for. Thanks for the info! The hunt is on!
I love the Beretta PX4 storm compact Carry Ernest Langdon edition and I will be getting the Wilson combat 92 to complement it
My top 3 are my Sphinx SDP 'duty' size, Sig P226 Legion SAO & CZ PCR. Thanks for the video and cheers!
CZ- I agree , very ergonomic. Really like my CZ 75 PCR compact. I’d like to handle the Sig 229 and the Baretta someday.
If you are digging the CZ ergonomics you won't like the Beretta... My CZs feel like they grew out of my hands. Compared to them, the Beretta is a brick.
Great video, I own two of your top three pics. I really never got into the Beretta M9 platform because of the slide placed decocker, but hear their actions are like butter.
Anyway thanks again for all your informative and entertaining reviews, recently found your channel and appreciate your work.
BTW, my CZ Shadow 2 has a stock trigger that rivals the legion’s, if not surpasses that 229 trigger imo.
Just found this and my top 3 varies just a bit from yours. P229 is by far #1 and has been in my primary carry rotation for decades, its on me as I type this. My #2 is P07 with M-Carbo spring kit, right size/weight for carry, capacity and serious use. From the box trigger isn't great but Cajun, Apex and M-Carbo fix that. #3 the P01 Omega, I prefer the less curved trigger to the hook on the std P01 and other CZ similar offerings. Spring kit helps here too.
Beretta loses me with the slide mounted safety/decocker and size since daily concealed carry is my primary focus. I actually prefer the frame mounted version by Taurus but size and poor Taurus QC eliminate it from my list. I love 3rd Gen Smith's as well but again they get a strike for slide mounted safety/decocker. FN and HK options are fine guns but thick and less desirable triggers and decocker ergos for my hands.
My wife is a fan of DA/SA as well and her primary is a nearly 3 decades old 3913 Smith. She doesn't mind the slide mounted decocker/safety as much and the small size works better for her hands and needs. It's a shame so few options exist for smaller footprint DA/SA folks in this age of poly strikers. Springfield has the XDe now but I'm not a fan of Croatian strikers. Her #2 is also P01 Omega.
I have these 3 guns and I couldn't agree with you more. Great video, sir.
Me too
These are THE top 3 guns, period. Thanks for the vid.
My P-01 is newer and has 15-round magazines. I put LOK Palm Swell grips on it and it also has Dawson night-sights. Outside that, it's just like it left the factory. What a shooter and it feels like it grew out of my hands when I hold it.
I certainly understand wanting thinner grips for a small hand, but, for those of us with big hands, the palm swell grips of the CZs help fill out the hand. It's part of the whole package, complementing the angle and shape of the grip frame, which includes a nice trigger guard undercut. Nolan is just one of many who have said CZs just feel natural in the hand. If you're looking for comfort, you should check them out.
American made LOK grips for the CZ pistols are exactly the same size & have the palm swell in them just like the rubber ones. They are fantastic grips & good looking to boot. Great purchase no movement in the hand & I believe keep sweat under control waaay better than the rubber ones, but the rubber ones aren't bad at all.
My M9 is the most accurate pistol I own, and I own a lot of pistols. I did dress it up with Wilson Combat grips, rear sight, decocker, recoil guide, Beretta steel trigger and D spring. Thanks for the video!
I shoot my M9 the best out of all the handguns I own the M9 will shoot way more accurately than I will ever be so I will have to agree with you Frank.
The Wilson parts definitely make an already great pistol just that much better! Thanks for watching frank!
I too would have to pick Beretta for first choice.
I have a cz 75 compact and I can't say enough about how this thing performs.
Thirdly would have to be my Remington R1 Enhanced 1911.
So that's my three today, tomorrow might be a different story.
Thanks for this informative video, it's a big help. I'm a 1911 guy but am looking to go to a good 9mm handgun. I had narrowed it down to Beretta PX4, Sig P226 or P229, HK USP (LEM) and CZ P01. Every day a different one of those floats to the top of the list, but it's starting to become the Seal Team Sig with Gray Guns trigger, vs, CZ P01 with Cajon trigger. Though I am fascinated with the rotating barrel or the PX4. Are there any of these you would cross off my list? What would you recommend?
Very good choices. Beretta 92 and p226 are my top two guns period.
That 229 fits perfectly in my hand but I originally wanted the 226 legion
smith and wesson model 5906 is my favorite.
is has a very short reset, very accurate, proven track record, most reliable pistol s+w ever made.
they should have never stopped making it...
i will be picking up a sig sauer to add to my collection soon.
thanks for the video
Had 2 5926. Great gun. Built like a tank
I worked for the Florida DOC in the nineties and the 5906 was our duty firearm, I really enjoyed shooting it! Tried to find one cheap, no luck yet!
You’re like me, you like DA/SA compact sized pistols. For the longest time I was trying to decide between purchasing the Wilson Combat Brigadier 92G vs. p229 Legion. I ultimately decided to go with the Legion and love it.
Very on point video. Although I don't own a CZ, I heard nothing but good and would love to. I do have a 92FS, which I agree is the smoothest semi auto I've ever shot and I recently picked up a P228 that I absolutely love.
Agree on all three.............I had a Sig 226 mk25 and just didn't love it......shot my sons 229 Legion and it was a beauty......I also just got my 1st CZ-- a 75bd and it has become my number one hand gun...........love how it feels and shoots........my wife even enjoys it
The CZ ergos are hard to beat!!
Thanks for the great video (I just subscribed)! My favorites are the HK P30sk (fantastic gun!), HK 45c, and the Beretta 92FS. I've never handled a CZ, but have heard good things about them. (Massachusetts gun shops can't sell CZ handguns.) The only Sig that currently interests me is the P226 Mark 25. I really want one! The controls on the Legion models are different. The slide release/stop is tiny and I have a LOT of trouble using it.
Excellent choice, actually my 3 favorite handguns 👍
I think you'll like your CZ even better the more you shoot it.
A pro kit will shorten the reset to about 1.5-2mm, CZ Custom, Mid West Gun Works generally carry the CGW precision wire cut version. I've found the Nickel coated parts really are that much better.
BTW, I've used Ballastol following the Frog Lube protocol for several years. Frog Lube is great stuff especially in Florida but then I can't use blue moly grease because petro lube kills Frog Lube dead. I've found Ballistol the very best CLP on the market bar none. Does hurt plastic, wood, leather, paint. It's just a CLP but I can't say enough good thing about it.
Beretta 92fs and CZ 75 P-07 Duty are the only two DA/SA pistols I own, so they're my favorite haha.
Been loving this recent string of videos Nolan, and hope all is well with your gf and family.
Keep up the good work!
Thanks Dave, I appreciate it brother! 👍🏼
Great video..we drink the same cool-aid in regards to the Sig and CZ, except mine are the CZ 75D PCR and the Sig Legion 229 SAO pistols.
Nice operation of controls with left hand (facing away from you, no less!) - I'm impressed
Just a tidbit of info about the Beretta, Cheaper than Dirt has 18rd mags by mec-gar for the 92fs. They work really good and about 25 bucks it's hard to beat.
It’s funny you put these three. I love the beretta, p01, and the p229
The best DA/SA pistols are made by H&K. I own three for 30 yrs. Quality is so good, I’ve never had any issues, period.trusted by governments and military for decades.. expensive but you get what you pay for.
Excellent video. I agree 100% that the Sig p229 Legion is the perfect size for me personally. I haven’t shot the Baretta, however I choose the p229 Legion as # 1 on the list for its trigger and features.. When shopping for my Legion it came down to the p229 and Wilson Combat Brigadier 92G. It was close but the P229 just got better in my hands so I chose it instead.
Damn near my exact pick. 92FS / M9, P229 and CZ75 SP-01 Tactical. I would have to throw my CZ RAMI BD in there as well. Not that the RAMI trigger is amazing, but there is really not a DA/SA in the same very compact size as the RAMI that matches it. Plus it is excellent quality. Out of my top 3 picks, my P229 40S&W trigger is the best. Pretty sure it is because it was made in 1994 and it has been back to Sig a couple times for the service package, so the trigger is nice and broke in. SOOOOOO smooth! The CZ handguns do fit my hands best out of these though.
Ive got a buddy thats going to let me try out the RAMI. Im definitely looking forward to that!
I own a Bersa TPR9C. BEST stock trigger and most reliable DA/SA I've owned (that includes the 226 and 229). Goldilocks size. Total sleeper. And under $400. Check out vids by Sootch00, Baates, and Noir.
Dude. You picked 3 great ones!
I own the CZ 75 and the CZ 2075 RAMI. I conceal carry both of them exclusively. I put Truglow sights on both.
an HK Hater leaves out the P30 which ergonomically beats them all with the ambi paddle mag drop and extended ambi slide releases which is the ONLY one you don't have to change your grip to do a mag change on.
Love them all. If I may throw in an honorable mention. I’ve had a FNP-9 since 2009 and still love it.
I have CZ 75D Compact, CZ 75 SP01 Tactical, Baretta 92 CZ Tactical 18 round nail driver, Compact with mag extension is 17 round CZ great guns
Get you a Langdon’s LTT and you will leave the others in the safe. The Beretta Centurion is like a G19 or Commander size. I converted to Langdon’s LTT from 41 years of carrying 1911’s. Will never look back. Great video too!
I've only had firearms for about two-and-a-half years I have Beretta 92fs and it is just brilliant I also have a sig 2022 which is a excellent firearms well and I have a IMI Jericho 941 a CZ variant basically I have all three of these guns and they are all just excellent
My preferences for DA/SA are going to fall quite narrowly into primarily one manufacturer. Sig Sauer. First up, is the Sig P226 nitron with the SRT as it's a glass smooth, soft shooter. Next up is the P229 nitron with the SRT as it's a great size for carry and last in the Sig lineup is my P225 A1. Perfect grip size, SRT factory installed and butter smooth trigger. Outside of the Sig lineup I have to give props to an oddball that likely will be a shocker. This is my HK P2000 in 40SW. This thing is a dream to shoot and with a slightly lightened hammer spring, rivals my Sigs in butter smooth trigger and carry comfort.
Same 3 I'd pick although the SIG is ungodly expensive. I have the other two. P0-1 in poly green finish. Beretta 92A1 tuned on a little bit. I do have an early P220 that shoots very well. On the full size 92 vs the shorter 229 you can opt for the shorter Beretta that's about the same as the SIG. Spot on on the Beretta parts smoothness. Just got an older 92S and the slide is glass smooth on it too. Price as no object I'd take the SIG. Price considered either of the other two is just fine. Beretta has a huge advantage for cheap magazine prices though. If we were adding a 4th pick I also like the old Ruger P series (P89, P93). Not quite as refined or accurate but still excellent combat type pistols that will run anything you feed it.
The Sig Is The Top Pistol On The Market Hands Down!! Love My, 229 Elite Carry... Its my Favorite Gun, I like It A Lil Bit More Than My FN509 Tactical..
My favorite 3 are: Israeli Military Industries Jerico 941, H&K 45C, CZ P-01 Omega. The CZ being on the top of the list for ergonomics and ease of sighting/firing.
yes agree the CZ p-01 is a great handgun the omega trigger just makes it even better.
The IMI 941 is excellent. One of the few weapons I can triple tap with less than an inch between shots on target.
Greg cotes llc I believe has a great variety of magazines for that cz I have a couple of hi cap mags
Great list. I have the p229 legion and a beretta 92fs. I Almost bought a cz po1 omega but I didn’t like the fish hook style round trigger.
I’ll add another gun to the list of awesome DaSa pistols- the Smith &Wesson 4566. Same or very similar to the 5906 but 45 acp instead of 9mm. If you’ve never shot any of the S&W dasa guns you should try one. The Striker fired M&P series replaced them.... too bad.
Great video!
I really appreciate your honesty!
All great guns but for me I’d put the Sig scorpion elite at the top of your list. Mine came with a trigger pull of 1lb 4.4oz out of the box and it really doesn’t come any better.
The Legion does have a grayguns trigger but it’s a grayguns designed trigger that Sig builds. It is a mim trigger, hollow. I love it, it is still great.
Kriss Sphinx is another bad ass double action, as well a the CZ P07, but I also have a P01 and it is awesome as well.
I have the Beretta 92fs Italian made, chrome lined barrel, put Kingwood checkered Houge grips on it & painted the front sight in Blaze Orange "Neon Pop", and it is about perfect, will never get rid of it. I also have the CZ 75 P01 compact decocker only, but mine is newer, & it has much better sights, Novack style, rear sight comes right to the back of the slide. And the newer CZ'S have a different style decocking lever on them, placed further towards the barrel & now all come standard with 15 round mags, & also take the 14 rounders from my all steel CZ 75 compact & also take the 17 round mags from my full size all steel CZ 75. I've never liked the high bore axis on Sig Saur pistols, even though they are great guns, the only one I ever liked was the Sig 239 compact, which I sadly think they guit making. They came in 9mm &.40 S&W. I could have bought one, but they only had it in .40 S&W & I'm not too enamored with that cartridge. I only own one & that is because it is a Browning Hi-Power, a firearm I just love, I have 3 of them all different models. By the way the reason the ergonomics are so good on the CZ is because they copied it directly from the Browning Hi-Power ergonomics. You put one of those Hi-Powers in your hand & it becomes your hand. I put LOK "Crosscut" grips on my CZ 75 P01 compact & a McCarbo stainless steel guide Rod in my CZ & my 92fs, as it is the only plastic part on both of the entire guns. The CZ is my first choice also, the firearm is amazing & is only a few ounces heavier than the Block Glock Tupperware model 19 & virtually the same size. I'll take a D/A S/A Hammer fired all metal weapon in a nice leather holster everyday of the week, over the plastic wonder nines, ugly as they are. But that's just an Old School Cool old timer's opinion, take it or leave it, but I've shot them all & I will never own a Nylon / Polymer / Plastic firearm,....ever.
Did you know the Beretta 92 has an equally high bore axis height as the SIG P226 at 1.8 inches? The locking block action and lighter open slide may help reduce muzzle flip a bit on the 92 though. I shot both back to back a few times and the SIG actually felt a tad softer to me, but the Beretta might have had a tad less muzzle flip and was more accurate for me. The grip and controls also felt a bit better on the SIG IMO. But the 92 is more iconic looking. I personally prefer polymer frame firearms as they never feel too cold or hot, can have a more customized shape and texture, and can flex a bit which can sometimes lower the harsh feedback of some metal frame guns (Beretta 92 and SIG P226 don't have this harsh feedback), not to mention polymer frame guns are lighter to carry and usually cost a lot less and don't corrode. Of course there are always trade offs with any design - it just depends on your use case scenario and preferences.
I personally shot the Beretta M9 and loved it. I am a CZ lover I have a CZ 75b a CZ 75 Compact and I just bought last week the CZ 75 P-01 which I will get this week. I haven't personally shot the CZ 75 P-01 but I'm really looking forward to that. I'll be honest about the P229 it looks too big and bulky and it's too tall looking from the frame to the top of the barrel. Personally if I was going for a handgun in that price range I spend a couple hundred dollars more and get to CZ Shadow 2.
Top 3 DA/SA of the pistols I own would be my SP-01 Shadow, HK USP9 & 45T with the match trigger, Sig P226 TacOps with short reset trigger. My favorite though can change monthly, weekly or daily lol.
Sig P229 Legion is #1 in my book. Great video bro!! 👍👍
Jay Rod I agree 100%! I chose the p229 Legion out of all the guns in the
$ 1,000 - 1,400 range. I love that trigger and SRT. Fit and finish is excellent.
Certainly not a bad list at all. I’d be inclined to swap the P229 out for the P220, but that’s only because I shoot really well with .45. The M9 takes me back to my military days, so I can’t complain there either. I’ve never shot the CZ, but it’s on my list for sure!
We seem to have very similar tastes in pistols. I’ve been meaning to get my hands on a pair of CZ75 P01s.
Tea & Empire you will LOVE the CZ
You'll absolutely fall in love with the CZ P01...egos are amazing and it's such a smooth shooter all around
Great vid! Subbed!
Not a bad list. Actually a very good one. The Legion would have been my #1. Did you consider any of the Heckler and Koch pistols?
question: are you using those rubber dummy rounds? as to not damage the firing pin while dry firing?
Nice video with good details. Good range of choices. Some of us due to location, do not have the availability to enjoy the Legion series and must choose P226s or other P229s instead. For a budget, the SP2022 can be a good place to start with a Sig. Also, appreciated your videos on the S&W 629 5 inch 44 magnum. Thanks.
Thanks man, I definitely appreciate it! ...... Ive never tried a 2022 but what ive seen on them people seem to really like them.
Compare the SP2022 to your p229 in 9mm - you might wonder where did that extra $700-800 go? I love both - and your top 3. Of course DA/SA is my animal of choice. So I would change the title to Best pistolies ever.
Ive never shot a 1911, To me...The smoothest cycling pistol is Beretta 92, and good trigger, the best trigger is IWI Jericho, Walther P99 trigger no were as good as the first 2. Sold a HK P30sk due to the long and heavy gritty trigger. Looking at Sig P225a1, how does that compare to the Beretta 92 single action trigger and IWI single action trigger? Is a 1911 way better than either IWI or 92?
Your picks are excellent but CZ P07 gets my vote.
My top 3 in no specific order:
Sig P229 Legion
Wilson Combat 92G Brigadier
CZ SP-01 Shadow
Honorable Mention - HK P30L
How do the cheaper model of Sig 229 Stack Up?
@@francostacy7675 it’s not bad, the trigger just isn’t as smooth as my top 3.
@@mikexlr8 aren't those three you have listed all above the $600 range?
Out of the three you have listed how does the Sig P229 compare? I'm interested in that gun but will not be buying the more expensive Legion and will be buying the cheaper one which runs around 760 as a ballpark number. What can you tell me about the Sig trigger and things you like about it or don't like about it. I tried one in the gun shop and dry fired it and I loved it but I'm not sure which one it was other than the price range some kind of fraid to just order one
I have a CZ po9 and it's fabulous for shooting all kinds of ammo it's probably my most reliable. However I don't find the trigger that good, it's not horrible, but not great either. The reset on it I would call horrible. Guns like the Sig 229 and the Bersa blow it away and the Bersa is much less. Also I have that CZ po9 which broke on me at 200 rounds. Without warning and without any reason the double action trigger just stopped working. I had to send it back to CZ and they replace parts and I lost the gun for 6 weeks. I don't find it ergonomically great like everyone claims it's not bad but not great, the trigger is not great either, not bad and then it broke on me which then makes me doubt how much I can trust it.
Beretta 92 Elite LTT
Since this is a DA/SA only list my favorites are to date:
CZ75B in 9mm
Sig P229 in 40 S&W
All awesome shooters but I would include my 1911 10mm as my other favorite pistol to date.
Great I for, thanks! CZ lookin’ good.
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So the Sig and the CZ have the opposite locations of their slide stop and decocker? That could be challenging when rotating your carry pistols over time. I think I'd prefer the decocker aft and the slide stop forward... Just saying....
For the money the CZ is by far the best all around pistol!
Had two Sig Legions, sold them, now have two CZ75’s! Never had a Beretta, but never liked the grip on those either.
Never trust a man who sold his p226/229's, let alone legions
@@VulcanXIV 🤣 sold the CZ’s too, found a 1988 W German P225 w/box that’s in excellent condition. And a P320x compact with Romeo 1Pro and Wilson combat grip module. Like these much better! Legions were nice but to darn big/ heavy to carry.
I have a cz75 pcr and i must say i love to shoot it. It is my carry Gun and is my favorite. Nice video bro.
Can't complain about this three choices.
The 229 also has a slightly smaller grip circumference than the P226.
Good video Bruh!
Upgrade the CZ with Cajun Gun Works Pro Series Kit, Truglo TFX Pro Tritium/Fiber Optics Day/Night sights and Mec-Gar 15 round magazines and it will be your all time favorite compact gun and still cost a little less than the Sig Legion. My other two choices would have been the Beretta Wilson Combat and Sig Legion as well.
The p229 is a little too chunky and Beretta 92 compact has a long slide.
Making the CZ compact much easier to carry.
Does the cheapest model of the Sig P229 have a good trigger?
Has anyone tried the trigger on the Bersa tpr9? I think it's better than those on the list
I have a CZ p-09. I have to say it's my most reliable gun for shooting all types of ammo however the trigger is not that great. Everybody carries on about the CZ but I am just not seeing that . I also had my double action trigger break and had to send it back for repairs so I don't know how reliable or durable it is.
I dry fired the Beretta in a gun shop and personally they were not that impressive to me.
My top 3 DA/SA pieces are; the HK 45c, USPC .45, and the USPC 9mm.
I love my PO1 but I wish they would come out with an optics ready PO1.
Try a grand power k100 mk12 it is the smoothest and best shooting gun I've ever shot. The Beretta 92 was but the grand power beat it . Its a hammer fire and sa/da option , decocker but the trigger is the best out of box trigger on the market
My top 3:
Hk Usp & Variants (p30, p2000, usp-c, etc.)
CZ-75 & Variants (p-01, p-07, p-09, shadow 2)
Sig p229
If your CZ had a Cajun Gunworks or a CZ Custom Shop trigger job it would be the best double action single action you have fired.
i cajunized my cz. it is pretty damn sweet.
I like to know how a stock pistol compares, bc upgrades are expensive. 😭😭
@@peetos-chan2835 actually, if you're mechanically inclined, for the cz spend about 50 bucks for a spring kit and a polish job kit and do the work yourself from mcarbo
Now I'm not saying the kits from CGW arent awesome because they are, but if you're looking to lower the SA/DA and get a buttery smooth pull for under 50 bucks, do the job yourself 😉🤘
I don't understand how someone can go on about how good a gun is and how it's far superior, but then go on and say I've had the trigger modified, I changed out the sights, and I put new grips on it but it's the best kind of out there. If it was that good why would you modify it so much?
@@francostacy7675 I absolutely agree with you! CZ fanboys keep saying that CZ is better than Sig, Beretta, Glock, HK, etc and simultaneously recommend to change a bunch of parts in the gun essentially doubling the initial price of it.
What do you guys think of the beretta 92 compact? I love my family’s m9 and want a glock 19-ish sized gun to carry around. I really do like the Da/Sa feel, and don’t mind something a little heavy to keep recoil down.
I was interested in buying a CZ but i didn't like how the hammer stays half cocked after using the decocker.
1.) Sig P229
2.) Beretta Px4 storm compact carry
3.) FNX 45 Tactical
I agree.. just purchased a 229 legion, and all I can say is wow.....
I c?dunno how I've never seen this video before but here's mine: my m9 is still my fave(also glassy smooth slide), and I adore my p229 elite stainless(precursor to the legion)...and my fiance and I are buying p01 omegas this week!
Doing a DA /S.A. video with a GLOCK tee shirt. Awesome. Good video.
Yeah, lol. I figured it was so Glock lovers wouldn't be feeling dissed
Great choice of pistols 💪🏽
Thanks Man!
Cajun Gun Works can make that trigger as smooth as Sweet Tea, on a Scorching Hot Louisiana Summer Day. It will be your first choice, Guaranteed!
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CZ shadow 2 compact, beretta 92x, sig 229
My top 3 are P01 Omega , P07 , PX4 Storm compact
I agree about your list, but top of the top is the beretta, specially after Langdon touched it
On the P01 the green sights will illuminate if you shine a light on them. Also all 15-19 round CZ 75 mags will fit. Just not flush with the grip. Finally the P01 trigger really smooths out with use. I have a standard P229 and the CZ trigger is better.
Kevin X the P-01 Omega has those sights, not the regular P-01. Check the website. They don't point it out well but you can see that they're different sights. I just ordered the Omega and learned this.
The trigger return spring on the P01 breaks a lot. They make an enhanced one, more durable. $7.
Only on the omega trigger system which is mushy anyway. The regular trigger is way better.
What do you think about the CZ 75 P-01 Omega?
Amazing gun, picked one up about a month ago put round 300 rounds thru it. Love the added weight on it, very smooth shooting pistol. Between the p07 and p01 I'd take the p01
i like the CZ P-01 .its my EDC
M9a3 is way smoother than a regular 92. 92 is a beauty though!
The px4 is objectively better than at least 2 of not all of the guns listed. Trigger, reliability, ergos, ease of modification, and recoil especially. It deserves a serious look. The langdons are fantastic but you can get one stock thats as good or better than a lot of custom pistols. Beretta sells a drop in trigger group that is fantastic.
Great Video. CZ P01 is at the top of my list too. Do yourself a favor and get some Truglo TFX Night sights.
How heavy is it though ? Can you EDC it ?
Jack Ridge 24-25 oz unloaded which is only a few more than a Glock 19.
socc69 Agrred, it's my primary carry as well but mines been to Cajun Gun Works for a complete pro package job. DA pull is roughly 6lbs after 750 rounds and SA pull is right around 3.75lbs. Smooth as teflon and an awesome short reset now. I carry it aiwb with a Vedder light tuck holster. No issues at all with weight or printing.
socc69
Mepro tru dots, son!
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CZ75 P-01. I’ll agree w you. Ergonomic to the max. The sights are terrible and had them changed out by my gunsmith. TruGlows now are amazing w this pistol! Keep up the reviews and vids
BTW, just bought my 629 last week in 5”. What a beauty.
Couldn't agree more. Only have a couple hundred rounds after the TFX Pro upgrade, but this is by far, my favorite gun to shoot/carry.
FNX 45 Tactical.... Carry it concealed every day in the AIWB position... Just really never understood why people say you "can't carry a big gun."
I have NO problems... No comfort issues, even driving, sitting, bending, etc... And no concealment issues....
15+1 45 ACP... Hard to beat, and shoots REAL NICE too... LOL