I ordered it from J&G Sales and paid the extra $10 for Hand Select. They were listed as “Good to Very Good” condition. I’m not sure that I would rate the one I received as Very Good. I would rate it as EXCELLENT! I simply could not believe how good the finish on this pistol is!
The pictures on J&G’s web site showed the normal holster wear and numerous scratches and dings in the factory paint. Most all of the CZs I’ve seen at gun shows were in very ratty condition. The one I received looks like it was stored in some officer’s desk drawer. I sincerely doubt that this one saw everyday carry. I had already planned on having to DuraKote my CZ. Not this one. In fact, I’m considering putting some kind of light clear coat over it to protect the original finish since it’s in such good shape.
Hopefully I can post some pics. (Our ISP is hosed right now and running very slow when it is running.)
Function:
50 rounds of PPU 93 grain FMJ: Perfect. No failures.
50 rounds of Blazer 95 grain TMJ: Perfect. No failures.
50 rounds of Silver Bear 94 grain HP: Perfect. No failures.
Just a few notes on ammo: It’s obvious these critters will eat anything. The only reason I ran the Blazer through it is because it was the only box in town that I could find. It was crappy aluminum cased stuff that probably isn’t even worthy of shooting rats with. I paid $25 for a box of 50 at Gander Mountain because I wanted to have something to try it out with on the first day. Naturally, when I got home I found that my order from AIM Surplus had arrived 2-3 days earlier than expected. Jeesh.
The Silver Bear ammo did something kind of peculiar. I noticed sparks flying out of the muzzle while shooting it. None of the other ammo did this. At first I was concerned but then I realized that it was propellant that was still burning after the round left the barrel. Never seen that one before. The ammo seemed to have normal power and accuracy. I guess it comes with a built-in fireworks display!
Accuracy:
This pistol is more dammed accurate than I am! Is it legal for a pistol to be this accurate? :) (Hopefully, a couple of target picks to follow.)
Handling:
As you guys have mentioned, the CZ82 is a natural pointer. The grip feels perfect in my hand. The trigger is nice and wide (no trigger shoe needed for this one). DA and SA pull are easy and smooth. The front and rear sites have perfect white highlighting. (The only other thing I could ask for is maybe night sights down the road.)
I am EXTREMELY pleased with this purchase!
I really only have two very minor negative comments:
The spare surplus magazine I ordered with it works well except it does not hold the slide back on last round fired (the new looking one that came in the pistol does.) Anyone know any tricks on how to fix this?
The holster that came with it is in very good condition. It’s a rugged leather police holster made by Zubicek. My problem with this holster is that it is designed for “locked and cocked” carry only. The retention strap will only fit between the hammer and firing pin. It will not go around the back of the hammer or the backstrap of the pistol. I have been getting used to carrying DA with one in the chamber and no safety (due to my KelTec P11 with is DAO only). In fact, I’m not sure that I would really consider this holster a safe design due to the CZ82 having an ambidextrous safety. There is nothing to prevent the outboard safety lever from being “bumped” into the “FIRE” position. I like the first shot to be DA so I don’t have to mess with a safety in a stressful situation. Just draw and pull the trigger. Quite frankly, the DA action on this pistol is so easy and smooth I really see no need to carry it “locked and cocked”. I won’t be using this holster.
This is a great gun!
Excellent!
I am very happy that you are please with it and got a good specimen.
I had my CZ75B(40 SW) out to the range yesterday and love what a tack driver it is.
I have decided I am bringing that and the CZ82 as well as a CZ52 to the 6th annual TCMS shoot as my pistol compliment.
Did I mention that I like CZ’s?
RE: Silver Bear ammo
Yeah, I noticed the same thing. Dirty as sin, but the CZ doesn’t care. It eats everything.
If it eats Silver Bear HP’s you are rock solid.
You might want to compare the lips of the two magazines. I'll bet one of them is bent someplace, but ask mylife. He knows that pistol better than I do.
I'm convinced it's the polygonal barrels that make them so wicked accurate. If you get the chance to recover a fired bullet, take a good look at it compared to one fired through traditional rifling. I think you'll agree.
All I know is that I LOVE our 82's. Glad to meet someone else who appreciates a bit of fine Czech craftsmanship.
Best,
L
Do yourself a favor and buy a set of Meprolight sites for it. They improve an already great pistol.