I have one, the grip length is similar to a Glock 19, but the feel is totally different. It is a little hard to rack the slide as the recoil spring is a 17#, but from what I understand the gun was designed for 124 gr. and can handle NATO and +P rounds, you can obtain reduced power recoil springs if you use the correct ammo, in fact there are many aftermarket upgrades from CZ Custom and Cagun Gun Works. I cannot say enough about CZ's customer service, the P-01 I purchased had a blemish in the finish, I spoke with CZ and returned the gun for their inspection and they sent me a new gun within two weeks. I go to Range 14, you are welcome to meet me there and try the gun before you decide.