So I'm in interested in a CZ 75 and, of course, it seems it is the "must have' gun right now.  Especially the SP-01 version.

 

I'm also interested in the compact CZ 75 (I have smallish hands) and I saw this:

 

http://erfurt1918.tumblr.com/post/54469833392/cz-75-compact-my-dad-just-gave-me-this-out-of

 

I think this is a beautiful looking gun (it has after market grips) .......but of course they stopped making the "dual tone" (also seen it listed as "duo tone) last year. 

 

So that got me to reading other postings and I've seen people mention some CZ 75 clones.  Do the clones operate in a similar manner?  I've read that one of the things that makes CZs so accuarate and smoothe is that the slide is in the rail rather than on the rail as many other guns (hope I'm describing this correctly).  Also, are they have similiar reliablility?  One I saw that was very similari to the "duo tone" was this:

 

EAA Witness on top & Tanfoglio Mossad on bottom:

 

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d1/win308/Mossad013_zps7c1814ba.jpg

 

Duo / Dual Tone Tanfoglio Mossad:

 

http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=360116422

 

Canik Shark:

 

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/images/hiRes/411552799_2.jpg

 

Has anyone shot any of these CZ 75 clones AND a CZ 75 and be able to compare the two?  Wondering which ones are worth taking a look at and which ones should be avoided.

 

Thanks in advance for you input & advice.

 

Oh....before people ask, "What do you intend to use the gun for?".....I intend to use it primarily as a range gun and second as a back up to my Ruger GP100 as a 2nd home defense gun.

You could go Tangfolio, but there is no reason to pass on the CZ's. Not sure why you are? You can find the dual tones on gun broker, you'll pay a little more but damn are those really nice.

 

Go CZ75b or 75b compact or go home!

CZ 75BD in stock

I have an IWI Baby Eagle in the marketplace that is a cz clone.  Very accurate, and the gun is built like a tank.  It looks very similar to the Canik Shark you posted.  

 

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/classifieds/item/806-iwi-baby-eagle-ii-40-cal-full-size-steel-frame-w-ammo/

CZ 75BD in stock

 

Not anymore (1 hour 10 minutes later...)

You could go Tangfolio, but there is no reason to pass on the CZ's. Not sure why you are? You can find the dual tones on gun broker, you'll pay a little more but damn are those really nice.

 

Go CZ75b or 75b compact or go home!

 

I've been looking online and haven't seen a dual tone for the past week.  I'm going to continue looking but I'm considering alternatives because of:

 

1. It seems the CZ75 has gotten expensive as more people have discovered them.  If I can find a gun that shots as smoothly, looks very similar and is as reliable as a CZ then it would be something I would seriously consider.

 

2. The one I like, the dual tone, isn't in production any longer.  This makes it even more scarce and more expensive!

 

I just got my 2 permits so it isn't like the clock is ticking (yet) but I don't want to overpay (at least not outrageously so) for a gun.  So that's why I'm soliciting advice on come of the clones.

 

Hopefully I'll find a CZ that I like at a reasonable price but if not I would like something similar. 

I have an IWI Baby Eagle in the marketplace that is a cz clone.  Very accurate, and the gun is built like a tank.  It looks very similar to the Canik Shark you posted.  

 

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/classifieds/item/806-iwi-baby-eagle-ii-40-cal-full-size-steel-frame-w-ammo/

 

 

 

Thanks but I'm looking for a 9mm and would like to find one in dual tone if possible.  Nice looking gun though!  Why you selling it?

Had a CZ 75 BD for 10 years now; its one is on my "do not sell" list. IMHO, do the leg/phone work (there are a few in stock at czcuztom), call up shops, put money down, get a permit extension, and wait for the one you want, even if you need to pay more. "The poor man pays twice," applies here. There is a reason you see many EAA and clones for sale, but very few CZs.

There are a couple on Guns International and keep an eye open on the classifieds on the CZ Forum...a number of CP01's showed up last week but went in a matter of minutes.Good luck

I have the Tangfolio P Witness in .40 as well as the conversion kit in.45. The great thing about the Witness is EAA offers upper conversion kits in multiple calibers and barrel lengths. It is like owning multiple guns with one frame.  Both uppers are accurate shooters and feed everything I have put them.

I have no experience w/ the clones, but have a CZ75SA in .40.  I bought mine about 10 years ago at Bullet Hole for $425.  Wow, these pistols have come up in price.

As said before spend the time looking for the CZ. They are well worth the wait and effort.

Thanks but I'm looking for a 9mm and would like to find one in dual tone if possible. Nice looking gun though! Why you selling it?

I put a few things up for sale to try and offset the cost of a couple upcoming purchases. I am thinking of ordering a Wilson and they are not cheap lol.

I have a Canik Shark, ported, and I love it.  Very light, accurate, controllable gun.  Good looking as well to me.  Drop me a PM if you want to give it a spin.

 

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Here is one in stock they had the full size in stock yesterday so if you want it jump on it as these will not last.

 

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_82/products_id/411539769/CZU+CZ75D+PCR+CMPT+9MM+14

PK gun store in manahawkin has one in stock, cz d compact, 599, like they say, these go fast.

The Tangfolio Force 99 is VERY similar to the SP-01. Almost a cross between the 75B & SP-01. I have one and love it.