CZ75P01 versus Ruger SR9C

[Brin747]

My son turns 18 in a few weeks. I'll be buying him his first handgun for his birthday, and we have been shopping together to pick out what he wants.

He has narrowed it down to these two, and is torn between them. His thoughts are he really likes the feel of the CZ, but it's pretty heavy and a bit unwieldy if he wants to carry it. He likes the Ruger but doesn't like the grip as much as the CZ. I also know how good Ruger's service is if he ever has a problem.

Any other thoughts on these two choices?

 

[ColdDayInHell]

While the SR9c was my first purchase, the P01 is awesome. For CCW I'd pick the Ruger but that CZ will never leave his collection

 

[richc]

CZ everytime. Not even close IMHO. It's a firearm for a lifetime.

 

[The Anchor]

he can pick up the ruger later if he wants, but my vote is for the CZ

 

[seraxmd]

CZP01 is it.

 

[Brin747]

So, the CZ is really that good? The salesman at the shop was really talking it up but I wasn't sure if that was just because of the higher price tag...

 

[dlarge]

So, the CZ is really that good? The salesman at the shop was really talking it up but I wasn't sure if that was just because of the higher price tag...

Absolutely. I just picked up a CZ 75 SP-01 Tactical. Sporting a semi just thinking about it.

http://www.kygunco.com/cz-75-sp-01-tactical-9mm-47-barrel-18-round-pistol-black-43712

BTW, CGW makes a ton of quality upgrades. Really nice trigger stuff. PM me if you want to know a bit more.

 

[jc9394]

you guys in NH are so lucky to get CZ for that kind of price. I sold my Sig 226 and Beretta after I got the CZ75 SP-01 Shadow.

 

[Royal]

That's a no brainer - CZ

 

[shanef]

CZ....

 

[cfbackrow]

Absolutely. I just picked up a CZ 75 SP-01 Tactical. Sporting a semi just thinking about it.

http://www.kygunco.com/cz-75-sp-01-tactical-9mm-47-barrel-18-round-pistol-black-43712

BTW, CGW makes a ton of quality upgrades. Really nice trigger stuff. PM me if you want to know a bit more.

after clicking that link...I want a cz in 45cal

 

[preacher4573]

There is no comparison between the CZ and Ruger. CZ every time. The PO1 is about as good as your going to get. If weight is a concern, try to get the PO1-SDP.

 

[DW357]

CZ because I have a CZ 75b lol. But seriously the build quality is not on the same planet when comparing the 2. Not saying Ruger is junk by any means, the SR series have great triggers.

 

[frenchman]

CZ vs Ruger? Is that a trick question or something? CZ, all day, every day. I like Rugers, especially the underrated and overlooked P series, but there's just no comparison, really.

 

[shipwreck]

P01 ftw, though I have never handled an SR9C. There's just something special about a CZ, so if you can get your hands on one, buy buy buy.

 

[LuvDog]

Another vote for CZ. They don't really compare when it comes down to quality of a firearm.

That being said... Choose whichever shoots better for him.

 

[Brin747]

Well, guess what I'm doing paperwork on?

 

[dlarge]

A CZ. Nice choice

 

[Parker Duofold]

Liking the CZ.

 

[mark056]

CZ he can the Ruger later.

 

[mikelawtown]

I say SR9C as it fits my hand perfect. never an issue and 369.00.
He "WILL" buy another and let the next one be the CZ once he gets familiar with shooting. I like striker fired firearms unless it's a 1911

 

[goodzilla]

Ruger, all the way.

CZ. All the reasons above. Done.

 

[timbo]

I love CZ...I have CZ82 9X18 Mak and that pistol is so much fun to shoot.

I have been ogling this version of the 75 for several years now: http://cz-usa.com/product/cz-75-compact-9mm-black-14-rd-mags/

I just never seem to have the funds to justify it.

 

[Brin747]

Well, we went with the CZ, thanks for all the input. He just really loved the feel of it and decided he can always buy the Ruger for himself later...

How's that for an 18th birthday present? One happy young man!