Cz p-01

[yqtszhj]

Well, I made it 8 days after Greg posted his CZ group picture before having to add to my CZ platform pistol stash.. Grab a gun sent me an email last Sunday and they had 1 P-01 in stock. Showed it to the wife, she gave the nod, and 2 days later with the hurricane and everything it was at my FFL. Came with CZ rubber grips. I put my grips that were on my C-100 on it and have shot 200 flawless rounds.

https://s26.postimg.org/dfrdhytwp/IMG_8324_1.jpg

I'm thinking it needs some of its own grips. Saw some carbon fiber grips with screws included for an ok price. Might do that.

Here's the family picture. These are habit forming.

https://s26.postimg.org/6f7z2xhih/IMG_8323_1.jpg

[Ed M]

That P-01 is just sweet.

I've recently been favoring one of them over the PCR I've wanted for so long.

I really like my C100, but a decocker would be more up my alley.

Almost bought a P-01 off Gunbroker the other day, but now I hear a P-07 speaking to me. It'd be more practical to carry - at least for me. Too many range toys in my safe already.

Once again, you are NOT making this any easier, but you are still my favorite gun purchase adviser. :)

FWIW, that P-01 is just screaming for some Cool Hand grip screws....

[yqtszhj]

Actually I'm thinking about these but the price...... :confused:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H55CSSY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1T7UNTD03Y8TK&psc=1

[Ikeo74]

Doesn't that screw head sticking out of the grip rub a blister on your hand?

[yqtszhj]

Actually its mostly illusion from shadow in the picture but yeah that's the original CZ screws and about half the head is above the grip in the back with the lock washer underneath. I'll likely pick up some more thin grips and screws. Really though you cant feel it when shooting because its rounded.

Funny, the C-100 and P-01 have a different grip screw size. C-100 is slightly bigger.

[Ed M]

Actually I'm thinking about these but the price...... :confused:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H55CSSY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1T7UNTD03Y8TK&psc=1

Wow - those are awesome looking!

Not too bad on price, considering the screws are included. I paid $20 for two screws for my C100, so the grips and screws were just about that much total.

And those are carbon fiber - uber cool. You've got a spaceship there. No time to be skimping on goodies....

[CPTKILLER]

Mine is a long term keeper. It is very reliable and accurate.

[TheLastDaze]

makes you want to sell all your kahrs for sure.. :)

while i admire CZ the only gun im interested in is the Rami, lame name but props for acknowledging their employees..

I've decided a Rami over an MK or K9, just undecided on safety or decocker?? what say you?? advantages over the other??

not a fan of safetys or decockers but this is a gadget gun so i get it....

[JethrosDad]

you guys are killing me! I've been toying with the idea of selling my G17 to get a CZ p10 but I have a box full of Glock mags that are keeping me from it. These awesome pictures are not helping my wallet!!

[Ed M]

...undecided on safety or decocker?? what say you?? advantages over the other??

not a fan of safetys or decockers but this is a gadget gun so i get it....

If you want to carry cocked and locked, the safety model is the one for you. You can also carry it hammer down, and rely on the DA pull for a safety. This is what I do.

Never did warm up to carrying cocked and locked. The "problem" with this is decocking the hammer on a chambered round for carry. I use the thumb of my grip hand on the hammer, and block the firing pin with my support hand thumb to prevent a ND if my thumb slips off the hammer. Works, but it still makes me nervous.

The decocker makes this easy. Drops the hammer safely every time on a chambered round.

The decocker adds a few ounces of weight to the trigger pull though. If it's gonna be a carry gun, I'd prefer the decocker model. For a range toy, the safety model would be a better choice, IMO.

[gb6491]

Well, I made it 8 days after Greg posted his CZ group picture before having to add to my CZ platform pistol stash.. Grab a gun sent me an email last Sunday and they had 1 P-01 in stock. Showed it to the wife, she gave the nod, and 2 days later with the hurricane and everything it was at my FFL. Came with CZ rubber grips. I put my grips that were on my C-100 on it and have shot 200 flawless rounds.

https://s26.postimg.org/dfrdhytwp/IMG_8324_1.jpg

I'm thinking it needs some of its own grips. Saw some carbon fiber grips with screws included for an ok price. Might do that.

Here's the family picture. These are habit forming.

https://s26.postimg.org/6f7z2xhih/IMG_8323_1.jpg
CONGRATS on the P-01!http://www.pic4ever.com/images/8.gif That's an awesome collection you have there http://www.pic4ever.com/images/za4.gifhttp://www.pic4ever.com/images/47b20s0.gif
Regards,
Greg

[yqtszhj]

If you want to carry cocked and locked, the safety model is the one for you. You can also carry it hammer down, and rely on the DA pull for a safety. This is what I do.

Never did warm up to carrying cocked and locked. The "problem" with this is decocking the hammer on a chambered round for carry. I use the thumb of my grip hand on the hammer, and block the firing pin with my support hand thumb to prevent a ND if my thumb slips off the hammer. Works, but it still makes me nervous.

The decocker makes this easy. Drops the hammer safely every time on a chambered round.

The decocker adds a few ounces of weight to the trigger pull though. If it's gonna be a carry gun, I'd prefer the decocker model. For a range toy, the safety model would be a better choice, IMO.

Yeah, what he said.^^^

If I EVER see a Rami with decocker its coming home with me. PERIOD! I'll deal with the wife if needed afterward.

I traded or sold a G19, G30s, LC9, Beretra Nano, and Bersa Thunder UC Pro to make room for the CZ types. No regrets at all.

Now my 4 Kahrs I'll keep. The trigger pull is like a CZ DA with a super nice trigger.

My C-100 is as smooth as a Kahr just a bit heavier. I've done a lot of polishing and spring work to the C-100 and T-120.

Note: Carbon Fiber grips on order to arrive Tuesday.

[gb6491]

....

Note: Carbon Fiber grips on order to arrive Tuesday.
I look forward to reading what you have to say about them :)

BTW, there a couple of Rami decockers on GB right now https://s26.postimg.org/5h5bt58y1/smileys-devil-558545.gif (https://postimages.org/)

Regards,
Greg

[TheLastDaze]

had a ppk/s with decocker.... liked toying with it but that was about all... gadget guns are cool and all but ive been soooo long without them, plenty of practice would be in order for sure.... i dont like safetys, i use my finger for that..

[yqtszhj]

BTW, there a couple of Rami decockers on GB right now https://s26.postimg.org/5h5bt58y1/smileys-devil-558545.gif (https://postimages.org/)



Thanks, I'll make sure NOT to go there (not this month anyway) ;) . Now I know what that gb in gb6491 stands for.

I passed on the local gun show this past weekend. Last time I was there a table with quite a few CZ's was set up. Their price was a bit high but they had no Rami's so I escaped with my money but it gave me the itch for the P-01. I was afraid they may have one this time. Had a lead on one relatively local off of Armslist about 6 weeks ago but someone got it before me. Not too many places locally carry the metal frame models. Only the P-07 and P-09.

[kenemoore]

Ok, Ok, you talked me into it.
I own a CZ SP01, my favorite 9mm range gun, I shoot it well. From my post in another thread, you know I'm considering selling my G26 and buying a G19, gen 5. Well...this post has thrown a curve in my plans.
Did I mention I love shooting the CZ? Anyway, bought a CZ PCR off of gunbroker today, going to sell the G26 to finance the purchase, and forgo the Gen 5, G19. I think I'll be happier in the long run.

[Bawanna]

I think you'll be happier too but I won't be. No G19 for bawanna I don't guess.

I too am eager to jump on the CZ band wagon. Just kicking all the different models and variations around. Every time I think I finally got it pinned another pops up that looks appealing. Never seems to end.

[kenemoore]

double post

[kenemoore]

Bawanna,
If you like, I can save some brass, and a used patch or two, you can sniff them when no one is looking.

[Bawanna]

That just might help get me through.

Ironic, this afternoon I got a CZ catalog and some brochures at work. Somebody has my number i think.
Now I'm back on the PCR want list...........................I better stick with the brass and patches to sniff. I'm not shy, don't care if anyone is watching.

[yqtszhj]

Oh yeah, the PCR is sweet.

[gb6491]

Ok, Ok, you talked me into it.
I own a CZ SP01, my favorite 9mm range gun, I shoot it well. From my post in another thread, you know I'm considering selling my G26 and buying a G19, gen 5. Well...this post has thrown a curve in my plans.
Did I mention I love shooting the CZ? Anyway, bought a CZ PCR off of gunbroker today, going to sell the G26 to finance the purchase, and forgo the Gen 5, G19. I think I'll be happier in the long run.
Congrats on the PCR !!

[AIRret]

You can't loose with a CZ…….

[yqtszhj]

Well, the new grips made it on time and, Oh My, they are thin which is nice. Nice pics below are from my wifes phone. Ugly ones are my tablet.

I had wondered if they would be actual carbon fiber or just G10 with a carbon fiber pattern. Well they look like actual carbon fiber because they don't have the same texture or layering of my other G10 grips. Oh, and did I mention they are THIN? I'll put these through the wringer for durability over the next few weeks. They have a 60 day no question return period so if they are going to break we are going to find out.

Here is a before :
https://s26.postimg.org/olljq9end/20170919_130413_1.jpg

Here are the new grips:
https://s26.postimg.org/a8slyuo2x/IMG_8331.jpg

Back side:
https://s26.postimg.org/5pkyr2vl5/IMG_8334.jpg

Thickness (or thinness actually):
https://s26.postimg.org/lp3mamrmx/IMG_8333.jpg

On the pistol:
https://s26.postimg.org/9ps43bm21/IMG_8336_1.jpg

Ooooo... they feel good....
https://s26.postimg.org/5vynu64q1/IMG_8337.jpg

https://s26.postimg.org/650txu6w9/IMG_8338.jpg

Actual width of the grips are the same as the widest part of the frame minus any controls. Before was 1.38 in. Now 1.12 in. :
https://s26.postimg.org/dpz9fkcix/20170919_132416.jpg

[Bawanna]

Dang those are thin ain't they. I much prefer thin grips myself. Gotta use good stuff if you go that thin. Most wood won't cut the mustard.

Stabilized, G10, Micarta.

Those look great and the screw alone was worth the price of admission. Well done.

Wish I was there so I could shoot it off your back porch. Life long dream of mine as well.

[yqtszhj]

Wish I was there so I could shoot it off your back porch. Life long dream of mine as well.

Come on over. We could shoot a couple of mags before we hit the road to flee from the city police.

Well, thin is good as you can get the hand wrapped way around the grip. Made it to the range for a bit before thunderstorms shut me down. Pic is 50 rounds from 4 mags at about 10 yards. Shots were about 1-2 seconds apart so with reloads (not dropping mags to the ground shot) them all in about 2 minutes or so. Except for the 1 high flyer and one low under the slide I'm happy.

Was able to shoot about 200 more rounds today and its smoothing out real nice.

https://s26.postimg.org/hyhh4edt5/IMG_20170919_170901182.jpg

[gb6491]

Whoa, nice shooting! I'd say that your P-01 is working out quite nicely for you:cool::)
Thanks for all the excellent photos of the grips. They do look good.
Something I've wondered about with the really thin grips is if there is any discomfort where the frame is stepped at the top rear of the grips?
Regardless, it looks like you have a real keeper there
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

Looking closely I see they are attach like a Hi Power. A little hook on the front and then the one screw in the back to hold them in place.

Very tricky to make. Made a few Brownings and one other that was similar, can't remember what it was now.

My guess on Greg's question and only a guess since I don't own a CZ (YET) is being the web or your hand is the contact point it wouldn't be bothersome.
I anxiously await a solid answer to that question.

[yqtszhj]

Something I've wondered about with the really thin grips is if there is any discomfort where the frame is stepped at the top rear of the grips?


I was actually a little concerned about the same thing when I ordered them. In fact there is no discomfort that feel at all and to me it feels better. The pistol seems to settle farther back into the web of the hand making the legnth to the trigger a little shorter and the hand ride higher on the grip. All of which is good. So no complaints at all.

The grip actually feels about like the size of the CW45 which is about one of my favorites sizes.

[Bawanna]

That's super. I can see a set of those in Greg's future. I'm pretty sure he's a fan of slim / thin too.

[gb6491]

I was actually a little concerned about the same thing when I ordered them. In fact there is no discomfort that feel at all and to me it feels better. The pistol seems to settle farther back into the web of the hand making the legnth to the trigger a little shorter and the hand ride higher on the grip. All of which is good. So no complaints at all.

The grip actually feels about like the size of the CW45 which is about one of my favorites sizes.
Thanks for the reply boss! That's good info:)


That's super. I can see a set of those in Greg's future. I'm pretty sure he's a fan of slim / thin too.
I do like slim and I do like how the CW45 feels in hand, but I'm pretty happy with the CZ grips I already have. Those were acquired after Sir yqtszhj posted his experience with them:
http://i64.tinypic.com/adkytx.jpg
Still, somebody has a "BNIB unfired Steel Railed Compact (SP01 Compact as some refer to them)" up for sale on another forum. That's been tempting me and it would be a good candidate for some of these carbon fiber grips. You all are a devilish influence:)

Regards,
Greg

[yqtszhj]

Hey, are the mags in your SP-01 factory or maybe Mec-Gar? Been looking at a couple of flush fit Mec-Gar mags for the P-01. May have to get one to try it out as a replacement for the rubber base factory mags?

[gb6491]

Hey, are the mags in your SP-01 factory or maybe Mec-Gar? Been looking at a couple of flush fit Mec-Gar mags for the P-01. May have to get one to try it out as a replacement for the rubber base factory mags?
In the photo, that's a 16 round Mec-Gar in the SP-01.
Regards,
Greg

[gb6491]

.... since I don't own a CZ (YET) ....
Here's another variant for your consideration sir:
qcF3sm86uOU

[Bawanna]

I don't think I'll be needing the full auto version. Might send that video to a detective here. Couple of them drop to their knees at the mere mention of Vickers name.

Course I do nearly the same thing when I hear Greg's name. And he calls us a bad influence????

[kenemoore]

FYI, I wanted extra mags for my SP01, CZ mags were $42 for 18 round mags, I bought 17 Meg-Ger round mags from Greg Cote for $24, for that price I can live with one round less. IMHO Mec-Ger mags are good to go. I just placed an order for two more PCR mags, CZ mags are 40+, Mec-Ger around $50 shipped for two. Even if I only use the Mec-Ger for range time, the saving is worth it. I have had great success with the CZ mags from Mec-Gar, and would not hesitate to buy more.

[kenemoore]

FYI, you folks, have cost me close to 1000.00 US dollars. With shipping, transfer fees and so on the PCR is going to cost $600.00, to break it in I ordered 1000 rounds of 124grn 9mm ammo, which adds another $185, plus two mags for another $50, and a custom leather holster for $100. Contact me for donation information.

I plan on listing my G26 on the local ArmsList, if anyone here is interested, shoot me a PM.

-Ken

[yqtszhj]

FYI, you folks, have cost me close to 1000.00 US dollars. With shipping, transfer fees and so on the PCR is going to cost $600.00, to break it in I ordered 1000 rounds of 124grn 9mm ammo, which adds another $185, plus two mags for another $50, and a custom leather holster for $100. Contact me for donation information.

I plan on listing my G26 on the local ArmsList, if anyone here is interested, shoot me a PM.

-Ken

Awesome, my commission check is gonna be good this month... LOL

Actually I feel your pain. I've bought the pistol, grips, and ordered a case of Czech ammo to shoot through my Czech pistol. I'm down to only 400 rounds reserve. Been shooting what was my Hillary (sorry to bring up that name) ammo stash all summer since she lost. Kind of a celebration if you know what I mean.

Fortunately the kids bought me a custom holster for my P-07 on my birthday and the P-01 fits OK for now. Gotta order a couple of mags shortly.

I know the wife is tracking spending and I see a big purse, dress, shoe, or new IPhone expense for her in my near future.

[kenemoore]

Hey, are the mags in your SP-01 factory or maybe Mec-Gar? Been looking at a couple of flush fit Mec-Gar mags for the P-01. May have to get one to try it out as a replacement for the rubber base factory mags?

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/812144/mec-gar-magazine-cz-75-compact-p-01-pcr-9mm-luger-14-round-steel-blue

[Ed M]

I got 2 of those Mec-Gar mags from Midway for my C-100. They're 14 round, as opposed to the 15 round factory mags. They work fine in my C-100 though, and for the price, I'll live with them.

I did order 2 of the CZ rubber base plates from Cajun Gun Works for them. The base plates fit the mags fine, but make it tough to seat the mags in the gun. Rather than filing out the catch slot on the mags, I just put the metal ones back on.

By my twisted logic, having those rubber base plates sitting in my spare parts bin is a good reason to buy a P-01 or a PCR and some extra Mec-Gar mags to put them on. It's a vicious circle. :behindsofa:

[mark7mod0]

In the photo, that's a 16 round Mec-Gar in the SP-01.
Regards,
Greg

I used Mec-Gar mags in my Tri Star C100, actually they are what comes with the C100. Great mags. Wish they made some for the CM9. Can not believe how expense Kahr mags are, let alone the price of the little plastic base for a 6 rd mag.

[TheLastDaze]

mec gar mags are awesome, iirc they are made in Italy?? anyhow they are probably better then stock CZ mags...

Speaking of which Im really interested in the Rami BD, i'll probably dump my Kahrs to get one... no way im parting with my glocks, i have enough mags to choke a horse... however Ive been on the fence about discarding .40 cal altogether so i may dump some of those... Never shot a CZ but have been interested and this thread may prove ro be expensive...

but unfortunately money is tight right now so i will have to dump guns to get CZ action, but i handload and have a major stash of components so no worries there for a long time

[kenemoore]

Picked the PCR up at lunch time today. I was lead to believe the de-cocker trigger would be gritty, not the case. Seems about the same as my SP01 was when new. The metal base on the mags bothers me a little bit, but nothing major. When I got my SP01, it appeared to have been dunked in a bucket of motor oil. This one is covered with some kind of sticky grease. Not cosmoline, but still pretty sticky. Will clean her up this weekend and try to get some range time next weekend. So far I am very pleased. Feels good in the hand.

[Bawanna]

Keep us posted. I'm leaning towards a PCR myself one of these days.

[yqtszhj]

Picked the PCR up at lunch time today. I was lead to believe the de-cocker trigger would be gritty, not the case. Seems about the same as my SP01 was when new. The metal base on the mags bothers me a little bit, but nothing major. When I got my SP01, it appeared to have been dunked in a bucket of motor oil. This one is covered with some kind of sticky grease. Not cosmoline, but still pretty sticky. Will clean her up this weekend and try to get some range time next weekend. So far I am very pleased. Feels good in the hand.

Mine seemed to be greased all over too and like yours the trigger was smooth. Took about 2 spray downs and wipe downs to clean it up. I Still get some grease out of the hammer pin hole after firing a bit but I didn't break if down and pull the sear cage. Since its smooth I dont plan on that until at least its broke in real good then I may do some polishing too. Since I've read the factory trigger pin on the non-omega models may be a bugger to get out and I'd need the CGW floating trigger pin or something similar I'm debating if I should just "shoot it smooth" which is the funner option anyway.

Pistol feels light weight too doesn't it?

[yqtszhj]

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/812144/mec-gar-magazine-cz-75-compact-p-01-pcr-9mm-luger-14-round-steel-blue

2 ordered and on the way........

[kenemoore]

Mine seemed to be greased all over too and like yours the trigger was smooth. Took about 2 spray downs and wipe downs to clean it up. I Still get some grease out of the hammer pin hole after firing a bit but I didn't break if down and pull the sear cage. Since its smooth I dont plan on that until at least its broke in real good then I may do some polishing too. Since I've read the factory trigger pin on the non-omega models may be a bugger to get out and I'd need the CGW floating trigger pin or something similar I'm debating if I should just "shoot it smooth" which is the funner option anyway.

Pistol feels light weight too doesn't it?


I shot my SP01 about 100 rounds right before I picked up the PCR, you're right, first thing in my mind was Wow, this thing is a lot lighter.

Used my Kahr brake cleaner to clean out all the grease, then cleaned again with Balistol. I don't have a trigger scale, but the DA feels like around 10-11 pounds, noticeably heavier than the SP01, but the SP01 has a few thousand rounds through it, I must say the SA actually feels a little lighter than the SP01, maybe 4 pounds. I got a snap cap loaded int the chamber and plan on lots of dry firing between now and the next range session. So far I am very pleased, can't wait to shoot it.

The sights are not the greatest, once I save up funds, might go for TFO sights.

[kenemoore]

http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14982&stc=1http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14983&stc=1http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14984&stc=1

Target on the right was the first magazine through it. 124grn Hardball Aquila at 25 feet, not bad. After shooting 50 rounds of hard ball, next target on left, is one magazine of HST 124 grn. I was getting used to the new pistol, and the grouping is a little tighter. The stock sights are difficult for these old eyes, have Dawson Precision FO sights on the way. Fired another 50 rounds of ball. So 150 rounds, no issues. Me Like.

-Ken

[yqtszhj]

Nice groups and good report.

I had the 2 extra mec-gar mags I ordered come in and I tried them yesterday. All is well still.

I'm up to 750 rounds now and am thinking about disassembly and polishing of the sear, hammer, and hammer strut. Did that on my other CZ pistols and it was well worth the effort. I'll also put some white paint in those sights as yesterday while shooting I was like yourself having a hard time seeing them. That luminescent paint they put in there is not worth talking about really.

[gb6491]

Nice shooting kenemore! :)
Regards,
Greg

[kenemoore]

Thanks Greg, I was taking my sweet time, 2-3 seconds per round. Got the new sights installed will update next week.

[yqtszhj]

Thanks Greg, I was taking my sweet time, 2-3 seconds per round. Got the new sights installed will update next week.

Darn, I just looked at tjose sights online and like them, plus their "Perfect Impact Policy" sounds good too. Let us know how you like thrm and if the POI is goid.

I may be out some more money now. :(

[kenemoore]

The Dawson sights came with two punches and allen wrenches. But..the allen wrench for the original sight is smaller, took me awhile to find one that fit. The front sight swap out went fast, OEM sight came out quickly once roll pin was removed (need a 1/16" pin punch). New sight required minor fitment and installed easy. The rear OEM sight was a bear to remove. Had to do a lot of sanding to the new sight bottom to get in fitted, maybe 20 minutes of work. After that easy street. The FO elements in the Dawson sights are not large.
The front sight has a width of .100 and the gap in the rear is .130, this helps tired eyes pick up the sight fairly quick. I'm guess the FO rods are .070-.075 or so. Kinda of small, but much better than the OEM sights. I tried taking photos with me phone, but wasn't very successful. Could not get them both in focus at the same time, kinda like shooting.
I hope to test them sometime this week, the FO's really POP in natural light.


http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14985&stc=1http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14986&stc=1

[yqtszhj]

Thanks for sharing. I like those. I saw where they have a set that is P-01 specific so I may have to get a set.

[kenemoore]

Made it back to range late yesterday, fired another 150 rounds of Aquila 124grn ball ammo. That makes 300 flawless rounds, now qualified for carrying. The new Dawson FO sights are fantastic. POI and POA are perfect. I had eyeballed the rear sight being dead center, kind of easy to do, using the slide top serrations as a guide, almost the same width as the interior of the sights. Anyway, target below, again at 25 feet. Brought the tools to drift the rear if needed, but it shot where I aimed. Had a flyer as you can see.
http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=14991&stc=1

[Ed M]

Nice shooting.

Those sights look really good. I used the same method of aligning the rear sight on my C100 when I installed the Truglo TFX sights on it, and it worked for me too.

A P-01 with those F/O sights is about as good as it gets, IMO. Great choices!

[yqtszhj]

I like those sights. Maybe Santa will bring me some for Christmas.

Unfortunately for me my Air Conditioning just went out and it's so old the unit has to be replaced as repairs are cost prohibitive. DANG IT!!! I guess the fact I've piece parted it and kept it running about 5 years longer than it should have I should take as a colsolation.

Its good I bought my P-01 before it happened as now home repairs have put me on restriction for the next 6 months.

In the mean time all good kartalk members keep posting your new aquisitions as that may be the best gun joy I get. Its all good though, still cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

[Bawanna]

Home repairs put you on restriction your whole life the minute you sign the ernest money. It never ends.

Almost worse than a boat, ya know them things that float on the water that you pour money into.

And of course cars and trucks which may be the worst of the bunch. Wife's mustang needs brakes all around, my van is not far behind. I think they refer to that as walk or make payments.

[yqtszhj]

Yeah, I have a set if brakes in the garage cabinet I bought for a good price off the Internet for my truck and I've been holding off hoping for cooler weather to work on it. Haven't seen much yet then there is the hurricane this weekend.

I do most stuff myself, electrical, plumbing, etc. Water heater started leaking last July 2016 and it was up in the attic so that was a chore lowering the bad one and raising a new one but $500 for a new one and some parts and I could do that one myself. You should have seen the block and tackle I rigged up to lower it.

Darn AC unit I had to pay someone to do. Could have bought a few really nice guns for the cost. Guess I'll be doing dry fire practice for a while. At least the weather in the house is good for that.

On a positive note did shoot a box through my P-01 today after painting the factory sights and polishing the sear and hammer and it's really smooth now. Even more than before. I really Like the pistol.

[Bawanna]

I'll work on making cars go, but I don't mess with brakes. Stopping is kind of important.

I do most of my own home repairs, and sometimes that requires block and tackle just to get me to the project.

I put all the fake hardwood floors down and hopefully no more of that, brutal. Very rough on back side, elbows etc. Only one room not done and hopefully it will remain that way.

Hoping to put in a new dryer vent tomorrow, shouldn't be too tough.

[yqtszhj]

1000 round update......

Well I made it to 1000 rounds today and the P-01 is smoothing out really nice. I did break down the frame and polished the sear, single action spur on the hammer, the sides of the hammer where it meets the frame, and the hammer strut. Don't try this without a steel sear slave pin to hold the sear cage together during disassembly and reassembly. I cut one from a drill bit smooth end and it worked well. Some good punches are required too.

The single action is really smooth now. The trigger moves but you feel nothing but smooth pressure until it breaks even though the hammer still cams a bit, no grit or jumpiness at all. The DA is real smooth too. I had put the CGW 13 lb. hammer spring in at about 300 rounds and its perfect. Still puts a good deep dent in the primers as it has the same spring for the full size and compact so its under good pressure.

One day I'd like to polish the trigger bar and put the CGW reduced power trigger return spring in and the floating trigger pin for easy removal. The factory trigger pin is staked they say so getting it out of the alloy frame is not something I'd look forward to so I think I'll wait till there is a real need. The trigger is super smooth with the sear cage out anyway so other than making the trigger a few ounces lighter I see no real need at the time.

The Carbon fiber grips are still good.

Hey kenemoore, did your new holster come in and if so how do you like it?

Side note:
I knew the wife was watching what I'd been spending so sure enough she found a country looking dining table like she grew up eating from made of oak and had to have it. Guess we're even now.

[kenemoore]

Here are the photos from the holster maker. I have to give Dave at Littlebear custom holsters a big shout out. (http://littlebearcustomholsters.com/sd.php). This is the Salty Dad (A) model. This is the 2nd try on the holster, first one had some interference around the grip and Dave remade the holster, 100% customer satisfaction guaranteed . Roughly a two week wait, that is amazing for a custom made holster. This one arrived late Friday, I have worn it all day everyday since. Outstanding comfort. All horsehide, with rough side out in the back, very smooth draw. Holds the grip tight to the body. Me Like.



http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15009&stc=1http://www.kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15010&stc=1

[yqtszhj]

Thats a good looking carry rig.

[gb6491]

1000 round update......

Well I made it to 1000 rounds today and the P-01 is smoothing out really nice. I did break down the frame and polished the sear, single action spur on the hammer, the sides of the hammer where it meets the frame, and the hammer strut. Don't try this without a steel sear slave pin to hold the sear cage together during disassembly and reassembly. I cut one from a drill bit smooth end and it worked well. Some good punches are required too.

The single action is really smooth now. The trigger moves but you feel nothing but smooth pressure until it breaks even though the hammer still cams a bit, no grit or jumpiness at all. The DA is real smooth too. I had put the CGW 13 lb. hammer spring in at about 300 rounds and its perfect. Still puts a good deep dent in the primers as it has the same spring for the full size and compact so its under good pressure.

One day I'd like to polish the trigger bar and put the CGW reduced power trigger return spring in and the floating trigger pin for easy removal. The factory trigger pin is staked they say so getting it out of the alloy frame is not something I'd look forward to so I think I'll wait till there is a real need. The trigger is super smooth with the sear cage out anyway so other than making the trigger a few ounces lighter I see no real need at the time.

The Carbon fiber grips are still good.

Hey kenemoore, did your new holster come in and if so how do you like it?

Side note:
I knew the wife was watching what I'd been spending so sure enough she found a country looking dining table like she grew up eating from made of oak and had to have it. Guess we're even now.
Excellent post!
When I slicked up my Phantom I used a trimmed Q-tip as the slave pin. I had seen that in a tutorial and it worked just fine for me.
Here's a shot from that tutorial (https://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=504172):
https://s1.postimg.org/1q6g7ust3j/IMG_0798.jpg (https://postimages.org/)

I about got a headache reading Cajun Gun Works' tech tip they have listed with their pin to install the cage:
TECH TIP: You do not use the S-Pin to re-assemble the sear cage. Use the OEM #13 long sear pin to install the #14 lifter, #15 lifter spring, and #11 sear, and #12 sear spring from the RH side, and use the #23 hammer spring plug retaining pin, started from the LH side to install the #61 D/C lever and #62 D/C lever spring. Push out the #23 out with the #13 when completely assembled. Then push out the #13 with the CGW S-Pin. Position the #62 D/C lever springs right angle dog leg around the back of the #61 D/C lever. Install the sear cage and drive in the #13 pin from the LH side only, pushing the CGW S-Pin out of the frame on the RH side.

I can see it's pretty helpful, but for some reason it was a hard read for me the first time I read it:confused:

I like their products for the most part. I bought their trigger pin and starter punch for my 75B, but haven't installed the pin as I've no pressing need to do so (been that way for several years now :eek:). I don't know about the alloy frame guns, but on my 75B the OEM trigger pin is flared on both ends to secure it in the frame.

Regards,
Greg

[yqtszhj]

Yeah I saw that tech tip too and thought that was nice for them to post but had me dizzy after reading it.

I was going to post this but got lazy. I actually removed the sear cage using a Q-tip but it started flexing under the spring pressure once out so I got nervous figuring it would be a pain to push back through the frame hole. I figured it would take me less time to dremel the end off a drill bit than it would wrestling that q-tip back through the frame. About 5 minutes and I had my slavepin. I actually used the q-tip method on my P-09 when I polished everything up to hold the trigger return spring in place while re inserting the trigger pin and it worked well.

I put the CGW floating trigger pin and return spring in my Canik T-120. Its an alloy frame but Canik only used a roll pin not flared so getting it out was easy. My P-01 is flared and I'm wondering if driving out the steel pin will booger up the alloy frame. Thats the only thing that is stopping me at the moment.

Seems like I read on czforum one time that the CGW gunsmith David was saying he had one that was so tight one time he had to drill it out. I don't really care to do that but if I end up replacing that pin on the P-01 I may call them for advice.

Side note: I gotta stay off Armslist. I saw a CZ75 SA listed for a nice price not far from me. Sent the guy an inquiry and I hope he doesn't respond. If it's LNIB I don't have the budget for it but I'm not likely to let it get away. For the price I can do a couple of upgrades to it and a polish job and have a really nice pistol for a lot less than new.

[gb6491]

Oh my, good luck with the 75 SA:)
I've been wanting one of those (and the the 75 B Ω Convertible has been whispering to me) for awhile, but the Phantom seems to have scratched my CZ itch for the time being:cool:
Regards,
Greg

[yqtszhj]

Thanks for the reply boss! That's good info:)


I do like slim and I do like how the CW45 feels in hand, but I'm pretty happy with the CZ grips I already have. Those were acquired after Sir yqtszhj posted his experience with them:
http://i64.tinypic.com/adkytx.jpg
Still, somebody has a "BNIB unfired Steel Railed Compact (SP01 Compact as some refer to them)" up for sale on another forum. That's been tempting me and it would be a good candidate for some of these carbon fiber grips. You all are a devilish influence:)

Regards,
Greg

Well I never got a response on the 75 SA I saw on Armslist, BUT.... I received an email on SP-01's in stock and Gregs pic above plus the glowing reviews was just overwhelming. So I ordered the tactical version with the decocker and it arrived Monday, shot 250 rounds yesterday. All I can say is it's a sweet shooter (where's the recoil). Very easy to shoot well. Now the thanksgiving project next week is to tear it down and polish up the internals.

[JGIORD]

I was looking for a PCR but only saw CA legal versions which turned me off. I settled for a NIB P01 which should arrive in a few days. I also went online and purchased some pachmayer G10 grips. Based on some of the pictures I'm wondering if I will need to also get new screws for it. Anyone know the exact size of the existing screws? I also ordered some truglow sights! I'm just too damn impatient to wait. :p

I had a P07 and liked it but for some reason traded it in for a H&K P2000 which also got traded down the road.

Some excellent shooting in the pics. I'd be ecstatic to shoot that well.

[Bawanna]

Funny I pass them right by whenever I see CA legal or MA compliant.

[yqtszhj]

I was looking for a PCR but only saw CA legal versions which turned me off. I settled for a NIB P01 which should arrive in a few days. I also went online and purchased some pachmayer G10 grips. Based on some of the pictures I'm wondering if I will need to also get new screws for it. Anyone know the exact size of the existing screws? I also ordered some truglow sights! I'm just too damn impatient to wait. :p

I had a P07 and liked it but for some reason traded it in for a H&K P2000 which also got traded down the road.

Some excellent shooting in the pics. I'd be ecstatic to shoot that well.

Remove the washers from under the factory P-01 screws and they should work ok with G10 grips without interfering with the hammer spring.

I'm thinking about some Meprolight sights for my P-01. That is what came on my H&K p30sk and the SP-01 and I like them. Easy to see during the day too.

Cajun gun works spring kit inbound due tomorrow for the new pistol. I can't leave well enough alone.

[Bawanna]

Something to be said for having the same sight sets on multiple guns too. Familiarity.

Now yall got me prowling for a PCR again. Knock it off would ya?

Got kitchen cabinets coming end of the month, the price and visualizing a derelict in a wheelchair installing them is painful.

I better find a PCR to ease my pain.

[JGIORD]

Remove the washers from under the factory P-01 screws and they should work ok with G10 grips without interfering with the hammer spring.

I'm thinking about some Meprolight sights for my P-01. That is what came on my H&K p30sk and the SP-01 and I like them. Easy to see during the day too.

Cajun gun works spring kit inbound due tomorrow for the new pistol. I can't leave well enough alone.

Thanks!

Good to know. I do like Meprolights and prefer them to Trijicon but couldn't find the right size during my searching. Never tried the Truglows before so I figured I'd give them a shot. I installed some XS Big Dots on a PPQ and am having mixed reviews on them, but I need to give it some more time.

[yqtszhj]

Now yall got me prowling for a PCR again. Knock it off would ya?

Got kitchen cabinets coming end of the month, the price and visualizing a derelict in a wheelchair installing them is painful.

I better find a PCR to ease my pain.

I'm gonna say Greg made me do it. It was those psychedelic grip screws on his SP-01 that pushed me into it.

I feel your pain on that cabinet install. I did that few years ago and man it was some work. Ended up hanging one cabinet 3 times cause the wife wanted it moved an inch here then an inch there. :(

You need to find and get that PCR to ease the pain.

[Guard Dog]

De Guns had 16 PCR's on Saturday---only 3 left. Picked mine up this morning. Better hurry.

https://www.deguns.net/cz-75-pcr-91194-806703911946-for-sale-p/91194.htm

[Bawanna]

"I'm gonna say Greg made me do it."

You have not idea how many different things I have, do, love that I can blame on Greg. Helped me fix a few dozen things too.

I'm still draining his brain frequently, I don't see any end in sight.

From knives to guns to Tiger Balm for my rusty joints...........I should probably build a shrine to that man.

I found a couple PCR's, not many. Not the only problem which is extremely consistent is deneiro. That's money for you single lingual folks.