9x18 vs. 380 recoil

[AgentAdam]

The Micro Desert Eagle is gas operated. Video on youtube makes it look like it shoots pretty smooth for being so small.

 

[Snowdog]

rbhoth, if I didn't know better or went of my meds (kidding!), I would swear the CZ-82 was made for my hand. There's so much going for the CZ-82 and really nothing to complain about.
I enjoy my CZ-52 as well, but when comparing the two it's not hard to imagine that the CZ-82 addressed just about every conceiveable complaint someone might have against it's predecessor.

 

[Shear_stress]

I put in an order for a CZ 82. $200 for pistol, 2 mags, holster, and mag pouch. It seems like a quality used gun and fits my hand perfectly. The hand fit was a major factor.

A very good choice. These are excellent pistols, if a little big for the caliber. Mine has been carried, used in a practical shoot match (where it acquitted itself just fine) and kept as a "night stand" gun. Plus, 9x18 ammo is easier to find at the moment than .380.

 

[m2steven]

Just my 2 cents. My 380 lcp hurts my hand and irritates my trigger finger. My 9mm Glock 26 has quite the kick. My 9mm CZ75b has a very 'fun' recoil and does not hurt one bit. My Taurus PT92 has very little recoil and is really nice to shoot. My Bersa 380 Thunder feels like it has no recoil after shooting most of the other pistols I've mentioned. My 40 cal glock has more recoil than my 45 1911 which is very manageable due to it's weight and nice grip. If you read enough posts, you'll get a surprisingly accurate impression of the recoil of various pistols.

You'll really like your CZ 82. You may or may not be shocked by it's recoil, but I can guarantee you'll get used to it and will not be bothered by it.

 

[Snowdog]

GS, great post!
I'd imagine jackrabbits can make challenging targets if on the go.

 

[zxcvbob]

Just my 2 cents. My 380 lcp hurts my hand and irritates my trigger finger.

I have a BHP and I shoot hot loads in it using moderately heavy bullets. The recoil is no problem. I also have a P3at and the recoil from it using plain vanilla ammo like WWB is fierce. It *really* used to sting my trigger finger until I shortened the trigger about 1/16" with some sandpaper and cleaned up the sharp edge.

 

[paradox998]

I have a cz, i have a bersa, no comparison. I like the look of the Bersa, but te recoil of the CZ is a good deal less...

 

[Matrix187]

Holy crap that rabbit is ugly as hell. It looks like it's on steroids. I guess I've never seen one of those before...

Anyways, to me the recoil is so similar between the two that I can't tell the difference.

 

[spence]

off the subject ,But can anything be done about the long trigger pull on the lcp ? Ihate it more than the recoil !

 

[rcmodel]

NO.

It will get better after you shoot it a while.

Just like the Kel-Tec they copied it from, or a DA revolver, the long trigger pull is the safety.

And going much lighter will likely cause mis-fires.

rc

 

[emilianoksa]

I was under the impression that the Glock 25 (not available in the States) was blowback.

However, when I bought one, I discovered that the internals were identical to other Glocks - removable barrel with lugs and removable recoil spring and guide. So I guess it must be locked breach after all.

I must say I find a CZ 83 to have milder recoil than my Glock though. I can only assume it's to do with the extra weight of the CZ.

 

[m2steven]

ZXCVBOB: Thanks for the tip. If the trigger were a little less curved, it probably would not bother me.
GREASYSTOOL: I don't think that photo of yours will be admitted into evidence, nor if it were, would prove to a jury that the rabbit drew that gun on you prior to you killing it.

 

[CZF]

9 mm MAK is a little peppier than .380 in the CZs, but nothing to worry about.

I just hope that you guys that carry the 82s are using good factory JHPs for defense, like the Hornady XTP.

 

[Hammerhead6814]

GreasyStool, that is the most beautiful CZ-82 I have ever seen.

How much?

 

[CornCod]

Hmmm..... if you want a non-blowback action pistol in .380acp give the Taurus PT-58 a look. Its a scaled down Beretta 92 type pistol in .380. To be honest though, I have never shot one.

 

[BigJakeJ1s]

Re: Micro Desert Eagle

There's a big difference between "gas operated" and "gas assisted blowback". The manual just says "blowback operated". Other references mention that it uses vented gas to slow down the slide. Sounds like "gas-delayed blowback" ala HK P7 et al.

Regardless, when I handled one at a gun show, it was obvious that I would have a very hard time firing it without having two new notches cut in the web of my hand. There is very little room back there.

Andy