CZ75 ? or gen3 Glock 19 ??

[MIL-DOT]

I just yesterday sold a pistol (Rock Island 1911) for $450 , with the tentative plan to use the money to get a CZ75 that I've wanted for years (they're on sale at Ky Gun Co for $469.99.)
But, there's an early 3rd generation G19 on Armslist in my area, with nightsights, for $450, that has my attention.
I've been a Glock owner since about 1985, and I particularly like the Gen2 and early gen3 Glocks because they still used the (now banned for envirnmental reasons) Tennifer finish, rather than this thin, easily worn crap they're using now, and gen3 doesn't have the possible gen4 issues.
I actually lucked into an older ( but pristine) gen3 G19 just recently via a guitar trade on craigslist, so I do already have one.
Anyway, the CZ is all-steel, and by nearly all accounts (including my own) is a fantastic pistol, and it would be something "new".
But, being all steel, it would never be carried, it would fall somewhere between range toy, and safe queen.
The Glocks have all the famous and infamous Glock positives and negatives, that need no reiteration, but I will mention the extreme simplicity and the fact that they can be fully disassembled and worked on by nearly anyone.
On the plus side, for me personally, is that I'm very comfortable and familiar with Glocks, and the G19 I'm considering, while being in excellent condition, has around 6-800 rounds through it, so it's fully broken in. The CZ would take several boxes of ammo to get it up to speed, and it will already cost me around $60 more than the G19 (and the money is a bit of an issue.)
So figure an extra $150 out of pocket by going with the CZ. Also, I have to do the whole Chinese firedrill in sending a money order, anxiously waiting a week or two for it to arrive, then drive a ways to my FFL to fetch it, and pay him.
I could have the G19......today!!!
So anyway, I'd rather not hear bitter diatribes from the outright Glock/plastic gun haters, I'm looking more for some positive info about either gun, versus the other, and that factor in my comments and situation.
As always,any info,advice,anecdotes,warnings,suggestions, commentary,etc. is much appreciated.......

 

[Hometeached1]

If you already have a G19 I'd go with the CZ75, but that's just me personally. I've shot both a good bit and own a G19 and like both, have you thought about getting a P-01? That way you could carry it and have a CZ.

 

[CWL]

Both excellent firearms. Night sites are a big plus for the Glock, but sometimes when you want new, you want new. Don't settle for a distraction when you've wanted that CZ for years.

I'd get the CZ, but I already own a pair of Glocks.

 

[Scarpia]

The CZ would take several boxes of ammo to get it up to speed,

Not so! With more than 1,500,000 CZ's out there, they pretty much have this gun figured out. As far as being too heavy/big to carry, I'm OK with mine in a slide belt holster. I'm not opposed to a Glock but if you already have one, I'd give the CZ a try. Getting your money out of it is easy if you decide to go another route.

 

[mizer67]

I have never seen or owned a CZ that needed a break-in period to run. I wouldn't factor that into your calculations.

I too like to have identical or nearly identical backups to my carry guns. I.E. a G17 for the range and a G19 for carry. Saves the wear and tear on the gun on my hip and gives me a spare should my training gun experience some parts breakage or other malfunctions and that require a trip to the OEM to correct.

That being said, while I'm a big proponent of shooting mainly through just one family of pistols (i.e. Glocks) to always shoot the same thing can get a little stale at times.

Not sure what else you have in the safe, but a stock CZ isn't all that and a bag of chips, it needs some CZC or CGW love to really sing. However, if you had your eyes on one for a long time there's something to be said for just scratching that itch.

 

[MIL-DOT]

Not so! With more than 1,500,000 CZ's out there, they pretty much have this gun figured out.

No argument, but i'm referring to the 3-500 rounds of break-in firing that is generally recommended with nearly any semi-auto.

I'm not opposed to a Glock but if you already have one, I'd give the CZ a try. Getting your money out of it is easy if you decide to go another route.

Yeah, good point. Another Glock would be kind of anti-climactic, and since I'm not arming for The Revolution or The Apocalypse, it isn't a critical choice, I'm pretty much just juggling toys for fun. And a new CZ75 would definitely be more fun !!!!

 

[ritepath]

For a fun gun the CZ hands down....If you want a fun glock I'd go G34.

 

[jmr40]

For shooting targets at the range, CZ. For serious social uses, Glock.

 

[MIL-DOT]

Looks like I may go with the Glock,afterall. I floated a low-ball offer ($400) at the guy, and he's cool with it, and I don't think I can resist,now. His Armlist ad says he's firm on seeing a DL and carry permit, so i'm thinking that requirement may limit his selling opportunities, resulting in him being more willing to negotiate.
Meanwhile, I have another toy I think I can easily liquidate, and may STILL jump on the CZ75, LOL!!!!!
Anyway, thanks to all for the replies.

 

[railroader]

Did you see they see they have the cz75B compact for $419. It's about Glock 19 size by the way just heavier.

http://www.kygunco.com/cz-75-compact-9mm-pistol-39-barrel-14-round-black-43721

 

[toivo]

I have bought doubles of carry guns before, but not when there was something else under consideration. Buy the CZ. You don't have one -- that's reason enough.

 

[Pilot]

The lightweight alloy 75D PCR, and P-01 (rail), or the polymer P-07 would be more comparable to the G19. If you wanted something that you would also carry easily, these would be the best choice in the CZ line. They are also excellent range, and home defense pistols.

For just a range, HD, and occasional carry, the all steel 75B is hard to beat.

 

[sixgunner455]

CZ fits me better, so I'd be getting ... another CZ, instead of another Glock.

 

[JeeperCreeper]

I like the CZ... The sale price you listed isn't too bad for brand new. There will always be used Glocks for sale (well... same with CZ'z too). But I just think the brand new CZ at the same price as a used Glock is a better deal. But that's just me... either will be a good choice, really

 

[JDR]

That's a great price for a 75B, they won't last at that price. Mine is a great pistol to shoot, I would opt for the CZ.

 

[ohbythebay]

CZ75 all the way

I own both (the Glock is a Gen 4) and there is no comparison.I have at least 3K rounds on my CZ..haven't had a FTF yet...She may be heavier but then again, that's part of the beauty...very low recoil...tack driver. My Glock...well lets put it this way, I had to add aftermarket parts including the whole trigger assembly to make it a GREAT shooter.

 

[bannockburn]

I would go with the CZ75, though I prefer the more compact P01, as you already have a Glock 19 and can pick another one up anytime. CZs, at least in my neck of the woods, are hard to come by and well worth the price when you do find one. I finally found a gun shop where the clerk who does the ordering also loves CZs so he tries to order as many as he can get for the store. When I bought my P01 they made me a great deal on a Kadet .22 conversion kit so I got that as well.

 

[5-SHOTS]

I'd go for the CZ P-01 or PCR. Great gun, very very compact.

 

[nathan]

Glock is more practical .

 

[Pilot]

Glock is more practical .

How so? There are lightweight, compact alloy versions of the CZ-75 that are easily carried, plus are excellent range, and home defense guns. The PCR, P-01, RAMI, and now the P-07 are all well rounded shooters that can be carried as easily as a G19. That's not practical?

 

[X-Rap]

I'll back up your choice of the G19. As I started reading this thread my first thought was offer $400 and I saw that you did just that. I think that's a pretty good price if the night sights are reasonably bright.
I have two thoughts on buying the same model of any gun. First having two or more guns that will interchange holsters, magazines, and parts as well as the same manual of arms is a great benefit for you and your family in a serious need to use them, on the other hand it is more interesting to have many types of firearms and becoming proficient with them as well as understanding their workings is fun and ultimately has its own tactical benefits as well.
In the end I'd still go with the G19.

 

[ClickClickD'oh]

Glock is more practical .

I've carried variants of the -75 for years, on the job and off. Never found a problem with it's practicality.

 

[Furncliff]

My cz75b recently came back from LA. The break on the trigger is now fantastic (a quality trigger is high on my list), granted it was expensive. I have a .22 conversion kit (Kadet) for the CZ and it gets used a lot. For a range gun you might consider the SA model, then you would get a good trigger to start with.

 

[Gtscotty]

I used to keep several different pistols with different trigger types from different manufacturers. As of late I've become more interested in picking one commonly available pistol design and training to become as good as possible with that pistol. For me that pistol is the G19/23, so in your position I would pick up that cheap G19 as a backup and turn my attention and efforts towards taking more training classes and practicing more.

 

[Hurryin' Hoosier]

Glock is more practical .

That's true. You can use a Glock to caulk around your bathtub.