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| quote: Originally posted by fz4vgq:
Local dealer has a new CZ P-01 Compact w/nsn # on frame. Really like the pistol but with some online investigating I see many prefer the Omega version ? Also, I keep coming across mentions of a steel framed P-01 (even see it on Buds webpage) but don't see it listed on CZ's website. So my two questions are:
1. Any reason to pass up the standard P-01 and get the Omega version ? I'm not a hard use guy, it'll get shot regularly and may even be carried but no 20k round endurance tests.
Omega is supposed to have better trigger.
2. Is there a steel framed P-01 compact ? or is it internet folklore ?
Fact, not fiction. And, it is also much rarer.
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fz
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| Steel P01 is safety only. IIRC. I liken it more to a 75 compact with a rail. Omega trigger is slightly straighter/ less curved. I think the big draw of the Omega’s is ability to change from decocker to safety. I like my non Omega CZs very much including a P01.
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| Only other advantage to the Omega I have heard, is that it is simpler to work on. But given your preference for the de-cocker, and the fact that I have never heard of the standard de-cocker failing, I think the standard P-01 makes sense. |
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| I prefer the standard P01 specifically because of the decocker and the way it rotates. |
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| I would highly recommend the standard P01 vs Omega. The location of the traditional (nonOmega) decocker is part of the appeal of the CZ.
I have a steel framed "PCR" (no rail, has decocker). Sweet range shooter, but regular P01 better for carry, and darn sweet itself. Get the P01, and keep an eye out for a steel one over the years if you still want, but not a "must have" to enjoy a compact CZ.
Both of above have been Cajunized. Well worth it.
And, just IMHO, the NSN serialization is not a rare collector's item, but very cool.
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| quote: Originally posted by fz4vgq:
Local dealer has a new CZ P-01 Compact w/nsn # on frame. Really like the pistol but with some online investigating I see many prefer the Omega version ? Also, I keep coming across mentions of a steel framed P-01 (even see it on Buds webpage) but don't see it listed on CZ's website. So my two questions are:
1. Any reason to pass up the standard P-01 and get the Omega version ? I'm not a hard use guy, it'll get shot regularly and may even be carried but no 20k round endurance tests.
2. Is there a steel framed P-01 compact ? or is it internet folklore ?
Thanks,
fz
There is enough variance in the triggers I wouldn't consider trigger pull a factor. Main benefits of Omega trigger is that it's simpler mechanically and also the ability to go either safety or decocker. They do runs of the steel framed P-01 from time to time, it's just a non catalog item. There are a lot of CZ non catalog items they do occasional runs of. |
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| First I’ve heard of anyone actually preferring the Omega trigger. |
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| PCR is an alloy frame... |
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| Like others have mentioned. CZ will put out runs of Frankenguns to eliminate excess parts and discontinued inventory. Which is why you can find odd combos like: All steel PCRs All Steel P-01s P-01s with the long gone CZ 40B Top ends in .40 All steel Compacts with lowers that resemble the P-01
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| The standard P01 with alloy frame and decocker is the orginal mil spec after all of the extensive testing this weapon went through during development. https://cz-usa.com/press-relea...-of-perfect-pistols/With standard trigger it will wear in and they are very good shooters. Right now they appear to be in short supply. |
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| Get a regular P01 alloy frame, non Omega. Then go the range and enjoy one of the best shooting pistols ever made.
Then order some LOK palm swell grips if you don't love the stock rubber.
My PCR has absolutely ruined the Sig shooting experience for me. I've tried getting my Sigs up to snuff with new grips and SRT Kits and while better, they still don't hold a candle to my PCR. |
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| quote: Get a regular P01 alloy frame, non Omega. Then go the range and enjoy one of the best shooting pistols ever made.
Then order some LOK palm swell grips if you don't love the stock rubber.
I have a set of blue Cool Hand grips on mine, no palm swell and run a mecgar flush fit magazine (steel thin base pad) and it is AMAZING how small this pistol feels, yet you still have fighting sized pistol so to speak. Really a great do it all gun. I had her out to the range yesterday and it was a pleasure. I really like CZs decocker location / design on the non omega guns. 
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