CZ Yearbook 2019 /eng

12 | | 13 pistols though it departs from them in a notable way. Unlike those pistols of old and thanks to the use of advanced ma- terials, this pistol weighs only 0.8 kg when empty and the large-capacity magazine holds an incredible 19 rounds in 9×19 calibre. These are specifications the older all-steel or partly “al- uminium” army pistols could only dream of. The same goes for themodel’s lifespan and du- rability of surface finish. The CZ P-10 F is a pistol for shooters who for various rea- sons need an extremely reliable grip. Here, the hand grip has been engineered to f it hands f rom small to shovel-sized. What is more, the user has an option to adjust the ergonom- ics with three easy to use inter- changeable backstraps. The barrel is 114 mm long, al- lowing the shooter to fully ex- ploit the ballistic potential of the somewhat underrated but in fact still fantastic 9×19 car- tridge. A longer barrel means a longer slide which in turn means a longer sight radius, making the gun easier to be accurate with. In short, the CZ P-10 F has been optimized for situations where the user needs to f ire a lot of rounds as accurate- ly as possible, and the F ab- solutely excels in this task. We were able to confirm this claim many times, most re- cently in the very challeng- ing conditions of a “sandy” shooting range in Bzenec, in south-eastern Moravia. Maga- zine after magazine, no prob- lems whatsoever. At 15 m, in the hands of experienced shooters, each model plinked with every single round, even the very small poppers. In a nutshell, it is an ideal choice for fans of dynamic shooting disciplines as well as mem- bers of armed forces who wish to have a backup gun in which they could place their faith no matter the conditions. Something in between A Semicompact was originally a designa- tion for pistols whose standard-size f rame was combined with a s l ide (and barrel ) of a compact version. However, this category of pistols didn’t really catch on. Today, the matter is ap- proached differently, due to the fact that the development of new guns now largely in- cludes people with extensive experience f rom the ranks of armed and security forces. The same is true for CZ. They came to the conclusion that a far more meaningful and use- ful solution might be doing the opposite – combining a com- pact frame with a fullsize slide (and barrel). The reason is simple: where concealed carry is con- cerned, the length of the hand grip is a much more important than the length of the slide. Hence the CZ P-10 SC variant was born. It is really quite re- markable due to the fact that essentially, owners of the C and F models could build it them- selves. That’s how clever the system is. The Semicompact is intended primarily for users who carry their gun covertly but want it to guarantee high accu- racy and deliver the full poten- tial of the 9×19 cartridge. We have only been able to use this variant a few times. With respect to accuracy and re- liability, the bar is still set ex- ceptionally high. The decisive factor for a purchase will be the personal feel of the grip. The previously mentioned shooters with hands like shov- els probably won’t favour the Semicompact, but then again, how many of these are there? The ergonomics won’ t be a problem for anyone else. Subcompact The third of these new mo d e l s , the CZ P-10 S (known as the Subcompact), doe s s ee s ome slight design differ- ences – thoughnoth- ing dramatic . The major change lies in the recoil spring, the rest was mostly about careful size reduction. The result is a very pleas- ant “darling,” ideal for highly concealed carry and smooth drawing, whereby the aggres- sor can expect the arrival of an incredible 12 9×19 bullets (or 13 if you like to carry with one in the chamber). In guns of this size, it is al- ways about finding the right balance between the dimen- sions and the grip that will ensure no negative effect on accuracy or functionality (a risk in guns with a polymer f rame). As with other sub- compacts, the CZ P-10 S will not allow most shooters to get all of their fingers on the grip. Saying that, the controls on this model are still reliable and user-f riendly, shooting is accurate and surprisingly fast. This is mainly credited to the excellent ergonomics of this series, enhanced by the distinctive checkering. What is more, various tests have conf irmed the absolute reli- ability of the model, despite the reduced gripping surface (which in such a small gun is not expected anyway). In conclusion, the CZ P-10 S is a gun designed above all for defence at very short distances, which can often mean point-blank range. This model will provide users with a tool that in such cases they can fully rely on. And that is the most im- portant thing. The fact that this model allows you to shoot pretty accurately even at longer distances is an added bonus – albeit one that will certainly be welcome. Made in Kansas City And last but not least some special news – the CZ P-10 pistols are no longer made exclusively in Česká zbrojovka’s mother factory in Uherský Brod but also in Kansas City, the base of CZ-USA. This project is in a way a major turning point that both companies have been involved in for quite a while, and it will undoubt- edly strengthen the position of CZ guns on the prestigious North American market. The P-10 models made in the States are easily recogniza- ble by the inscription CZ-USA KANSAS CITY KS on the left side of the polymer f rame, which replaced the words MADE IN THE CZECH REPUB- LIC. At the moment, the Kan- sas-based company produces the C, F and S models, all of them in the OPTICS READY version, that is with the slide a l lowing for an easy and strong attachment of a com- pact collimator sight. CZ P-10 F CZ P-10 S CZ P-10 C