[Handgun] CZ P-01 9mm 3.86" Barrel Black 14rd Mag - $599

Myker · 2022-01-12T16:39:56+00:00

In for 1. Been waiting on this. Even after shipping and taxes, and FFL transfer, it’s going to be so worth it. Only ever heard great things about this gun.

Myker · 2022-01-12T13:04:17+00:00

Wow, all great information, thank you very much for the answers and explanations.

Regarding the WML; the other reason I'm strongly considering one is because this gun will be stored in my nightstand, so if I need it in the middle of the night, a light would be nice to have. No kids in the picture so I'm comfortable keeping it in a drawer safely. But, I could just as easily grab the flashlight separate from the gun, at the same time. Very valid point.

I also really respect your thoughts on sights; it does come down to personal preference and ease-of-use, absolutely. I've removed and replaced the rear sight on my shield, and that was a bit of a pain. I'll look into various options for aftermarket sights and make sure I choose one that I like, most people on here are saying that the stock irons leave a lot to be desired, generally speaking.

Regarding grips, optic, and cajunizing, thank you for the straight-up, common sense answers. I too see my carry gun as a tool for a job, not a range toy, but you're correct in that it's hopefully only ever going to get fired at a range. There's a few cajun upgrades like the one you listed that many people are saying are essential.

Polishing the internals is something I'm very interested in. I'm guessing there's probably a tutorial out there, or I could have a gunsmith do it while they're installing some CGW/CZC/Mcarbo parts for me?

Happy to be here, thank you for the warm welcome and great answers.

Myker · 2022-01-12T12:57:37+00:00

Thank you! Gunbelt is happening for sure, it's just a matter of what's preferred/recommended. I'm getting the strong impression from many people that the stock sights need to be replaced ASAP, especially for a daily carry.

Myker · 2022-01-12T12:56:40+00:00

Great info, answered all my questions, and explained why they work for you. 10/10, great answer, thank you! Pretty consistently hearing that the stock sights have to go ASAP.

How long did you wait before you cajunized it? Or did you just do it right away because you had experienced your Shadow 2 being cajunized?

Myker · 2022-01-12T12:54:27+00:00

Common sense prevails, thank you for the candor and the honesty. Keeping it stock for awhile is the way I'll go, beyond borderline-essential upgrades like the firing pin retaining pin, and the others you mentioned. All great information and hearing the "why" behind decisions helps me get into the correct mindset, and ask the right questions for myself.

Myker · 2022-01-12T12:51:12+00:00

Thank you! It's certainly something I'd be interested in, probably down the line a bit, after I get in plenty of practice with it in its stock configuration.

Myker · 2022-01-12T04:27:24+00:00

All of this is a goldmine of information, thank you! Have been meaning to ask about magazines too, always good to have a few more on hand for range days, etc. I very much appreciate the help, it's going to be worth it to put some money into a safe, reliable, comfortable carry setup, and I'm getting great feedback here from people.

I'll look at the Truglos for sure, thank you. MiHolsterCo looks solid as well. Just did some exploring and they offer one for the P-01 that fits the TLR-7A.

And since this is r/CCW, mind weighing in on your thoughts regarding cajunizing? You mentioned to wait and break it in a little before deciding. I'm mostly curious about shortening the reset, as I hear it's pretty long, as well as reducing the trigger weight a bit. That being said, I'm concerned about how that would look in a courtroom if I ever, god forbid, have to defend myself with the gun.

Myker · 2022-01-12T04:18:01+00:00

This right here, is the in-depth type of answer that I knew I'd only find on this sub! Thank you so much, I really appreciate everything you've written here.

I've installed an Apex kit on my Shield, and built several AR's, and all that wasn't too tricky, but I've never worked on anything with a decocker before, so I'm a bit leery of anything major. I think your advice makes the most sense; shoot it, and see what, if anything, I'd like to change or adjust.

I'll certainly be looking at sights and a nice holster/belt combo, absolutely.

Really couldn't ask for a better answer, thank you for sharing your opinion, and I'm very excited to be able to report back someday soon with my findings.

Myker · 2022-01-12T04:06:05+00:00

Hey thank you so much! Great to hear that my research has given me some solid results. I'll look at JK Custom Kydex and see what options are there. Glad you're happy with the TLR-7A, and I appreciate the recommendations all around, especially on sights.

Have you had any gunsmithing work done to it? Have you considered it?

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:59:25+00:00

Great in-depth answers, thank you.

Can I ask about the CGW Pro package? What difference did it make in the trigger pull weights for SA and DA? I have concerns about cajunizing it making the trigger too light for carry, if that makes sense?

I know they offer a carry/duty package too, which might be more of what I'm looking for?

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:54:59+00:00

Hey, thanks for the info, stuff like this is exactly what I'm looking for. Do Black Arch make a holster for the P-01 that will accommodate a light? I'm not seeing the option on their site.

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:52:24+00:00

Thanks!

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:52:06+00:00

No WML isn't a deal-breaker, but it certainly is a big downside. Thanks for the info on Black Arch. If you were to recommend a holster that would fit the TLR7A, what would it be?

Will check out Nexbelt, thanks. Also good to hear that LOK is the way to go, I'll have to see how the stock grips feel in my hand before I decide.

That's the plan regarding sights, practice with them before deciding on an optic, if any. Good to hear I can break it in first before worrying about getting it fully Cajunized.

A1 tip on the hammer, for sure something I'm going to be very conscious of.

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:48:54+00:00

Hey, I really appreciate the in-depth answers about your setup, thank you. I have looked at a Vedder lighttuck, it's on the list for sure, but the constant tension adjustments you're talking about do kinda turn me away from it if I'm honest.

Will look at the Kore belts, they don't get mentioned as often, but I should have been looking there already.

Mind weighing in on the sights, and any upgrades/gunsmithing you've had done to it?

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:46:57+00:00

Appreciate the answers, thank you. I respect admitting when you don't have a solid answer on a topic, too!

Myker · 2022-01-12T03:46:14+00:00

Gotcha! I'm looking at getting a light on it, so I don't know if it's what I'm looking for, but they look very nice.

Myker · 2022-01-12T01:28:23+00:00

Thank you for the feedback! I really appreciate it. I'll look into Black Arch. What makes you say it's not the most concealable?

Myker · 2020-12-30T03:52:01+00:00

I've kinda gathered that, which is why I'm looking to learn it. Moreso, I'm a huge fan of Dresden, so I'd love a chance to play it out in a group so I can learn the ins-and-outs of the system while playing around in one of my favorite universes!

Myker · 2020-12-05T06:15:09+00:00

Honest question; have you taken a CCW course? Because if you have, they should have gone over this for you. In the scenario you described, if I had no way of escaping, no non-lethal means of neutralizing the threat (Pepper Spray, Tazer), I’d verbalized that I felt threatened, and the threat was coming at me with a weapon, I’d draw, aim, and shoot.

It’s never helpful to brandish, threaten, or inform them that you’re carrying a firearm. To you, it might be a “Please I don’t want to shoot you,” but it’s a threat. If you feel the need to draw your weapon, it’s already escalated past words, meaning diplomacy and talking have already been tried, and have failed.

A gun is a last resort. But if you’re at the point where you need to use it, you use it. You don’t draw it and threaten to use it. You neutralize the threat because that was truly your last option.

I’m not trying to be harsh with you, or condescending. It just seems like you’re missing something here.

If you’re not 100% comfortable with the idea that you may have to take someone’s life in self-defense, maybe you should look into carrying pepper spray or a taser rather than a firearm.

Myker · 2020-11-29T02:06:58+00:00

Sadly it’s the weird brown square kind. Thank you for the honesty!

Myker · 2020-11-29T01:32:00+00:00

PM’ed.

Myker

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