It's down to two - help me choose - The Firearms Forum

triplebike · 03-15-2010, 09:44 PM

Ok all after extensive research & touchy feeling just about every " Full Sized Metal" 9MM available I've pretty much boiled it down to these two;

BERETTA 92FS - About $539
CZ 75B - About $509

I shoot a lot, (about 600-700 rds a month) I don't reload & am concerned about ease of maintenance & longevity. Both are more accurate than I'll probably ever be. Neither one will be used for carry purposes, or critical for home defense. I really just enjoy shooting the 9MM format. I do not have unlimited funds so value is important. It will be purchased new & will be the base plain black entry version. I'm not into customizing or adding accessories & will leave either one the way it comes out of the box. Both feel great with the very slightest of an edge going to the Beretta. Using the above criteria which would you choose? As always I appreciate any & all comments. Thanks!

coreyacp · 03-15-2010, 09:47 PM

cz done lol

Suicide*Ride · 03-16-2010, 12:28 AM

My vote goes to the 92FS. I've owned 2 (an American stainless & an Italian blued) & LOVED THEM BOTH! The 17rd magazine makes for a heavy EDC, but since you said that wasn't an issue.

The only thing I ever did to change my Beretta was stick Hogue wrap around grips on it (cuz I like having finger grooves).

IMHO - you won't find a smoother shooting 9mm anywhere.

SR

The_Rifleman · 03-16-2010, 01:01 AM

The nicest gun I ever shot was a Beretta, I have never felt a slide so smooth before of since.

I forget how it shot. :P

colt · 03-16-2010, 02:22 AM

92fs, great to shoot and feels good in my hand.

LDBennett · 03-16-2010, 06:50 AM

The CZ! It is the most gun for the least money. The Beretta is nice but the CZ is better!

LDBennett

Old Guy · 03-16-2010, 07:15 AM

Both are good guns. I would give the edge to the CZ.

gdmoody · 03-22-2010, 03:54 PM

I've own a few Beretta's and love them all. I have the 92FS hanging on the head of my bed, so I guess I will vote for the Beretta.

old semperfi · 03-22-2010, 09:49 PM

to me there is no other choice other than the baretta.my reason is it is a milatary pistol and parts if ever needed will be available years from now.it also is a proven design with years of trials.i dont think the cz can boast that. old semperfi

Helix_FR · 03-22-2010, 10:36 PM

I have both. CZ is better for the money. Very accurate and trouble free.

MichaelM · 03-22-2010, 10:42 PM

92fs. When i was in the service our M9's (92fs in military nomeclature) were all way past well worn and i never came across one that didn't function flawless. I dont think any pistol in the history of man has undergone as much reliability and durability testing as the beretta, not even the beloved 1911.

Mike

rglbegl · 03-22-2010, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by old semperfi

to me there is no other choice other than the baretta.my reason is it is a milatary pistol and parts if ever needed will be available years from now.it also is a proven design with years of trials.i dont think the cz can boast that. old semperfi

If parts availability and wide usage are your reasons, the CZ wins

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Originally Posted by CZ

CZ 75 B is used by more Governments, Militaries, Police and Security agencies than any other pistol in the world.

I have both, but prefer the CZ

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bob1010 · 03-27-2010, 03:57 PM

You just have to go with what feels the best for you and in your hand. Both are great pistols and you cannot go wrong with either one. I have both and would not want to choose one or the other if I could only have one. Decide and never look back. Neither one will let you down. Good luck.

steve666 · 03-29-2010, 10:54 AM

triplebike · 03-29-2010, 02:03 PM

It's down to two - help me choose - UPDATE!!!!
Purchased the CZ 75B. The range that I belong too had one that was 99% new, not even broken in yet for $399. Couldn't pass up the deal so it's on layaway. Will be picking it up shortly. Thanks for all the replies, much appreciated. I'll post a range report after I pick it up. It'll be interesting how it performs compared to my Stoeger Cougar (which I really love firing)

JLA · 03-29-2010, 04:26 PM

I like both. But if i had to choose, the beretta gets the nod. SR said it best

Old Guy · 03-31-2010, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by triplebike

It's down to two - help me choose - UPDATE!!!!
Purchased the CZ 75B. The range that I belong too had one that was 99% new, not even broken in yet for $399. Couldn't pass up the deal so it's on layaway. Will be picking it up shortly. Thanks for all the replies, much appreciated. I'll post a range report after I pick it up. It'll be interesting how it performs compared to my Stoeger Cougar (which I really love firing)

Congratulations. I also just purchased a 75B with 4 mags for $400.00 for USPSA use. I wanted the longer sight picture and something less expensive to shoot than my 40 cal XD. I too toyed with a Beretta but the price difference made my choice for me.

Gun Geezer · 03-31-2010, 10:45 AM

Why would you trade reliability for pretty? Glock 19 or 26.

triplebike · 04-01-2010, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gun Geezer

Why would you trade reliability for pretty? Glock 19 or 26.

Both are to small & too light. As far as reliability goes I'll let you know when either my Cougar or 75B fails. I wouldn't hold your breath waiting though, it's probably going to be a while. Glock's are no doubt excellent but they're not for everybody. Personally I'm not one who's buys into the thought process that there's only two brands of guns in the world, Glock's & everything else. There's a big world out there & if Glock disappeared from it tomorrow I don't think the the weapons part of it would miss a beat. JMHO

Double D · 04-01-2010, 11:11 AM

I have had 2 glocks in stock since I opened my shop in sept 09. I cant sell them. I have had one person even show interest in them. One is a 17 and one is a 22. They are priced at 490.00. I sell rugers and taurus more than anything.

03-15-2010, 09:44 PM	#1
triplebike V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Eastern , Pa Posts: 51	It's down to two - help me choose Ok all after extensive research & touchy feeling just about every " Full Sized Metal" 9MM available I've pretty much boiled it down to these two; BERETTA 92FS - About $539 CZ 75B - About $509 I shoot a lot, (about 600-700 rds a month) I don't reload & am concerned about ease of maintenance & longevity. Both are more accurate than I'll probably ever be. Neither one will be used for carry purposes, or critical for home defense. I really just enjoy shooting the 9MM format. I do not have unlimited funds so value is important. It will be purchased new & will be the base plain black entry version. I'm not into customizing or adding accessories & will leave either one the way it comes out of the box. Both feel great with the very slightest of an edge going to the Beretta. Using the above criteria which would you choose? As always I appreciate any & all comments. Thanks! -->

03-15-2010, 09:47 PM	#2
coreyacp Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Portland Oregon, USA Posts: 787	Re: It's down to two - help me choose cz done lol

03-16-2010, 12:28 AM	#3
Suicide*Ride Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Golden, Colorado Posts: 1,340	Re: It's down to two - help me choose My vote goes to the 92FS. I've owned 2 (an American stainless & an Italian blued) & LOVED THEM BOTH! The 17rd magazine makes for a heavy EDC, but since you said that wasn't an issue. The only thing I ever did to change my Beretta was stick Hogue wrap around grips on it (cuz I like having finger grooves). IMHO - you won't find a smoother shooting 9mm anywhere. SR __________________ "The price of FREEDOM can be seen here" ******(the sign outside every VA hospital)****** In an emergency, people don't rise to the occasion, but are reduced to their level of training. When something is trying to eat you, it is hard to get off a good shot! "If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man." - Twain

03-16-2010, 01:01 AM	#4
The_Rifleman Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 872	Re: It's down to two - help me choose The nicest gun I ever shot was a Beretta, I have never felt a slide so smooth before of since. I forget how it shot. :P __________________ Debate isn't "uncivil" behavior. Pointing out illogical reasoning is a legitimate counter argument. That is the problem with internet forum mods, they rarely understand what constitutes legitimate, honest and civil debate. They reward the trolls and annoy the people genuinely trying communicate. I don't really like this place anyway, have fun with your power trip. ...nuff said.

03-16-2010, 02:22 AM	#5
colt V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ky. Posts: 147	Re: It's down to two - help me choose 92fs, great to shoot and feels good in my hand.

03-16-2010, 06:50 AM	#6
LDBennett Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hesperia, CA Posts: 5,712	Re: It's down to two - help me choose The CZ! It is the most gun for the least money. The Beretta is nice but the CZ is better! LDBennett

03-16-2010, 07:15 AM	#7
Old Guy V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Beaufort County, NC Contributor Posts: 342	Re: It's down to two - help me choose Both are good guns. I would give the edge to the CZ. __________________ Old Guy ___________ NRA Life Member GOA Life Member

03-22-2010, 03:54 PM	#8
gdmoody Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northeast Georgia Contributor Posts: 6,324	Re: It's down to two - help me choose I've own a few Beretta's and love them all. I have the 92FS hanging on the head of my bed, so I guess I will vote for the Beretta. __________________ NRA Endowment Member GeorgiaCarry.Org Member Retired US Army Postal Worker Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant)

03-22-2010, 09:49 PM	#9
old semperfi Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: i live in southern indiana,old country boy at heart Posts: 1,506	Re: It's down to two - help me choose to me there is no other choice other than the baretta.my reason is it is a milatary pistol and parts if ever needed will be available years from now.it also is a proven design with years of trials.i dont think the cz can boast that. old semperfi

03-22-2010, 10:36 PM	#10
Helix_FR TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 3,621	Re: It's down to two - help me choose I have both. CZ is better for the money. Very accurate and trouble free. __________________ Only cowards shoot with their eyes closed.... helixgunsmith.com

03-22-2010, 10:42 PM	#11
MichaelM Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 25	Re: It's down to two - help me choose 92fs. When i was in the service our M9's (92fs in military nomeclature) were all way past well worn and i never came across one that didn't function flawless. I dont think any pistol in the history of man has undergone as much reliability and durability testing as the beretta, not even the beloved 1911. Mike

03-27-2010, 03:57 PM	#13
bob1010 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 77	Re: It's down to two - help me choose You just have to go with what feels the best for you and in your hand. Both are great pistols and you cannot go wrong with either one. I have both and would not want to choose one or the other if I could only have one. Decide and never look back. Neither one will let you down. Good luck. __________________ "If you try to shoot me, I will have to shoot you back, and I promise I won't miss!" Jack Bauer-24 NRA Life Member/BASSMASTER Life Member/Front Sight Ambassador

03-29-2010, 10:54 AM	#14
steve666 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 231	Re: It's down to two - help me choose CZ __________________ An armed society is a polite society.

03-29-2010, 02:03 PM	#15
triplebike V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Eastern , Pa Posts: 51	Re: It's down to two - help me choose UPDATE It's down to two - help me choose - UPDATE!!!! Purchased the CZ 75B. The range that I belong too had one that was 99% new, not even broken in yet for $399. Couldn't pass up the deal so it's on layaway. Will be picking it up shortly. Thanks for all the replies, much appreciated. I'll post a range report after I pick it up. It'll be interesting how it performs compared to my Stoeger Cougar (which I really love firing)

03-29-2010, 04:26 PM	#16
JLA TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Heart Of Texas Contributor Posts: 17,315	Re: It's down to two - help me choose I like both. But if i had to choose, the beretta gets the nod. SR said it best __________________ It takes 43 muscles to frown, 17 to smile, and 3 for proper trigger squeeze. The latest caliber or gear is no substitute for experience and skill. Rifles and cartridges don't make hits -- shooters do. Fact of life: After Monday and Tuesday, even the calendar says WTF!

03-31-2010, 10:45 AM	#18
Gun Geezer Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,710	Re: It's down to two - help me choose Why would you trade reliability for pretty? Glock 19 or 26.

04-01-2010, 11:11 AM	#20
Double D TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Florida Contributor Posts: 8,065	Re: It's down to two - help me choose I have had 2 glocks in stock since I opened my shop in sept 09. I cant sell them. I have had one person even show interest in them. One is a 17 and one is a 22. They are priced at 490.00. I sell rugers and taurus more than anything. __________________ I own a bunch of scary guns. You want em? Come and take em..... Liberalism is a serious, non curable, mental disorder... NRA LIFE MEMBER Oath Keepers Member NRA Certified Instructor 30 Yr CC permit holder.