The Truth About The CZ Shadow 2 Compact: 2000 Round Review & Extreme Conditions Test
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- EVERYTHING you need to know about the CZ Shadow 2 Compact, a brand new pistol for 2023.
How did it perform in 2000 rounds and through our extreme conditions test?
How does it stack up to other handguns with similar features?
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You gotta run your Staccato through the mud and sand test now. That would be a great comparison.
And thank you
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Anyone think Chris will be carrying this as his EDC?? He's going to be rocking this for a couple decades!!!
Don't think so, it's not safe for carry
@@Grooove_eyes, it is. He already said it will replace his P-07 for edc.
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@@Grooove_ePeople do use manual safety's.
@@Grooove_e Please check this part of the video ua-cam.com/video/4eDy1Y1QHI0/v-deo.html
So many guns, so little money. I live vicariously through you Mr. & Mrs. Outlaw. Excellent content as always.
yeah, I will wait until it is at 750 and then maybe get it.
@@donaldist7321CZ will discontinue it and release a shadow 3 before that happens big sad
Most of my pistols are CZ products. When I was new to carrying (three or so years ago), I was reluctant to carry with one in the pipe (as many are), but am less uncomfortable doing so with a DA/SA trigger. My P07 got me there a couple years ago.
Out of curiosity, I fondled a CZ PCR at my local store a bit over a year ago, and it soon became my EDC. Among other things, I find that I prefer the decocker on it to that of my P07/P09.
Good thing CZ makes both!
I would by the PCR if it had manual safeties!
@@stever8776they have 75 compacts with a safety.
I have the CZ P01 which is basically a PCR with a rail. What holster do you use for yours?
Lock leather holsters for me.
Great review of ANOTHER superb CZ 75B design-based autoloader. For now, I’ll stick with my 75B and P07, only because - for my purposes - they are FAR more than adequate., in fact they’re outstanding.
Roy, since I don't have a 75 model, I think this will be my first. My P10S, C and F are fantastic.
Same here!!! p10F is a fantastic handgun!!!!! @@seanoneil277
These videos are one of the reasons I luv ya man. So far I'm loving my Shadow 2 compact soooo much more than my P-01 Omega.
Well, that didn't take long.
It’s a CZ Shadow2 we all know he loves CZ hammer guns
😂
Lol
Not at all lol
“That’s what she said!”
Great review. Now all there is to do is a three gun comparison: that, the CZ P07 and the P01
Lets add the DWX compact in the list
Cz 75D compact cajunized ftw
Welp, this video cost me $1250
Same! got it for 1260 out the door 🫡 was worth the 5 month wait 😅
You bought two Glocks?
Hahahahahaha hahahahahaha
I know, damnit!!
Hu ha
Seeing the pistol pass with the sand is very impressive. I think it is realistic that a carry gun will accumulate some fine dust/lint into the hammer area of the gun. Nice to see there is a good chance you would still get ignition.
This may be one of the fastest 2000 round reviews. I haven't finished the video but going to assume you really like it shooting it that much so fast.
2000 round
@@justinmartinez8695 you are correct !!
Or he just made it up, 🤷.
Chris, I'm not going to lie, the extreme condition tests were almost hard to watch (When bad things happen to good guns 😳👍‼)! The CZ Shadow 2 Compact is number 1 on my short list for new purchases, so I greatly appreciate your indepth review and testing (plus seeing pond water eject with each trigger pull was awesome! (7:45). The content is fun and thoroughly informative. Keep doing what you do! 👍‼
I picked up a S2C about a month ago and it almost immediately became my favorite handgun of all time. It was worth every penny and then some.
First day at the range with brand new S2c today. It was like going from my series 80 .45 to my P9s ( mid 80s ) . No comparison. Am still a little shy of the single action pull in the real world but surprisingly little grip adaptation time and it was like a cheat code tightening groups. Definitely my favorite 9 of all time. Makes me want to go shoot more. Definitely NOT a all hype.
I haven't gotten a CZ yet but after this review this is the 1. #1 on my Christmas list. Better price by then thanks
Outlaw....your reviews are the best on YT🔥
you’ve become my go to gun channel, thank you fire the amazing videos
I like it when my guns/knives have some wear on them because it means that I no longer have to worry about keeping them pristine and can use them like the tools they were meant to be.
Love the channel. Love CZ's. Would love to see your take on a top 5 series per caliber. Top 5 .22's. Top 5 .380's. Top 5 9mm. Etc. Etc. Keep up the awesome content.
CZ has to be my favorite manufacturer of pistols. They just rarely miss the mark with their firearms.
I was incredibly impressed with this pistol, and I was able to shoot it more accurately than the DWX Compact… which really surprised me. The smaller fiber optic sight versus the larger tritium dial made it easier to shoot more pin-point accurate. I also felt like the single action trigger on the Shadow 2 compact was a smidge lighter than the DWX Compact, and I felt the Shadow 2 was easier to shoot well…. which I didn’t expect. That being said, I am more familiar with the CZ 75 platform than the 1911/2011… and this was just my overall impression after shooting them both back to back. I was originally a bit more excited for the DWX Compact , but was just waiting for the Compact model with the rail… I think I will have to order the Shadow 2 Compact in the meantime.
Thank you Chris!
I'm glad to see you do your magic on the Shadow 2 Compact. It really helps me make a decision on buying a new handgun or not
Cz has always made excellent pistols. I get this a compact race gun moonlighting as an EDC but I will stay with my P01 with the Cajun upgrades. Maybe it’s me being old but I’m not a fan of the grip on the Shadow. CZ engineers made one of the most ergonomic grips out of rubber decades ago. I will stick with that. I will probably buy one when the price hype dies down because I’m a simp for Cz. 😊
Same. I can't see this shooting any better or noticeably different than my P01. I'll still probably get one at some point though, but only because I'm irresponsible with money.
I concure... Except for the part about the stock rubber grips of the PO1. LOK grips are the best on the market and have so many textures and colors that it makes the PO1 just pop! The Cajun upgrades are a game changer... And you can get the PO1 cut for an optic. I absolutely love my Cajun PO1!
75b original is flawed
@@timokane-vu3ks lol. Probably why it has been copied so many times. Nothing is perfect no matter what Herr Glock says.
@@fuzzyreticle meant flawless
Absolutely amazing CZ review 👍🏼👍🏼
I used to be a Glock fan….until I shot my first CZ and then Magnum Research and absolutely fell in love with the accuracy of these pistols !!!!! I own not one single Glock anymore. If I was in a position to use a carry weapon I wouldn’t use anything other than CZ !!
Don’t expect anything less from a CZ. Love my P01 Omega from CZ’s custom shop! It’s my if I can only have one pistol..As soon as it comes down to regular price it’s a done deal
I've never had so many "Oh Wow" watching any of your videos than this one... CZ Shadow 2 Compact is such a great looking gun hence why I'm amaze you ran it to all these tests... I just got mine. Definitely I'm not putting it to this kind of test.. so thank you, validates my purchase. Thank you for this video/review.
Thank you for the direct comparison with DWX Compact, P01, and the others as well.
That thing is a freaking laser. I'd take it over a high-brow 2011 and I love 1911's. The only weakness of the 75 platform is the small slide takes training to rack reflexively...unless you have a red dot on it, then it racks super easily, but you may have a harder time if you run it stock.
What high brow 2011’s do you own or have shot?
@@zoeydee7168 high brow?
@Honest Outlaw! I think you should make a video on all of the guns (or just the top 5) that have passed the mud test. WE NEED THIS!!!
I like your mud test that no gun can pass. There are a few reasons.
One, it's a constant reminder that EVERY gun needs to be maintained.
Two, it's good to see HOW a gun is likely to fail, especially one that is being considered for carry.
Three, one of these days, we might all be pleasantly surprised.
Can’t wait for the Shadow 2 Compact vs DWX Compact video!
Really awesome review! I enjoy your focus on data, and comparable statements.
I Honest Outlaw I love that pistol. I am definitely going to buy one as soon as I save up some money. I love your videos. They’re the only ones I trust on the Internet. I am seriously saying that from the bottom of my heart I love you guys you and your wife are so nice and trustable. Sincerely, William Boyle.
I have the CZ 75-P01 omega and I really love how the Shadow 2 fullsize shoots, but I would like to know how it compares to the compact version.
BEST Review and Comparison Ever. Educational, Informational and Entertaining. Cheers 🍻
Always love your reviews Chris, especially on CZ. I am a little disappointed they discontinued the P-01 in favor of this and wonder if the same is coming for the SP-01. Of course, I am a P-01 (Omega) guy. The Shadow is competition, as I understand it. Why discontinue the tactical compact with a performance compact?
Only the P01 Omega is discontinued, the decocker-only version is not.
Super interesting. I wonder if it's in favor of the Shadow 2 Compact trigger? Either way, I appreciate the insight. @@MGMan37
I like that one too, always love the threaded barells
P01 and SP01 are the duty pistols of the 75 family while the Shadows are for competition. If anything, the standard 75s are the closest to being on the chopping block because the P01/SP01 are basically 75s with light rails, which apparently everyone wants.
Love my CZ85, & the Rare Standard C75 with the SA0.
All the PO-1 compacts I have seen have decockers only would like to see one with the Manual safeties(same with the PCR).
This new pistol is on my must buy list. But I will wait for the price to come down. Or someone to change their minds.
Thanks so much for another wonderful review!!
Cheers
It looks awesome and would be great for IDPA…but if I can buy 3-4 P-01’s for the price of one Shadow compact, is it worth it? Only you can decide that. In the Gun Tubber world 🌎 your channel is a level above the rest. Thanks for the great content 👍😎
One counter argument for that how many other guns you could have price of one.
How many guns you can actually use at once ?
Is it better choice to fill cabinet with guns which rarely see use at all or
buy couple bit more expensive which you will keep using decades ?
@@Kesssuliexactly
IME spend the money for the better gun period. No reason to have multiple cheaper guns around.
If you can buy 3-4 P-01's for the price of the Shadow Compact, please let us know where! :)
@@bradenglish4197 $1,500 to 2,000 will buy you 3-4 P01’s anywhere in America 🇺🇸 last I checked but believe what you want.
Man. I’d love one of these. I shot an Accu Shadow SP01 in USPSA for years and then an Accu Shadow 2. They’re the perfect pistol. Now the same thing in a more practical package! Regarding the safety. I had a problem in matches where when I was shooting multiple up close targets I tend to really tighten the grip a lot in my upper hands, and sometimes I’d bump the safety on at the absolute worst possible time. I eventually ordered one of the low profile safeties from CZ which solved the problem. It looks like what’s on the compact.
The best guntube channel on the net - by far. Concise, uber-expert info, without the macho steroid militia bluster. Obvious shooting, commentary, camera, and editing expertise rather than just mag dump selfies. So refreshing! You two deserve to 'life the life.' Have you two ever considered adopting a senior from the I.C. Little Hawks class of '72?
I currently EDC the P07 and HK P30SK. This is my new dream gun......
This or a Cajun gun works P-O1 decocker? Price wise they come out to similar money.
I think that’ll be my carry. A carry shadow 2 has always been my dream gun. Very much looking forward to this. 👍
Sexy gun, but I cant see it beating a P07 or P01 with CGW/CZC parts that will still leave you with money in your pocket and arguably safer carry options.
Dont💤💤P10c
@@demunbell he's comparing hammer CZs not striker CZs no point in bringing up the P10 it has nothing to do with this discussion or video
@@nikobellic3526 well sir, if you don't mind... I will speak freely and voice my opinion as I see fit. Thank you kind fellow! God bless you
Not to upset the masses but CZ-USA FAs are always compared against each other &/or 75 clones in general.
@@___meph___4547 Because they aren't in the same class this is a metal hammer gun comparing it to a poly striker gun isn't an adequate comparison they have different ergonomics and triggers It's the same thing when people compare Glocks to Beretta 92s and complain about how different they are Compare the P10 to a Glock or m&p not a shadow 2 compact or a P-01
I just ordered one from kygunco for under $1,200 and it shipped today. I'm excited to pick it up next week from my FFL. Between this and my DWX Compact it has been an expensive couple of months.
Which one do you now like better? Do you carry AIWB?
Thank you for the video. This is definitely one I want to get once the price comes down. I do have what's probably a stupid question. Is there a need to use the safety? The pistol seems similar to something like a Sig P229, a DA/SA pistol that has no safety. I carried that for a while and didn't think anything of it not having a safety. When I carry a 1911, I definitely do use the safety, but only because it's a SA only.
Love the way the camera picks up the trigger reset.
I have a P01 compact with the Omega trigger. Best trigger on a carry gun ever until I can compare to this.😊
I want one of these for sure. I was going to get a p01 Omega, but I think I like this better. I will wait until I find one for around $1200 though.
I think that they can put any gun in your hand and you will hit any target. Because of your recommendation I bought the cz tso and I’m very happy¡ I wish that cz will produce a compact version of cz tso. I think the safety is not reliable enough for me with this shadow 2 for carry. Cheers from Switzerland
I love the review from this guys the bad thing is that he is so in love of the brand so I’m not sure is like watching a review of a Toyota from Scotty 😂
I want to buy it so bad my local guys have it for 1299 and I want to be 100% sure
When carrying and thumbing the hammer for holstering, the only way to lower the hammer after loading is to manually lower the hammer on a live round. This needs a decocker option.
I would carry it cocked and locked like I do my CZ 97B 45. But I admit I don't carry apendix.
Have you ever shot a revolver??
@@awakenotwoke4830Revolvers have transfer bars, this does not. Also, this is a semi auto with no firing pin block. This is a DA/SA intended to be carried with hammer down, but do not carry this because it is not drop safe. If you’re gonna carry something cocked and locked, just get a Staccato C2 or CS. They are significantly lighter.
Do you want to ruin it?
Or here's a concept. Don't carry a gun made for condition one... Unless you're going to carry it condition one... 🙄
wish there was a decocker on it for the carry version instead of the manual safety or at least the option
Im impressed by the review and your knowledge about the guns, Im really liking the CZ brand more and more. Thank you.
I actually got mine for 1199 at my lgs, gotta love Iowa. I only have 700 plus through it but as soon as I find a good lefty holster for it it will be in my carry rotation. Love the review
I love CZ the mass of my guns are CZ ! Thank you for the review, always a great time watching your videos!
Bought brand new P07 after watching your video. Trigger return spring broke after 200 rds. Found out it is a common problem with CZ 75 family pistol.
Show if cleaning is difficult or not
Oh it will be there if you watch long enough
Best content on the tube. Been a CZ fan since my PO1. Definitely the reason a Shadow2 Compact is headed my way to welcome the new year.
Nice review. I carried on vacation through the National Parks a P365XL with a 4.2" threaded True Precision SS barrel (without the peephole), a Holosun 507K on a Wilson Combat P365 lower using 10 rd. mags carrying 12 rounds with the Magguts and 147 gr. hardcast for the critters. Carried at the 3:30 IWB with a 2 clip Clinger Holster with comfort pad. Carried it on the trails for miles with just a shirt walking by people and it hid 100% thanks to the short P365 grip module. And it was comfortable, too. Carrying this successfully makes me realize I wouldn't want anything bigger or heavier, no matter how good they shot. I shoot the P365XL this way at IDPA competitions and am very accurate with the pistol. And no fogging of the lens as the dot sits at the very back of the slide, unlike my Shield Plus where the dot was not only unusable with fogging, but caused stove pipe mals with the spent casings bouncing off the dot back into the chamber. Bummer as I like it better than my P365XL...
Well you have sold me on the shadow 2 going to see if my local shop has one. Thanks for the great review and info ❤❤
While watching this video it occurred to me that John Moses Browning kind of knew what he was doing! All these guns are modifications or slight upgrades and/or copies of his original designs in the 1911 and the Browning high power.
Looks like a pretty damn awesome competition gun for some kind of carry optics use, or a general purpose trail gun.
Maybe I'd still go for it as a carry gun, but I'd probably be willing to trade some SA pull quality to get a decocker & drop safety.
Lack of decocker will have me staying with my P-01. Wouldn’t bet against CZ making this with included decocker conversion sooner rather than later. Also, Chris made the price comparison to the Staccato (or was it Wilson?) and so, being a more budget-minded guy, I’d have to make that same comparison to a P-01.
Only thing I’ll change is the captured recoil spring.
7:01 “Maybe you’re in a gunfight at a children’s playground”. I would have thought a beach or a desert first myself but it’s always good to think outside of the (sand)box or in it in this case. 😂
I have not touched my other guns since I bought my shadow 2 compact... besides its big brother (s2) absolutely the top pistol I've ever owned.
Great review. Gotta appreciate the time and details that went into this.
its essentially just a tuned up P07. Looks cool but for $1200 its a bit high. You could just get a P07 used for $400 tune it up with cajun springs , get it milled for an rmr and still probably be well south of $700
Love the HELL out of mine. Been a converted cz boy for a good bit now. Said to my friend(after falling in love with its big brother Shadow 2) if they EVER made a edc size of it, it WOULD BE THE BEST EDC for the money available. Carry mine in single action safety on. Eliminates the occasional slight pull off of even the smoothest double action first shot. Just treat it like any firearm---KEEP THAT TRIGGER FINGER OUT OF THE TRIGGER HOUSING AND CARRY A HOLSTER.
Just purchased a cz shadow 2 compact, freakin sweet gun.
Well, cleaning it with a hose (1st!) is probably a good idea after the mud test, but... I have found that beyond the "normal" field strip and cleaning a good product for the CZ internals, (the trigger, hammer, sear, safety, etc.) is the Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner & Lube. Cleans, dries quickly and leaves the lightest film of dry lubricant just where a little bit is all you need. P.S. Don't confuse this with their One Shot Case Lube, please!
Chris I am wondering why there hasn’t been a follow up video on the shadow 2 compact? I figured you would be super excited about this gun and that it would quickly become a favorite and it just seems to have fallen off your radar, is there something you don’t really like about the shadow 2 compact?
I love my Shadow 2 Compact and could never do anything like what you have done to yours.
I really expect them to come with a Shadow 2 Carry model next year with a firing pin safety and a decocker. They're pretty and feel great hut for now I'll stick with my P01 Omega. I really don't understand what happened with the Omega triggers because it's such a nice option to have safety or decocker as you choose.
We love and appreciate you Chris keep your great videos coming Brother
Me too looking forward to purchasing it ….
Damn...just found your channel a few days ago. Never spent 1200.00 on a pistol, looks beautiful and functional. Sorry I missed out. 😔
I love your comment when you pulled it from the water😂😂😂😂, been looking for one to purchase they’re all between $1700-$2100 I sure hope they come back down to a little more affordable price. They’re beautiful guns.
I’m the luckiest man alive, I walked into my local gun shop and ask to be put on a waiting list. She looks at me and says we just got one in and haven’t posted it yet. So I said sold! And bought it. She sold it for $1299.00 +tax I’m am extremely happy! Took to the range and shot it, OMG I love it.
I need one in my life! I'm gonna have to wait until they come down some though. Lowest I've seen them is $1600...thanks for the review!
You're the reason I bought one this week lol
Great review! Love all the comparisons.
Love the gun and the review. BTW keep getting application error on entry form... good luck to all!
LOL The timing if this vid is...."When you know Chris loves a gun." LOVE IT!! 😂❤
Please do the same test with a staccato, love seeing beautiful guns in distress!
I’d love to see a review on the Beretta 92XI Squalo. Curious if the setup makes you like it better than the standard 92XI you tested earlier.
I just bought one. Unfortunately I cannot find holsters for these with a red dot
It's hard to find CCW holsters for CZ pistols, even though the CZ75 series are popular especially in Europe.
I ordered a holster from Falco and waiting for it to be delivered. A Sig, Glock or M&P have a lot more accessories available
Great review. I put a deposit on one, but I'm still on the fence if a worked up P01 is better for carry.
I love my shadow 2, im thinking im going to have to buy the baby version. Ive been carying my full size every day. This would be much nicer to carry with all the same features!
my heart skipped when it went into pond and the mud no way would i ever do that lol love my CZ P-01 Omega and my CZ 75 B i see my next pistol will be the compact shadow love it thanks for the review
I’ve owned a 75… loved it.
RAMI is still something special. I'd be surprised if we didn't see that back out, 2075 pro carry version.
Chris, have you even slept since you got this little pistol? Lol. I've watched enough of your videos to tell when your tone of voice and body language communicate how much you love this pistol.
Thanks for the great video.
Very nice gun. Excellent review! Thanks, Chris.
Can you get a decocker/safety added with this fabulous gun?
Prediction- I'm scared because I love and want one
Post- really thought the sand would kill it. Very happy it didn't
OMG! I just soiled my pants....I want one so bad....As always thank for the great reviews and for helping me find new always to spend my money.
Man, Iowa mud is ROUGH. Good to know how it would behave in adverse conditions. Especial since I'm a Iowan myself!
Tried multiple times to enter the giveaway and it keeps coming up with application error
Hi Chris Was hoping you could suggest a red dot t for my new CZ shadow 2 compact. I will be using it as my EDC. I am retired LE and enjoy learning and working my drills. I shoot steel twice a week and it is a Great sport. Thank you so much for all your honest ! reviews'. PS you are lucky your wife enjoys shooting. I love mine so but all hear is oh no not another gun LOL :-) very excited to put this in my EDC rotation. Also I will put a light and buy a Appendix holster which is the only way I carry and practice. Thank you Vince
Great video. I almost didn’t wanna watch it because you just put the final nail in the coffin lol. Now I gotta get one!
Everybody says it's a EDC...is it really? Or is it a compact, light competition gun?