Do I need a P64 if I already have a CZ82?

[carrguy1]

So I got an email from AIM yesterday that they have P64's in. I don't know too much about them but when I see something that looks like a decent deal my C&R starts burning a hole in my pocket. I searched here for previous posts on them and didn't find much but what I did find seemed positive except maybe for the mention that the DA trigger is very stiff. Anyone have any comments or experience with them? If I already have a CZ82 do I really need a P64? I've only shot the CZ82 once but I love the way it fits my hand BTW. While it's a mid-size gun and I have no problem with a full size it feels like it was molded for my hand. The P64 I believe is smaller than the CZ82?

[gun papa]

Yes, you must have one. You CAN get it. You will be sorry if you do not. Buy it today. See, that was easy.

[cruzans]

It's never about need, always about want. If you want it, get it The only reason I have not jumped on one is because I have a PPK and they are so close. BTW, love my CZ82 too

[Pilot321]

They are very different guns. The heavy trigger pull can be fixed with some Wolff springs. The CZ-82 is much nice, but larger. If you are looking for an inexpensive smaller gun for carry, then this is a good choice. They aren't the most pleasant guns to shoot, but not too bad.

[TJB63]

I have 2 of them, Think PPK if you ever handled one of those. They kick like mules and yes, That DA is bad as bad gets, Wolff Springs do make it a bit nicer.

If you want it to just shoot it, I'd say stick with the CZ82 (Much Nicer all the way around) - But if you want a piece of History, Plus something to shoot, then by all means get one. It's kind of a poor man's James Bond gun.

TJB

[bob308]

they are good pistols to carry some place like philly where it mite get taken and you don't get it back.

[Dave_n]

Have two plus two CZ82s. Different guns but once you have changed the hammer spring (18 lb Wolff) they work nicely, though the SA is very light. There is a 64 forum that has a lot of very useful information. Dave_n

[Delkal]

You will eventually need a P64 but first you need to get a Makarov ASAP. They pair nicely with the CZ-82's and everyone needs at least one.

After the pressure is off them by all means look at all of the other commie block 9x18's. The prices went up a lot in the last few years but they are still bargains.

[father-of-five]

I got the email too. I'll be downbeat and say that I'm not ready to invest in another caliber. With that in mind, a CZ-52 would interest me...

[Delkal]

I got the email too. I'll be downbeat and say that I'm not ready to invest in another caliber. With that in mind, a CZ-52 would interest me...

I have a CZ-52 also. Totally different beast from the Mak / other 9x18'S.

The 9x18's are simple blow back guns. The Cz-52 needs a roller blocked delayed action for the hot 7.62x25. Its a full sized pistol and a speed demon/fire thrower. Recoil is nil but you get a nice orange ball out of the front and a sharp crack. The bullet smokes out and look at the specs. Its almost in Mag bullet range. Not IMO a pistol that is good for carry.

Note: I generally prefer heavy for caliber large diameter bullets. Still the 7.62X25 is a lot of fun. Not that it matters to me but it will slip right thru most "bullet proof" vests.

When surplus "hot" 7.62x25's were under 10 cents shipped it was a no brainer. Even now it is worth a close look.