The CZ 75 SP-01 is the first full size handgun from CZ to feature the improved manufacturing technology and ergonomics of the NATO-approved CZ 75 Compact P-01 model. Featuring an integral 1913 accessory rail on the dust cover, rubber grip panels, and CZ’s corrosion resistant black polycoat finish, the SP-01 is the newest model to join the family of pistols based on the CZ 75 (SA/DA) platform.
Borrowing from the improved grip geometry of the compact P-01, the SP-01 utilizes an extended beavertail to protect shooter’s strong hand as well as allowing for a deeper and more secure grip. The new grip geometry, checkering in key areas on the front and back straps, and redistribution of mass provided by the accessory rail noticeably decrease the perceived recoil from previous models and allows for more rapid target acquisition and transition.
The SP-01 was designed as a military and law enforcement duty sidearm. The new model is currently in use by security forces fighting the war on terrorism. Thanks to its exceptional accuracy and superior handling characteristics, the CZ 75 SP-01 has also found supporters in the field of sport and target shooting. Its list of users on the competition circuit include World Champions Adam Tyc and Angus Hobdell (1st and 3rd place respectively in 2005‘s IPSC championship, World Shoot XIV).
It was a true pleasure dealing with this outfit. I purchased the CZ 75 SP01 full size with night sights. I ordered the pistol on a Friday and it arrived early on Tuesday. I took it to the range on Thursday and put 250 rounds of various 9mm ammo through it. It ran with out one failure of any kind. The CZ is very accurate and fits my hand like a good glove. This pistol is very will built and the fit and finish are as good if not better than any of my much more expensive 1911s. If you appreciate an all steel pistol that will last several life times, then this is the one. I wish I would have know about this pistol before I spent so much money on the Sigs I currently own. I like the fact that the slide runs inside the frame rails as apposed to out side the frame rails. I can not say enough good things about the CZ or Sportsman's Outdoor Superstore. I will be back to purchase again.