Post by: Objekt on July 10, 2005, 09:44:35 PM
One thing I like about the -97B design is that it is double-stack, allowing more than the maximum 8 rounds of a 1911 (without a mag that sticks way out, at least). Although it looks to me as if the -97B could easily hold 12 or 13 rounds, CZ lists its magazine capacity as 10 rounds. Is there an aftermarket -97B magazine which holds more than 10 rounds? Mec-Gar makes 12-round .40 S&W magazines for the -75B, and 16-round 9mm -75 mags, but they don't list any -97B mags.
This issue is important because I want a relatively high-capacity .45 as a carry option. Para-Ordnance makes a 1911 variant which holds a whopping 15 rounds of .45 ACP, but it is too expensive for me. With the rave reviews of the CZ-97B's accuracy, it would seem an affordable alternative, with prospects of holding nearly as many rounds of .45 ACP, if only it had proper magazines.
So, what's the deal? Is CZ in fact shipping larger magazines with the -97B (and other pistols), and they just haven't updated their website? Or is there really only room for 10 rounds in the -97B's grip?
Post by: BRASMAN on July 11, 2005, 02:46:26 AM
Post by: Walt-Sherrill on July 11, 2005, 04:56:03 AM
I tried loading .45s into one of those 10mm x 15 mags -- but they don't really fit well, because of the different shape of the feed lips and how the front of the mag is made.
I could only get 9 into the mag, but there was clearly room for more rounds... The .45s did not like that mag.
You'd think that an extra round or two would be possible.
You'd also think, if it were possible, folks shooting Witness large frame guns would have come up with those mags a long time ago. I haven't seen any, yet -- but then I've not been looking for them.
Post by: kngflp on July 11, 2005, 10:14:22 AM
Post by: jwc007 on July 12, 2005, 08:36:55 AM
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You'd also think, if it were possible, folks shooting Witness large frame guns would have come up with those mags a long time ago.
Actually, there were 12 round Tanfoglio Competition Magazines for the .45 Witness available back in the early 90's, and they made use of a big rounded base pad to increase capacity. Ugly looking things! They are a rare item, these days. Expensive if you can find them.
Have played with the +2 CPMI base pads for the .45 Witness, but only have gotten 11 rounds in them, so far. I have been happy with the 10 round capacity. I note that the new Taurus PT24/7 .45 gets a 12 round capacity. Maybe MecGar will come up with one for the CZ97B/.45 Witness.
Post by: Objekt on July 12, 2005, 04:30:10 PM
Having said that, I'm still thinking of getting a -97B. They're just...neat.
And now for the bonus question: Is the -97B out of the question for concealed carry? Of course I can read the measurements on CZ's website, but that isn't the whole story.
Post by: jwc007 on July 12, 2005, 08:29:39 PM
Post by: skucera on July 14, 2005, 10:39:56 PM
Scott
Post by: Boricua on July 15, 2005, 09:33:05 AM
Post by: Frank12345 on September 06, 2016, 05:34:08 PM
It's a great holster - I can carry my CZ-97B all day with no problems.
They also made a holster for my CZ 75 PO-1 and it accommodates the crimson trace laser on that pistol
Finally, I know this is a CZ forum but, they made an IWB all kydex holster for my Glock 23 and it too accommodates the crimson trace laser on that sidearm.
Great company!
Post by: Wangfat on December 28, 2016, 05:48:06 PM
An object lesson based on a dubious premise but it's my toy and I'll play with it any way I want!!!
As to consealed carry with the mutated mag...I don't think so...
Post by: .45 acp nut on December 29, 2016, 03:04:27 PM
Post by: rhart on December 29, 2016, 03:44:09 PM
Post by: ZardozCZ on December 29, 2016, 04:16:33 PM
Has anyone tried the SAR K2 mag in a 97B?
Doesn't fit. Sorry.
OP:
I have both and prefer the SAR to the 97, mostly because of bigger white dots on the sights. Both are more accurate than I am, so no need for Cajun or Custom enhancements on the 97. With 8 14rd mags I'm content with the SAR. Turkish walnut grips are icing on that cake!
You could find the SAR to your liking, many do.
Post by: handgun2 on January 05, 2017, 07:10:31 PM
thanks,
K in MI
Post by: Wangfat on February 26, 2017, 05:49:50 PM
I did add a Dawson Machine PARA Hi-cap +2 mag extension to my cut-and-welded, extended 97 magazine. It now holds 19 rounds. With 19+1 in the 97 the gun weighs over three pounds! However you only need to reload a couple of times on a typical day at the range...Ha!
The same Dawson mag extension on my SAR K2 gives me 16+1 capacity and it is still a great gun for cancelled carry!
Post by: Sk2088 on March 07, 2017, 01:25:29 PM
Post by: domo on March 09, 2017, 02:09:52 AM
Say that again please, 19+1 for CZ97? Can you post a pic?
Me too ;D ;D
Post by: Wangfat on April 11, 2017, 04:15:16 PM
Might be illegal in Nazifornia but their's always trade off's...
There are a couple of base pads you can use to bring the stock 97 mags to 12+1...
The Ariando plastic pads for the PARA 45's fit nicely and are inexpensive...about $18 ea.
You can also use the Henning Tanfoglio USPSA magazine pad but they are hediously expensive.
The Hennings are anodized aluminum and also give you 12+1...
I use the henning's on my 97B open race gun with the Springer CZ75 mag well that fits nicely with a little fiddling.
Good luck and shoot strength!
Wangfat