cz75 or cz83

[Unregistered(d)]

Between a CZ83 (9mm short) or CZ75 which is the better gun and what are their pros and cons?

[Walt-Sherrill]

There's no simple answer to that question.  

It all depends on what you want to use it for.  Fun shooting at the range?  Home defense?  Concealed carry?

The CZ-83 has the reputation for one of the best triggers available.  And a very comfortable grip.  

It is relatively large for its caliber, and almost the size of a CZ PCR or compact, and that might be seen as both a negative (harder to conceal) or a positive (more bulk tames recoil.)

The .380 round (9mm short) is substantially less robust than the 9x19 (Luger or Parabellus) round.  

And, while you can move up to the 9mm Makarov round with a barrel swap, the 9mm Mak round still is no match for the standard 9x19.  The .380 and 9mm Mak rounds aren't cheap, especially when you buy premium self-defense rounds, while  +p 9x19 self-defense and range rounds are relatively inexpensive.

The CZ-75B line has too many different guns -- varying from the P-01, PCR, 75B, to the SA models in both 9mm and .40 s&w.  You must compare the CZ-83 to ONE of those guns and see which best fits your needs.  That's why your "intended use" must be considered.

[mapdude]

It does depend a bit on what you want it for but in general I would say the 75.  9mm is more powerful and more common than .380 and the larger gun will probably be easier to shoot well.  Many people buy a .380 but don't like it's snappy recoil from the blowback action.  The 75 uses a typical locked breech, tilting barrel system.  If you want a concealed carry gun, then the 83 might be a better choice.  mapdude

[ut83]

Both are inherently excellent guns..yet different as stated before.  What is the guns purpose?  

In general most answers to this question will dictate the 9mm or 75.  Ammo is cheaper, more available, its a great target, carry or defensive weapon.

The 83 is a world class gun in its own right.  Its the king of .380's..Ive owned/shot just about everything..Only a few smaller guns can compare to the 83's overall stellarness .

If you have a basement full of 380 ammo...jump on the 83.

If your on a budget (at all!!!!!) or have a predisposition to larger guns..Id get the 9mm (all are great guns)

Shoot well

[airrascal]

I love my CZ83-380 but usually end up carrying my CZ75 Compact instead (if not my P7M .  I have a CZ85 in 9mm but my full-size CZ75 is chambered for .40.  Curiously, it has an ambidextrous safety too.  I thought that feature made it an 85.  Either one is great but if I had to chose between a full-size CZ75 or the CZ83 for carry, I might have to go for the CZ83.  Between the CZ75 Compact and the CZ83, I'd go for the CZ75 Compact.  BTW, I have a PCR coming so don't know how it'll fit in the scheme of things.

What are you going to use it for?

[ut83]

The PCR will fit into things very well......it will become a favorite for carry....quite a bit lighter than the compact.
Unless you MUST carry cond. 1.
Shoot well
P.S.  All 40's in the 75/85 series are ambi......