This video provides a detailed look at the CZ-82 pistol, a 1984 Czech military surplus firearm chambered in 9x18mm Makarov. It covers the loading process, weapon preparation, and a live-fire demonstration showcasing the pistol's performance at an outdoor range. Visuals include close-ups of ammunition and slow-motion footage of the action.
This video features a shooter taking their Czech CZ-82 pistol out to the range. The description explicitly states the firearm is a CZ-82, manufactured in 1984, and tags mention related models like the CZ-83 and the country of origin. The focus is on the direct experience of shooting this specific firearm.
This review compares the CZ 82 (military 9x18 Makarov) and CZ 83 (commercial .380 ACP). Both feature all-steel construction and DA/SA triggers, with interchangeable magazines. The CZ 82 boasts a polygonal barrel and ambidextrous controls, while the CZ 83 offers slightly higher capacity in .380 ACP. Chronograph tests show minimal velocity difference, but the 9x18 Makarov has more felt recoil.
This video features Keith Ford from Brownells Gun Tech examining the Czechoslovak CZ 82 pistol. He highlights its similarities and differences with the Russian Makarov, noting the CZ 82's chambering in 9x18mm Makarov, double-stack 12-round magazine, polygonal rifling, and ambidextrous controls. The video details its blowback operation, DA/SA trigger, fixed barrel, and unique disassembly via a swing-down triggerguard. It also touches on the CZ 82's military service in Czechoslovakia and its current status in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. The CZ 83, its commercial export variant, and its ATF "Curio and Relic" classification are also discussed.
This video is a book review of James D. Brown's "Cold War Pistols of Czechoslovakia." The reviewer praises the book as the best of its kind on Eastern Bloc pistols, offering detailed developmental history, production timelines, serial number tables, disassembly, and mechanical information for models like the Duo, "Z", vz.45, CZ 50/70, CZ 52, VZ 75/85, and CZ 82/83. While suggesting minor improvements in photographic content and text layout, the reviewer highly recommends the book for collectors and enthusiasts interested in these unique and historically significant handguns.
The CZ 83 is a reliable and budget-friendly .380 ACP pistol, offering high capacity (13+1) and manageable recoil due to its all-steel construction. It features a smooth DA/SA trigger, adjustable sights, and a durable chrome-plated barrel with polygonal rifling. As the civilian version of the CZ 82, it remains a solid option for concealed carry and everyday defense.
This video showcases a pair of CZ 82 pistols, presented with custom OD Green and Graphite Black Cerakote finishes. The description highlights these as budget-friendly firearms and provides contact information for price quotes and custom build inquiries. The creator, MK3 Firearms, also promotes their presence on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, encouraging viewers to connect for services and content. This is an excellent opportunity for budget-conscious firearm enthusiasts looking for customized options.
The Polish Radom P-64 is an affordable 9x18 Makarov pistol, often found under $200, offering extreme reliability and simple maintenance. While compact and thin, making it suitable for concealed carry, it suffers from sharp recoil, a low capacity, and a very heavy factory double-action trigger. Modifications with Wolff springs can significantly improve trigger pull.
This video reviews Underwood Ammo's 9x18 Makarov ammunition, featuring a 95-grain Hornady XTP bullet. The reviewer discusses the ammo's specifications, including a advertised velocity of 1150fps and a chamber pressure of 24,500 PSI, comparing it to historical 9x18 loads and highlighting its suitability for defensive use due to the XTP bullet's performance characteristics. Chronograph data shows the Underwood load achieving 1198fps with 303 ft-lbs of energy, significantly outperforming a standard Hornady 9x18 XTP load.
This review of the CZ-82 pistol, chambered in 9x18 Makarov, highlights its robust all-steel construction, reliable performance, and surprising accuracy, attributed to its polygonal rifled barrel. The presenter, demonstrating expert-level knowledge, covers its double/single-action operation, ambidextrous safety, and compares its size and handling to other popular handguns like Glocks and the P64. Chronograph data for various ammunition types is also provided, showcasing its potential as a capable and affordable firearm.
This video provides a detailed review of Underwood Ammo's 9x18mm Makarov 95gr XTP ammunition. The reviewer discusses the ammo's performance, including chronograph tests comparing it to a factory Hornady load. He also addresses the pressure considerations of this round in relation to various 9x18mm firearms, particularly the Czech CZ 82. The review highlights the XTP bullet's suitability for defensive purposes due to its expansion and penetration characteristics, presenting it as a potential compromise between JHP and FMJ loads.
The CZ-82 is a reliable Czech 9x18 Makarov service pistol, adopted in 1983 and featuring ambidextrous controls and a double-stack magazine. It offers pleasant shooting with low recoil and good accuracy, performing reliably with various ammunition types. Often available as surplus, it represents excellent value, frequently including accessories like holsters and spare magazines.
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