CZ-82/83: Double Stack Makarov Excellence

Published on October 9, 2012
Duration: 9:12

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the CZ-82 pistol, as demonstrated by an expert firearms instructor. It covers the basic steps for disassembly and reassembly, emphasizing the importance of a thorough safety check before and after the process. The video also touches on trigger pull weights and the pistol's safety features.

Quick Summary

The CZ-82 is a reliable, all-steel 9x18 Makarov pistol with a 12+1 capacity, featuring a polygonal rifled barrel and ambidextrous safety. It demonstrated 100% reliability over hundreds of rounds and offers manageable recoil due to its weight and double-stack design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Shooting Demonstration CZ-82
  2. 00:51CZ-82 Introduction & Plan
  3. 01:15Live Fire Shooting Session
  4. 01:36Tabletop Review & Disassembly
  5. 02:42Cost & Condition Assessment
  6. 03:15Reliability Performance
  7. 03:30Trigger & Safety Details
  8. 05:26Accuracy, Weight & Capacity
  9. 05:46Size Comparison: P64 vs CZ-82
  10. 06:36Size Comparison: Glocks vs CZ-82
  11. 07:159x18 Makarov Ammo Availability
  12. 07:49Chronograph Setup & Ammo Types
  13. 08:28Hornady XTP Chrono Results
  14. 08:42Silver Bear Chrono Results
  15. 08:54Brown Bear Chrono Results

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the CZ-82 pistol?

The CZ-82 is an all-steel, double-stack pistol chambered in 9x18 Makarov with a 12+1 capacity. It features a chrome-lined polygonal rifled barrel, an ambidextrous manual safety, and can be carried cocked-and-locked or in double/single-action modes. It weighs approximately 28 ounces.

How reliable is the CZ-82 pistol?

According to the expert review, the CZ-82 demonstrated 100% reliability over hundreds of rounds, including various types of ammunition like steel-cased Russian rounds and Hornady self-defense loads, without any reported malfunctions.

What are the trigger pull weights for the CZ-82?

The CZ-82 has a double-action trigger pull estimated between 10-12 pounds, which is described as smooth with no stacking. The single-action trigger pull is lighter, measured at under 5 pounds.

How does the CZ-82 compare in size to other pistols?

The CZ-82 is compared to the P64, Glock 26, and Glock 19. It is thicker than the P64 but similar in overall bulk to the Glocks, offering a double-stack magazine capacity advantage over single-stack designs.

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