CZ P07 & P09 Decocker Safety

Published on March 31, 2015
Duration: 8:20

This guide details the process of converting a CZ P07 or P09 pistol from a decocker-only configuration to one featuring a manual safety, or vice-versa. The video, presented with high authority by a respected firearms reviewer, demonstrates disassembly, component removal and installation using specialized tools like a bench vice and trigger gauge, and reassembly with a function check. It also compares trigger pull weights between configurations.

Quick Summary

Convert your CZ P07 or P09 from a decocker to a manual safety by field stripping, carefully removing the decocker assembly, installing the safety levers, and reassembling. This process, demonstrated by an experienced firearms instructor, allows for "cocked and locked" carry and may result in a slightly lighter trigger pull (approx. 4 lbs 3.5 oz vs. 4 lbs 6.5 oz).

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting
  2. 00:58Safety Conversion Overview
  3. 01:13Disassembly
  4. 01:43Removing the Decocker
  5. 02:52Installing the Manual Safety
  6. 03:48Re-installing the Decocker
  7. 05:50Reassembly & Function Check
  8. 06:12Trigger Pull Comparison
  9. 06:47Conclusion & Brand History

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert a CZ P07/P09 from a decocker to a manual safety?

The conversion involves field stripping the pistol, removing the decocker assembly by depressing the ejector and trigger bar, installing the manual safety levers, and then carefully reassembling the decocker mechanism. A function check is crucial afterward.

What is the difference in trigger pull weight between a CZ P07 with a decocker and one with a manual safety?

According to the video, the CZ P07's trigger pull weight was measured at approximately 4 lbs 3.5 oz with the manual safety installed and 4 lbs 6.5 oz when using the decocker configuration.

What tools are needed for the CZ P07/P09 decocker conversion?

Essential tools include a bench vice (preferably with protective covers for the firearm), and a digital trigger pull gauge, such as a Lyman model, for accurate measurement of trigger weight changes.

Why would someone convert their CZ P07/P09 from a decocker to a manual safety?

The conversion allows for a "cocked and locked" carry method, which some users prefer for faster presentation. Additionally, the manual safety configuration may result in a slightly lighter trigger pull compared to the decocker setup.

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