Can the Canik Rival Compete with CZ TS2?

Published on February 24, 2023
Duration: 16:57

This video compares the Canik SFX Rival and the CZ TS2, focusing on their performance in rapid-fire drills and target engagement at 17 yards. The presenter, Justin Opinion, highlights differences in weight, price, and felt recoil, ultimately finding the CZ TS2 to have a slight edge in accuracy and ease of shooting, despite its significantly higher cost. Both firearms are enhanced with aftermarket grips and magwells from Lock Grips and Talon Grips.

Quick Summary

The CZ TS2 is significantly heavier (48.5 oz) and more expensive (approx. $1600) than the Canik SFX Rival (29.5 oz, approx. $680). While both are enhanced with aftermarket grips, the CZ TS2's weight contributes to a flatter shooting experience and slightly better accuracy in rapid-fire tests at 17 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Canik SFX Rival Introduction
  2. 00:42Canik SFX Rival Enhancements
  3. 01:14Comparison Question: Canik vs CZ
  4. 01:33Rapid Fire Test Setup
  5. 02:03Canik SFX Rival Rapid Fire Results
  6. 02:15CZ TS2 Introduction
  7. 02:29CZ TS2 Enhancements
  8. 03:13CZ TS2 Rapid Fire Results
  9. 04:03Apples and Oranges Comparison
  10. 04:43Key Differences: Weight & Price
  11. 06:56Steel Target Challenge Setup
  12. 08:07Canik SFX Rival Target Challenge
  13. 09:27CZ TS2 Target Challenge
  14. 11:22Dueling Tree Challenge
  15. 12:43Canik SFX Rival Dueling Tree Results
  16. 13:52CZ TS2 Dueling Tree Results
  17. 15:02Final Comparison and Verdict
  18. 15:30Aftermarket Upgrade Recap

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the weight of the Canik SFX Rival compare to the CZ TS2?

The CZ TS2 is significantly heavier, weighing 48.5 ounces due to its all-steel construction and full-length dust cover. In contrast, the polymer-framed Canik SFX Rival weighs 29.5 ounces, making the CZ a much more substantial firearm.

What is the price difference between the Canik SFX Rival and the CZ TS2?

The CZ TS2 is considerably more expensive, retailing for around $1600. The Canik SFX Rival is much more budget-friendly, priced at approximately $680, making it less than half the cost of the CZ.

Which pistol felt flatter shooting during the rapid-fire test?

During a rapid-fire test engaging steel targets at 17 yards, the presenter perceived the CZ TS2 as shooting flatter. This is attributed to its heavier weight, which helps to mitigate recoil impulse more effectively than the lighter Canik SFX Rival.

What aftermarket upgrades were used on the Canik SFX Rival and CZ TS2?

Both pistols were enhanced with aftermarket components. The Canik SFX Rival featured Lock Grips brass backstrap and magwell, along with Talon rubberized grip coverings. The CZ TS2 was equipped with Lock Grips aluminum grip panels and magwell.

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