Our CZ P10S Has Problems!

Published on February 15, 2021
Duration: 12:28

This guide details troubleshooting steps for the CZ P10S, focusing on addressing failure-to-eject malfunctions. The speaker, with extensive experience, encountered multiple issues during testing. The guide covers disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and testing with different ammunition types, emphasizing the importance of reliability for self-defense firearms. The speaker's critical assessment highlights the need for more testing before recommending the P10S for carry.

Quick Summary

The CZ P10S experienced multiple failure-to-eject malfunctions during testing, raising concerns about its reliability for self-defense. Despite a good trigger and comparable ergonomics to a Glock, the firearm's performance did not meet the experienced speaker's standards. Troubleshooting involved cleaning, lubrication, and testing various ammunition types, with some success noted after switching to Winchester 9mm.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction & CZ P10S Overview
  2. 01:12Sights & Features
  3. 01:57Rail, Backstrap & Magazines
  4. 02:26Controls & Build Quality
  5. 03:18Takedown & Barrel
  6. 03:48Initial Shooting Impressions (15 feet)
  7. 04:50Recoil & Ease of Use
  8. 05:32Shooting at 25 Yards & Malfunction 1
  9. 07:25Shooting at 50 Yards & Malfunctions 2, 3, 4
  10. 09:24Troubleshooting & Ammo Change
  11. 10:14Post-Maintenance Shooting & Final Assessment
  12. 11:54Call to Action & Issues Persistence

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main issues encountered with the CZ P10S in the video?

The primary issues reported with the CZ P10S were multiple failure-to-eject malfunctions during range testing. These occurred even after ensuring proper lubrication and in cold weather conditions, raising concerns about the firearm's reliability for self-defense.

How does the CZ P10S compare to a Glock in terms of reliability and features?

While the CZ P10S features a highly-regarded trigger and similar ergonomics to a Glock, the speaker experienced significant reliability issues. This contrasts sharply with the speaker's experience of over 15,000 rounds through a Glock without any malfunctions, making the Glock the more trusted platform in this comparison.

What troubleshooting steps were taken for the CZ P10S malfunctions?

Troubleshooting involved ensuring proper lubrication, testing different ammunition types (Minuteman Munitions, Federal, Winchester), and performing a thorough cleaning and re-lubrication. The speaker also noted the cold weather as a potential factor but emphasized that modern striker-fired pistols should handle such conditions.

Can the CZ P10S be recommended for concealed carry based on this review?

Based on the multiple critical malfunctions experienced during testing, the speaker cannot recommend the CZ P10S for self-defense or concealed carry at this time. Further testing is required to confirm its reliability, as consistent performance is crucial for life-saving applications.

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