Shoot-Off: CZ vs S&W M&P9 at Impact Guns!

Published on November 17, 2009
Duration: 26:26

This video features a shoot-off between the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom and the Smith & Wesson M&P9 at Impact Guns. The review highlights detailed comparisons of trigger mechanics, ergonomics, and accuracy, with insights from experienced reviewers and gunsmiths. The M&P9 is favored for everyday carry due to its balance of size, weight, and value, while the CZ Phantom is noted as a strong tactical option.

Quick Summary

In a shoot-off at Impact Guns, the Smith & Wesson M&P9 was favored for everyday carry over the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom due to its better balance of size, weight, and value, along with a superior out-of-the-box trigger. The CZ Phantom, however, remains a strong tactical option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction at Impact Guns
  2. 01:10The Contenders: S&W M&P9 and CZ SP-01 Phantom
  3. 02:20The Challenge and Trigger Impressions
  4. 04:30Accuracy Testing: Round 1
  5. 06:10Accuracy Testing: Round 2
  6. 11:10Final Shooting and Results
  7. 14:40Conclusion and Preferences

Frequently Asked Questions

What pistols were compared in the Impact Guns shoot-off?

The shoot-off featured a comparison between the full-size Smith & Wesson M&P9 and the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom, a polymer-framed variant of the CZ-75 SP-01. Both pistols are chambered in 9mm.

How did the triggers of the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom and S&W M&P9 compare?

Initial impressions noted the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom's trigger as stiff in double-action and having a clean break but significant take-up in single-action. The S&W M&P9's trigger was generally praised as superior out-of-the-box for carry purposes.

Which pistol was favored for everyday carry (EDC) and why?

The Smith & Wesson M&P9 was favored for everyday carry due to its optimal balance of size, weight, and value. The CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom, while a capable tactical pistol, was noted for having smaller slide serrations that could make manipulation more difficult.

What were the key accuracy findings from the 10-yard testing?

Accuracy testing at 10 yards demonstrated that both the CZ-75 SP-01 Phantom and the S&W M&P9 are capable of producing tight groups. While specific group sizes weren't quantified in detail, the overall performance was excellent for both firearms.

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