After 1,000 rounds, the CZ 75 TS Czechmate is still a hoot—flawless reliability with handloaded 9 Major, despite front-heavy balance and a pesky recoil dip. Tinkering continues: filed safeties and swapped optics. A discontinued gem worth saving for Open fun.
I don’t shoot or talk about Glocks much, but I’ve got a few, including my first: a Glock 43. It’s an itty-bitty pistol that rarely sees trigger time, but it’s got its place. Let’s check it out.
Welcome to “Zo’s Reloads,” a new post series where I share my blunders and breakthroughs as I fumble into the world of reloading. Buckle up—this wild ride starts with 9mm Luger!
And the Staccato XL hit 2,000 rounds—snuck up on me like a ninja. With some slick trigger and recoil tuning, the last thousand rounds were pure, flawless fun. Here’s the what and how of it.
The Staccato CS, built for concealed carry, delivers a compact, slimline 2011 experience starting starting $2,499. It shines with impressive performance, but the recoil profile and magazine capacity might not win over every shooter.
They say, “Run your gun, not your mouth”. So I ran the Staccato C2. After 5,000 rounds, it’s time for a milestone review. Let’s examine it and its accessories.
CZ fans are gonna do CZ fan things, and that means snagging every new CZ that hits the market, like the all-new CZ Shadow 2 Carry. It’s just how we roll. Now that we got that straight, let’s take a…
It’s official: the Staccato XL has devoured its first case of ammo. That means it’s time for the 1,000-round review. Spoiler alert—it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. We’re talking wear, mods, and a trip back to the mothership.
This Jericho 941 is a Cowboy Bebop treasure. Snagged it and customized it for Spike Spiegel’s iconic vibe as a pristine collector’s piece. Curious about this gem? Check the specs and pics, but remember… whatever happens, happens!
Staccato XL hit its 500-round milestone! For the most part, it’s been a smooth, fun USPSA Limited Optics ride. Except for that odd, slow recoil that threw me—until we synced. Let’s dig in.
Big Staccato fan here—P and C2 are my go-tos. Now, the XL’s my latest obsession. Underrated in Staccato’s lineup, it’s perfect for USPSA Limited Optics. At $3,599, it’s a steal for a premium 2011 competitor. Here’s my initial take.
Two years after my 2023 take on the CZ Czechmate, this 500-round update revisits the affordable Open division contender. Upgraded with brass grips & mag well from LokGrips, plus MBX mags, this quirky, high-performing icon still shines.
