CZ 70?

jimmy · October 5, 2000, 08:37 AM

The local gun shop just got in a pair of CZ 70 .32s, newly imported, absolutely mint, with original box and test target. The amazing thing: these guns were made in 1974! They were coated with grease and dripping with oil, which preserved them nicely during the last 26 years, which I guess must have been spent in a storage facility somewhere in Europe.

For a .32, the steel-framed CZ 70 looks like a lot of gun. IIRC the price was under $150. Not my usual kind of pistol, but I'm tempted.

Any experiences with this model? TIA.

Strayhorn · October 5, 2000, 08:49 AM

Like the Makarov - indeed, like most all Commie-block guns - the CZ-70 (and its younger brother, the CZ-50) is a butt-ugly hunk of steel that will serve you well for years even if only minimally maintained.

It's a good value. The dealers around here can't keep them on the shelves.

Ken Strayhorn
Hillsborough NC

Walt Sherrill · October 5, 2000, 08:52 AM

The CZ-70 is an updated (mostly improved quality of metal) version of the post-war CZ-50. Its loosely based on the Walther PP, and its an OK gun. The CZ-50 and CZ-70 seem to have complete part interchangeability. (Mags are available from CDNN.)

I have a CZ-50. It outshoots a friend's Walther PPK in .32. Its a little on the heavy side, and the double-action trigger needs a lot of help. The single-action isn't bad, and it can be carried "cocked and locked."

The CZ-50 and the CZ-70 are OK guns, but nothing to get excited about. Dealers can buy the CZ-70 for around $110-$120, so you see the markup. (The metal in the CZ-50s may be a little soft; haven't heard that this is a problem with the 70s. But they were made by the same people, and a few 50s I've seen had 70-marked slides.)

If its for fun, go for it -- but if you're thinking of a self-defense weapon, spend about $100 more and get the Kel-Tec P-32.

If its just for plinking, you'd be better off with a used S&W .38 -- and the ammo's cheaper.

loknload · October 5, 2000, 08:52 AM

Jim, I have both the CZ 50 and the 70. For what you pay and being .32s they are worth the money. I did have feed problems with the 50 though. I bought them as collectables and not carry guns. But as I say for what you pay they are nice little guns. If I may suggest that instead you get a Makarov if you already don't own one. Better pistol and calibre for the price.

Hope this helps

Happy Shooting

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Walt Sherrill · October 5, 2000, 01:52 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by loknload:
If I may suggest that instead you get a Makarov if you already don't own one. Better pistol and calibre for the price.
Hope this helps
Happy Shooting

[/quote]

I'll second that. And if you can find one, get an East German Makarov. They're the best of a good design, and are unlikely to need any "improving."

Jason Demond · August 23, 2001, 05:11 PM

I just bought a CZ70 from Aimsurplus.com in 95% for 79.00, I can't wait for it to get here. I got it for the hell of it, if it works good it will be my number 2 carry gun. Number one is a 1911.

August 23, 2001, 05:11 PM	#6
Jason Demond Senior Member Join Date: May 10, 1999 Location: Hastings, Michigan Posts: 1,845	I just bought a CZ70 from Aimsurplus.com in 95% for 79.00, I can't wait for it to get here. I got it for the hell of it, if it works good it will be my number 2 carry gun. Number one is a 1911. __________________ "ACCEPT NOTHING LESS THAN FULL VICTORY!" General Dwight D. Eisenhower June 6, 1944 ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ!

October 5, 2000, 08:37 AM	#1
jimmy Senior Member Join Date: January 29, 1999 Location: Texas Posts: 1,795	The local gun shop just got in a pair of CZ 70 .32s, newly imported, absolutely mint, with original box and test target. The amazing thing: these guns were made in 1974! They were coated with grease and dripping with oil, which preserved them nicely during the last 26 years, which I guess must have been spent in a storage facility somewhere in Europe. For a .32, the steel-framed CZ 70 looks like a lot of gun. IIRC the price was under $150. Not my usual kind of pistol, but I'm tempted. Any experiences with this model? TIA.

October 5, 2000, 08:49 AM	#2
Strayhorn Senior Member Join Date: April 10, 2000 Location: Central NC Posts: 339	Like the Makarov - indeed, like most all Commie-block guns - the CZ-70 (and its younger brother, the CZ-50) is a butt-ugly hunk of steel that will serve you well for years even if only minimally maintained. It's a good value. The dealers around here can't keep them on the shelves. Ken Strayhorn Hillsborough NC

October 5, 2000, 08:52 AM	#3
Walt Sherrill Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 1999 Location: Winston-Salem, NC USA Posts: 3,704	The CZ-70 is an updated (mostly improved quality of metal) version of the post-war CZ-50. Its loosely based on the Walther PP, and its an OK gun. The CZ-50 and CZ-70 seem to have complete part interchangeability. (Mags are available from CDNN.) I have a CZ-50. It outshoots a friend's Walther PPK in .32. Its a little on the heavy side, and the double-action trigger needs a lot of help. The single-action isn't bad, and it can be carried "cocked and locked." The CZ-50 and the CZ-70 are OK guns, but nothing to get excited about. Dealers can buy the CZ-70 for around $110-$120, so you see the markup. (The metal in the CZ-50s may be a little soft; haven't heard that this is a problem with the 70s. But they were made by the same people, and a few 50s I've seen had 70-marked slides.) If its for fun, go for it -- but if you're thinking of a self-defense weapon, spend about $100 more and get the Kel-Tec P-32. If its just for plinking, you'd be better off with a used S&W .38 -- and the ammo's cheaper.

October 5, 2000, 08:52 AM	#4
loknload Senior Member Join Date: November 23, 1999 Location: PA. USA Posts: 1,781	Jim, I have both the CZ 50 and the 70. For what you pay and being .32s they are worth the money. I did have feed problems with the 50 though. I bought them as collectables and not carry guns. But as I say for what you pay they are nice little guns. If I may suggest that instead you get a Makarov if you already don't own one. Better pistol and calibre for the price. Hope this helps Happy Shooting ------------------ We preserve our freedoms by using four boxes: soap,ballot,jury, and cartridge. Anonymous

October 5, 2000, 01:52 PM	#5
Walt Sherrill Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 1999 Location: Winston-Salem, NC USA Posts: 3,704	<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by loknload: If I may suggest that instead you get a Makarov if you already don't own one. Better pistol and calibre for the price. Hope this helps Happy Shooting [/quote] I'll second that. And if you can find one, get an East German Makarov. They're the best of a good design, and are unlikely to need any "improving."