Thoughts on CZ Shadow vs Shadow 2

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Hello,

I'm looking to buy my first handgun. I'm looking for something that eventually i can use in competition (production). I'm think either the CZ Shadow or Shadow 2.
 
4n2t0 said:
By the time you're ready to compete there will be a Shadow 3. It's the iPhone mentality, add another number and it must be significantly better, right? lol. I still haven't met an average joe competitor that can out shoot a Shadow 1.
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Exactly! To the OP the Shadow2 is to heavy for IDPA if you have thoughts of trying out that sport. The original Shadow is a very nice pistol and was top dog in IPSC world for a very long time. For the difference in cash you are probably better off putting the difference into ammunition and or instruction. There are also some very attractive pistols in polymer world that you should take a look at as well.

Take Care

Bob
 
There is no real cost savings in going with a regular Shadow. Get the 2, it has almost all the upgrades you'll want to do to a regular Shadow, already done, as well as significant ergonomic and mechanical upgrades. (well except for those cracking frames, but that's solved). Just make sure to get a gen 2 frame style (cut outs above the slidestop pin).
 
Shadow 2 , along with a Shadow Line, is all about marketing. ....as mentioned before same idea as iPhone or Samsung phones. The wave was created by a CZ Team, members of which MUST use whatever is provided to them....today - it is Shadow 2......tomorow or nexr month - Shadow Whatever...... business....nothing else......
I still believe : Shadow SP-01 was the last real thing from CZ.
 
pilgrim said:
Shadow 2 , along with a Shadow Line, is all about marketing. ....as mentioned before same idea as iPhone or Samsung phones. The wave was created by a CZ Team, members of which MUST use whatever is provided to them....today - it is Shadow 2......tomorow or nexr month - Shadow Whatever...... business....nothing else......
I still believe : Shadow SP-01 was the last real thing from CZ.
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I will have to disagree with you on that one. The Shadow 2 is much easier to get an accurate 2nd shot off quickly due to the decreased muzzle flip. I have owned an shot both. The factory sights on the Shadow 2 are waaaaaaay better than what was on the original as well.
 
Well, not everyone runs out and buys every single model of iphone that comes out so stop associating anyone that buys a new iphone as an Apple Fanboy. If you don't already own an iphone and buying one, with the above kinda thinking, that would be like saying why buy an iphone 8 or X or even a 7 when you can get an 5SE for a lot less and it answers calls just the same.

OP, both pistols are fantastic shooters. There are slight ergonomic differences that I would suggest physically testing both out before making a decision.

For me, I preferred the feel of the aluminum grips, slightly higher undercut by the beaver tail and trigger guard, the more aggressive frontstrap/backstrap checkering, competition hammer, added front weight, shorter trigger reset, oversize mag release and the aggressive slide serrations plus the non-visible features during manufacturing that Slavex pointed out in a previous thread. Upgrading a Shadow to how "I" would like it with a competition hammer, less curved trigger, disconnector, oversized mag release and grip panels alone would set me back another $400.+ easily and that puts the cost right up there with an S2 and I still don't get the ergonomics and features of the S2 receiver. Hence why the S2 was a no-brainer to me.

The S1 guys above did bring up a very important point. The S2's heavier weight will mean that you can't shoot IDPA so... buy both! lol
 
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