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CZ Shadow 2

Name: CZ Shadow 2
Brand: Ceska

Short recoil (semi-automatic) · 9x19mm Parabellum · introduced 2016

Also known as Shadow 2, CZ 75 Shadow 2, SP-01 Shadow 2

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About the CZ Shadow 2

The CZ Shadow 2 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, produced by Česká zbrojovka since 2016. This Czech-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. Featuring a 17-round magazine capacity, this pistol offers generous firepower for duty use and home defense. The traditional DA/SA trigger system combines the safety of a long initial double-action pull with the precision of subsequent single-action shots, a time-proven design trusted by military and law enforcement agencies worldwide. The 4.9-inch barrel provides an excellent balance between sight radius and portability, making it equally suitable for duty carry and recreational shooting. At 1318g (46.5 oz), this is a substantial firearm whose weight contributes to reduced felt recoil and enhanced stability during precision shooting. The steel frame provides a solid, premium feel with the durability to withstand decades of regular use and thousands of rounds. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.

The CZ Shadow 2 was developed in direct collaboration with top IPSC competitors and quickly became the dominant pistol in IPSC Production division worldwide. Its all-steel construction weighing 1,318 grams acts as a built-in recoil buffer, and the single-action trigger pull of just over 2.5 pounds rivals custom race guns costing three times as much.

CZ Shadow 2 specifications

General

Type: Pistol
Action: Short recoil (semi-automatic)
Firing mechanism: Double action single action
Trigger: Two stage
Trigger pull: 1.1 kg (2.5 lb)
Calibres: 9x19mm Parabellum
Magazine capacity: 17 rounds
Magazine: Detachable box magazine

Dimensions

Barrel length: 124 mm (4.9 in)
Overall length: 217 mm (8.5 in)
Height: 146 mm (5.7 in)
Width: 36 mm (1.4 in)
Weight (empty): 1.32 kg (2.91 lb)
Weight (loaded): 1.56 kg (3.43 lb)

Barrel

Rifling twist: 1:10 in (254 mm)
Rifling: Right hand
Grooves: 6

Materials

Barrel: Steel
Receiver / frame: Steel
Slide: Steel
Finish: black_nitride_polycoat

Performance

Muzzle velocity (typical): 360 m/s (1181 fps)
Muzzle energy (typical): 481 J (355 ft·lb)
Effective range: 50 m

History

Introduced: 2016
Production status: In production
Country of origin: CZ

Features

Accessory rail
Fiber optic front sight
Adjustable rear sight
Low bore axis
Cold hammer forged barrel
Checkered front strap
Checkered back strap
Undercut trigger guard
Beveled magazine well
Aluminum grips
Slide in frame design
Ambidextrous safety

Safety

Ambidextrous manual safety
Firing pin safety

The CZ Shadow 2 is primarily marketed to competitive shooters rather than military or law enforcement. It features the distinctive CZ-75 design where the slide rides inside the frame rails rather than over the frame. The pistol comes with three nickel-plated magazines and includes both narrow carry-style and larger competition safety levers.