Great comparison video. I honestly couldn't make a decision on which one I wanted. They are both so nice. I ended up just buying both. You only live once and you don't take your guns with you when you die. Enjoy life get what you want.
Yeah, I picked-up a PCR to replace my P365 XL (I'm a sucker for a decocked hammer-fire) but I'm also going to picked-up a P-01 in the coming months. My missus has problems racking the PCR (she carries a M&P Shield EZ) but I noticed the P-01 racked much, much easier. Cheers!
I'm an old hammer-fired guy (Beretta/CZ/1911) but I've been carrying a Sig P365 XL the past couple years because it's easy to conceal...yet, it fell like I wasn't bringing a toy to a gun fight. However, I never quite loved it...especially since it has a safely (no way am I sticking a striker-rife down my pants without a safety) and, to me, a decoder is the perfect safety for concealed carry. Anyway, after watching your video I found a shop that carried both the P-01 and PCR. I went with the PCR because I didn't need a rail, better for carry, and the I prefer the Omega trigger. It's awesome. I tried to convince my missus to switch from carrying her M&P Shield EZ, but she finds the PCR too difficult to rack. I'm still going to pickup a P-01 (it's awesome and I love the CZ brand) and noticed it racks much easier than the PCR. Perhaps she'll start carrying it in the future - we shall see. Enjoyed.
Took 4 months and a few phone calls but I finally got my mitts on a PCR to go with my P-01 and Stainless 75B. Looking to add a 2075 RAMI and a Shadow TAC II at some point but, thanks for validating my decision to go with a PCR for carry. CZ's are truly outstanding in every way.
with the extended mag my Rami is THE BEST FEELING pistol I've ever had. That enables it to mimic the PCR, but with the shorter barrel the weight of the Rami then sits down in the hand, not at all in front. Both are exceptional weapons and are my favorites, along with my 4" S'field Mod 2 9mm.
Great video, couldn’t agree more with your assessment! Took me many years to discover the awesomeness of the CZ75 line but now that I have a 75d PCR too, it’s had a steady diet of EDC!
A few more differences, mostly minor but 1 major: 1) slide serrations are both angled on the PCR 2) P01 has full-length dust cover (probably necessary for the rail), and 3) most important, the rear sight cut is different, and I believe unique among CZ pistols. So different in fact, that it is difficult to find an aftermarket rear night sight for it (front sight cut is the same on all series 75 pistols). Cajun Gun Works offers one (Meprolight I believe), but from what I've read it's a tricky installation best left to an armorer or smith. Other than the stock sights, I love my PCR. I have the thick rubber grips for my big hands, and the thin aluminum grips for my wife. Very accurate and reliable after ~2000 rounds. :-)
Same! Got the PCR two years ago, but I want the P01 too because holsters are easier to find for the P01 than the PCR, AND obviously a light on a home defense gun is a MUST! Imma name them both Calamity and Jane #BlackOps1
The p07 is also a nice brother to these two beautiful firearms. The looks of the p01 are amazing and the pcr is simply an amazing carry gun can’t go wrong with any of the 3.
I bought a PCR last week and shot a 100 rounds of UMC 115 grain FMJ no failures and absolutely love this Gun. This is my first CZ and probably won't be my last. I enjoyed your video. Good job!! Thanks
Purchased the PCR today. It was not my plan because my focus was the P-01 because of the alloy frame. I was surprised about the PCR because I assumed it would be heavier. I am now considering selling my P365XL and adding the P-01. 😊
my pcr is EDC since fall of 2016 --- but, as others have noted, --- the stock sights suck. So .... the mods to my gun are: truglo tfx sights TG- H3 stamped on the sights --- not the pro's which have an orange ring on the front sight. cz custom shop base plates for my magazines --- my medium hand pinky would land on that thin one that is stock. G 10 grips --- I loved the stock rubber ones that felt great but they would catch my light cover shirt in the summer -- so -- I have a thinner gun that gets my thumb to the slide release better. That's about it .... this gun has great build quality and internals. Have fun CZ people --- yes, I'm a fan.
Great comparison. They're both fantastic guns but I sold my PCR and got a P-01. The first reason is that the PCR has a mag base plate that is thin metal with a tab that sticks out forward from the bottom of the grip, so it rubbed on the pinkie of my grip hand. Probably not a problem for people with smaller hands, but these pistols have short grips and for my M-L hands it was uncomfortable. The P-02 has a contoured rubber pad that is much more comfortable for me. Second, the slide release lever on the PCR is shorter than on the P-01, so I had to stretch my thumb so far forward to reach it that it made me change my grip. Third, the stock sights on both of these pistols are mediocre at best and IMO need to be replaced. The top of the slide on the PCR is cut away in front of the dove tail, so you're limited to trijicon sights at CGW if you don't want to see the flat spot, and they don't extend rearward to increase the sight radius. The P-01 doesn't have the notch, so you can install truglo tfx or similar sights which extend to the rear of the slide. Finally, the full length dust cover on the P-01 is a non issue IMO. If anything, it adds a little mass to the front of the gun to reduce muzzle flip. Just my observations, having owned both of these. Thanks for the review!
have tru-glo tfx sights on my pcr --- they are great. Also swapped out the mag base plates for custom brushed aluminum base plates for exactly the same reason you stated. I think they are from cz custom shop but it's been awhile. Happy shooting!
great vid thanks been looking at this one for a while, finally stopped by local gun shop but they don't have one...really like your comparison....keem them coming....
I chose the P-01 for my carry. It came with the Omaga trigger, better sights and I like to use a light. This CZ is a tack driver at 10 yards. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Just bought my first CZ it is a 75 d compact PCR I love it. Took it to the range and it blew me away how accurate it is I’m sure it will be my favorite
Excellent video and thank you for doing this comparison. I bought a used, Cajunized P-01 and I love it! But like you, I don't need a rail for carry. The P-01 will get nightstand duty with a light, and the new PCR I just ordered will be my carry. I wasn't sure of how they compared until I saw your video. Now I know I made a great choice! Thanks again!
Thank you so much for this excellent comparison! I have been debating which one to get for CC and your review has made a clear decision. Thanks again. Be safe.
+Jb07 The PCR was my first pistol. It was too big for my hand but that didn't stop me. Aluminum grips and the trigger reduction kit brought it all together. Add changing the sights for these "old" eyes and it's perfect. An expensive venture for sure, but well worth it. And yes, it's not going anywhere.
Nice comparison, I just bought a SP 01 and had I known about the PCR (or saw your video beforehand) would've chosen the PCR. The serrated trigger, low profile rear sights, and loaded chamber indicator alone are worth it. Only "down side would be no rail on PCR but as you said not needed for a EDC.- Signed, Day Late and Dollar Short!
Great review on both. A very long time ago, I was on the fence which one to buy before, but after several consideration, I ended buying the big daddy 75 B. I am not carrying it but it will be my bedside arm. I got the RAMI for carry though.
I love shooting my P-01 steel frame and originally bought it with the intention of carrying it. Its such a soft shooter but it is quite heavy for a carry pistol at over 2 lbs. Now I'm looking at this PCR since its lighter weight. I don't love CZ decockers (Beretta's have the best decockers IMO) but I think it fits my needs just right. Thanks for sharing the differences between the P-01 vs PCR . Great video👍👍
Another excellent review Austin. APCR in my collection would be amazing but I'd have to sell some pistols at this point to make room for one. LOL I have the P-01 and SP-01 and love them both but I wish I could have gotten my hands on a PCR when I found the P-01.The PCR would be a better carry pistol and that is really why I bought the P-01 but the reasons you mentioned and the long pistol grip have made me shelf that Idea for now. Maybe in 16 a PCR will make its way into the safe. Oh, my P-01 is a 2015 and the magazine plate still has the rubber bottom. Thanks again for a great comparison.
+pinkiewerewolf Thank you very much for the kind words, glad you liked the video. I understand about having to make room, my wife keeps asking why I buy so many CZs :-). I do like the PCR as a carry gun, it has been great for me but the P-01 is definitely suitable for carry as well! I hope you find a PCR soon and I appreciate the info on the mag plate as I wasn't sure on that. Thanks again!
Been carrying my full-size for a while now. Surprisingly comfy for the size but as of late I've been thinking about picking up a Rami the only detractor is the blocky grip and I love the grip contour of the steel frame guns
Got those aluminum grips for my 75D PCR after I saw your review. Liked the original rubber contoured ones, but created a bit of a stretch for my trigger finger with the bigger palm swell. New thinner aluminum ones thins out the grip and makes the gun look awesome (as if it needed to look better than it already did!) Thanks for the video, lovin' my CZ even more.
+The Weekly Sticky I have the aluminum grips for improved trigger control and I also had the trigger reduction kit added. Small hands. The two together made for a clean trigger pull.
+The Weekly Sticky Bought the kit from Cajun Gun Works. It has everything but the trigger pin which is an extra $13. I bought the sights too - the one's for "old" people eyes.. :). A trusted gunsmith changed out the sights and put in the Reduction Kit for $50. Been an expensive venture tuning the PCR to my needs but well worth it.
Have a P01 and I found a really good deal on the PCR, but lost it because it took me a while to think about the redundancy of having both. Kind of regret not picking it up sooner...
I agree, I feel the CZ 75D PCR is the perfect carry gun for me. My CZ P-09 Suppressor Ready is my house gun, and I run a Rugged Obsidian 9 in short configuration on it.
Another good thing about both of these pistols is they both can use any full size CZ 75 magazines , 10 , 14 , 16 , 17 rds. I don't CCW but I do prefer the PCR myself.
I have the pcr and i got the blacked out combat rear site and fiber optic front sight for the cz pro site, the rear site goes all the way to the back of the gun. great gun.
+Kenny Keith the web site is czcustom and the stuff i got - Fiber Optic Rod 1.5mm 6" Green 101611$3.00$3.00CZ Fiber Optic Front Sight 1.5 x 6.5mm (3.1mm Blade) 100871$35.00$35.00CZ 75 Tactical Rear Sight Standard Dovetail 101001$45.00$45.00CZ Front Sight Roll Pin Punch 303021$7.50$7.50CZ 75 Front Sight Pin 100911$4.00$4.00Front Sight Drill 303081$1.50$1.50Subtotal:$96.00Shipping & Handling:$9.30Tax:$0.00Order Total:$105.3
PCR is a great gun. It was my first handgun a few years ago. I like the looks and feel of the original steel 75 Compact better, so that's what I still have.
Charles J Gartner I have a habit of sticking to whatever the manufacturer originally used. Sometimes aftermarket stuff will really ‘screw’ with functionality. I’ll see myself out.
@@DWN22 ahhhh, ya, sorry if it came off as something against you. I was just surprised that the manufacturer used phillips screws. Seems weird. Like woodshop screws lol.
I have a good friend who was a NYC Arsen Investigator. His issued weapon was a Glock 19. But his personal choice gun is a CZ 9mm. We worked as the Udvar Hazy National Air&Space Center as part of the original security team when they 1st opened. Our on the job weapons were 38's but most of us had our conceal carry permits his was CZ . For me its Beretta or Sig
Thanks for Your answer. That it does not. However If I do carry it, It would be in the decocked position, with a round in, and I think that would serve as the loaded chamber indicator for my use. Not that I would treat fire arm as empty. Thanks again Nice video.
Very nice video. I've been watching CZ videos. Plan on getting one to be my EDC. I was thinking my choice was between the P07 and the P01, but I can see how the P75D PCR would be better for me than the 01. (I have no desire for a light or laser either. Going to put a red dot on it.) So, thanks for the insights!
Thank you I was in the gun store looking at a pcr toda didn’t get it because I thought I wanted the po1 but it’s gonna be my ccw so I’m going to get that pcr tomorrow morning.
@@yuro3501 shoots like a dream especially broken in, I’m selling mine now only because it ended up being too big to be my every day CCW so I carry the sig p365
@@BCOLLOT928 Yeah, I’m not a guy that’s crazy into collecting guns, but for some reason as soon as I saw the PCR I’ve been obsessed just watching every single video I can find on it. I’m really looking forward to purchasing this gun.
Thanks for the showing the mags, picked up an old 14rnd shaped like the p01 mag but with a steel baseplate. Think it’s some type of intermediate or an aftermarket plate.
Point of information: have a CZ PCR that I purchased two years ago at this writing. It was stock and has the smooth, non-serrated trigger surface. Just a word to those who prefer the serrations to verify before purchasing.
Let me state upfront I have a bias having recently picked up the P-01 myself. What you see as a disadvantage on the P-01 I see as an advantage. You can one-arm rack the slide with the P-01 if you had to catching the rear sight on your belt which you can't do with the Novak style rear sight on the PCR. Also the rail gives you the option of clipping on a light for home defense in the dark. Easy enough fix to adjust the rear sight (however you like them) with aftermarket sights. Another advantage to buying a popular brand like CZ, Customization is possible.
I’ve got almost 6000 rounds through a stock P-01. Even with total disassembly, cleaning and polishing , the trigger with the de cocker is not as smooth as my SP-01 out of the box. I carry it often, with upgraded sights from CGW and LOK grips, even then , it takes a lot of practice to fire with accuracy. I would be interested to see if the PCR trigger is smoother because of the lack of a decocker lever in the sear cage.
Awesome video, I'm struggling right now trying to deiced between these two or possibly the RAMI. I currently use a Glock 19 as my carry gun but thought i'd try something else, after all, one can never have too many options right?! Anyways, awesome video again, it helped a lot.
Seriously... I just watched this video and I am so glad that I did. I just knew that the P-01 was the gun that I wanted. And I am sure that I would have been very happy with it. But if I would have found out about the PCR afterwards (Like i almost did cuz I was ready to buy this gun today but it was late in the day so i am going on Saturday) I would have either had some regret or more than likely found a reason to buy that gun too haha. Thanks a lot. Great Video!
@@ronmitchell859 you're right. After getting my PC's I'm still thinking about. A P-01 for a secondary home Defense pistol. I don't want a rail on a carry him but a night stand gun is a different story.
I had the choice between the two... I picked the P01 since it came in a rare OD Green color and it has the NSN stamp in it (Nato stamp of approval) im picking it up this Friday..... i think ill eventually pick a PCR too... well see... i already have two CZ97B and a P10F
Very informative. I’m stuck between these 2, leaning towards P-01 . The PCR slim profile slide release is hard for smaller shooters to grab with their thumb I’ve heard. Any experience with that?
dude i recently bought a sp-01 tactical with threaded barrel for home defense. I currently carry a walther pps m2. I now want to carry the pcr. thanks for making a great video
I have the P09 for home/range and cold weather carry and got the PCR to replace my PX4 Storm Compact for IWB carry and use my PPS for hot weather carry. The best of all three worlds
excellent guns. i rented P01 at the range. I lost faith in my sig p229 elite. It broke after about 2500 rounds within 4 months of ownership. Broken: mag release spring, trigger bar, and safety indicator.
@Austin B Thank you for another nice review. I own the PCR, and love it. Mine has a black trigger. Most of the PCR's that I've seen have the stainless looking trigger. Would you be able to tell me the difference?
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Great comparison video. I honestly couldn't make a decision on which one I wanted. They are both so nice. I ended up just buying both. You only live once and you don't take your guns with you when you die. Enjoy life get what you want.
Yeah, I picked-up a PCR to replace my P365 XL (I'm a sucker for a decocked hammer-fire) but I'm also going to picked-up a P-01 in the coming months. My missus has problems racking the PCR (she carries a M&P Shield EZ) but I noticed the P-01 racked much, much easier. Cheers!
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I'm an old hammer-fired guy (Beretta/CZ/1911) but I've been carrying a Sig P365 XL the past couple years because it's easy to conceal...yet, it fell like I wasn't bringing a toy to a gun fight. However, I never quite loved it...especially since it has a safely (no way am I sticking a striker-rife down my pants without a safety) and, to me, a decoder is the perfect safety for concealed carry. Anyway, after watching your video I found a shop that carried both the P-01 and PCR. I went with the PCR because I didn't need a rail, better for carry, and the I prefer the Omega trigger. It's awesome. I tried to convince my missus to switch from carrying her M&P Shield EZ, but she finds the PCR too difficult to rack. I'm still going to pickup a P-01 (it's awesome and I love the CZ brand) and noticed it racks much easier than the PCR. Perhaps she'll start carrying it in the future - we shall see. Enjoyed.
Had my PCR for years--still my favorite gun.
Nice pistols! You can never go wrong with a CZ.
I own a CZ P07 Duty which I have been carrying for 3 years now.
Took 4 months and a few phone calls but I finally got my mitts on a PCR to go with my P-01 and Stainless 75B. Looking to add a 2075 RAMI and a Shadow TAC II at some point but, thanks for validating my decision to go with a PCR for carry. CZ's are truly outstanding in every way.
with the extended mag my Rami is THE BEST FEELING pistol I've ever had. That enables it to mimic the PCR, but with the shorter barrel the weight of the Rami then sits down in the hand, not at all in front. Both are exceptional weapons and are my favorites, along with my 4" S'field Mod 2 9mm.
Great video, couldn’t agree more with your assessment! Took me many years to discover the awesomeness of the CZ75 line but now that I have a 75d PCR too, it’s had a steady diet of EDC!
A few more differences, mostly minor but 1 major: 1) slide serrations are both angled on the PCR 2) P01 has full-length dust cover (probably necessary for the rail), and 3) most important, the rear sight cut is different, and I believe unique among CZ pistols. So different in fact, that it is difficult to find an aftermarket rear night sight for it (front sight cut is the same on all series 75 pistols). Cajun Gun Works offers one (Meprolight I believe), but from what I've read it's a tricky installation best left to an armorer or smith. Other than the stock sights, I love my PCR. I have the thick rubber grips for my big hands, and the thin aluminum grips for my wife. Very accurate and reliable after ~2000 rounds. :-)
Thank's for the vid. I've been on the fence on whether to get the PCR or the PO1. After watching your video, I have decided on the PCR.
Sam Sahai Excellent choice on the PCR . I ABSOLUTELY love mine.
Same! Got the PCR two years ago, but I want the P01 too because holsters are easier to find for the P01 than the PCR, AND obviously a light on a home defense gun is a MUST!
Imma name them both Calamity and Jane
#BlackOps1
CZ makes the best handguns in the world
I had to get both but went with the PO1 omega suppressor ready. The PO7 has been get over the yrs.
The p07 is also a nice brother to these two beautiful firearms. The looks of the p01 are amazing and the pcr is simply an amazing carry gun can’t go wrong with any of the 3.
I bought a PCR last week and shot a 100 rounds of UMC 115 grain FMJ no failures and absolutely love this Gun. This is my first CZ and probably won't be my last. I enjoyed your video. Good job!! Thanks
Purchased the PCR today. It was not my plan because my focus was the P-01 because of the alloy frame. I was surprised about the PCR because I assumed it would be heavier. I am now considering selling my P365XL and adding the P-01. 😊
my pcr is EDC since fall of 2016 --- but, as others have noted, --- the stock sights suck. So .... the mods to my gun are: truglo tfx sights TG- H3 stamped on the sights --- not the pro's which have an orange ring on the front sight. cz custom shop base plates for my magazines --- my medium hand pinky would land on that thin one that is stock. G 10 grips --- I loved the stock rubber ones that felt great but they would catch my light cover shirt in the summer -- so -- I have a thinner gun that gets my thumb to the slide release better. That's about it .... this gun has great build quality and internals. Have fun CZ people --- yes, I'm a fan.
Great comparison. They're both fantastic guns but I sold my PCR and got a P-01. The first reason is that the PCR has a mag base plate that is thin metal with a tab that sticks out forward from the bottom of the grip, so it rubbed on the pinkie of my grip hand. Probably not a problem for people with smaller hands, but these pistols have short grips and for my M-L hands it was uncomfortable. The P-02 has a contoured rubber pad that is much more comfortable for me. Second, the slide release lever on the PCR is shorter than on the P-01, so I had to stretch my thumb so far forward to reach it that it made me change my grip. Third, the stock sights on both of these pistols are mediocre at best and IMO need to be replaced. The top of the slide on the PCR is cut away in front of the dove tail, so you're limited to trijicon sights at CGW if you don't want to see the flat spot, and they don't extend rearward to increase the sight radius. The P-01 doesn't have the notch, so you can install truglo tfx or similar sights which extend to the rear of the slide. Finally, the full length dust cover on the P-01 is a non issue IMO. If anything, it adds a little mass to the front of the gun to reduce muzzle flip. Just my observations, having owned both of these. Thanks for the review!
have tru-glo tfx sights on my pcr --- they are great. Also swapped out the mag base plates for custom brushed aluminum base plates for exactly the same reason you stated. I think they are from cz custom shop but it's been awhile. Happy shooting!
CZ really seems to make some quality firearms across the board! Love both of these pistols. Thanks for the video!
This is the exact video I was looking for. thanks
great vid thanks been looking at this one for a while, finally stopped by local gun shop but they don't have one...really like your comparison....keem them coming....
I chose the P-01 for my carry. It came with the Omaga trigger, better sights and I like to use a light. This CZ is a tack driver at 10 yards. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Just bought my first CZ it is a 75 d compact PCR I love it. Took it to the range and it blew me away how accurate it is I’m sure it will be my favorite
I love mine too my brother.
Enjoy
Honestly looks better without a rail. Who agrees?
I dont agree and I even tried to like the compact more visually
I agree. The rail ruins the lines
Agreed
if u want attachments on your gun buy a glock or sig instead this gun is the cadillac of pistols
I think we all can agree that when it comes to personal protection looks are important.
Excellent video and thank you for doing this comparison. I bought a used, Cajunized P-01 and I love it! But like you, I don't need a rail for carry. The P-01 will get nightstand duty with a light, and the new PCR I just ordered will be my carry. I wasn't sure of how they compared until I saw your video. Now I know I made a great choice! Thanks again!
Couldn't agree more- EXCELLENT carry piece. Accurate as heck too.
Great comparison review, looking at getting a P01 but now after seeing this I can’t decide. That PCR Compact is sweet.
James Massie Get both my friend you will not regret it.
Thank you so much for this excellent comparison! I have been debating which one to get for CC and your review has made a clear decision. Thanks again. Be safe.
You wont be disappointed. I have bought/traded/sold many pistols but my pcr hasn't gone anywhere(nor will it).
+Jb07 The PCR was my first pistol. It was too big for my hand but that didn't stop me. Aluminum grips and the trigger reduction kit brought it all together. Add changing the sights for these "old" eyes and it's perfect. An expensive venture for sure, but well worth it. And yes, it's not going anywhere.
Thanks! I never even knew about the PCR Version . I may just get that one.
Nice comparison, I just bought a SP 01 and had I known about the PCR (or saw your video beforehand) would've chosen the PCR. The serrated trigger, low profile rear sights, and loaded chamber indicator alone are worth it. Only "down side would be no rail on PCR but as you said not needed for a EDC.- Signed, Day Late and Dollar Short!
Thanks for sharing... I am considering buying and carrying the PCR.
+Cliff Warren Thanks for watching and you will no doubt enjoy the PCR if you choose it.
Great review on both. A very long time ago, I was on the fence which one to buy before, but after several consideration, I ended buying the big daddy 75 B. I am not carrying it but it will be my bedside arm. I got the RAMI for carry though.
Great video. Been a Glock guy for years but bought a HK45C and love the decocker option. CZ has a great reputation for quality guns. Thanks
I love my PCR! :D
Edit:I sold my PCR to a bud of mine for a really good price. I couldn't stand the serrated trigger. Just ordered a P01 yesterday. 😁
I love shooting my P-01 steel frame and originally bought it with the intention of carrying it. Its such a soft shooter but it is quite heavy for a carry pistol at over 2 lbs. Now I'm looking at this PCR since its lighter weight. I don't love CZ decockers (Beretta's have the best decockers IMO) but I think it fits my needs just right. Thanks for sharing the differences between the P-01 vs PCR . Great video👍👍
I’ll buy your steel frame p01
@@WarlockNoir definitely not selling my CZ unicorn
@@pdog305301 you’re a wise man
Another excellent review Austin.
APCR in my collection would be amazing but I'd have to sell some pistols at this point to make room for one. LOL I have the P-01 and SP-01 and love them both but I wish I could have gotten my hands on a PCR when I found the P-01.The PCR would be a better carry pistol and that is really why I bought the P-01 but the reasons you mentioned and the long pistol grip have made me shelf that Idea for now. Maybe in 16 a PCR will make its way into the safe.
Oh, my P-01 is a 2015 and the magazine plate still has the rubber bottom.
Thanks again for a great comparison.
+pinkiewerewolf Thank you very much for the kind words, glad you liked the video. I understand about having to make room, my wife keeps asking why I buy so many CZs :-). I do like the PCR as a carry gun, it has been great for me but the P-01 is definitely suitable for carry as well! I hope you find a PCR soon and I appreciate the info on the mag plate as I wasn't sure on that. Thanks again!
I love my PCR that was redone by Cajun Gun Works. Added Matrix Lok grips and it is awesome to hold and shoot.
Great Vid and AGREED the CZ PCR is the ultimate carry!! to me 2nd to none.
Been carrying my full-size for a while now. Surprisingly comfy for the size but as of late I've been thinking about picking up a Rami the only detractor is the blocky grip and I love the grip contour of the steel frame guns
Got those aluminum grips for my 75D PCR after I saw your review. Liked the original rubber contoured ones, but created a bit of a stretch for my trigger finger with the bigger palm swell. New thinner aluminum ones thins out the grip and makes the gun look awesome (as if it needed to look better than it already did!) Thanks for the video, lovin' my CZ even more.
+The Weekly Sticky Congrats on the new grips, glad they work well for you, I'm loving mine as well!
+The Weekly Sticky I have the aluminum grips for improved trigger control and I also had the trigger reduction kit added. Small hands. The two together made for a clean trigger pull.
+LeRoy where'd you get the trigger reduction kit done? how much if you don't mind me asking? thanks!
+The Weekly Sticky Bought the kit from Cajun Gun Works. It has everything but the trigger pin which is an extra $13. I bought the sights too - the one's for "old" people eyes.. :). A trusted gunsmith changed out the sights and put in the Reduction Kit for $50. Been an expensive venture tuning the PCR to my needs but well worth it.
really wanted the 75 compact but thinking on just going with the P01, its just as nice
Alex You will enjoy either one about the same my friend.
I have the pcr and the big brother sp01. Love both of them. I also have the cadet kit for 22 long rifle that fits on both of them.
Thank you for making this video. It was very informative and well presented.
Just love both of these! Own them both and love them both! Nice review
Picked up a PCR in July...had no idea how hard it is to find this gun when I bought it. Glad I bought it.
And it is awesome. For edc, it's either the PCR or one of many G19s.
i lucked out also when to a local gs and they had one and bought it with question.
Have a P01 and I found a really good deal on the PCR, but lost it because it took me a while to think about the redundancy of having both. Kind of regret not picking it up sooner...
I agree, I feel the CZ 75D PCR is the perfect carry gun for me. My CZ P-09 Suppressor Ready is my house gun, and I run a Rugged Obsidian 9 in short configuration on it.
Another good thing about both of these pistols is they both can use any full size CZ 75 magazines , 10 , 14 , 16 , 17 rds. I don't CCW but I do prefer the PCR myself.
I have the pcr and i got the blacked out combat rear site and fiber optic front sight for the cz pro site, the rear site goes all the way to the back of the gun. great gun.
+Kenny Keith the web site is czcustom and the stuff i got -
Fiber Optic Rod 1.5mm 6" Green
101611$3.00$3.00CZ Fiber Optic Front Sight 1.5 x 6.5mm (3.1mm Blade)
100871$35.00$35.00CZ 75 Tactical Rear Sight Standard Dovetail
101001$45.00$45.00CZ Front Sight Roll Pin Punch
303021$7.50$7.50CZ 75 Front Sight Pin
100911$4.00$4.00Front Sight Drill
303081$1.50$1.50Subtotal:$96.00Shipping & Handling:$9.30Tax:$0.00Order Total:$105.3
PCR is a great gun. It was my first handgun a few years ago. I like the looks and feel of the original steel 75 Compact better, so that's what I still have.
I opted for the 75 Compact. I carry it in Condition 1, so never have to fire it in the imprecise DA mode.
Thanks for the review. One thing I wold do is use black screws on your new grips.
Screw matches the trigger, i like it.
@@DWN22 these grips use Phillips head screws? WTF? That's so janky.
Charles J Gartner I have a habit of sticking to whatever the manufacturer originally used. Sometimes aftermarket stuff will really ‘screw’ with functionality. I’ll see myself out.
@@DWN22 ahhhh, ya, sorry if it came off as something against you. I was just surprised that the manufacturer used phillips screws. Seems weird. Like woodshop screws lol.
Charles J Gartner Lol naw I didn’t take it as such, no worries.
I have a good friend who was a NYC Arsen Investigator. His issued weapon was a Glock 19. But his personal choice gun is a CZ 9mm. We worked as the Udvar Hazy National Air&Space Center as part of the original security team when they 1st opened. Our on the job weapons were 38's but most of us had our conceal carry permits his was CZ . For me its Beretta or Sig
Thanks for Your answer. That it does not. However If I do carry it, It would be in the decocked position, with a round in, and I think that would serve as the loaded chamber indicator for my use. Not that I would treat fire arm as empty. Thanks again Nice video.
Those are both beautiful.
Very nice video. I've been watching CZ videos. Plan on getting one to be my EDC. I was thinking my choice was between the P07 and the P01, but I can see how the P75D PCR would be better for me than the 01. (I have no desire for a light or laser either. Going to put a red dot on it.) So, thanks for the insights!
I have the P01 Omega. Thing is a work of art. So beautiful and dependable. CZ makes the best firearms except for maybe Sig!!!
PCR is so unique. Must have and Love mine. P-01 is nice to have.
Thank you I was in the gun store looking at a pcr toda didn’t get it because I thought I wanted the po1 but it’s gonna be my ccw so I’m going to get that pcr tomorrow morning.
outstanding presentation! I'm looking hard at the CZ PCR right now. They're expensive as hell and difficult to locate. Local gun shop wants $620 !!
@MVia
for a PCR, yes. I just recently traded it for a Winchester 9422 XTR
I own a P-01 and love it, love CZ, but I'm not a fanboy.
That said, I really, really like the PCR. Hell even the standard compact is awesome.
Thanks for the helpful comparison.
Bro five years later, video comes in clutch 🙌🏼
Hey, I’m thinking about buying this as my first handgun. Is it still a good gun to this day?
@@yuro3501 shoots like a dream especially broken in, I’m selling mine now only because it ended up being too big to be my every day CCW so I carry the sig p365
@@BCOLLOT928 Yeah, I’m not a guy that’s crazy into collecting guns, but for some reason as soon as I saw the PCR I’ve been obsessed just watching every single video I can find on it. I’m really looking forward to purchasing this gun.
Thanks for the comparison video, I used your video to make my decision---PCR!!!
Nice review. I have been thinking about getting a PCR.
Romans 6two3 Get it brother , you will not regret it.
Nice thorough review. Still a hard choice!
Always nice to have a rail as an option, you don’t have to use it buts it there if you need it to be
Thanks for the showing the mags, picked up an old 14rnd shaped like the p01 mag but with a steel baseplate. Think it’s some type of intermediate or an aftermarket plate.
CZ my favorite! Incredible pistols!
Point of information: have a CZ PCR that I purchased two years ago at this writing. It was stock and has the smooth, non-serrated trigger surface. Just a word to those who prefer the serrations to verify before purchasing.
This comparison has changed my mind about a CZ purchase. I will stop looking for the P01 now which seems to be sold out every where any way.
Janice Anmary pcr is more rarebu idiot
Let me state upfront I have a bias having recently picked up the P-01 myself. What you see as a disadvantage on the P-01 I see as an advantage. You can one-arm rack the slide with the P-01 if you had to catching the rear sight on your belt which you can't do with the Novak style rear sight on the PCR. Also the rail gives you the option of clipping on a light for home defense in the dark. Easy enough fix to adjust the rear sight (however you like them) with aftermarket sights. Another advantage to buying a popular brand like CZ, Customization is possible.
I love my po-1 as you can see
I’ve got almost 6000 rounds through a stock P-01. Even with total disassembly, cleaning and polishing , the trigger with the de cocker is not as smooth as my SP-01 out of the box. I carry it often, with upgraded sights from CGW and LOK grips, even then , it takes a lot of practice to fire with accuracy. I would be interested to see if the PCR trigger is smoother because of the lack of a decocker lever in the sear cage.
Awesome video, I'm struggling right now trying to deiced between these two or possibly the RAMI. I currently use a Glock 19 as my carry gun but thought i'd try something else, after all, one can never have too many options right?! Anyways, awesome video again, it helped a lot.
Thank you, good stuff.
The rear sight on the newer Omega guns are very similar to those on your pcr but the Omega sight extends to the hammer channel.
Have them both. Love the. Great shooters.
Nice guns. They are still coming with the rubber base plates but I prefer the more flush Mecgar mags.
I want one badly. Leaning towards the PCR for new edc to rotate with my G43X.
Seriously... I just watched this video and I am so glad that I did. I just knew that the P-01 was the gun that I wanted. And I am sure that I would have been very happy with it. But if I would have found out about the PCR afterwards (Like i almost did cuz I was ready to buy this gun today but it was late in the day so i am going on Saturday) I would have either had some regret or more than likely found a reason to buy that gun too haha. Thanks a lot. Great Video!
LOL - to imagine anyone ever buying a P-01 and regretting it is kind of beyond my imagination - which is quite robust. : )
@@ronmitchell859 you're right. After getting my PC's I'm still thinking about. A P-01 for a secondary home Defense pistol. I don't want a rail on a carry him but a night stand gun is a different story.
@@KennyKenKin My night stand gun is a P-01, and I sleep well! : )
I had the choice between the two... I picked the P01 since it came in a rare OD Green color and it has the NSN stamp in it (Nato stamp of approval) im picking it up this Friday..... i think ill eventually pick a PCR too... well see... i already have two CZ97B and a P10F
Informative and helpful! Thank you.
You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.
Love the PCR too just wish there was a way to put a light on it. I need to be able to identify a target in a lighting situation.
Get the P01 lol
Great video. Thanks
Nice CZ's! I just order me a CZ P07. I needed a companion for my CZ 75B :-)
+PRVeteran Thanks! You will definitely enjoy the P07 :-)
Fully agree with every point you made. Ultimate carry gun 👌🏼
Great video, good comparison
thanks for the reply. going to purchase those grips. = subscribed
Not a problem, thank you!
I know my next carry gun.....thanks for the video.....
Hey great video, I do have a question the PCR looked a little shorter are they the same barrel size? Any accuracy differences between the two if them?
Very informative. I’m stuck between these 2, leaning towards P-01 . The PCR slim profile slide release is hard for smaller shooters to grab with their thumb I’ve heard. Any experience with that?
Great review, thanks. Where can I find the serrated trigger for the PCR? Thanks.
dude i recently bought a sp-01 tactical with threaded barrel for home defense. I currently carry a walther pps m2. I now want to carry the pcr. thanks for making a great video
Aaron Waller Congrats on the SP-01!
I have the P09 for home/range and cold weather carry and got the PCR to replace my PX4 Storm Compact for IWB carry and use my PPS for hot weather carry. The best of all three worlds
and now i have a pcr. aluminum grips. wasn't aware at the time but how about that pro tek 1 or 2? very nice. or the sdp custom?
oh ...$1200 maybe later lol
I don't personally own a pro tek but everything I have read on them makes me want one very much!
I'm hella jealous. I'm in love with the P-01, now I'm cheating with the PCR.
I have both and prefer the PCR over the P01.
Excellent comparison! Your experience with the P-01 gave you (and us) a valuable perspective on the PCR.
Great job, THANKS !
Both are excellent choices and my question is do you know if the slides are interchangeable with each other?
I bought a P01 within the last 6 months and it came with a rubber bumper on the bottom of the magazine.
great video. thinking of picking one up $549 at turner's outdoorsman. How is the weight fully loaded?
I am torn between two loves..i just love them both.
I wish some gunstores will open with some promo...buy one take one.
love my pcr
excellent guns. i rented P01 at the range. I lost faith in my sig p229 elite. It broke after about 2500 rounds within 4 months of ownership. Broken: mag release spring, trigger bar, and safety indicator.
@Austin B Thank you for another nice review. I own the PCR, and love it. Mine has a black trigger. Most of the PCR's that I've seen have the stainless looking trigger. Would you be able to tell me the difference?
I had a cz75 B really good guns.
Great vid , awesome gun, where can I get one?
I have a PCR fully cajunized with a nickel boron slide and a Pro-Tek ll from CZ custom 2 fantastic pistols My Pro Tek is on the PCR frame
can you tell me if they replaced the plastic guide rod with a metal one? I see conflicting reviews on that mod.
Both awesome ❤️