I'm thinking of selling my CZ 75 to fund a BHP- talk me in or out of it.

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I'm considering selling my CZ 75B to fund a BHP or trading if I get a good deal.

I love the CZ. It is near 100% reliable, quite accurate, and it has incredible ergonomics. If I do sell/trade it I'll probably replace it later.

However, I am somewhat limited on discretionary funds right now and I'm thinking I'd rather have a HP than the CZ. I can't afford a gun at that price point without selling/trading something else. If I did that it seems the CZ would be the most natural candidate since the CZ seems patterned after the HP as the ergonomics are very close. Also, the CZ is my only high-cap 9mm so it would be high-cap 9 for high-cap 9.

The other option is there is a (or was a, last I saw) FEG HP at a local dealer for $299 (or was it $399 :confused:, I can't remember for sure). I could probably do that within my next couple paychecks without selling/trading.

Anyway, I need pushed either way, I'm see-sawing between the sell/trade or wait options (the FEG is more a long shot as it seemed a bit much for an FEG, there were other guns I'd probably get 1st if I went that way). I would love some input.
 
If you go HP, definitely get a FN or Browning gun.

The HP is much easier to CCW than the CZ. Capacity is within 1 round with the right mags (MecGar BHP mags hold 15 reliably; some full size CZ mags hold 16).
 
In my opinion this is like robbing Peter to pay Paul. If you have a 100% reliable firearm you should hold onto it, especially if the mission is the same for your potential replacement.

If you must buy a HP, I strongly suggest waiting until you can afford to buy it without trading your CZ in. You will not regret buying a HP, but you will regret selling your CZ, as you suspect.

Find a reason for holding onto your CZ. If you feel stupid about owning two hi-cap 9mm autos, call your future HP your preferred CCW and your CZ your SHTF pistol.

Then, all you need is your boondocking pistol, your local law enforcement parity pistol, your deep cover pistol, your mandatory .45 caliber pistol, your hunting pistol...
 
I generally shy away from selling guns I like.

Sounds like your CZ is a good piece - I'd save and get a BHP without selling the other, if you can.
 
They're similar guns, can often use the same holsters. The HP trigger won't likely be as good out of the box, if bought new, but can be tuned to very nice. So can the 75B.

In my experience, they're about equally accurate, and both fit the hand and point well.

I've got both. Both of mine have had a little work done to them and are well-tuned, fine guns. (Actually I've got a '68 BHP, a 75 Compact, an 85 Combat, a 75B SDA, and some clones.)

I'm not sure I'd sell the 75B to get an HP. I think I'd keep the 75B and save up for the HP.
 
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The FEG could make a useful ''transition'' piece - it ain't a BHP but it is IMO a fair clone. Mine feels like a BHP - is as accurate and my only real reservation would be over longevity. I do not hammer mine - it is there for occasional fun and I'd still in its near new condition still - be happy to use it for carry. For total spoiling of self, then I'd shoot the BHPPractical - a true BHP thru and thru!

Indeed - try and postpone a sale of CZ - and save - and wait to get a BHP when you can.


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I think all of us have sold or traded pistols we really like for something in a greener pasture, only to regret it sooner than later. I'd keep the CZ and save for the BHP. The BHP will always be worth fair market. You won't get what the CZ is worth. I've got both and they are my favorite guns. Hell if it wasn't for my screen name I'd get rid of my last 1911 and get a Sig 220 or a CZ 97B. Heck I may do it anyway?
 
I always think of CZs as "keeper" guns but if you must sell, a BHP is a good replacement. Have to thought about getting an Arcus instead? Perhaps this would allow you to keep both guns.
 
Never sell anything you love (unless you must sell to feed you & your family). You're better off saving over time. Maybe save a few hundred up, then start looking. When you find one, see if the dealer will do layaway without drawing blood.

I think you'd be heading for trouble "settling" for anything less than what you want. If you've made up your mind that you want a Hi-Power, you'll quickly grow tired of the FEG (it's the same, but it's not). FWIW, I have an FEG Hi-Power clone and I like it very much. I also have an Arcus-94 (kinda, sorta Hi-Power clone). Browning HP Practical remains on my acquire list. Someday I'll find one that fits with my budget and in excellent condition. I have the patience b/c it's not something I'm burning for, just something I'd like to have.
 
Based on your post, I would keep the CZ and wait a while to pick up a BHP. I don't really see a problem with having two high-cap 9mm pistols since they are relatively inexpensive to feed and you also suggested that you might pick up another one down the road if you do sell the CZ so why not simply hold on to the one you have?

Waiting for the BHP will just make it that much more rewarding when you finally do get it ;) .
 
I learned the hard way to never sell a gun you like to buy a gun you want ... you will regret it.

Better to keep the CZ, save a while longer and buy a BHP sometime down the road.

There is nothing more expensive then regret.
 
For the love of God man, do it. You wont be disappointed. I just wish I could shoot my BHP better. :D
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Run to the phone tomorrow and call cdnninvestments.com They still have FN made Hi Powers without the Browning rollmark for $399.00. You can have your cake and eat it too. I bought two of them, three really, and they are very very nice, same as the Browning, just better because they are cheaper!

Deez.
 
Don't do it man. I would do as others here have suggested and save your money. You will probably regret trading the CZ. I have learned this the hard way over the years and now never get rid of the guns I like. Sometimes this means having to save for a while but it sure it nice to open the safe and see so many good friends. Be safe.
 
chaim, I also think you should save and buy your HP from CDNN or whatever source, but without selling your CZ. You would definitely regret selling it, and you would only pay even more to replace it later. I want a Hi-Power myself, but I won't sell my CZ 75B to get it.
 
You know, it is funny, until I got the CZ I never would have thought about getting a HP. I knew they were good guns but I just wasn't into them. Then I shot someone's FEG a few years ago and saw/felt how good they felt, and after a couple years of CZ ownership with the similar ergonomics and looks, that budding interest really solidified and now I've been really wanting a HP for around 2 years now.

In answer to some of the comments, I know I would miss the CZ (I love that gun), but if I like the HP enough (and I'm sure I would) that would be tempered by the knowlege that the sacrifice of my CZ allowed me to get the HP. I wouldn't consider this for any other gun but a HP (I love 1911s, probably more than CZs depending upon my mood, but they aren't similar enough for me to consider such a move for a 1911).

It isn't so much that I have to have a "real" FN or Browning HP that I don't want the FEG. It is that I'm not crazy about that nearly purple bluing (at least on the one in the shop) and the price isn't that good (if I got it I'd probably have to send it out for rebluing or some custom finish). I would certainly consider a FM and I'd love a Charles Daly (basically the FEG with a nicer finish and with the Ashley sights which would make it an incredible defensive gun). In fact, when I get an FN/Browning it will be used (none of my money goes to French or Belgian factories).

There actually is a used FN HP in MD at a decent price on this board right now that I may consider. I just have to wait for either my tax return or the bonus at work that is coming the end of this month or the beginning of next (though I have no clue how big the bonus will be- it could be as little as $100-200 up to close to $1K) and I might be able to get that one. I will wait until the end of April and if the bonus is enough, and if that gun is still available, the owner will be getting a PM from me to go shooting.

As for CDNN, I'd love to use them, but I am under the impression that they don't sell to MD anymore due to MD gun laws. Even though the shell casing and lock laws wouldn't effect most of their used guns, I'm under the impression that they simply have frozen gun sales in MD to avoid having to keep up with MD's laws.

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More thinking out loud---
Maybe I'll see what they'll give me for my Bersa Thunder .380 and trade it on the FEG? That might bring the price down enough to cover one of the less expensive custom finishes.
 
Until I bought my CZ75B the only other full sized 9mm I ever really liked was an old BHP. The HP was a freinds. Truthfully though as much as loved that old HP the CZ was just that much nicer. But that is just my opinion and I reckon you have probably already heard what they say about those.

I have since traded my CZ. I jsut don't have any real use for a full sized 9mm.
Again that is just my opinion and it isn't intended to offend.

I would keep the CZ75 if it were me. I would also stay away from the FEGs, based on feedback from 3 ex-owners I know. I have only handled an FEG at a show. I wasn't particularly impressed with it as a whole either.

Ulimately you will be the one who has to live with the descision and possibly regret bay making your proposed trade.

Hell I have been regretting somewhat, my trading of my CZ.
 
I love the CZ. It is near 100% reliable, quite accurate, and it has incredible ergonomics. If I do sell/trade it I'll probably replace it later
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Don't do it. Don't sell a gun you know you really like for a gun you think you might like. Hang onto the CZ. They'll still be Highpowers around when you have the cash for one.
 
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