CZ PO1 convert omega

[Tinman]

I was at the local gun store and saw this on the shelf. Looks nice and feels great. I find out later that this pistol was discontinued in January of 2023. Anybody have any experience with this pistol? Should I be concerned that it has been discontinued?

 

[lrick]

I believe it was only the Omega variant that has been discontinued. The P-01 itself is still in production and likely will be for a long time. It's a NATO-approved pistol and a common service pistol in European countries.

It shares the Omega trigger, safety/decocker system with the P-07, P-09, which are both still in production. I'm not sure if all the parts are completely interchangeable, but some may be. So parts availability may not be a problem.

I have read some people have had some issue with decocker walk - the decocker lever can pop out under the right conditions, usually an FTE, but I'm not totally convinced that isn't partially due to user error, ie failure to clean/inspect, running hot or cheap ammo, etc. But otherwise it is very dependable and tested.

Glad you posted this, I'll be squirreling away some parts just in case. I like mine too much to get rid of it.

 

[Tinman]

Is it a good carry gun? Comfortable and not to heavy?

 

[lrick]

Is it a good carry gun? Comfortable and not to heavy?

It's aluminum framed, comes in about 28 oz., so not as light as a polymer gun but doable with the right clothing and gear (belt, holster). Double stack, so a bit thicker. You did handle it right?

Kind of subjective questions, depends what you consider too heavy & comfy, how you carry, your frame, etc. If you're after a lightweight slim EDC, especially one that will suit you in summertime you may want something else.

On the other hand, if you want a gun that feels great, shoots great that you'll take to the range and makes a good house gun, then you may want this one. YMMV.

I have carried mine, but it is not my EDC.

 

[Tinman]

I did handle it. Feels great. I am 6’2” about 235. Always carry OWB. Feels like it would be a good one. Thanks for the info.

 

[Drinkthekoolaid]

I've shot one before and it was very nice. If I was looking for a metal hammer fired it would be in my consideration.

 

[lrick]

I did handle it. Feels great. I am 6’2” about 235. Always carry OWB. Feels like it would be a good one. Thanks for the info.

Glad to help. If you really like it and think you want it, then your concern about it being discontinued may be that this is your best chance to get one....they don't show up in shops that often.

I'll toss a little more info at ya.

Justholsterit.com is a good source for holsters. They have a wide array of holster styles that accommodate a lot of weapon-mounted accessories.

Not optics ready - If you want optics for it, you will have to get it milled. I think there may be mounting plates that use the rear sight dovetail, but I consider that a janky solution. Not as tight and the optic sits higher.

Not sure if you triggered it, but the trigger can be hit or miss for some people. Lots of options for improving the trigger, Cajun Guns Works is the most popular. Dig a bit and you'll find the CZ community is pretty robust, people that own them love them.

Good hunting!

 

[lrick]

Forgot to ask...what was the asking price on the one you saw?

 

[Tinman]

Thanks for your help. $649.91

 

[lrick]

Decent price, mine was about 100 more.