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CZ 85

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CZ 85
TypeDouble-action Semi-automatic pistol
Place of originCzech Republic
Production history
ManufacturerČeská Zbrojovka
Produced1986-2016
VariantsCZ 85B
Specifications
Mass2.21 lb (1.00 kg)
Length8.11 in (206 mm)
Barrel length4.61 in (117 mm)

Cartridge
Barrels1
Feed system
  • 16-round magazine (9mm Parabellum)
  • 10-round magazine (.40 S&W)

The CZ 85 is a double-action semi-automatic pistol based on the CZ 75[1] formerly manufactured in Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic) by Česká Zbrojovka.

Description

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The CZ 85 is an updated version of the CZ 75, with slight changes made to internal parts to increase reliability. It has an ambidextrous safety switch and slide stop, making the pistol suitable for both right- and left-handed shooters. CZ weapons are known for their long service life and high reliability while using various types of cartridges.[1]

The CZ 85 was developed because the CZ 75 had no patents protecting the design, and the CZ 75 was copied in other countries with unlicensed versions.

The CZ 85B is an up-to-date version with a firing pin block safety, squared off trigger guard, a ring hammer, and tri-dot sights. It is available in 9×19mm and .40 S&W calibers. The 9mm magazines hold 16 rounds and the .40 magazines hold 10.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b The Complete Encyclopedia of Pistols and Revolvers, A.E. Hartink, page 108
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