CZ Shadow 2 VS Beretta 92X Performance - TheFirearmGuy
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- CZ Shadow 2 VS Beretta 92X Performance. Both of these handguns are among the finest 9mm pistols in the market. The CZ Shadow 2 is commonly known as a smooth and accurate handgun. The Beretta 92X, based off the Beretta M9 series, takes it's performance to the max and competes well with the CZ Shadow 2. Which one do you feel is a better handgun?
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The only thing that makes sense would be to buy them Both! 😊
My thoughts exactly
😂😂😂👍🇺🇸
Lol yup, I already did, both very cool
Add the Beretta92X Performance defense
i'd rather buy 2 shadow 2's lol: one in 9mm & one in 40sw
I own the 92X Performance and the Shadow 2 is the next gun to add to the collection. This will be CZ #8 so I am a little biased to CZ pistols, but the Beretta is a BEAST and very accurate. Another great review Dan, appreciate what you do Sir.
I got them both for about a year now. I've been meaning to make a comparison and unboxing video of the two but you beat me to it. 😁 Anyway, both of them are absolutely great handguns! Both have a great quality. It's really hard to choose between the two, unless one is a diehard CZ or Beretta fan. The way I see, only way to make the right decision would be to own them both. 😊 However, they're not cheap by any means. Therefore, either way you go you won't be disappointed. Great content! 👍
That’s exactly where I netted out
I'm in love with it. Very accurate, history proven reliability keeps proving itself with other competitive handguns and at a reasonable price. Not to high and not to cheap.
Two great looking handguns, and another awesome review!! Thanks for everything you do for the gun community. Stay safe and God bless!!!
Thanks so much brother. God bless
I have my Beretta 96 with a 92 FS barrel and .22LR Conversion. 1-gun, 3-calibers; Love it!!!
I like that idea
Awesome review, love them both! The Shadow 2 with those blue grips is gorgeous. I am partial to the Beretta line and have a stock pile of the magazines. I think I just need to buy them both… 😉
Much appreciated USMC
Were about to finally get some sleep after a very long and tiring weekend... But. Then I noticed this Beretta vs CZ video had come out..😁😁 No rest til the end of video!
Awesome TFG video once again! Thank You😊👍
Thanks so much Bror
I've been excited to see this video since your live chat with SmashTime- which was awesome! This was a great comparison video. As always, I'd give it a 2 thumbs up if I could!
I really appreciate that Misty
Dan you have all the best stuff. I’m really interested in the CZ. Great video.
Much appreciated Jay
An excellent comparison. Thanks.
As always a very nice assessment. Ty
Much appreciated Jim
Great video Dan!
Hard not to be a fan of both of those pistols!
They are beautiful!
Agreed Robert
Good lord what a hard choice. Excellent presentation.
Dan, one of your "BEST" videos that you have made! @ awesome guns & like you say, "You can't go wrong with either one of them"! Did notice that the CZ seemed to have a slightly bigger opening for your finger on the trigger guard than the 92X. Waiting to see what you pull out of your hat for the next video! GOD Bless!
Thanks so much John. God bless
Now that is a head to head comparison of elite level pistols. These are what others have to look up to. Great video.
Thanks Daily
I have to say, I circled back to the 92X Performance because of your reviews of it. When I initially tracked one down at a shop to look at in early January 2021, the trigger was noticeably gritty and I felt disappointed. But after watching your reviews on it over the past few months, I decided to give it another look. I found one, by chance, in mid-August 2021 at a store, on a weekend getaway with my wife, and the trigger was noticeably better this time. I own a CZ Custom A01-LD and CZ Tac Sport 2 and the single action pull was comparable to both of them. It was so good, that I'm convinced it had the Langdon Tactical trigger tune. I couldn't pass it up and it came home with me. The next day, after a quick adjustment to the rear sight, I ran 200+ rounds through it on my range and was hitting targets at 40, 60 and 80 yards with a big smile on my face. Without your reviews of the 92X Performance, I probably would have never given it another look. Thank you for your great reviews, keep them up.
I love it man. So great to hear
TFG, great video. I have a lot of common ground with the content. I own the CZ Technical Sports Orange ($1800) & the 92X.
Must say, I'm faster and more accurate with the Orange, probably because it's another few hundred $ more than the 92X.
That saying, both are awesome. The 92X is on my nightstand, I trust my family to it.
The Orange is just more fun, not as practical. Hope that makes sense
Gorgeous guns Dan, I'm not sure if I would be able to choose one over the other either, looking forward to part 2 of this battle of the high end handguns. Hey have you seen the new Rock Island Armory Glock clone? It's got an alloy frame, looks pretty decent. Thanks as always for your vids.
Yes I saw it. Not sure I am interested
That Beretta is probably my dream gun.
It's amazing
It’s a dream for sure…. One of the nicest pistols I’ve ever shot.. I love mine!
Dan I agree both are fine firearms, must admit though I have been looking at getting a Shadow 2. Looking forward to more of your videos on both.
Thanks Daryl
Never shot a CZ but my beretta 92 is scary accurate. Either way nice review, keep up the good work 👍🏻. Love the channel!
I really appreciate that
I've never shot the CZ but the 92 Beretta is amazing! Thanks for a great video.
Thanks John
Great review
Thanks Mitch
Two beautiful guns Dan!
Thanks Venom
Went to the range today and compared the CZ Shadow2 Compact against my Beretta 92X. I have to give a slight edge to the Beretta at the range. Trigger was better for sure and about the only thing that stood out. Love Both!
These are both too expensive for me but at least they finally fixed the safety location on the 92x performance
Agreed A B
My Shadow II came with 3 magazines. Also, I think you failed to mention the extremely low bore axis due to the slide riding n the inside of the frame. Finally, for those of us with larger hands, the longer grip on the Shadow II helps in accuracy when shooting with better purchase on the pistol.
Thanks Jim
This is the best versus guns ever!!! Gotta buy both!!!
Much appreciated David
Very nice brother. I would love to own either one. I’m leaning towards the Beretta.
Good stuff Mike
I’m gonna pick up a CZ 75 TSO. Was a hard choice bettween that and shadow 2. Good video man !
I like the rolling lighter break on the CZ. Seems to help my accuracy, I think this is an impossible contest because both guns pretty much check all the boxes in this category.
Yup
I was going to get a shadow 2, but the Walther Q4 now has my attention the most.
Great pistol man
The CZ Shadow 2 was one of my first 2 pistols. It’s a solid choice for anyone’s collection. 🔥
Agreed bud
That Shadow 2 is outright beautiful.
No doubt bud
@matt james I checked out the CZ Shadow 2 at the gun range/gun store and the price range almost made me faint......lol
Needless to say I can't afford to buy it. Especially not now with the insane gun prices.
The Beretta looks incredible.
I bought the M9A3 and it too has a very nice smooth double action, relatively light, trigger compared to most DA/SA guns. I couldn't find the 92X Perf at the time I made my purchase since it had just come out.
The M9A3 is amazing
Very classy firearms. You have excellent taste sir
Thanks Aaron
I got the Beretta 92X Performance 2 weeks ago, she´s a beauty
Great video. I think this was your best one yet. I might be biased because I have both these. The Shadow 2 is urban grey and I have a couple hundred rounds through it. It’s Awesome.
I got the 92X performance after my wife sold her 92fs. I really shot that 92fs well. It took me a little while but I picked up the 92X performance a couple months ago. I haven’t given myself the chance to shoot it yet. This video really makes me want to get it out even more. When I do I’ll have them both to compare. Like you, I’m glad I have them both.
I look forward to your thoughts Kenny. Congrats on having both
Have you shot the 92x ? How does it compare to Cz
Funny! I had a Shadow 2 and very foolishly traded it for a Beretta 92FS Brigadier because I wanted something lighter. I have since switched to a 92X Performance which I've yet to try. Here in Australia we don't get the opportunity to try out different guns. It's a massive drawn out process to even get your hands on one once licensed (which is an even bigger process). Thanks for a very interesting video.
Great Matchup! The closest pair I own is CZ Tactical Sport Orange vs Beretta 92G Elite LTT
Great choices Silverback
Excellent video. I had a CZ clone and a 92fs. I know that formats. I found CZ very simple compared to the 92 format. Both very reliable. The Beretta never looks like a competition/race gun. That Shadow II looks like it would be more comfortable to shoot, especially if it mitigates recoil a bit better. The CZ gets at least one point over the 92 due to the mag base plates. Looks easier to strip out than those smooth Beretta mags.
Good stuff bud
One good thing Dan is you don't have to choose one because you own both.........A blessed man you are.👍👍
Yes, I sure am Lance
Haha he owns 1 of EVERYTHING !!! 😄
So I've been wanting to get a CZ-75 Shadow 2 the past 4 months, and as I previously stated in another video (can't remember), I had gotten a CZ-75 SP-01 Tactical Urban Grey after my father just paid straight cash (I think). Although I was happy with the SP-01, the CZ virus bit me! OUCH! So every month, my desire to find a Shadow 2 became larger and larger, but last week it was my UNCLE of all people who took me to Scheel's, a sporting goods store where today, we actually traded in his old SiG P226 DAK. We got a surprisingly good deal out of selling it, and today I got the CZ-75 Shadow 2 as my early Christmas present!
I'm just saying. The trigger on the Shadow 2 is literally the best trigger I've ever felt in my entire life... I've traded some 1911s with my father, and those all had very good triggers.. but there's something about the CZ one that just feels good! The take up is short, the trigger shape is comfortable, there's ZERO creep, and the break is the cleanest I've ever felt! The reset is also CRAZY short! Bore axis is low, ergonomics are second to none, and the fit and finish is the best I've seen! It's the first super high-end gun I've gotten, and I will never sell it!
Edit 1: I changed my mind drastically, I sold it and traded for a Langdon Beretta 92 and I don't think I can go back now.
TOP favorite VS battle so far WOW!!!!!! i want both but if i had to pick one for the looks 92x Performance........I think you might go with same choice bud !
Much appreciated Eddie
The 92X is on my list, only if found used sub $1k. I was in the Army when they were introduced and not a fan. But you video does help. My Shadow2 has evolved to SAO and about 2lbs trigger in the last 4 years. Great seeing you at Rider's Range, it's like a high end gun club.
Wow you nailed the Texas star in 5 shots!!!
Thanks brother. The Texas star was lucky
Man the M9s and especially the mags we were given in Afghanistan sucked. Turned me off to the Beretta 92 platform for the longest time until I shot a regular 92 during a range sessions years later. It was like night and day and I eventually got a standard 92x when Beretta released that. Wished I knew someone around me that has a 92X Performance to try. I simply can't justify dropping that much money on one just from dry firing and holding the pistol at my local gun store. Love the Shadow 2 though. That has been my go to pistol for competition and range days. Aside from the removable pin take down, I have zero complaints with it. Such a soft shooter and fun pistol to shoot. The trigger is heavenly and I love the grip texture.
@@JacksonWalter735 I saw the Wilson Combat 92 st the pawn shop for 775. I'll look for a Langley or Langdon Tactical 92 or this used 92 sub 1000
@@WheeledandWellArmed Wilson combat 92 for 775?!?! Man I would gladly pay that if I saw that in store. I live in the country side of South Carolina so it's usually a long trip out to the gun store, pawn shops, or sporting goods store. My luck whenever I do make the trip is usually bad and I don't ever find great deals unless it's online.
@@JacksonWalter735 Yes, I saw the Staccato P and didn't pick up or look at anything else.
Two awesome handguns my friend. I call it a tie on this one. Have a great day Dan. Tennessee
Thanks Jeff. You too
CZ makes quality products. You won't be disappointed. My Beretta 92FS is just so pleasant to shoot. It is my favorite autoloading, centerfire range gun.
Thanks, Dan!
Thanks Gary
My 92X is probably my most accurate pistol. With a LTT trigger job. Love my 226, it’s accurate as well. But just seem to shoot the Beretta a little better. A lot of IDPA shooters run the S2. Need to try one
Thanks bud
Fantastic review. Not a thing wrong with either of them. Can't go wrong.
Exactly David
Since both guns are made for competition, it would be nice to see how they compare with double taps and follow-up shots. The gun that gets back on target quicker wins.
I agree completely with all your comments in here these are two super high-end and find guns I have them both only my CZ is the single action only version with the blue trigger and blue aluminum grips. I think the trigger on that is a little bit better than the Beretta. The one thing I did for my Beretta that is the best upgrade you can do is get some lok grips and replace those polymer grips on there and man does that feel fantastic in your hand. Look into that you won’t be sorry when they have some lock rips it look really sweet on the silver pistol.
I'm definitely thinking about changing the grips. Thanks bud
@@TheFirearmGuy Is there anyway to send you a picture of my pistol with the grips on it?
I was surprised you did not mention the difference in the size of the slides. The Beretta has so much more to grip compared to the CZ. I would be interested in your thoughts on this topic. BTW, I own the CZ and love it. Thanks as always.
Thanks David
Both are great guns but if i had to make a choice i would pick the Beretta, awesome review Dan, thanks.
Thanks David
both are amazing!
I would have serius dificult to choose one.
Greatings from Brazil!!!
Thanks Osvaldo
that 92X has been on my serious list forever, but I’m saving for a Les Baer
Very cool man
In my opinion I would buy the 92x.I owned a les Baer premier ii tactical,it was ok not great.took forever to loosen up,a pain to take apart.for the same money you could get a Wilson combat acp.I paid 2200 for it and paid 2400 for the les!plus les has a few mim parts,Wilson doesn’t.or get the 92x
@@royyates1558 I wish I could get a Wilson in the $2200 price, Wilson has gone up in price. Did you carry the Les Baer? that’s my plan
@@gaybear5328 I bought mine on gunbroker brand new.it’s their cheapest gun they have only been making them around a year
There ya go again man, making me wish I had a Beretta like yours........ho hummmmmmmm. drooling lol
Haha thanks OldJohn
Love both. Get both.
Damn…tough call. I joined the USN in 1986 just after the transition from the 1911 to the M9 which is of course the Beretta 92. It’s the first handgun I ever fired, and Mel Gibson used one in Lethal Weapon. Which makes it more badass. So I have a natural predisposition for the Beretta. But that Shadow is one sexy MF and I own other CZ products so I know how well they are made. Tough call on this match
Great comment bud
I'm pretty sure the Shadow 2 has always included three 17 round magazines, not two. I bought my first one back in 2018 and my second one just recently.
Good stuff
Thanks bud
Great review, love my Shadow 2 but equal respect for the 92X.
Well said Jim
Fondled the beretta Monday morning. High end is right. Both are top shelf. Saw you were wearing some in ear plugs. Black or grey. I’m looking for a good pair to buy. What brand do you like? Do like the ones with the orange behind the neck thing. Would like some that you can hear people talking. Don’t have to be electronic. Rather them not be actually. Thx wolf man. Keep shooting the lights out..
My ear pro is Axil Ghost Stryke 2
Great review I have small hands I weigh a 125 pounds which gun would you recommend for me
Dan, the M9 was always just too big for my hand, can you tell me how the grip / trigger reach compares between the 92X and the M9 ?
I figured it was the same
Not sure about the 92x but the Army tailored m9A3 and M9A4 have adopted slimmer grip panels for smaller hands. While I haven't handled one reviewers have positive things to say. The grip size was the main reason I have shyed away from the Beretta the first time I held one.
I'd pick Beretta, though it's pretty close.
Thanks Chubby
The two 9ers that I've kept for many years now are my full size/steel CZ75B & the 92FS. Pound for pound the CZ75 is a much more reliable & accurate shooter. I'm considering flipping the Beretta 4A Walther 9mm, but I'll never sell my CZ75. I pick the Shadow over the 92X anyday. Thanx Dan!
Thanks Justin
Will you do a video on full sized 9mm pistols under $1000?
Exposed barrel vs non exposed.
When talking about keeping your pistol clean and prevent dirt from entering inside.
Is there any difference?
I wish I wasn't so poor or I'd get that Beretta. At some point I need to get a 92 to match up to my CX4.
Great video and comparison!
Thanks Christopher
Me personally I'm gonna go with what I know and I know the Beretta 92 (mine's the 92fs) I've never shot a CZ before so I can't give my opinion on it, another thing I didn't know about the CZ is it has a takedown pin to break the gun down just like some Ruger pistols which I absolutely hate, so if I had to choose one it would be Beretta 👍
Thanks Roger
My vote is for the Beretta. Such a beautiful gun
Thanks brother
Perfect timing. I was looking at a cz shadow 2 or the Tso. Have you ever shot a tso?
No sir but definitely want to
The TSO is what you want.
Interesting, even if they are 9mms. Love that, and all, CZ. The 92X looks a bit smaller/lighter (maybe the polymer grip makes it look a lighter weight). The Shadow 2 has more modern lines, looks smooth and easy to carry. Great vid, Ty. Keep'm coming!
Thanks Mark. I picked up a beauty today to rival both of these
What kind of grip does the CZ have?
@@TheFirearmGuy what u get ? I’m curious
little known "fact"
about the rear sight on the Beretta 92X
the material for the part
was sourced from
the rear spoiler of richerd pettys 1970 Plymouth superbird
Hilarious man
I love the sig x carry legion also the sig p365 x ‘macro best concealed pistol 17rd mags out the Box shoots great. But my next purchase will be the CZ shadow 2 orange I shot it at the local range an omg I must say it shot better than my staccato P 😮 I was shocked
Funny this video is up yesterday afternoon I handled the Beretta. It was at my local sports authority store..When I was roaming around. What I didn't like about the Beretta was the slide release was difficult because of the safety. You had to really manipulate the gun in order to get it to work otherwise beautiful pistol. I like the CZ though very nice gun all the way around
Much appreciated Stephen
Magnum research versus Beretta for the next video please and thanks TFG
Haha you got it
I love the beretta, what I didn’t like was the plastic grips and plastic recoil slide guide
Both also have tons of aftermarket options to really “soup them up”.
Good point Tom
That CZ grip puts you into a hypnotic trance ... 👁️👁️
Love both solid ..... 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Haha thanks L
My shadow 2 purchased October 2020 came with three seventeen round mags, a extended mag release, a cleaning rod and cleaning brush. My beretta 92x purchased in September 2020 is in for warranty service and they required me to pay overnight shipping to return to beretta usa, crazy business practice. There is a chance some day I may trade in my 92X for a 92X performance? At this time I am choosing cz, love my shadow 2. Also I own a beretta 92S Italian which has been a wonderful firearm since I purchased it in the mid 90’s.
Hope your 92X come back working great
I have no experience with CZ, but I do love shooting Beretta (which is one beautiful pistol). I would have to give the disassembly and assembly to the Beretta.
Agreed bud
Very nice pistols 👊😁
Thanks bud
Which one would you put a red dot on?
I love Beretta!
I own a 92fs so I'm a bit bias but has a guy said ,but both. Qualified with 92 for several years. High 90.both look great
Grrat comparison.
Very cool Eddy
I own a Shadow 2 orange and the 92x performance. Not getting rid of either anytime soon. 😃
Great to hear bud. Do you agree with my thoughts on both?
@@TheFirearmGuy I do. I think the double action is slightly better on the Beretta and the single action is slightly better on the CZ. Still, I'm keeping both!
Would you say on the sights if one was easier or quicker to get comfortable with over the other?
No sir. Both felt consistently great
Great guns. Can’t go wrong. I’d probably opt for the Beretta-but just barely.
Thanks Sean
I'm not a Beretta fan but you sure strike my interest in the performance 92. Would be hard to choose.
Both guns are off the chart for cool factor and quality. I believe much of the accuracy of the CZ design, is because of the barrel lug lock up design, which is similar or the same as the 1911.
Good stuff Jay
Two awsome pistol's! I wonder if the custom companies can even make them better. Langdon tactical did a 92x none performance one and the people who shot it say it was even better. CZ custom shop and Cajun gun works do an out standing job on the CZ pistol's. To light of a trigger pull just like a 1911 I would have to carry it cocked and locked. You have good taste my friend. Have a great day!
Well said brother. Thanks
I have the shadow 2 and it is my favorite handgun by far
Very cool C C
Hoping you could help sway me 1 way or the other. You only confirmed that I need both. OT here we come
Too funny David
"accuracy unmatched... both of them." I will only allow this to pass because it's TheFireArmGuy.
Is it disputable?
@@TheFirearmGuy It is a contradiction. If both are equally accurate, then their accuracy has in fact been matched (by each other). Sigh I was hoping for a laugh.
@@mhl2674 lol I got it
Both are great pistols.
Complimenti bella recensione.
2 of my favorite steel frame pistols. You can't go wrong with either one. Just wish they were cut for an optic.
Shadow 2 had an optic ready version.
Thanks Michael
I picked up a 92x Performance Defensive that is cut for an optic.