{"id":203987,"date":"2024-07-18T19:12:02","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T00:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=203987"},"modified":"2024-07-23T09:23:43","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T14:23:43","slug":"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\/","title":{"rendered":"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MIWiae6Rc1s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">1<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minute<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it was introduced some 8 years ago, the CZ Shadow 2 was immediately accepted. Those who compete, collect, carry for duty, and almost every other gun-lover in the marketplace loved it. And why not? The Shadow 2 is excellence incarnate in just about every measurable way. If there was one category in which this fine pistol was found wanting, it was that of the self-defense market \u2013 specifically concealed carry. Let\u2019s face it, the Shadow 2 at just about 47 ounces is a heavy handgun. That is one of the specs that draws competitors to it. But it&#8217;s not so great for sliding into the waistband for a day out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter the new CZ Shadow 2 Compact. For starters, it is way lighter than its full-sized sibling \u2013 tipping the scale at only 30 ounces. This is accomplished by whacking a full inch off the barrel and overall length of the gun \u2013 from a 4 \u00be\u201d barrel to 3 \u00be\u201d, and by making the frame from aluminum alloy instead of carbon steel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In virtually every other way, the Shadow 2 Compact is identical to its big brother. Of course, that doesn\u2019t mean much to you if you are not familiar with the original Shadow 2. Not to worry, that\u2019s what this review is for! Let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-the-legend-continues\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">The Legend Continues<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-shadow-2-compact-specs-and-numbers\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">Shadow 2 Compact Specs and Numbers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-a-smaller-cz-shadow\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">A Smaller CZ Shadow<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-oh-that-trigger\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">Oh, That Trigger!<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-red-dot-ready\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">Red Dot Ready?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-shooting-the-cz-shadow-2-compact\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">Shooting the CZ Shadow 2 Compact<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-cz-shadow-2-ergonomics\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">CZ Shadow 2 Ergonomics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-more-about-the-cz-shadow-2-trigger\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">More About the CZ Shadow 2 Trigger<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-about-recoil\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">What About Recoil?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-but-is-it-accurate\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">But Is It Accurate?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-thoughts-on-the-cz-shadow-2-compact\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" data-level=\"2\">Final Thoughts On the CZ Shadow 2 Compact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-legend-continues\">The Legend Continues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For starters, the CZ Shadow 2 is built on the tried-and-true design and action of the legendary CZ-75. It was specifically built to be the successor to the CZ-75 SP-01 Shadow. The \u201cinverted\u201d slide-to-frame fit is one of the most recognized elements of a CZ handgun. Rather than the slide rails traveling over the frame rails, like most other semi-auto handguns \u2013 the CZ design has the slide rails traveling inside the frame rails. The result is a sleeker and generally lower slide-to-frame fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another CZ trademark element is the grip angle \u2013 or should I say angles, because in the case of the Shadow 2 family the angle of grip changes about 2\/3 up from the bottom. This creates a visible \u201cdog leg\u201d shape to the backstrap that might look odd but feels great. The final touch there is the long upward curved beavertail.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"inverted slide-to-frame fit of the CZ-75 family\" class=\"wp-image-203990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-09.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The signature inverted slide-to-frame fit of the CZ-75 family keeps the bore low and the muzzle flip down.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Shadow 2 is a hammer-fired, double-action\/single-action handgun. The hammer has an exposed spur that is non-obtrusive and easy to manipulate by hand. This provides the user with some carry options. The pistol can be carried \u201ccocked and locked\u201d with the hammer back in full cock and the safety engaged, or it can be carried with the hammer down at full rest and safety off. The former mode gives the user a single-action trigger for every shot. The latter provides a double-action first shot with each subsequent shot being single-action. There is also a hammer \u2018safety\u2019 position, which is a partial (about \u00bc) cock position that allows the safety to be engaged and leaves the trigger in double-action mode. This is the ideal condition for carrying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shadow-2-compact-specs-and-numbers\">Shadow 2 Compact Specs and Numbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The manual safety on the Shadow 2 Compact is ambidextrous, with the \u201cfire\u201d position downward in the most popular configuration (and therefore the most intuitive). A bright red dot on both sides is exposed when the safety is off. I try to just remember \u201cred for ready\u201d. The safety levers are frame-mounted and fairly flat to the frame. Swiping the safety on or off is not always easy, depending on your hand size and where your thumb hits it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no tactile feedback or any audible click, so this is a motion where repetitive practice would be encouraged. The full-sized Shadow 2 came with an optional left-side safety lever with a nice-sized thumb shelf\/rest, but of course, that would be a snagging consideration and likely a comfort issue on a carry gun. The safety gives you a dead trigger and blocks the hammer, but there is not a hammer-drop function.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Compact hammer and safety\" class=\"wp-image-203991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-33.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Shadow 2 Compact can be carried with the hammer in several modes based on user preference. The ideal condition is partial cock, safety on, and double-action pull.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>And speaking of dropping the hammer, you\u2019ll want to do that a lot with the Shadow 2 Compact! I was hoping to finish the specs before (spoiler alert) saying this \u2013 but this gun is not just a shooter\u2026 it\u2019s a FUN shooter! Okay, sorry. Back to some tech talk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-smaller-cz-shadow\">A Smaller CZ Shadow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shadow 2 Compact stands 5.4 inches tall, which puts it near the upper limit of \u201cconcealable\u201d for me and most folks, since this is the dimension that will cause printing inside your cover garment. Wearing it in a holster with some forward cant will greatly help. The gun is 7.5 inches long overall, with only about 2 \u00bd inches of that being \u201cabove the holster\u201d. The width of the pistol is just under 1.4 inches at the widest point. It won\u2019t disappear into your waist like a 1-inch wide micro nine does, but it is well within tolerances for most people. The gun comes with two 15-round magazines and is capable of accepting full-sized Shadow 2 magazines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-oh-that-trigger\">Oh, That Trigger!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I measured the trigger pull after my range work, allowing the moving parts on the new gun to wear in for a few hundred rounds. The double-action pull was 10 lbs. almost exactly and the single-action was 4 lbs., 3 oz. More important than the number on the scale is the feel of the trigger \u2013 which is buttery smooth in DA or SA with a crisp break and a nice short reset.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"CZ Shadow 2 Compact trigger and magazine release\" class=\"wp-image-203992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-20.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The smooth-faced trigger and adjustable magazine release are user favorites.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The aluminum alloy frame of the Compact is adorned with a beautiful set of aluminum grip panels with excellent texture. They have a soft blue hue and checkering that is both attractive and effective. The \u201cShadow 2\u201d insignia is engraved into both panels, to make sure your range buddies know you\u2019ve got the goods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Atop the slide sits a set of top-quality sights. The rear sight is adjustable for elevation and windage. It\u2019s a wedge design that would probably not offer a tactical slide-rack edge, but I love the fairly high rear plate with the blackout and serrated style. Out front, the sight is a red fiber optic tube sitting in a thin blade. It gathers light very effectively and provides a nice compromise between combat and target sight picture. Between those sights is a wide serrated track that helps prevent glare to the shooter\u2019s eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-red-dot-ready\">Red Dot Ready?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Shadow 2 Compact is optics-ready. Mostly. As comedian Jeff Foxworthy might say, it\u2019s \u201c<em>fixin\u2019 to be ready\u201d.<\/em> The slide is pre-cut, and the removal of two screws takes off the steel cover and exposes the mount. Adapter plates are not included with the gun, however. To obtain the adapter needed for your desired red-dot optic you can go to <em>CZUSA.com<\/em> and search by pistol (Shadow 2) and footprint (RMR or DPP). Supplies can be spotty as demand is high, but other good options are <em>CZ-Parts<\/em> and <em>Cajun Gun Works<\/em>. As of this writing, the plates for the Shadow 2 are priced at around $67 each.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"CZ Shadow 2 Compact optics cut with cover removed\" class=\"wp-image-203993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-27.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The removable optics-cut cover is also the mount for the rear sight. Adapter plates for RMR and DPP footprints are available.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Internet search engine is your friend and you may find other good sources too. With the removal of the cover plate, the rear sight is also removed. This is not my favorite design, as it eliminates the ability to co-witness with iron sights or more importantly have them as a backup. However, some modern red dots do provide a rear notch or mark that can be used in conjunction with the front sight in a pinch. I can understand why it was done this way, as there isn\u2019t much real estate to mount a fully adjustable sight behind the plate and keep things snag-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shooting-the-cz-shadow-2-compact\">Shooting the CZ Shadow 2 Compact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of my time is spent behind a camera or taking measurements with calipers or scales, but the real story unfolds when I get behind the trigger. As with any manually operated machine, when it comes to a handgun I want to know how reliably and efficiently it operates \u2013 does it do what is expected of it \u2013 and is the interface with the operator as good as it could be.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Author shooting the CZ Shadow 2 Compact\" class=\"wp-image-203994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-35-2048x1151.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The CZ Shadow 2 Compact is every bit the shooter that its full-size sibling is.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cz-shadow-2-ergonomics\">CZ Shadow 2 Ergonomics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Being very familiar with the full-sized Shadow 2, it was easy to realize that the Compact version feels the same and that all the controls are identical in location, size, and function. Great \u2013 no learning curve &#8211; at my age, every learning curve is a steep one! The one big difference of course to the full-sized pistol is the weight. Having about 1\/3 less mass in the hands is quite noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"compact handgun grip texture\" class=\"wp-image-203995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-375x300.jpg 375w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-150x120.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-22.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The checkering of the aluminum alloy frame and aluminum grip panels is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the hands.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The sight picture is identical to the larger pistol also, albeit shorter. Sight alignment needs to be a tad steadier with the shorter gun to produce the same size group. The ergonomics of the CZ Shadow 2 are among my favorites, and the Compact is once again identical except that it is a bit shorter of grip height. For me it is perfect, as my pinky finger falls just on top of the bottom flare of the front strap, giving me a nice comfortable locked grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-about-the-cz-shadow-2-trigger\">More About the CZ Shadow 2 Trigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The trigger is smooth as silk in both double or single action mode. This is greatly enhanced by the polished trigger shoe that offers very little friction. It could be my imagination, but I believe the smooth trigger shoe helps prevent gun movement during the pull by allowing the finger to slide slightly across its surface rather than pulling the muzzle down and to the left or right. The only complaint I can find is that in double-action it\u2019s a millimeter or two further forward than I\u2019d like. But folks with bigger paws won\u2019t have that complaint, and the gun is fired in single action all the time anyway if you don\u2019t manually lower the hammer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-about-recoil\">What About Recoil?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recoil with the Compact version of the Shadow 2 was not anything noteworthy \u2013 which means it is well managed. The low bore axis inherent in the CZ design along with the grip angle that cants the wrist forward, combined with excellent checkering on all grip surfaces keeps the gun well planted and the muzzle returns quickly to the target. After all, it\u2019s the shorter and lighter version of one of the best competition pistols on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-203996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-34-2048x1151.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whether you prefer ringing steel or punching paper, the Shadow 2 Compact makes easy work of it. Training with your carry gun was never so much fun!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-but-is-it-accurate\">But Is It Accurate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing that made the Shadow 2 almost instantly famous\u2026 besides its weight and fantastic trigger\u2026 was its accuracy. Competitors may spend a lot of time talking about those previous aspects of handguns, and even wax poetic about grips and magwells, but if the bullets don\u2019t go exactly where they are supposed to the gun is useless. The Shadow 2 Compact might have a short barrel, but that barrel is the same match-grade quality running in the same system. And it is indeed accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"279\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-31.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-203997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-31.jpg 540w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-31-400x207.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-31-150x78.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I was convinced of this after spending a full morning banging small steel plates downrange, but to quantify the performance I set up paper targets at 20 yards and used a good quality pistol rest and four different loads of 9mm ammo. As always, I am the weak link in the chain, and each group had that one flyer that I\u2019d like to take back \u2013 but aside from that the groups were tight and consistently placed on the target. It was encouraging to see that the Sig Sauer Elite Performance 124 gr. V-Crown ammo, which is a preferred carry load for me, did very well \u2013 in a close tie with the Fiocchi 124 gr. load. But the best overall group was delivered by Federal 115 gr. FMJ at 1.36\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"CZ Shadow 2 Compact disassembled\" class=\"wp-image-203998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-29.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The key to an elegant and reliable design is its simplicity. Field stripping the Shadow 2 Compact is an easy process.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-on-the-cz-shadow-2-compact\">Final Thoughts On the CZ Shadow 2 Compact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether the CZ Shadow 2 Compact is the next best carry gun for you is a decision you\u2019ll have to make based on your preferences and priorities for a concealed carry gun. The key factors that will challenge it are its size and weight against the plethora of micro-nines on the market that nearly defy physics. However, for those who don\u2019t mind a wider, taller, and heavier pistol \u2013 or even prefer it, the Shadow 2 Compact is one of the best quality\/best-performing handguns available.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-203999\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-36-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Everywhere you look, fit and finish are top quality. The Shadow 2 Compact really is the race gun you can carry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Priced at $1,299 MSRP, it will also be up against the competition of the boutique and high-end products offered by other top makers. If you\u2019re shopping in that market, the Shadow 2 Compact deserves to be on your shortlist.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"CZ Shadow 2 Compact in holster\" class=\"wp-image-204000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30-375x300.jpg 375w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30-150x120.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/SC2-30.jpg 1282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Early compatible accessories for the Shadow 2 Compact include this nice holster from Blade-Tech. Pro Tip: The full-size Shadow 2 also fits!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want a competition pistol that can serve triple duty as home defense and concealed carry, this might be the top of the field. Accessories will certainly be available on the market, in fact, Blade-Tech already has an excellent OWB holster for it that is match-ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/full-sized-p365-first-look-at-the-fuse-sig-sauers-full-sized-p365\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\">First Look: SIG Sauer P365 Fuse<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people wanted a shorter, lighter version of the exceptional CZ Shadow 2 \u2013 and in every way, CZ has granted their wish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/cz-usa.com\/product\/cz-shadow-2-compact\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\">CZ Shadow 2 Compact by visiting CZ.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"CZ Shadow 2 Compact left profile\" class=\"wp-image-204001\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/S2C-01.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"casting-a-smaller-shadow-czs-new-compact-packs-the-same-punch\" title=\"Casting a Smaller Shadow, New CZ Shadow 2 Compact Packs A Punch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In virtually every other way, the Shadow 2 Compact is identical to its big brother. 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