The Czickness LII….it is the grey time of year. Tungsten Grey that is…

[mcapo]

The DWX is a much better looking gun and feels great in my hands. In all other respects the Shadow 2 Compact is better. The trigger is lighter and the gun just plain shot better for me. I had been tempted in the past to pick up a DWX Compact, but I'll save my money. Don't get me wrong, it's a great gun, but it didn't do anything for me over the Shadow 2 Compact (other than from an aesthetics perspective).

That seems a fair analysis.

I would add that the DWXc is overpriced and doesn't have an optic cut (which AllenM solved for me...). I kinda didn't mind the lack of an optic cut as I was able to direct mount the optic of my choice without a plate system but that added to the already inflated cost.

The trigger in my DWXc is ok. I'd have to measure it again for weight but I plan on giving it a little spit and polish to pull it down close to 3#.

CZ for the win!

 

[bcannon]

Morn'n fellas :bgoOJ:

Sorry to hear about your friend, DS. Pets can be closer than family. Prayers and positive energy your way.

 

[wtburnette]

That seems a fair analysis.

I would add that the DWXc is overpriced and doesn't have an optic cut (which AllenM solved for me...). I kinda didn't mind the lack of an optic cut as I was able to direct mount the optic of my choice without a plate system but that added to the already inflated cost.

The trigger in my DWXc is ok. I'd have to measure it again for weight but I plan on it giving a little spit and polish to pull it down close to 3#.

CZ for the win!

I totally expected the DWX to have the better trigger, but IMO the Shadow 2 Compact was lighter and crisper, at least in single action.

 

[rkwhyte2]

Morning all
Sorry to hear about your dog @DadSmith

 

[ChrisK]

An AllenM/CM tuned1911, Wizard tuned CZ or a Staccato for me. That’s just my humble opinion.

 

[MindfulMan]

Good morning, gangsters !

@DadSmith --- So sorry to hear about losing your dog friend, DS.

 

[Leadeye]

New contest: Identify the pendant. What is it made of ?

Hint #1 ---It's not dinosaur poop
Hint #2 -- It's connected to the automotive industry.
Hint #3 -- My wife gave it to me for Valentines (only the 2nd jewelry ever given)

I forget the term, but they are from layers of paint chipped off of finish conveyors in car plants and other factories.

 

[Leadeye]

The gardener fixed Lent breakfast today, eggs and biscuits. I'm getting grilled cheese for lunch. Going out later to hunt for sheds.

 

[MindfulMan]

I forget the term, but they are from layers of paint chipped off of finish conveyors in car plants and other factories.

Bingo !

 

[mcapo]

An AllenM/CM tuned1911, Wizard tuned CZ or a Staccato for me. That’s just my humble opinion.

Can't disagree and my safe would support that statement (well minus the Staccato(s))!

I will say though that my SAO P226 Legion doesn't fall far behind that group.

 

[Leadeye]

Bingo !

Companies that made metal parts for point of purchase displays is another good area to collect this stuff. You need an industry that makes a lot of short runs with a big and ever changing color palette. Most companies have few or one color to products they manufacture and paint.

 

[mcapo]

Bingo !

Reminds me (a little bit) of the purple slag glass collection we inherited. I think we have about 150 pieces....all for sale. LOL!

 

[MindfulMan]

Companies that made metal parts for point of purchase displays is another good area to collect this stuff. You need an industry that makes a lot of short runs with a big and ever changing color palette. Most companies have few or one color to products they manufacture and paint.

Thanks for your industry perspective, LE ! I thought that it was pretty cool when they stated my piece was from late 1950's production. I can see that 'baby blue' being a '57 T-bird being painted !

 

[MindfulMan]

Reminds me (a little bit) of the purple slag glass collection we inherited. I think we have about 150 pieces....all for sale. LOL!

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Put a chain on it, and hang it around your neck, Bandit.
It could start a new fashion trend !

 

[Leadeye]

Thanks for your industry perspective, LE ! I thought that it was pretty cool when they stated my piece was from late 1950's production. I can see that 'baby blue' being a '57 T-bird being painted !

It's been a thing with people connected to the paint industry. Electrostatic painting tends to concentrate the thickness in certain areas of the hangers that carry parts or cars through bake ovens. After many trips through the oven these are as hard or harder than laminate so they polish up easily. It helps with car finishes that they also have acrylic bases contributing to the clarity.

 

[MindfulMan]

I found out why my wife bought that pendant for me. She thought I was serious (maybe I was) when I told her that I was going to make a dinosaur poo necklace, and she wanted to circumvent that idea !

 

[wtburnette]

Can't disagree and my safe would support that statement (well minus the Staccato(s))!

I will say though that my SAO P226 Legion doesn't fall far behind that group.

I shot my SAO P226 Legion better than any other gun I've ever owned.

 

[ditcherman]

I shot my SAO P226 Legion better than any other gun I've ever owned.

I wonder if I could get better results with a different barrel?
The guns awesome, just not as accurate as any of my CZ’s, especially the tactical.

 

[wtburnette]

I wonder if I could get better results with a different barrel?
The guns awesome, just not as accurate as any of my CZ’s, especially the tactical.

Each gun/shooter is different. The ergos on the gun were fantastic for me, as I was able to ride the safety like on a 1911. I didn't shoot it too impressively, but for me I could keep a relatively nice grouping while shooting it pretty fast. If I slowed down and really concentrated, I could keep 10 rounds in a 3" sticker at 7 yards. That's pretty good for me.

 

[mcapo]

I wonder if I could get better results with a different barrel?
The guns awesome, just not as accurate as any of my CZ’s, especially the tactical.

I replaced mine with a BarSto semi fit (should have gone gunsmith fit but OSS and I was impatient).

My factory barrel shot ok at 25 but not great.