CZ CZECHMATE 9mm: Precision-Engineered for Competitive Edge

When you walk into a match, every millimeter and every ounce matters. As shooters who live for the range and the small advantages that add up to big wins, we break down gear the way we prepare for competition: methodically and with an eye for repeatable performance.

CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE

Overview: Purpose-built for Open division

The CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE is a purpose-built competition pistol configured for IPSC Open division right from the factory. Chambered in 9mm with a 5.4-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and weighing roughly 2.9 pounds, this pistol blends classic CZ ergonomics with modern competition features. It ships ready to run Open with a four-port compensator and an installed C-More red dot sight, while also including parts to convert it to Limited configuration.

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Design and build quality

The frame is a modified CZ 75 TS steel frame, giving the pistol a stable shooting platform and a lower center of gravity for faster follow-up shots. Thin aluminum grips and an aluminum magwell shave precious milliseconds off reloads while preserving a positive contact surface for a solid hold. The undercut trigger guard and beavertail let you get a higher, more direct grip on the frame — a small change that significantly improves recoil control.

Controls and durability

Ambidextrous manual safety and an underscored safety stop on the hammer are included for consistent control. The pistol features an ambidextrous slide racker and multiple slide stop configurations (two slide stops with lock and four slide stop pins without lock), offering flexibility depending on whether you run Open with a compensator or Limited without. Fixed C-more sights pair with the slide-ride non-click 6 MOA C-More dot for a clean sight picture optimized for rapid target acquisition.

Performance: What matters on the clock

On the clock, the CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE shines because it was designed to manage recoil and keep the muzzle flat. The four-port compensator reduces muzzle rise when paired with ammunition loaded to meet IPSC major power factor requirements. With a 5.4-inch barrel and a 2.9 lb platform, the pistol balances sight radius and controllability for both precision and speed.

Magazine capacity and reload strategy

The package includes a big stick 26-round magazine and three 20-round magazines, all double-stack. For Open competitors who prefer longer strings between reloads, the 26-round magazine is a clear advantage in multi-target stages. The aluminum magwell and included magazines make reloads fast and consistent, which matters when seconds decide stage placement.

Caliber: Why 9mm fits the role

9mm is the standard for IPSC Open and USPSA divisions where slide velocity, recoil management, and magazine capacity are paramount. When the CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE is configured with the compensator, it’s intended to be run with ammunition that meets the IPSC major power factor minimum of 160 (USPSA major power factor is 165). That means selecting 9mm loads that balance bullet weight and velocity to reach the required power factor without sacrificing controllability.

Ballistic implications

Because the pistol is optimized for the major power factor in Open class, shooters often pair heavier 9mm bullets or tuned loads to hit the 160 threshold while keeping muzzle rise in check with the compensator. The result: retained accuracy on steel or paper targets and improved split times between shots.

Included accessories and conversion options

The CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE comes ready for multiple rule sets. Included in the hard case are the compensator, a front sight adapter (for converting to Limited), a rear sight replacement that takes the slide racker handle out when switching modes, and all the pins and stops needed for both Open and Limited configurations. Additional features in the box include:

• C-more slide-ride non-click 6 MOA dot
• Ambidextrous slide racker
• 3 x 20-round magazines and 1 x 26-round magazine
• Aluminum grips and aluminum magwell
• Competition hammer and multiple slide stop options

At a retail price of $3423.99, you’re paying for a turnkey competition platform with factory-installed co-witnessed optics and hardware optimized for competitive success rather than a basic base model requiring aftermarket upgrades.

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Practical considerations for buyers

This pistol is tailored to serious competitive shooters and those who value a factory-built Open-configuration firearm. If you plan to shoot USPSA or IPSC Open, the out-of-the-box compensator and optic shorten your path to match-ready status. The steel frame and added weight improve recoil characteristics but do make the pistol heavier in carry; this is a competition tool first, not a concealed-carry option.

Maintenance and longevity

Cold hammer-forged barrels are known for longevity and consistency, and the robust steel frame provides a durable platform for repeated competition cycles. Regular maintenance of the compensator ports and the C-More optical interface will keep the pistol running reliably stage after stage.

For competitors looking for a complete Open-ready package with flexibility to convert to Limited, the CZ CZ 75 TS CZECHMATE brings together proven CZ ergonomics, a purpose-built compensator, and a C-More dot that’s set up from the factory. If your season goal is to shave fractions off times while keeping hits in the scoring area, this pistol is engineered to give you that competitive edge.

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