CZC CZ Custom Shadow 2 Plus 2023X 9mm Pistol, 4.89" Barrel, 17-Round Capacity

SKU:
126818324
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UPC:
198168925348
$1,124.99
$1,221.00
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Current Stock:
Hand:
Ambidextrous
Finish-Color:
Black
Capacity-Rounds:
17
Barrel Length:
4.89"
Caliber-Gauge:
9mm Luger

The CZ Custom Shadow 2 Plus 2023X 9mm pistol represents the next evolution of CZ's platform for competitors, defensive shooters, and precision handgun enthusiasts. Built on the proven Shadow 2 frame and slide, this 9mm semi-automatic delivers a 4.89-inch barrel and 17-round capacity—making it a serious contender for IPSC, USPSA, 3-Gun, and other action sports where reliability and repeatability matter. CZ engineered the Shadow 2 Plus 2023X with features that appeal to shooters who demand tuning flexibility without sacrificing out-of-box performance.

What sets the CZ Custom Shadow 2 Plus apart is the factory inclusion of tuning components that typically require aftermarket sourcing. The pistol ships with a mainspring calibration kit offering multiple weight options, a recoil spring calibration kit, and a light firing pin spring—allowing you to tailor trigger feel, reset, and cycling characteristics to your preferences and ammunition. These aren't gimmicks; they're the same adjustments serious CZ shooters make to dial in performance for competition or duty use. The red, green, and orange fiber rod front sight options let you choose the sight picture that works best in your lighting and target conditions.

The Shadow 2 Plus 2023X carries the legacy of CZ's Single Action sport pistol engineering: a steel frame for recoil management, proven ergonomics, and a trigger platform that CZ shooters have trusted for decades. Whether you're training for matches, setting up a defensive carry gun, or simply exploring what a tunable 9mm platform can do, this pistol gives you the tools to optimize it yourself.

Key Features

  • 4.89-inch barrel in 9mm with 17-round capacity
  • Mainspring and recoil spring calibration kits for customizable trigger and cycling feel
  • Light firing pin spring included for trigger optimization
  • Selectable fiber rod front sight (red, green, or orange) for varied lighting conditions
  • Steel frame and proven CZ Single Action platform
  • Factory-tuned for competition, duty, and precision shooting applications

Specifications

Caliber9mm
Barrel Length4.89 inches
Magazine Capacity17 rounds
Frame MaterialSteel
ActionSingle Action
Included Tuning ComponentsMainspring calibration kit, recoil spring calibration kit, light FP spring, fiber rod front sight (red, green, orange)

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between the CZ Shadow 2 Plus 2023X and a standard Shadow 2?

The Plus 2023X includes factory-installed tuning kits—mainspring and recoil spring options, plus a light firing pin spring and interchangeable fiber rod sights. These components allow you to adjust trigger weight, reset, and firing pin spring tension without sending the gun out for work or hunting down parts separately.

What ammunition works in the CZ Custom Shadow 2 Plus 2023X?

It's chambered in 9mm and feeds standard 9mm NATO and commercial ammunition. Use quality ammunition appropriate for 9mm pistols; if you have questions about specific loads, check with the manufacturer.

Is the CZ Custom Shadow 2 Plus 2023X suitable for competition shooting?

Yes. The Shadow 2 platform is purpose-built for action sports like IPSC, USPSA, and 3-Gun. The included tuning kits let you optimize the trigger and cycling for match conditions, and the 4.89-inch barrel provides sight radius and velocity typical of competition-class pistols.

Can I change the front sight fiber rod color?

Yes. The pistol ships with red, green, and orange fiber rod options so you can swap them based on lighting conditions and target contrast.

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