jasmap Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 I got lucky and found an S2 Orange for a really good deal. I should have it in hand next week. I'm in no rush to do anything to it since I haven't shot it yet but I'm pretty positive I'll make a few small changes. I'm definitely getting LOK thin grips. They suit me better than anything else I've seen. Next I'm probably getting some stuff from CGW. An extended firing pin & firing pin spring, the music wire 11.5# hammer spring, reduced power trigger return spring, and a floating trigger pin. There's a few other small things I may eventually consider like a reach reduction, Dawson front sight, etc... Besides this short list is there anything else you guys would add? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowdyb Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 (edited) I own one as well, love it. I've done: Grips of my choice Fiber optic color of my choice 10lb recoil spring EG 12lb main spring EG Extra power extractor spring PD 2075 fps Replace mag release button w non-orange one. Replace base pads w non-orange ones. Edited June 18, 2021 by rowdyb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jejb Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Eemann Tech thumb rest/slide stop is a nice add. You need to get a spare slide stop anyway. https://dot40.net/product/slide-stop-with-thumb-rest-for-cz-75-black/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midatlantic Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 is the thumb rest slide stop legal in USPSA carry optics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasmap Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share Posted June 18, 2021 I forgot to mention I'll just be running the S2 Orange in Production. That was good info rowdyb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MemphisMechanic Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 1 hour ago, midatlantic said: is the thumb rest slide stop legal in USPSA carry optics? and in Production, sadly. Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Just bought my first CZ (S2 Orange) to shoot in Production, and it's an awesome pistol right out of the box! I too have made some small changes. Installed the CGW's #54440 extended firing pin along with the 11.5 main spring as I wanted to get the DA pull down a bit. I have installed the floating trigger pin but haven't installed the RP trigger return spring yet as the S/A pull is very good! Have the CGW tuner's pack of recoil springs; but for now the stock spring is offering excellent ejection of the spent casings. I'll definitely make some changes once I settle on my final reload. Also one of the most accurate pistols out of the box I have ever owned! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxj66 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Only things I have done to my oranges are the following: Cajun Floating Trigger pin Cajun 11.5 MS Cajun 11 Recoil spring Rami Firing pin spring Slim slide stop Slim safeties Most of this is optional and just matching the guns to what I have done to my others. Gun is reliable like this and will set off hard magnum primers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasmap Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share Posted June 18, 2021 Thanks y'all. I doubt I'll do much more than I had in mind and/or similar to what you guys have done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirkster Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Check out Lokgrips Veloce grip texture. I like it better than the Bogies…. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLUEPSTU Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 Thinking about purchasing a shadow 2 orange. Is it simple to put a single action straight trigger on this gun? Thanks for any info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 1 hour ago, BLUEPSTU said: Thinking about purchasing a shadow 2 orange. Is it simple to put a single action straight trigger on this gun? Thanks for any info. Ordered one of these for my S2O, and I'm really looking forward to trying it out! https://dealer.eemann-tech.com/en/et-cz-75/6079-eemann-tech-ultimate-trigger-for-cz-shadow-2000000060798.html Watch their YouTube video......very easy install, IMO............ https://youtu.be/KOU1VHZ_iVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLUEPSTU Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 1 hour ago, HOGRIDER said: Ordered one of these for my S2O, and I'm really looking forward to trying it out! https://dealer.eemann-tech.com/en/et-cz-75/6079-eemann-tech-ultimate-trigger-for-cz-shadow-2000000060798.html Watch their YouTube video......very easy install, IMO............ https://youtu.be/KOU1VHZ_iVE Thanks for the reply. If I end up purchasing one, I may be hitting you up for many information. Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 32 minutes ago, BLUEPSTU said: Thanks for the reply. If I end up purchasing one, I may be hitting you up for many information. Thanks again. Always glad to help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csway Posted July 26, 2021 Share Posted July 26, 2021 On 6/18/2021 at 10:13 AM, MemphisMechanic said: and in Production, sadly. Yes. See Appendix D4 - Production Division (row #22.2) ... explicitly states thumb rests are prohibited. https://uspsa.org/viewer/2021-USPSA-Competition-Rules-March-2021.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racinready300ex Posted July 26, 2021 Share Posted July 26, 2021 1 hour ago, csway said: See Appendix D4 - Production Division (row #22.2) ... explicitly states thumb rests are prohibited. https://uspsa.org/viewer/2021-USPSA-Competition-Rules-March-2021.pdf You can change any small part now including the slide stop. If the new slide stop happens to have a huge ledge where you happen to place your thumb it's legal to do so. Does this make sense in a "production" division? Doesn't really matter now the box is open, there really isn't much you can't do in production at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Filb Posted September 14, 2021 Share Posted September 14, 2021 I just got my new S2 Orange. I don't see any info in the book about what springs are in the gun and what the springs are that came with it. Plan on running 115gr and 124 gr ammo. Should I call CGW and ask get springs there? I think I red the springs that came with it are for plus p like the NATO rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Filb said: I just got my new S2 Orange. I don't see any info in the book about what springs are in the gun and what the springs are that came with it. Plan on running 115gr and 124 gr ammo. Should I call CGW and ask get springs there? I think I red the springs that came with it are for plus p like the NATO rounds. I too have the S2 Orange, and I would recommend you shoot the pistol as is before changing any springs; especially the recoil springs. Depending on your primary purpose for shooting (competition, range gun, fun), you can then decide what spring(s) are best for your intended purpose. CGW has a pretty good read for helping with recoil springs: https://cajungunworks.com/how-to-select-the-proper-recoil-spring/ Probably best to call CZ USA for definite info on what springs come equipped from the factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jejb Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 13 hours ago, Filb said: I just got my new S2 Orange. I don't see any info in the book about what springs are in the gun and what the springs are that came with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 (edited) For those that are totally familiar with the optional parts that are included in the S2 Orange; CZ USA has this stated in the "description" of the Shadow 2 Orange: Quote Turning the Shadow 2 up a notch, the biggest addition on the Orange is a barrel bushing that increases slide-to-barrel fit, resulting in tighter groups. Not as obvious is a factory-tuned trigger with short reset and the hand-fitting of the slide and frame. For the "trigger with short reset" that I bolded, is this the same short reset disconnector that's included in the CZC Short Reach DA/SA kit? https://czcustom.com/cz-parts-all/fire-control/czc-short-da-trigger-kit.html I don't think the Orange comes standard with the 85 Combat Style trigger as the (Orange) stock trigger has a overtravel screw included. Again, trying to learn the specific parts that are unique to the S2 Orange. Thanks for any feedback! Edited October 25, 2021 by HOGRIDER sp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almo Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 (edited) CZ advertises an 8lb double action trigger. Mine was 11 lb 6 oz! But I changed out the following: extended firing pin 8.5 lb hammer spring reduced power trigger spring solid trigger pin and got the trigger pull down to 5 lb 4 oz double action and 2 lb 2 oz single action. I use Federal primer, so the hammer spring was not a problem. In fact, I had about a dozen CCI primers. So, I tested them and they all fired. Can't say what would happen if I fired hundreds of CCI's. Don't underestimate the value of the solid trigger pin. In tests on other Shadows (didn't get to do it on the Orange), I've found a 3-4 oz reduction in double action trigger pull just from the pin. Edited October 27, 2021 by Almo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 21 minutes ago, Almo said: CZ advertises an 8lb double action trigger. Mine was 11 lb 6 oz! But I changed out the following: extended firing pin 8.5 lb hammer spring reduced power trigger spring solid trigger pin and got the trigger pull down to 5 lb 4 oz double action and 2 lb 2 oz single action. I use Federal primer, so the hammer spring was not a problem. In fact, I had about a dozen CCI primers. So, I tested them and they all fired. Can't say what would happen if I fired hundreds of CCI's. Don't underestimate the value of the solid trigger pin. In tests on other Shadows (didn't get to do it on the Orange), I've found a 3-4 oz reduction in double action trigger pull just from the pin. @AlmoPretty much what I've done except I'm still using the 11# hammer spring and my DA pull is right at 6.75#. Thanks for sharing your info. BTW: the solid trigger pin you refer to: Is it the CZC one like this? https://czcustom.com/cz-parts-all/fire-control/cz-75-trigger-pin-new-style-all-models.html Or one like the CGW: https://cajungunworks.com/product/floating-trigger-pin/ Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightj75 Posted October 29, 2021 Share Posted October 29, 2021 I have an SP01 which isn't the same but I've had good luck with the 11# recoil spring and 11.5# hammer spring which along with almost the whole CGW pro package minus adjustable sear has got me to a 6# DA 2.3# SA trigger and this was measured by the marine corps armorers at a state match. I'm considering putting in the 8# mainspring but just got my federal primers and haven't had time to try it out yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tunachaser Posted October 29, 2021 Share Posted October 29, 2021 I have a 8.5# hammer spring in both my 9 MM SP-01 and BS, with ext. firing pin and have never had problem lighting off any of the primers in factory ammo. I have not tried them all and never any of the steel case ammo. YMMV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHAVEGAS Posted October 29, 2021 Share Posted October 29, 2021 26 minutes ago, Tunachaser said: I have a 8.5# hammer spring in both my 9 MM SP-01 and BS, with ext. firing pin and have never had problem lighting off any of the primers in factory ammo. I have not tried them all and never any of the steel case ammo. YMMV Any idea how many rounds/dry fires that spring is good for in the sp01? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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