PCR

[Tdog]

Why is it their not as popular as others ?

[gumby]

As compared to what?

[Canuck44]

I prefer mine over spinach, buttermilk and pea soup.  On the firearm side of life I own one so I preferred it over the compact Glock, SIG, and M&P. 

Take Care

Bob

[Jay1958]

I echo the question of another poster:  compared to what?

They are not as popular as Glocks and other "big brands" because they don't advertise as much, and they aren't used in the U.S. military or law enforcement agencies.

The PCRs are not as popular as other CZs because the P01 is CZ's "flagship" compact 9mm pistol in the U.S. and because what little marketing CZ does is the U.S. is geared toward the fullsize CZ75s, the P07 and the P01.  In order to want the PCR, you have to know somebody that has one and like it, or be knowledgable enough about firearms to know what is available and exactly what you want and why.  The average gun buyer in the U.S. has never heard of a "CZ PCR" -- maybe never even heard of a CZ!

They're not as popular as the fullsize CZs because LOTS of people used the fullsize CZs in competition (IPSC and IDPA) and if you're not going to carry it (that is, if it's primarily for home defense, range and/or competition use) there is no advantage of a compact over the fullsize.

The reason I bought a PCR is because I already had a CZ75 BD, loved it and wanted something a little lighter to carry, but with the exact same manual of arms and controls as my CZ75 BD, such that when I compete with my CZ75 BD I am, in effect, practicing the use of my carry weapon - the PCR.  And the P01 didn't appear to me to be a better option, because I have no use for a rail and I prefer the slightly more narrow (and slightly lighter) frame, instead.
Does that help answer your question?

Why is it their not as popular as others ?

[armoredman]

The PCR is a perfect carry pistol, in my mind, and I do carry mine. A good holster and belt can make it disappear in even searing AZ summers under a loose light t-shirt, and in my favorite Hazel rig, becomes a great BUG for the P01.
I wish more people would try one, but like was said, the marketing thrust is for the P07/P01/SP01.

[Tdog]

Thank you  for all the info,i own the pcr  and  think its superior to all compacts my opinion of course.  On that note i think they are  one of the finest pistols out on the maket  i tell everyone  cz cz cz cz cz cz is the s!@# !!!!! 

[blaufisch]

I carry a PCR and a Sig 239 9mm.  I carry the Sig more often due to the fact it is smaller.  The PCR is not that much bigger than the Sig but the handle is longer.  I bought some baggier T-shirts that should help.  I will defiantly carry the PCR when it gets colder and I can wear a sweatshirt or jacket.  14 rounds vs. 8 for the SIG plus I carry two extra mags.  I live in Houston and it is hot 7-8 months out of the year.

Bottom line on the PCR is that it is one of the finest compact 9mm on the market period.  And without question is the most bang for the buck in its class, hands down!