CZ 75 D PCR Compact 50th Anniversary Elite 9mm

A Half-Century of Excellence

The CZ 75 stands as one of the most influential handgun designs of the modern era. In 2025, CZ honors five decades of innovation and trusted performance with the 50th Anniversary Elite designation—a mark of distinction carried by all standard CZ 75 pistols produced this year.

The PCR Advantage

The PCR designation stands for "Police Czech Republic," reflecting its original design purpose for that nation's law enforcement. This compact variant delivers the proven reliability of the CZ 75 platform in a more manageable package.

Built for Carry

Frame and Weight: The forged 7075 T6 aluminum alloy frame reduces weight to just 27.5 ounces—a full quarter pound lighter than the standard Compact model. This makes the PCR exceptionally comfortable for all-day carry without sacrificing the solid feel shooters expect from a steel-framed pistol.

Dimensions: At 7.25 inches long, 5.0 inches tall, and 1.4 inches wide, the PCR fits naturally in quality holsters and conceals effectively under everyday clothing.

Decocker Safety System

The PCR features a decocker lever rather than a traditional manual safety. This design philosophy reflects real-world carry practices:

• Decock before holstering for safe carry with a loaded chamber
• First shot is double-action, requiring a deliberate trigger press—much like a quality revolver
• Subsequent shots are single-action with a crisp 4.5-pound trigger
• Firing pin block and safety notch on the hammer provide redundant safety features

Ergonomic Excellence

• Rubber grip panels provide secure purchase in all conditions
• Serrated front and back straps enhance control and prevent slipping
• Loaded chamber indicator offers tactile confirmation of status
• Fixed sights are robust and reliable

Specifications

• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds (two magazines included)
• Barrel Length: 3.75 inches
• Trigger Type: Single-action/double-action
• Trigger Pull: 4.5 lbs (single-action), 10.3 lbs (double-action)
• Trigger Travel: 0.4 inches (SA), 0.6 inches (DA)
• Trigger Reset: 0.3 inches

The CZ 75 D PCR Compact represents the culmination of fifty years of handgun development—a pistol equally at home in the hands of a professional or a dedicated sport shooter seeking reliability, accuracy, and genuine craftsmanship.