Česká zbrojovka (CZ) was founded in 1936 in Uherský Brod, Czech Republic, and has become one of the most respected firearms manufacturers in the world. The CZ 75, introduced in 1975, is widely regarded as one of the finest combat pistols ever designed and has been adopted by military and law enforcement agencies in over 40 countries.
Looking for a CZ (Ceska Zbrojovka) handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every CZ (Ceska Zbrojovka) model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 18 CZ (Ceska Zbrojovka) models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
CZ (Ceska Zbrojovka) offers 4 calibers on the California roster, with 9mm being the most common (10 models). Prices range from $499 to $1,299 MSRP.
Yes — any CZ (Ceska Zbrojovka) model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.