In mid-2012, I first read about a new gun manufacturer, SCCY, that was making an affordable CCW (Concealed Carry Weapon) in Florida. Needless to say, I was curious and wanted to test it. Over the years, I’ve always tried to review a variety of guns, at a variety of prices. I understand that anyone would love a $1,000+ gun, but for some that is a currently unattainable dream. Every socioeconomic class in the U.S. has the right to self-defense as well as the ability to defend those they love.
SCCY manufactures two main styles of its gun in 9mm: the CPX-1 (has a manual, external, safety) and the CPX-2 (no external safety). My personal preference is the CPX-2. In my opinion, the more features you have that disable a gun from firing when being stored in a drawer or holster are the same features that will trip you up when you need it to work.
SCCY’s guns feature a 7075-T6 aircraft aluminum slide that rides on a Zytel polymer frame. It holds 10 rounds of 9mm. The frame is offered in 9 different colors and the slide can be made in black nitride or natural stainless. The CPX-2 ships with two 10-round magazines that have the option to have flat baseplates or finger extensions. It’s also important to note that SCCY’s guns are 100% made in America with American materials. But at $269 MSRP, does SCCY offer both affordability and reliability?
Before shooting the CPX-2, I dry fired it several times. After 6 pulls in on the trigger, the internal trigger spring broke. My test was over before it began. SCCY does offer a lifetime warranty that follows the gun. Now I had an opportunity to test just how good the warranty was. A testament to SCCY’s customer service, within one week I had a new CPX-2.
I had no issues dry firing this new gun. Over the next few months, I fired 500+ rounds through the CPX-2 and had zero issues. The double-action trigger pull was relatively smooth and the recoil was very manageable. There was no slop once the magazine was locked into the frame. This is important, as when I find issues with failures to feed they can sometimes be traced back to the magazine rocking too much in the magwell.
I was looking for a low-cost CCW and SCCY delivered. I prefer a single-stack CCW to carry, but the CPX-2 has a prominent place in my daily life. I have it in my car as my emergency backup CCW. I have no doubt that when I need it, it will perform.
Do you own a SCCY pistol? Have you fired one? Which model would you prefer? Share your SCCY experiences in the comment section.
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I own a CPX-1. I have fired close to a 1000 rounds without any failures. The only issue I have with the CPX-1 is the raised section around the safety lever. It has a tendency to cut into your hand after a couple of hundred rounds at the range. I would recommend a CPX-2 to anyone interested in purchasing a SCCY. Great backup and utility weapon.
I have a cpx2 for five years and it’s a great pistol. I have enjoyed shooting over 800 rounds with no problem. By the way my cpx2 has a stainless steel slide and a stainless steel barrel and SCCY makes a cpx3 which is a slightly smaller 380 version.
SCCY CPX-2…Was my EDC gun until the SA XDe 45ACP came out. Now the SCCY is one of my house guns.. The SCCY goes bang every time I pull the trigger. Pretty accurate out to about 30 feet. VERY concealable, it just doesn’t print no matter what I wear.
Bought the wife a SCCY and the trigger pull is so heavy she can’t even pull it with both fingers from two hands. The pull is so heavy even I can’t keep the pistol on target. Couldn’t hit a man sized target at 15 yards. (Former USMC rifle instructor and Combat Pistol Marksmanship Instructor). So like the look and feel of the pistol though.
I’ve read about how good the SCCY is, but also good to hear about the customer service!
My wife purchased a SCCY early model – because it was purple. Not a real good reason to purchase a handgun.
A couple of issues – the trigger travel is extremely long since it is DAO. If you are not careful reassembling after cleaning the barrel swivel can get in the wrong place and “lock” the slide up.
I understand that this last issue has been corrected in the later models.
For a CCW pistol this one is acceptable but you do need to practice at the range to get use to the long trigger pull.
I’m sold on concealment of 9mm small pistols and SCCY is an excellent choice but colors no.
Basic black is the best unless it’s the color of blue jeans.
Thanks for the review of the SCCY pistol. I have been looking for a CCW that won’t break the bank, but more importantly is reliable .
Ya gotta love it, quality and affordablity made in the USA
I bought a Sccy CPX2. I am older with some arthritis in my trigger finger. The trigger action is so long that it hurts my finger to shoot. My arthritis is mostly at joint of trigger finger. If I could use tip of finger to pull trigger it might be better. With such a long trigger pull on this gun it is easy to pull off of target before it fires. I have researched this on the internet, and there is a company that makes a aftermarket trigger that reduces the trigger down to 5.5# and reduces the reset also. I may have to go that direction.