I have a cz scorpion evo 3 pistol, and the cz scorpion magpul edition carbine...they are simply badass, and they run flawlessly. They are beasts. Added the Franklin armory binary trigger system to my pistol. So much fun.
I just got mine yesterday, and I can't wait to shoot it. Mine is a little different. I have the Magpul spring loaded flip up iron sites and I bought the Sig Sauer Romeo 5 red dot. The muzzle break is also different, it's more like a breacher for a shotgun. I love it. And it has a folding stock, not the slide out like yours.What impressed me the most is the beefyness of the parts. The bolt is a solid and the whole thing is built like a tank. And it's so easy to take down. I paid $1200 for mine. The two included 20 round mags are the Gen 2. I bought two Magpul 35 round mags for $20 each. I have not seen a bad review anywhere. I have the Ruger Charger as well and it's a piece of junk compared to this thing. I still like it, but it's like comparing a Chevette to a Corvette. Yes, you can say you have a "vette" with either, but in reality....liked and subbed
Same here. I got my S2 micro about a year ago and also added a Romeo5. I love this thing so much it's all I shot for awhile. I like PSA mags for the money they're hard to beat. I've added HB springs along with a Theta flat trigger shoe a Magpul grip Strike Ind. mag release and charging handle and for me this is about as close to perfect as it gets. Best part is I'm probably under 1400 for everything and 800-1000 rnds with zero malfunction. Awesome lil package
Love this gun. Replaced grip/mag release with new magpul options. Safety selectors with apex low profile. HB industries trigger shoe, spring kit and extended charging handle. All super easy installs and really gets you to know the gun. I highly recommend!
Got a pi stol variant evo, loved it so much, got the micro in april. Ive loved it. Shooting it suppressed, just puts a big stupid grin on my face the entire time. Good stuff man CZFORLIFE
Have had my CZ Scorpion gen 1 mags loaded for over 2 years, and they have NO cracks whatsoever... So I'm thinking that issue has passed hopefully! Thanks 4 the review
I thought I'd mention that the newer S2 mini's (I just got mine a couple of weeks ago) now come with the Magpul flip-up MBUS sights. They're not metal like the ones here, but a benefit is that they're a little taller, which makes them perfect to so-witness through an EOTech (which looks and works amazing on the S2) and other similar RMRs.
I would love to get a hold of one of these. I have yet to even handle the Scorpion of any design, one day hopefully. That micro model is very nice, and love the collapsible stock! Have a great day brother!
I handled one in the store and the brace definitely has some play to it. that's probably why they discontinued it and put out a new version with the new UMP looking folding brace
Always value your opinions and reviews. I just ordered the 7.5” barrel standard size version, hopefully a little less recoil, and I’m going to throw the SB side folder brace on it. Hopefully that takes care of the issues you mentioned. Still enjoying this a year later?
just picked one up yesterday its my fav model by far vs the newer models. even though there is play in the brace i still like it better than the newer version
The mag release you can take it or leave it. I swapped mine out with one that adds a paddle to the bottom a la MP5 because even though the OEM release is textured, I have had my finger slide pass and miss it when trying to engage it under stress or wet fingers
I want one so bad...I gotta look up how to remove a kidney at home... You should get a Diamondback Grip by Nightstrike for it, it is the best angled foregrip Ive seen and it would be a great foregrip for this pistol.
Oh also the magazines can be had from 4 different companies now too so there's no shortage of mags and they're all sold at a very reasonable price!! Rock on!!
Nice Micro! I have completely upgraded mine. I'm ready to hit the range. I definitely like the faux can. I would definitely get it if I didn't have plans to run mine suppressed and with a reptila corp brace.
I just put together a video of converting my CZ Scorpion over to my own K configuration. I hope to shoot it in the next week, but so far I love the shorter/lighter package. Love the CZ Scorpion platform...such a fun little firearm. Great review! Have fun with that little guy! oh, and I did the same thing to the right side safety selector, but eventually swapped both out for a nice set from Parker Mountain Machine.
Great Job KS. How much was the asking price for your model? And Also you Might want to Replace yours with the Folding Stock. It may eliminate the wobble. Cheers!
just picked one of these up a few days ago and of course went to play with it. I had to adjust the iron sights a little but thing is a laser beam. I do not recall if there is wobble in my brace but if there was i really did not notice it. great little gun
I really love the looks of that brace but the movement is just not acceptable for me. My S2micro has the folding SB brace and it too had some wiggle. I fixed it with a piece of packaging tape where the brace folds and it's tight now. Really great video. I love my Scorpion
I kept my EVO with its original barrel length because I'm not a real fan of K type subguns. There is such a thing as too small. I bought the new PDW brace for the Micro, changed the handguard and also changed grips, selector and charging handle. At its core, it's still an awesome gun to shoot and handle. I had carried mine in a regular backpack that I've modded inside to fit the gun, spare mags, and other things as my truck gun. I do not like the original grip or selector because I know when designed, they wanted this gun to be handled with gloved hands
Two things about that brace, first, you do not need to push the release to extend the brace. Second, the mount has a tapped hole for a set screw if the bit of play is bothering you. Also, the play between the lower and upper receiver is fixed with the shim spring made by Ascalon Arms for 10$.
Hi KS! Great review! Can you tell me, what is the model of the bolt that you replaced?? And how is the new part working out?? I like to order the piece you recommended when I order the gun. Thanks in advance!!
Use the low mount for your holosun, it works better with this pistol and your irons co-witness through the sight quite nicely. If you switch to the low mount you'll negate any slight wobble of the brace since you're not having to hold your head so far above the brace to look through your high-mount.
in regards to the brace wobble. The brace on my MPX is essentially the same design, with similar wobble. I have found that with a more vertical grip, and rearward pressure it locks it in a single position, it is a complete non issue. Zero affect on shootablity, other than the poor cheek weld.
Quirky can be fun, but I think they could have thought a few more things through on this one. Still a blast to shoot! Thank you and cheers brother! Oh, and for whatever reason, I have to fight with my iPad every time I type in “Texican” so forgive me when it says Texan, lol.
MPX all day. Both are very fun, however the cz scorpion needs to many modifications to get close to the mpx OOTB. Just my opinion based on my experience having fired both.
@@12345DAVIDW Having owned both, I say Scorpion. The MPX is TERRIBLE suppressed. The Scorpion mags are magnitudes cheaper. MPX is a great gun, but I end up taking my Scorpion to the range way more often.
I also have a problem with the amount of play in the brace but for its intended purpose as a sort of PDW thing, close range shooting is the point. I had a side folding brace and it felt more solid to shoot precise shots.
How did you know that I been considering a scorpion now that there is starting to be more aftermarket support. I agree about the brace, that would drive me crazy. Looks like a folder would be the way to go. Great review as always
If you can get a micro you may want to invest in the SB tactical folding brace that comes with 4 free magazines... And the black window mags are more expensive but loading rounds is smooth as a babies ass... Add a grip and safety and your good to go. All reasonably priced upgrades
Any suggestions as to the optimal "practice" (aka fun time) FMJ ammo for the S2 (excluding cheap steel), with a view towards maximum 50-100 yd accuracy? And what's the "best" home defense JHP ammo for the S2 for maximum effectiveness but controllable recoil (cost not being an issue)? I've got a Glock 45 which has a similar 4" barrel, but I doubt what's best for the G45 is the same for the S2.
I have all of the Sub 9 size guns and I have to say the my Sig MPX-K is still at the top of my list as far as the best all the way around guns I own in this category.
I had bought the new gen 2 mags to replace my older mags. These are now stronger. ALL my original gen 1 mags ( both the 20 and 30 rounds) have cracked feed lips and CZ USA has stopped replying me for warranty on them
Excellent review, as always. I'm surprised CZ has not paid heed to the public and modified their safety and grip. It's a screaming issue. But I love almost everything else about the gun. Just curious, does the wobble in the brace exist when it is partially extended too? Or are there only 2 positions for it, full extended and fully collapsed? Maybe a future version will have the minor issues addressed. 😛
Thank you Nick! I agree about the safety and grip. I seriously can’t see how anyone would find either ideal. As for the brace, it doesn’t have a stop mid-extension so it’s hard to really say. I do hope a future version is more steady. It holds this back from being a top contender. Cheers brother!
You have to swap out the hand grip, selector switch, and get a better trigger. I’m not sure what CZ was thinking about shipping with a 9 lb trigger pull
If concealment is the priority this gun is perfect but the performance out the bore is the same as a pistol, performance wise like range, speed, penetration and energy I prefer the 7 barrel version.
Nice review KS. That brace is just not sturdy enough. I have the CZ Scorpion carbine with the fold out brace and it is very sturdy. You might want to take a look at that CZ brace or something similar.
I completely agree about it not being sturdy Randy. It holds this back from really being a powerhouse. I’ll be checking out other options if this stays. Thank you and cheers brother!
Great review! I've had my eyes set on the Scorpion Evo for a long time. I believe I saw this one at shot show last year. I've been waiting for this version to come out (short barrel) because I want a suppressor that will be in a compact version. I might be picking this up for sure within a couple months. One question though, did the SB Tactical Brace come with your set up or did you just buy the pistol itself and add it later? I might have missed that in the video somewhere.... Anyway I will be modding it for sure with a red HB Industries trigger and a red charging handle. Also a new grip and I have to do something with the safety for sure since I shoot wrong handed. Thanks again for great content!
The micro is a great gun but that being said it is not even close to the mpx. I own both and the mpx k is far superior. But for the price the micro is awesome.
Great review and video as usual!! I put a brace on my scorpion made by Safety Harbor Firearms and it's awesome and solid as a rock! I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is looking at buying a scorpion!!
That's too bad that the brace isn't top notch. I have the full sized evo with an added SB folding brace...great firearm. The only reason I wanted this model (aside from the cool faux silencerco suppressor) was the collapsible brace. Thanks for the great review
After all these years I'm astonished that CZ is still including that dreadful ambi-safety. As is from the factory when in the "fire" position its almost unshootable due to that awful little plastic nub digging into the side of your hand. I owned the original Scorpion pistol as well as the carbine version (in a feckless attempt to own something that filled the MP5 niche- the Scorpion failed at that). As you said the bolt is very heavy, and due to the light weight of the Scorpion and blow back design, it almost feels like shooting an open bolt machine gun. Even for a 9mm they are snappy. On the plus side they're generally good quality firearms. I really like the compact size of this micro version, and that is one of the nicest braces on the market I've seen yet.
I realize that most people won't shoot it one handed (with the strap of the brace around your forearm) but did you try it that way? I wonder if doing so would alter your opinion on the angle of the grip.
I don’t understand this move to square for-ends and square rifles in general. It seems like a step back in ergonomics. It took so many years to get to slim and round but all of a sudden everyone is putting out rectangular rifles. I don’t get it. They look cool but I can’t imagine they work well or are comfortable.
