One-Of-A-Kind Auction: CZ 75 Legend Pistol And Motorcycle

Calling all CZ 75 fans! Time is of the essence for you to bid on a legendary, one-of-a-kind CZ 75 Legend pistol plus a CZ 175 motorcycle. Hop on before it's too late!

Fans of the iconic CZ 75, hammer-fired pistol have something truly historic to get fired up about. For a limited time at Guns.com, CZ is putting on an exclusive benefit auction that features a new CZ 75 Legend pistol paired with a restored 1935 ČZ 175 motorcycle.

The CZ 75 Legend pistol and ČZ 175 Motorcycle auction runs June 16-30. The exclusive auction’s proceeds will benefit Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. (C.O.P.S.). This one-of-a-kind auction package brings together two distinctive examples of CZ innovation while supporting an organization dedicated to helping the families and co-workers of law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty.

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CZ Legends Run Forever Campaign

Hook & Barrel Magazine editors got a first-hand look at CZ’s new CZ 75 Legend handgun during a CZ Insider meeting at SHOT Show 2026. Both the motorcycle and CZ’s new CZ 75 Legend pistol were turning heads during the five-day event. The new CZ 75 Legend pistol is inspired by one of the most important designs in the history of handguns. CZ-USA/Dan Wesson Firearms’ Media and Communication Manager Dylan Rice told informed us that, “The iconic CZ 75 returns exactly as it left the production line in the 1970s—an authentic, technically accurate original that fundamentally influenced the development of modern pistols. Be on the lookout for a full review of the CZ 75 Legend handgun in the coming weeks on CZ’s H&B INSIDER page.

CZ’s new CZ 75 Legend deserves, well, a legendary marketing campaign. And there’s no question CZ is on the right track with its “Legends Run Forever” blowout. “Legends Run Forever celebrates the lasting impact of iconic designs and the people who continue to inspire future generations,” said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing for CZ. “Since its introduction in 1975, the CZ 75 has earned its place as one of the most influential handgun designs in the world, known for its innovation, performance, and enduring legacy. Through this auction, we’re proud to pair the CZ 75 Legend with a historic CZ motorcycle to support Concerns of Police Survivors and the families they serve.”

Bid On The CZ 75 Pistol And Motorcyle Before Time Runs Out

Open for bidding now through June 30, the exclusive package features a new CZ 75 Legend, a modern tribute to one of the most important pistol designs ever produced. Introduced in 1975 and designed by František Koucký, the original CZ 75 helped define the “Wonder Nine” category and became one of the most emulated handgun designs in the world.

Included alongside the CZ 75 Legend is a restored 1935 CZ 175 motorcycle featuring the desirable single-exhaust configuration. Professionally restored in the Czech Republic, the motorcycle represents another chapter of CZ’s engineering story, reflecting a period when the company’s innovation extended beyond firearms and into motorcycle production.

Together, the CZ 75 Legend and restored CZ motorcycle create a rare collector offering that celebrates CZ’s long-running impact on firearm design, engineering, and performance while supporting an organization with a deeply meaningful mission.

C.O.P.S. provides resources, programs, peer support, counseling support, survivor events, and other services to help surviving family members and co-workers rebuild their lives after a line-of-duty death. CZ and Guns.com are honored to support that mission through this exclusive benefit auction.

Legal Requirements For Bidders

Terms and conditions apply. CZ will cover the cost of freight shipping for the motorcycle to the winning bidder. The winning bidder is responsible for all applicable taxes, registration, transfer fees, and legal requirements associated with the motorcycle and firearm.

CZ 75 Legend Pistol Origin Story From CZ-USA

Meet The CZ 75 Maker

The CZ 75 pistol was developed in the early 1970s in then-Czechoslovakia as a modern firearm intended primarily for export to Western markets. Its creator, František Koucký, widely regarded as one of the most important firearm designers of his time, relied exclusively on his personal experience, technical intuition, and deep understanding of how firearms should operate in its design. The CZ 75 was developed without the use of modern computational tools and simulations, yet its concept was ahead of its time by an entire generation.

Key CZ 75 Design Features

At the time, it offered an unparalleled blend of features: exceptional shooting comfort, low recoil, smooth SA/DA trigger operation, and an above-average loading capacity in its double-stack magazine – all integrated within a compact, all-metal design. It was this combination that gave rise to the term "Wonder Nine" and laid the foundations for the modern category of 9 mm Luger service pistols.

CZ 75 Legend pistol and CZ 175 Motorcycles in the background

One of the key design features of the CZ 75 is its ergonomics. The shape of the grip allows for a natural and secure grip for shooters with different-sized hands and has become a reference for a wide range of subsequent designs. The internal slide rail in the frame also plays an important role, as it allows for a higher grip, reduces the weight of the slide, and contributes to less recoil and better control during firing.

The distinctiveness of the CZ 75 is also underlined by its SA/DA trigger mechanism. The patented single-arm lever solution has made it possible to achieve a light, smooth, and consistent trigger pull in both SA (single action) and DA (double action) mode, which was quite extraordinary for pistols in this category at the time of its development.

Often Replicated, Never Duplicated

Thanks to its progressive design, the CZ 75 has become one of the most copied pistols in the world, second only to the legendary Colt 1911. Paradoxically, this was aided by the fact that patents for this design were kept secret, due to its potential for service use, and were not publicly available. The CZ 75 thus became an inspiration for dozens of manufacturers and laid the foundations for an entire design family that is still actively developed today.

CZ 75 Legend pistol on the seat of the restored CZ 175 Motorcycle

The CZ 75 Design Legacy Lives On

After 1989, CZ was able to further develop the CZ 75 platform in an extensive line of service, civilian, and sport pistols. Its technical legacy continues today, for example, in the CZ Shadow series of pistols, which dominate IPSC competitions worldwide. Nevertheless, the original CZ 75 has an exceptional place in the history of short firearms as a pistol that defined an entire segment.

The CZ 75 Legend pays tribute to this legacy. It offers the opportunity to own a newly manufactured pistol in an authentic design that corresponds to the original model from the 1970s and reminds us that true legends never grow old.