The CZ 2075 RAMI, CZ's sub-compact version of its venerable CZ75 pistol, combines small size with up to 10+1 rounds of medium-caliber capacity. Distributed by CZ-USA (Dept. ST, P.O. Box 171073, Kansas City, KS 66117; 800-955-4486; www.cz-usa.com), it's available in either 9mm or .40 S&W. And it's a darn fine design.

Radek Hauerland and Milan Trkulja designed the RAMI, hence the model designation--it's an acronym derived from the first two letters of their first names. Operation is the proven short-recoil system with the lock-up design borrowed, with some modification, from the SP47/8 SIG, or, as it's more popularly known, the P-210.

The RAMI's sights are angled to prevent snagging and drift-adjustable for windage. CZ offers interchangeable front sights to adjust elevation to a unique load.

Of significant difference in the lock-up is that while the SIG has additional lugs in front of the barrel block that lock into the top of the slide the RAMI relies solely on the block around the chamber area to lock into the ejection port. That slighter arrangement should not be mistaken for a weakness because it's the same degree of locking seen on Glock pistols.

Upon firing, the barrel and slide recoil together for about five millimeters, after which the barrel is forced down and out of engagement with the slide by the action of the kidney-shaped cutout in the barrel lug riding down the slide stop pin. Once free from the barrel engagement, the slide cycles fully, ejecting the spent cartridge case and picking up a fresh round from the double-stack magazine.

SPECS CZ 2075 RAMI .40 S&W DA/SA Semiautomatic Pistol
Importer:	CZ USA
Model:	2075 RAMI
Operation:	Short-recoil-operated DA/SA autoloader
Caliber:	.40 S&W
Barrel Length:	3 inches
Overall Length:	6.57 inches
Weight, empty	24.5 ounces
Height:	4.72 inches
Safety:	Manual trigger and slide locking safety lever, passive firing pin safety
Sights:	Three illuminated dot system
Stocks:	Black rubber
Magazine Capacity:	8 rounds
Finish:	Black polycoat
Price:	$576

The machined slide rails are full length and ride on full-length rails on the inside of the frame. That results in maximum bearing surface between slide and frame but also maximizes accuracy potential by minimizing side play. Returning the slide to the closed position is a stout compound recoil spring assembly, necessitated by the abbreviated length of the RAMI. The assembly's large outer spring is removable, but the inner spring component is captive.

The RAMI employs a selective double-action/single-action trigger mode to suit the shooter's preference. Internally, there are no surprises. A stirrup-shaped trigger bar passes around both sides of the magazine. Bumps on either leg of that trigger bar press against the slide to force the trigger bar down and out of engagement with the hammer assembly, thus disconnecting the trigger when the slide is not closed fully.

Pulling the trigger in the double-action mode moves the bar rearward, cocking the hammer. At the end of its travel, the bar lifts the firing pin block lever and trips the sear allowing the hammer to fly forward under pressure of the coil mainspring to strike the firing pin and fire the gun.

Ergonomically, there's a lot to like about the sub-compact CZ 2075 RAMI. The magazine release and safety levers are in familiar locations for Model 1911 users, and the beavertail at the top of the backstrap muzzles any chance of a bite from the RAMI's Commander-style hammer.

The distinct hump on the backstrap fills the hand properly while vertical grooves on it and horizontal grooves on the frontstrap ensure a good grip for all but the meatiest of paws. Magazine floorplates have a finger shelf, though even small-handed shooters will find their little finger curling under the butt. Those with larger hands may find their little finger wagging around for a place to rest.