CZ Shadow 2 Target accessories

The CZ Shadow 2 Target is built around precision: a hand-fitted, polished barrel (in 5" or 6"), a crisp single-action trigger, and true target sights. In this category you’ll find accessories that help you fine-tune the pistol to your grip, your discipline, and the way you want the gun to track in recoil.

Not sure where to start? Think in this order: aiming (sights or optics), feel (trigger + grips), then speed (magazine handling and reloads).

Aiming upgrades: target sights, OR plates, and red dot mounts

Many Shadow 2 Target owners stay with irons and simply refine them. The factory concept already supports very precise alignment, and aftermarket options let you tailor visibility (front sight width, fiber optic vs. plain black, different rear notch styles, etc.). Browse our CZ Shadow 2 sights to pick a setup that matches your lighting and your preferred sight picture.

If you want to run an optic, use a CZ Shadow 2 Target red dot mount that replaces the rear sight in the dovetail cut.

Tip: the Target model ships with a fully adjustable rear sight—switching to a dovetail optic mount means you’ll be giving that up, so it’s worth deciding whether you want a pure bullseye setup or a dot-driven training/competition setup.

Trigger feel and control parts

The Shadow 2 Target is already designed for adjustability, but small parts can still make a big difference in how the gun breaks and resets for your hand. Common upgrades include trigger components, springs, extended controls (mag release / safety), and parts that improve consistency across long training sessions. Choose parts based on your goal: a cleaner break for slow-fire precision, or a predictable reset and control access for faster strings.

Balance and recoil control: frame weights

One of the biggest “Target-specific” features is the front-of-frame interface intended for frame weights. That lets you tune balance and reduce muzzle rise in a way that feels noticeably different from a standard dust-cover setup. If you’re chasing flatter tracking (especially in faster target work), a correctly chosen weight is often the most noticeable change you can make without touching the core mechanics.

Because of this design, always read fitment notes carefully—Shadow 2 Target accessories in this area are purpose-built and won’t necessarily match parts intended for standard Shadow 2 frames with an accessory rail.

Reload speed: magwells and base pads

If you shoot any discipline where reloads matter, the classic combo is a magwell (for faster, more forgiving insertions) plus base pads (for a stronger purchase and often added capacity, depending on the magazine and rules).

Quick rule: once you add a magwell, you typically want base pads designed to work with it—otherwise insertions can hang up.

Enhanced grips: choose the right length and thickness

Grips are the “every shot” upgrade: they change how the pistol sits in your palm, how repeatable your support-hand pressure is, and how stable the gun feels in transitions. If you’re experimenting with magwells, grip length matters:

From there, pick texture and thickness based on your hand size and whether you want a “locked-in” feel or easier micro-adjustments during slow-fire work.

Holsters and range setup

Finally, make sure your carry/range setup matches the exact variant you own. The Shadow 2 Target can be 5" or 6", and that extra length can matter for holster fit. If you run tall sights or a red dot, choose a holster designed with that clearance in mind so nothing rubs or catches during the draw.

If you’re unsure about compatibility (especially between 5" vs. 6" or Target vs. standard Shadow 2 parts), message us with your exact model and setup goal—we’ll point you to the right combination.