The CZ 97 B, discontinued in 2022, is the .45 ACP counterpart to the renowned CZ 75 B, maintaining operational similarity with features like SA/DA operation, a firing pin block safety, and a magazine brake. Introduced in 1997, the CZ 97 B boasts a 10-round double-stack magazine and includes a screw-in barrel bushing and loaded chamber indicator. The handgun was designed to retain the functionality, ergonomics, and accuracy of its 9mm sibling while offering a larger caliber option. Enhancements in 2013 included thin aluminum grips, which made the gun comfortable for smaller hands, a fiber optic front sight for better range performance, and improvements to the feed ramp for increased reliability. The pistol also features a dust cover on the frame, similar to other CZ-75 models, but without an accessory rail. Known for its robustness and accuracy, the CZ 97 B remained popular among enthusiasts for its solid construction and dependable performance until its discontinuation.