Opinions on Walther PPQ 9mm

[Skywired]

My wife has just fallen in love with the Walther P22....the trigger, the way it handles, the way it shoots, the way it feels, etc. Now she wants to kick it up a notch. How does every body feel about the Walther PPQ 9mm? We're hoping that it will be a P22 in 9mm. Is that accurate? Or just so much smoke?

Already got a Glock and a Kel-Tec. Just looking for a "P22 in 9mm"

 

[TomN]

If you're hoping that it's a P22 in 9mm prepare to be disappointed. The PPQ is not in the same class as the P22. That would be like driving a Pinto and wondering if a Porche would be in the same class. The PPQ is equal or better than most of the other polymer guns out there, and I'd dare say that it gives the HK a run for its money. It's a little flippy when firing but it's extremely accurate the the trigger is amazing. It's simply a fantastic gun.

 

[netsecurity]

It is one of the lightest guns I own, but doesn't have bad recoil at all. The sights are the only thing I don't care for, because there is a lot of space between the front and rear dots, but it is still the most accurate I think. I wish it had a safety though. I would say to buy it and I think you'll want to keep it. Mine is a First Edition, so it has night sights and a threads barrel, which is also very cool. I like the M&P slightly better, because I tend to shoot it faster, but the PPQ is a bit more accurate.

 

[WestSider]

The PPQ is right up there on my wish list next to the M&P Shield.

 

[voodoo304]

I jumped off the Glock bandwagon for my PPQ and never looked back. It's simply amazing. Ergonomics and accuracy are second to none. I would recommend it to anyone. Good luck and have fun!

 

[backfire]

I've got a Desert Eagle MR9, which is a blend of the Walther PPQ and the P99. I must say that after shooting Glocks, Smith MP9's etc, it's simply the best handgun I've ever owned in all critiqued areas. The Walther PPQ is an fantastic firearm and will likely be the next one I buy for the "nightstand".

Good Luck and bring it home!

 

[Hop]

Workmanship wise I like my old P99 better than my PPQ. The PPQ isn't bad at all though (both .40). Ergonomics wise the PPQ feels great in my hand. I also think the PPQ trigger is great but it's right at the "almost too light for a defense gun" limit. I enjoy shooting my Steyr guns more. Steyr = less felt recoil, less muzzle flip, a bunch of little details that not many other guns have.

 

[Skywired]

Thanks to all for your time and advice. I bit the bullet, so to speak, and bought one! My next scheduled range day is not till next Wednesday. So all I can do is stare at it for now.

 

[backfire]

Thanks to all for your time and advice. I bit the bullet, so to speak, and bought one! My next scheduled range day is not till next Wednesday. So all I can do is stare at it for now.

Congratulations! Nice gun!!

 

[Checkfoo]

I've shot both, in 9mm. The Glock had slightly less recoil. The pre-travel is the same. The break on the PPQ is just as crisp as the glock but about a pound or so less. The Reset on the Glock is more defined, but the PPQ is shorter. The grip on the PPQ was more comfortable and I shot it more accurately during slow fire. I really enjoyed the PPQ and would love to own one.

 

[Hop]

I've shot both, in 9mm. The Glock had slightly less recoil. The pre-travel is the same. The break on the PPQ is just as crisp as the glock but about a pound or so less. The Reset on the Glock is more defined, but the PPQ is shorter. The grip on the PPQ was more comfortable and I shot it more accurately during slow fire. I really enjoyed the PPQ and would love to own one.

An out of the box Glock or a reworked trigger? The Glock triggers I've tried felt a bit vague.

I shot my PPQ .40 again a few days ago and like it much better now.

 

[Checkfoo]

The Glock I'm referring to has a factory trigger group.

 

[TaunTaun]

I've been happy with my PPQ. Now the trouble is keeping it away from the wife, I think she wants to steal it....

 

[tdoom15]

I've shot both, in 9mm. The Glock had slightly less recoil. The pre-travel is the same. The break on the PPQ is just as crisp as the glock but about a pound or so less. The Reset on the Glock is more defined, but the PPQ is shorter. The grip on the PPQ was more comfortable and I shot it more accurately during slow fire. I really enjoyed the PPQ and would love to own one.

I would agree with most of that, except that the PPQ has a noticeably cleaner and more predictable break, as well as slightly more take up. Reset is positive on both, although I also give the PPQ the edge.

The PPQ does have more muzzle flip.

 

[Shroom]

Thanks to all for your time and advice. I bit the bullet, so to speak, and bought one! My next scheduled range day is not till next Wednesday. So all I can do is stare at it for now.

Congrats, you cant go wrong with a Walther . Give us a review when you get back from the range.

 

[voodoo304]

Congrats! You won't regret it!

 

[Skywired]

"A better gun does not make a better shooter."

Sadly, this is true.

 

[Effingham]

I love my PPQ. It makes me very happy.