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Posted: 3/12/2023 7:13:56 PM EDT
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So I’ve never owned any Walther Pistols and this SD compact has caught my eye . From everything I can tell the PDP is an excellent pistol.
Is there any negatives that someone like myself should know about. I primarily own HK pistols and a few sigs so grip angles etc are all GTG Any aftermarket concerns for mags, holsters etc ? It’s looks like a very well thought out pistol that really doesn’t need anything. I would be adding a RMR, Harthorn Comp when not suppressed and my x300 light. I don’t expect anyone on the Walther sub-fourm to talk me out of it, but you never know. Also $799 seems to be the going rate. Should I expect any better? Honestly that’s seems very fair compared to say the VP9 tactical I had planned to buy. |
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I have a VP9 tactical and a PDP. Both are very good guns; probably the best 9mm guns I own. I'm contemplating buying a a Pro SD as well.
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Originally Posted By Mike_Golf: I have a VP9 tactical and a PDP. Both are very good guns; probably the best 9mm guns I own. I'm contemplating buying a a Pro SD as well. View Quote The HK Tactical price is closer to $1100 so it’s a huge price difference. I’m not sure the HK is any better even if the cost were the same. The price isn’t the issue of the HK was a clear winner. I don’t really see a con with the PDP but the OR HK had the optic riding so high on the plate they use. |
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Originally Posted By USMC_JA: Dont hesitate. I shoot USPSA with my Pro SD and its been fantastic. Silly accurate. Uber reliable. Best striker fired trigger on the market. The only drawback I can find is that the slide to frame fit, particularly at the muzzle end, is a bit loose. So, it will rattle if you shake it. Walther told me it was completely normal. And given the gun will literally shoot one hole groups at 12 yards, I believe them. Taken together, my Pro SD and Q4SF have relegated my Glocks to the dust bin. In fact, I've sold all of them off except for a single G19. https://i.imgur.com/yAQKNgt.jpg View Quote Im down to 3 Glocks which I’ll keep, but they will not get much use. I’m glad you mentioned the slide deal. I’m sure I would have thought it was an issue since I ll not sure I’d get to see two side by side. My normal fun shop is closed Sun/Mon so I’ll swing by tomorrow. Hoping to get lucky and see one in stock if not I’ll order |
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Originally Posted By mc556: Im down to 3 Glocks which I’ll keep, but they will not get much use. I’m glad you mentioned the slide deal. I’m sure I would have thought it was an issue since I ll not sure I’d get to see two side by side. My normal fun shop is closed Sun/Mon so I’ll swing by tomorrow. Hoping to get lucky and see one in stock if not I’ll order View Quote I dont think you will be disappointed. Taylor Freelance and Walther have lots of fun parts. The only other thing to be mindful of is magazine compatibility. The magwell on the Pro SD creates issues with what mags will fit. My Pro SD will not fit standard PDP mags. I have to buy specific baseplates so they can fit. Not a huge deal but something to be mindful of. |
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Went to range next to work with coworkers and shared guns.
I shot coworkers PPQ better than any of my guns so I bought one that day. Last year I wanted another and learned it was replaced with PDP so I bought one. Uses same mags. Only cons: The PDP slide is kind of chucky compared to PPQ, everything else as good or better. Bost have great triggers but are at the low limit of what I consider safe for EDC. |
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Well my favorite local shop was open and had the PDP I wanted in stock for a killer price. I decided to get it .
Upon finishing paperwork I was offered a used mint condition Q5 Match for dirt cheap. Well I went from never owning a Walther to owning two. Attached File |
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How much did you pay for the Q5 Match? I paid $650 out the door, new for mine.
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Tom Sawyer.
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Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: How much did you pay for the Q5 Match? I paid $650 out the door, new for mine. View Quote Wow well I paid $650 for it. Sounds like you got a hell of a deal of I didn't research enough. When I looked online they were all $850 and up if in stock. This one is like new. Judging by the condition of the barrel, mags and breach face I'd say unfired since it left the factory. It accepted the serial # for the free optic plate so we will see. I paid $759 for the PDP which is a bit less than most of the online places were selling for. Edit that mag thats marked up had some adhesive and the lines from being inserted look more pronounced in the pic. So it went to the range at least once. Honestly I love low round count used pistols. Let someone else brake them in on their dime |
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Originally Posted By AR_Dale: /media/mediaFiles/sharedAlbum/B926BC70-2451-4EC1-A889-3A3C070B9F9D-404.gif View Quote Ya the PDP was a planned purchase but the other completely impulse. I am not sure I needed it but it will get used depending on how well I shoot it. I have a range at home so I'll know soon enough. If not it will be on the EE lol |
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Congrats. You did great. And you are going to wish the Q5 Match had the PDP Pro's flat flat trigger. Ive been waiting for 4 months for Walther to restock the Dynamic trigger so I can install one in my Q4SF.
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Originally Posted By USMC_JA: Congrats. You did great. And you are going to wish the Q5 Match had the PDP Pro's flat flat trigger. Ive been waiting for 4 months for Walther to restock the Dynamic trigger so I can install one in my Q4SF. View Quote I have a PDP full-sized and I am waiting for the dynamic trigger also. Everyone says that it is better than the stock trigger and the stock trigger is damn good. I really like the PDP. |
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OK, see you later, Redcoat…
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Originally Posted By mc556: Based on my dry firing the PDP is nicer but both are excellent View Quote The Q5 trigger will get better as you fire the gun. The "creep" (and it was ever so slight) and reset on the Q4 SF trigger I have (same trigger as on your Q5) has gotten noticeably better with rounds sent downrange. But I agree with you....the flat faced trigger on the Pro SD is better. |
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Wow, you guys got good deals.
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Originally Posted By mc556: Wow well I paid $650 for it. Sounds like you got a hell of a deal of I didn't research enough. When I looked online they were all $850 and up if in stock. This one is like new. Judging by the condition of the barrel, mags and breach face I'd say unfired since it left the factory. It accepted the serial # for the free optic plate so we will see. I paid $759 for the PDP which is a bit less than most of the online places were selling for. Edit that mag thats marked up had some adhesive and the lines from being inserted look more pronounced in the pic. So it went to the range at least once. Honestly I love low round count used pistols. Let someone else brake them in on their dime View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By mc556: Originally Posted By tortilla-flats: How much did you pay for the Q5 Match? I paid $650 out the door, new for mine. Wow well I paid $650 for it. Sounds like you got a hell of a deal of I didn't research enough. When I looked online they were all $850 and up if in stock. This one is like new. Judging by the condition of the barrel, mags and breach face I'd say unfired since it left the factory. It accepted the serial # for the free optic plate so we will see. I paid $759 for the PDP which is a bit less than most of the online places were selling for. Edit that mag thats marked up had some adhesive and the lines from being inserted look more pronounced in the pic. So it went to the range at least once. Honestly I love low round count used pistols. Let someone else brake them in on their dime Actually, $685 on 12/2018. |
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I hope they send the RMR plate quickly. I registered it in the parking lot about 10 min after I bought the pistol
I have a RM06 RMR waiting. Attached File |
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My PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro looks down its snooty nose at its lesser brothers......................
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Originally Posted By USPguy: My PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro looks down its snooty nose at its lesser brothers...................... https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/577645/PPQ_Q5_MATCH_SF_PRO_jpg-2746052.JPG View Quote Lol Those look nice. Thank the lord they didn’t have one in stock when I was buying the others. I honestly don’t. Know why I bought the Q5 but that’s never been a problem. Guys who is the go to for holsters for my PDP with the x300? I see Dara and Black scorpion gear. This would be for a battle belt setup so I want retention. Any others or pros and cons of the two I listed ? |
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Originally Posted By mc556: Lol Those look nice. Thank the lord they didn’t have one in stock when I was buying the others. I honestly don’t. Know why I bought the Q5 but that’s never been a problem. Guys who is the go to for holsters for my PDP with the x300? I see Dara and Black scorpion gear. This would be for a battle belt setup so I want retention. Any others or pros and cons of the two I listed ? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By mc556: Originally Posted By USPguy: My PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro looks down its snooty nose at its lesser brothers...................... https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/577645/PPQ_Q5_MATCH_SF_PRO_jpg-2746052.JPG Lol Those look nice. Thank the lord they didn’t have one in stock when I was buying the others. I honestly don’t. Know why I bought the Q5 but that’s never been a problem. Guys who is the go to for holsters for my PDP with the x300? I see Dara and Black scorpion gear. This would be for a battle belt setup so I want retention. Any others or pros and cons of the two I listed ? I went with Falco. https://www.falcoholsters.com/gun-holsters?filter%5Bgun%5D=2151&filter%5Bmodel%5D=4482&filter%5Bbarrel%5D=4496&filter%5Bcaliber%5D=4496 Excellent craftsmanship. And I say that comparing it to my Kramers. I use it with this configuration. Attached File I have switched RDS’s with no problem but the light seems to be an exact fit. I will take a pic in the morning. ETA: Attached File Attached File |
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OK, see you later, Redcoat…
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Originally Posted By mc556: Lol Those look nice. Thank the lord they didn’t have one in stock when I was buying the others. I honestly don’t. Know why I bought the Q5 but that’s never been a problem. View Quote All I can say is, don't EVER hold one in your hand. I held this the first time last Oct or so & could NOT get it out of my thoughts. I own or have held some very expensive guns (Korth, Janz, Baer, Brown, Nighthawk, etc) in my time. But the PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro hit my hand unlike anything else I can recall. I finally bought mine a couple of weeks ago. I don't recall any other gun I own that I went that long between holding & buying. In a world full of polymer framed guns, it's wonderful to hold a sculpted piece of steel. Haven't shot it yet but look forward to doing so. I have some CZ Custom guns that I want to measure it against. |
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Originally Posted By USPguy: All I can say is, don't EVER hold one in your hand. I held this the first time last Oct or so & could NOT get it out of my thoughts. I own or have held some very expensive guns (Korth, Janz, Baer, Brown, Nighthawk, etc) in my time. But the PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro hit my hand unlike anything else I can recall. I finally bought mine a couple of weeks ago. I don't recall any other gun I own that I went that long between holding & buying. In a world full of polymer framed guns, it's wonderful to hold a sculpted piece of steel. Haven't shot it yet but look forward to doing so. I have some CZ Custom guns that I want to measure it against. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By USPguy: Originally Posted By mc556: Lol Those look nice. Thank the lord they didn’t have one in stock when I was buying the others. I honestly don’t. Know why I bought the Q5 but that’s never been a problem. All I can say is, don't EVER hold one in your hand. I held this the first time last Oct or so & could NOT get it out of my thoughts. I own or have held some very expensive guns (Korth, Janz, Baer, Brown, Nighthawk, etc) in my time. But the PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro hit my hand unlike anything else I can recall. I finally bought mine a couple of weeks ago. I don't recall any other gun I own that I went that long between holding & buying. In a world full of polymer framed guns, it's wonderful to hold a sculpted piece of steel. Haven't shot it yet but look forward to doing so. I have some CZ Custom guns that I want to measure it against. I sold my CZ Shadow 2 and kinda regret it. I shoot plates at home, but don't compete in anything that really justifies such a heavy pistol. on the flip side they are fun and accurate. I am hoping I get home in time to fire the two I just got. I am hoping Q5 I have will fill the void as a cheaper version of the CZ I had. |
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Nice- how does the compact handle/shoot vs the full size?
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Originally Posted By ar15joe: Nice- how does the compact handle/shoot vs the full size? View Quote I don’t know but the Pro SD compact I bought shoots great. I got home before dark and got 50 rounds in. My only issue right now is finding the extra 18rd mags that match what came with it I liked the Q5 as well but I only had time to run a single mag through it. |
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Originally Posted By mc556: I don’t know but the Pro SD compact I bought shoots great. I got home before dark and got 50 rounds in. My only issue right now is finding the extra 18rd mags that match what came with it I liked the Q5 as well but I only had time to run a single mag through it. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By mc556: Originally Posted By ar15joe: Nice- how does the compact handle/shoot vs the full size? I don’t know but the Pro SD compact I bought shoots great. I got home before dark and got 50 rounds in. My only issue right now is finding the extra 18rd mags that match what came with it I liked the Q5 as well but I only had time to run a single mag through it. It really is a strange thing how grips “fit.” I have a G27 that I shoot very well with two fingers hanging off the grip. My full sized PDP is a totally different animal. I’m 6’3” and all of my fingers fit on comfortably. No extended magazines, nothing. “High axis,” “snappy.” I don’t know what that means? It’s a 9mm. It doesn’t shoot the second shot 6–8” away. They are usually almost touching. I am not exaggerating. When you pick up one of these pistols and shoot it, you will know exactly what I mean. I don’t know if it’s the trigger, the grip, magic, or a combination of all three. Shoot one, form your own opinion. I like them and am almost scared to shoot one of the compacts because I will be adding to the stable. Really nice firearms. |
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OK, see you later, Redcoat…
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I didn’t think it was snappy at all. I’m no expert, but I’ve owned a lot of pistols and I believe the mechanical grip Simone has plays a huge part of that perception.
Years ago I started with the high thumbs forward grip. I just grabbed my p320 AXG and the PDP and the bore axis looks identical in and the AXG’s slide sits a bit higher up. The AXG heavy compared to the PDP. I haven’t shot them side by side yet. In the next week or two I think I’m going to pull out a few pistols and do a non scientific test. In my mind it’s always been the G19 that felt snappy. Now I have no doubt I’d get flamed criticizing, perfection on their subform. I don’t own a timer, but I do have a few steel plates that are spaced a few feet apart with a 3rd about 10ft. I like to run those as a 1-2/1-2 then 3-3 for practice. Spoiler the MP5 is the king especially suppressed with 158 subs. Everyone feels like Delta shooting it. I think I’ll try the PDP against a few others. VP9sk with the extended 13 mag and a p30sk G19, P01 tactical and the p320 AXG. Any of you in the SC update or close by that has a timer and wants some free range time ? |
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This guy is a Master Class shooter and has done testing with the PDP and bore axis. Interesting results.
Walther PDP - Now with 100% more "P"s! Is BORE AXIS a MYTH? Testing Bore axis vs. Ergonomics vs. Weight ETA: Since OP is diving into the Walther pool and finding the waters as refreshing as those of us who have been here awhile, perhaps this vid will also be useful. Walther Q4SF vs Sig Sauer P320 AXG Scorpion - Metal Striker Showdown! |
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Apparently the plate came yesterday. That’s 2.5 days from order form to mailbox. Not bad Walther
To comp or not to comp. I hate the Rowland Special moniker, but it’s a sound concept that shoots great with hot 124s. I already had the Rm06 and x300 I have about 500 lose 124 Gold Dots and a bunch of power Pistol so I say comp. I hate to admit it but I don’t care much for hanging the suppressor off a pistol. I much more enjoy them on a PCC/PDW so the comps not going to be a pain to remove etc. Attached File |
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Originally Posted By USMC_JA: This guy is a Master Class shooter and has done testing with the PDP and bore axis. Interesting results. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VelfFEAkFPs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKg8Mlzyxro ETA: Since OP is diving into the Walther pool and finding the waters as refreshing as those of us who have been here awhile, perhaps this vid will also be useful. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6M5H03ovwo View Quote Thanks for the clips. I’ve always felt people listen to paid internet influencers way to much. Every time I hear about Glock perfection and G19 is on choice I cringe. They are fine pistols but definitely have their flaws. |
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Ok so let’s talk PPQ .22 SD I see they can be had for under $350 My 22 trainer is an Advantage Arms G19 slide conversion. As usually goes with .22 semis it only like certain ammo. I can accept that. The reviews seem favorable. Has anyone had luck milling on for a RMR? Is that possible without hitting any internals? The RMR is pretty lightweight so with milling some metal out the slide the slide might still be able to function without messing ( much) with the spring. Not a deal killer for me just curious. These are a blast with rimfire especially with a RMR. Attached File |
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Originally Posted By mc556: Ok so let’s talk PPQ .22 SD I see they can be had for under $350 My 22 trainer is an Advantage Arms G19 slide conversion. As usually goes with .22 semis it only like certain ammo. I can accept that. The reviews seem favorable. Has anyone had luck milling on for a RMR? Is that possible without hitting any internals? The RMR is pretty lightweight so with milling some metal out the slide the slide might still be able to function without messing ( much) with the spring. Not a deal killer for me just curious. These are a blast with rimfire especially with a RMR. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/87899/6C9BEFC3-2F4E-4885-B7C9-06FA641B3114_jpe-2750524.JPG View Quote You are welcome for the clips. Glocks are good for what they are...a floor...NOT a ceiling as far as striker fired polymer framed handguns go. It took me a while to fully understand this. But now I've seen the light. The PPQ .22 is the one Walther Ive seen mixed results with. But that is also anecdotal. So, do your homework (as it appears you are doing). My trainer is a Volquartsen upper on an old MkII lower. It eats EVERYTHING, suppressed or not. But I also recognize it is a different manual of arms from the PDP/Q4. |
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Originally Posted By USMC_JA: You are welcome for the clips. Glocks are good for what they are...a floor...NOT a ceiling as far as striker fired polymer framed handguns go. It took me a while to fully understand this. But now I've seen the light. The PPQ .22 is the one Walther Ive seen mixed results with. But that is also anecdotal. So, do your homework (as it appears you are doing). My trainer is a Volquartsen upper on an old MkII lower. It eats EVERYTHING, suppressed or not. But I also recognize it is a different manual of arms from the PDP/Q4. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By USMC_JA: Originally Posted By mc556: Ok so let’s talk PPQ .22 SD I see they can be had for under $350 My 22 trainer is an Advantage Arms G19 slide conversion. As usually goes with .22 semis it only like certain ammo. I can accept that. The reviews seem favorable. Has anyone had luck milling on for a RMR? Is that possible without hitting any internals? The RMR is pretty lightweight so with milling some metal out the slide the slide might still be able to function without messing ( much) with the spring. Not a deal killer for me just curious. These are a blast with rimfire especially with a RMR. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/87899/6C9BEFC3-2F4E-4885-B7C9-06FA641B3114_jpe-2750524.JPG You are welcome for the clips. Glocks are good for what they are...a floor...NOT a ceiling as far as striker fired polymer framed handguns go. It took me a while to fully understand this. But now I've seen the light. The PPQ .22 is the one Walther Ive seen mixed results with. But that is also anecdotal. So, do your homework (as it appears you are doing). My trainer is a Volquartsen upper on an old MkII lower. It eats EVERYTHING, suppressed or not. But I also recognize it is a different manual of arms from the PDP/Q4. The PPQ .22 intrest is definitely based on the same manual of arms. |
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I need to pick up a few extra mags for PDP pro just not at $80 a pop.
In case any of you guys were looking, they’re $41 at gunmag warehouse I absolutely love this pistol, but that was my big hang up. |
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It really might be or is certainly at the top. Unfortunately in one of the Canik threads someone asked if Walther was had copied Canik. Great pistol, but not really marketed in any way that is effective.
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Originally Posted By USPguy: All I can say is, don't EVER hold one in your hand. I held this the first time last Oct or so & could NOT get it out of my thoughts. I own or have held some very expensive guns (Korth, Janz, Baer, Brown, Nighthawk, etc) in my time. But the PPQ Q5 Match SF Pro hit my hand unlike anything else I can recall. I finally bought mine a couple of weeks ago. I don't recall any other gun I own that I went that long between holding & buying. In a world full of polymer framed guns, it's wonderful to hold a sculpted piece of steel. Haven't shot it yet but look forward to doing so. I have some CZ Custom guns that I want to measure it against. View Quote I'd say the only firearm line that feels as good in the hand as a PPQ/PDP is a CZ P-01/SP-01. Perfect geometry for all of these, although the PDP is grippier than the PPQ. |
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Bought the PDP and already bought the PDP SD Pro before even firing. Quantum leap over the glocks although they will always have their place. Close as you can get to SA trigger
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