Walther PDP New Duty pistol.

[GJM]

I would like to see what the 5 inch Match version is all about.

Five inch polymer PDP with a Dynamic Performance Trigger?

[SamueL]

Five inch polymer PDP with a Dynamic Performance Trigger?

That's what it looks like from the item details. Also 20 round mags, so probably standard mags with extensions and possibly a magwell. I'm thinking a 5 inch Pro SD minus a threaded barrel.

[GJM]

Something I don't like about the PDP is the the beaver tail. It protrudes further than necessary side to side, and has a flat section that smacks the base of my strong hand thumb. Nothing a dremel can't improve.





The only load I have shot a group with through my 5 inch PDP is PMC 124, and it shoots that load exceedingly well. This is freestyle today from 20 yards, and typical of the other groups I have shot with it.

[crosseyedshooter]

That's what it looks like from the item details. Also 20 round mags, so probably standard mags with extensions and possibly a magwell. I'm thinking a 5 inch Pro SD minus a threaded barrel.

Ironically, the 4.5” PDP Pro SD has something like a 5.1” barrel. Walther has been playing catch-up to the rest of the industry for as long as I can remember. The P99 was probably their last innovative pistol; too bad it never caught on.

Not sure what they can announce these days that wouldn’t be a letdown.

[GJM]

Pretty rough crowd on PF! It may not be innovative, but with the PDP, Walther has a pistol that shoots two inches at 25 yards, has arguably the best stock trigger of any striker, offers an excellent optional performance trigger, with the 2.0 has a robust optics mounting system, comes in various grip and slide lengths, uses MecGar magazines, has great texture, and is reasonably priced.

[Steve m]

Gonna go pick up PDP compact today. Dedicated glock shooter for decades here. However lately I have been noticing that with my g19 gen 5s set up with the GPT, holosun 507 and trl7a, I am working hard to get acceptable hits. I define those as a zone or down zero depending on target.
I will set up the pdp similar
Questions
-has anyone used the after market recoil springs (15-13lb)
-are pdp ammo sensitive i usually use federal 115 or 124, blazer115 or local company, defender 115 grn
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Thanks
Steve

[GJM]

Gonna go pick up PDP compact today. Dedicated glock shooter for decades here. However lately I have been noticing that with my g19 gen 5s set up with the GPT, holosun 507 and trl7a, I am working hard to get acceptable hits. I define those as a zone or down zero depending on target.
I will set up the pdp similar
Questions
-has anyone used the after market recoil springs (15-13lb)
-are pdp ammo sensitive i usually use federal 115 or 124, blazer115 or local company, defender 115 grn
-

Thanks
Steve

I am using a W74 Tungsten guide rod and 15 pound recoil spring in my 5 inch PDP. For carry, I would stick with the OEM RSA and spring. I haven't noticed ammo sensitivity in my PPQ or PDP pistols. This guide rod might work for you:

https://modern-samurai-project.myshopify.com/products/

[Steve m]

@GJM

Thanks for the info, was looking at that particular guide rod.
Not the best shooter, compete in IDPA locally, taken several classes, just looking to get better performance, I know that is subjective, however can’t get it out of my mind that during my practice sessions it feels like im working hard. 100% probably me. The g5s give me consistent high 90s on the test, low 290s on super test, ~6.5 sec on the fast drill. Decent scores in IDPA.
Probably over thinking


Thanks
Steve

[GJM]

@GJM

Thanks for the info, was looking at that particular guide rod.
Not the best shooter, compete in IDPA locally, taken several classes, just looking to get better performance, I know that is subjective, however can’t get it out of my mind that during my practice sessions it feels like im working hard. 100% probably me. The g5s give me consistent high 90s on the test, low 290s on super test, ~6.5 sec on the fast drill. Decent scores in IDPA.
Probably over thinking


Thanks
Steve

Most hardware changes are a distraction. On the other hand, a large part of the game is mental, and a change can excite and motivate you.

Both the G5 Glock and PDP shoot great at 25. The Glock is softer shooting, easier to reload and easier to maintain /accessorize. The Walther is the easier pistol to press the trigger without disturbing the sights.

[parishioner]

Are these still experiencing the trigger degradation issue or was that the PPQ? Its difficult to keep track sometimes.