I DON'T LIKE THE PDP - BUT ITS GREAT!

Published on February 15, 2026
Duration: 15:53

Reno May reviews the Walther PDP, praising its ergonomics, ambidextrous controls, and excellent factory trigger. Despite shooting it well, he finds the recoil 'clunky' due to the slide design. He notes potential grip issues for those with larger hands and discusses reliability concerns at high round counts, along with undesirable California-specific features like the LCI and magazine disconnect.

Quick Summary

Reno May reviews the Walther PDP, praising its excellent ergonomics, large controls, and outstanding factory trigger. However, he notes a 'clunky' recoil impulse and potential grip issues. Reliability concerns at high round counts and undesirable California-specific features like the LCI are also discussed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Range Performance
  2. 00:56Review Context and California Availability
  3. 02:31Ergonomics and Controls
  4. 04:38Grip and Hand Size Issues
  5. 05:56Trigger Assessment
  6. 07:15Shooting Performance and Recoil
  7. 11:01Reliability and High Round Counts
  8. 12:26California Specific Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the pros and cons of the Walther PDP according to Reno May?

Pros include excellent ergonomics, large ambidextrous controls, and a top-tier factory trigger. Cons involve a 'clunky' recoil impulse due to the slide design, potential grip issues for some users, and undesirable California-mandated features like the LCI and magazine disconnect.

What are the reliability concerns with the Walther PDP?

While generally reliable for most users, competition shooters have reported extractor issues in Walther PDPs that have seen very high round counts, typically between 10,000 and 20,000 rounds.

How is the trigger on the Walther PDP?

The Performance Duty Trigger (PDT) on the Walther PDP is highly praised as one of the best factory striker-fired triggers available, offering light take-up, a solid wall, a clean break, and a distinct reset.

What are the California-specific features on the Walther PDP?

California-compliant Walther PDP models include a Loaded Chamber Indicator (LCI) on the top of the slide and a magazine disconnect safety, both of which are often seen as unnecessary or detrimental by experienced shooters.

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