Walther 5" PPQ 22 Tabletop Review and Field Strip

Published on August 16, 2018
Duration: 11:01

This review covers the Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR, highlighting its similarity in feel and handling to its centerfire PPQ counterparts, making it an excellent training tool. The video details its hammer-fired mechanism, unique slide serrations, fiber optic front sight, and provides a step-by-step field strip guide. It also touches on the importance of using snap caps or chamber flags when dry-firing .22 LR firearms due to their rimfire nature.

Quick Summary

The Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR is an excellent training firearm due to its similarity in feel and handling to centerfire PPQ models. It features a hammer-fired mechanism, a lightweight, hollowed-out slide, and a crisp trigger with a less pronounced reset. Always use snap caps or a chamber flag when dry-firing .22 LR to protect the firing pin.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to 5-inch Walthers
  2. 00:37Introducing the PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR
  3. 01:02Included Accessories
  4. 01:55Firearm Overview
  5. 02:39Front End Details
  6. 03:05Handling and Feel
  7. 04:12Hammer-Fired Mechanism
  8. 04:20Sight Picture and Adjustment
  9. 04:30Right Side Features
  10. 04:50Proof Marks and Barrel
  11. 05:18Dry Firing Safety for .22 LR
  12. 06:04Trigger Test
  13. 06:31Trigger Reset Discussion
  14. 06:45Pre-Field Strip Notes
  15. 07:15Field Strip Procedure
  16. 07:52Inside the Slide: Recoil Spring
  17. 08:11Inside the Slide: Hammer Mechanism
  18. 08:55Barrel and Hood Assembly
  19. 09:09Guide Rod
  20. 09:23Threaded Barrel Feature
  21. 09:40Slide Material and Weight
  22. 09:47Overall Impressions and Training Value
  23. 10:12Training Benefits of .22 LR
  24. 10:20Holster Compatibility
  25. 10:34Conclusion and Range Test Preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR a good training firearm?

The Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR is an excellent training firearm because it closely mimics the feel and handling of its centerfire PPQ counterparts. This allows shooters to practice fundamentals like grip, sight alignment, and trigger control with less expensive .22 LR ammunition, while still developing good habits.

Why is it important to use snap caps or a chamber flag when dry-firing a .22 LR firearm?

Dry-firing a .22 LR firearm without protection can damage the firing pin. Unlike centerfire cartridges where the firing pin hits a primer, the .22 LR firing pin is designed to strike the rim of the cartridge. Without a cartridge or snap cap in the chamber, the firing pin can hit the chamber wall directly, leading to wear or breakage over time.

What is unique about the trigger mechanism of the Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR?

The Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR is a hammer-fired pistol, which differs from many other PPQ models that are striker-fired. This hammer-fired system results in a trigger pull that has a crisp break but a less pronounced tactile and audible reset, and a slightly longer travel compared to striker-fired designs.

How is the Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR field stripped?

To field strip the Walther PPQ M2 5-inch .22 LR, first ensure it's unloaded. Pull the slide all the way back, then push down on the takedown levers until they lock. The slide can then be moved forward and off the frame. The recoil spring and guide rod are then removed from the slide.

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