Walther CCP

Published on June 4, 2015
Duration: 21:57

Hickok45 reviews the Walther CCP, a 9mm single-stack pistol featuring a unique gas-delayed blowback system. While praising its shootability and accuracy, he notes complexities in disassembly and a long trigger reset. The review highlights comparisons to the Glock 43 and M&P Shield, offering practical insights for potential owners.

Quick Summary

The Walther CCP is a 9mm pistol featuring a gas-delayed blowback (Softcoil) system. While offering a decent trigger pull and good shootability, it has a long trigger reset and an awkward disassembly process requiring a tool. It's slightly thicker than a Glock 43, with comparable recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Initial Shooting
  2. 00:36Overview and Magazine Capacity
  3. 02:41Trigger and Reset
  4. 03:25Disassembly and Internal Mechanism
  5. 05:51Recoil and Size Comparison
  6. 07:54Final Verdict and Shootability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating system of the Walther CCP?

The Walther CCP utilizes a unique gas-delayed blowback system, often referred to as 'Softcoil,' which uses gas pressure vented from the barrel to slow the slide's rearward movement, aiming to reduce recoil.

How does the Walther CCP compare in size and recoil to the Glock 43?

The Walther CCP is noted to be slightly thicker than the Glock 43. While its gas system is designed to manage recoil, the felt impulse is described as similar to, or even slightly snappier than, the Glock 43 by reviewer Hickok45.

What is a notable characteristic of the Walther CCP's trigger?

The trigger pull itself is considered decent, but the Walther CCP is characterized by a long trigger reset. This means the trigger must travel significantly forward after firing before it can be reset for the next shot, which may affect shooting cadence for some users.

Is the Walther CCP easy to disassemble?

The disassembly process for the Walther CCP is described as awkward. It requires the use of a specific tool, such as a small screwdriver or punch, to depress a rear locking mechanism before the slide can be removed from the frame.

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