Walther P99 AS Review; A Decocking Striker?

Published on September 18, 2015
Duration: 4:16

This review of the Walther P99 AS highlights its unique decocking striker-fired mechanism, offering a safe, heavy first shot followed by a lighter single-action pull with minimal slide manipulation. The speaker also praises the P99 AS's 'ingenious' paddle magazine release for its ergonomic advantage, allowing for quick reloads without compromising grip, a feature also noted on the Zastava CZ 999 Compact 9mm.

Quick Summary

The Walther P99 AS is a striker-fired pistol with a unique decocking feature, allowing for a safe, heavy double-action first shot and a lighter single-action pull after minimal slide movement. Its ergonomic paddle magazine release enables quick reloads without compromising grip, a design element also appreciated on the Zastava CZ 999 Compact 9mm.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Walther P99 AS Introduction
  2. 00:10Decocking Feature Appeal (CZ 999)
  3. 00:44Walther P99 AS Decocking Function
  4. 01:17Shooting Performance & Recoil
  5. 01:46Paddle Magazine Release (P99 AS vs. 1911)
  6. 02:58Paddle Release Ergonomics & Advantage
  7. 03:34Ambidextrous Release on CZ 999
  8. 03:57Conclusion: P99 AS Design Appreciation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is unique about the Walther P99 AS's firing mechanism?

The Walther P99 AS is a striker-fired pistol that also features a decocking mechanism. This allows for a safe, heavy double-action first shot, and subsequent shots can be fired in a lighter single-action mode after a minimal slide movement to recock the striker.

How does the paddle magazine release on the Walther P99 AS work?

The P99 AS utilizes an ergonomic paddle magazine release located on the front of the trigger guard. It can be operated by the middle finger or trigger finger, allowing for quick magazine changes without significantly altering the shooting grip.

What are the key technical specifications of the Walther P99 AS?

The Walther P99 AS has an overall length of 7.1 inches, a 4-inch barrel, and weighs 1.5 lbs. Its slide weighs 15.6 oz, and it has a capacity of 15+1 rounds of ammunition.

How does the P99 AS's magazine release compare to a 1911?

The P99 AS's paddle release is praised for maintaining grip stability during reloads, unlike some 1911 button releases which may require a grip shift, potentially disrupting target alignment. Both can be operated with the middle finger.

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