Walther PPQ 22 Review

Published on August 22, 2018
Duration: 18:11

The Walther PPQ 22 offers identical ergonomics and trigger feel to its 9mm counterpart, making it an excellent and cost-effective training tool. It features a 12-round .22 LR magazine, a lightweight aluminum slide, and adjustable sights. While initial reliability was slightly hampered by unlubricated parts, accuracy testing at 7 yards yielded impressive, tight groups.

Quick Summary

The Walther PPQ 22 is an excellent training pistol due to its identical ergonomics and trigger feel to the 9mm PPQ, but at a lower shooting cost. It features a 12-round capacity, a lightweight aluminum slide, and demonstrated impressive accuracy with tight groups during testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Montage
  2. 01:01Training Benefits: PPQ 22 vs 9mm PPQ
  3. 02:25Physical Comparison & Design Differences
  4. 04:17Magazine Capacity & Slide Operation
  5. 06:40Weight & Sights
  6. 06:53Trigger & Safety Features
  7. 09:13Ammunition Testing & Reliability
  8. 10:45Accuracy Testing Results
  9. 12:00Field Stripping & Suppressor Ready Barrel
  10. 15:31Pricing, Value & Magazine Cost

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Walther PPQ 22 a good training pistol?

The PPQ 22 is an excellent training companion because it shares the exact same ergonomics and trigger feel as the standard 9mm PPQ. This allows shooters to practice fundamentals and build proficiency with a much cheaper-to-shoot .22 LR firearm.

How does the Walther PPQ 22 compare physically to the 9mm PPQ?

Physically, the PPQ 22 is identical in dimensions to the 9mm PPQ. Key visual differences include '.22 LR' markings, a matte-finished aluminum slide, and the absence of an external extractor found on the centerfire version.

What is the trigger pull weight on the Walther PPQ 22?

The trigger on the PPQ 22 is designed to mimic the renowned PPQ trigger, featuring a pull weight consistently measured between 3.5 to 3.75 pounds. It also includes a primary trigger safety blade.

What is the accuracy like with the Walther PPQ 22?

Accuracy testing at 7 yards showed the Walther PPQ 22 to be very precise. The review demonstrated the ability to achieve tight, jagged-hole groups, confirming its suitability for accurate target practice and rimfire competitions.

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