Walther PPQ M2 with BT Guide Rod (HD)

Published on May 10, 2015
Duration: 5:49

This video demonstrates the Walther PPQ M2 with an installed BT Guide Rod, highlighting its effect on recoil and reliability. The presenter tests the firearm with both factory and Canik TP9 magazines, confirming compatibility. The BT Guide Rod, weighing one ounce more than the factory version, is noted for potentially reducing felt recoil. The PPQ M2 is shown to function flawlessly with various ammunition types, including carry rounds like Remington Golden Saber and Federal HST.

Quick Summary

The BT steel guide rod for the Walther PPQ M2 weighs approximately one ounce more than the factory version, contributing to a slight reduction in felt recoil. This aftermarket upgrade, along with the factory spring, ensures 100% reliability with various ammunition types, including carry rounds, and allows for compatibility with Gen 1 Canik TP9 magazines.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Walther PPQ M2 with BT Guide Rod
  2. 00:06BT Guide Rod Weight and Recoil Impact
  3. 00:47Testing Canik TP9 Magazine Compatibility
  4. 01:18Using Factory Walther Magazine
  5. 01:56Functionality Check with BT Guide Rod
  6. 02:16Canik TP9 Magazine Fitment Confirmation
  7. 03:22Continued BT Guide Rod Testing with 9mm PPQ
  8. 03:27Testing with Carry Ammunition
  9. 04:23Specific Carry Ammunition Types
  10. 04:57Overall Functionality and BT Guide Rod Performance
  11. 05:12Low Recoil Observation
  12. 05:18Target Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a steel guide rod reduce recoil in the Walther PPQ M2?

Yes, the BT steel guide rod for the Walther PPQ M2 weighs about an ounce more than the factory version. This added weight at the front of the firearm can help mitigate felt recoil, making follow-up shots potentially faster and more controlled.

Are Canik TP9 magazines compatible with the Walther PPQ M2?

Yes, the video confirms that Gen 1 Canik TP9 magazines are compatible with the Walther PPQ M2. They fit and function flawlessly during shooting tests, offering an alternative magazine option for PPQ M2 owners.

How does the BT Guide Rod perform with different ammunition types?

The BT Guide Rod, along with the factory spring, allowed the Walther PPQ M2 to function 100% flawlessly with both standard practice ammunition and hotter carry rounds like Remington Golden Saber and Federal HST. No malfunctions were observed.

What is the benefit of the BT Guide Rod for the Walther PPQ M2?

The primary benefit of the BT Guide Rod is its potential to reduce felt recoil due to its increased weight compared to the factory guide rod. It also demonstrated excellent reliability and compatibility with various magazines and ammunition types during testing.

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