When you need a 45 that you can trust, the market is usually pretty slim. 1911’s are my go-to for the most part, but for maximum handling capability, though I have opted for the USP45 in recent years. A year or so ago, Walther introduced their first 45.
This came in the form of the very popular PPQ line. Everything crossed over from the original PPQ pistols. The trigger stayed the same, the cosmetics, and the overall function and reliability. Though there were a few changes that made the pistol unique to the other designs. The barrel and the overall grip and size are a bit different, as well as the designs given to the recoil spring are a bit different, but overall it is all PPQ.
The two pistols I compared are the most comparable to each other due to magazine capacity, which typically is gonna be the bigger decider for most people. The triggers are on opposite ends of the spectrum of course. Double action, or striker fired and very sensitive.
You will need a good amount of training to perfect the timing of both triggers, which evens out both the pistols. The trigger reach on the USP seemed less for me because it lacks a trigger safety, which I found difficult to depress out of the holster with the PPQ45. The grip of the PPQ45 reminded me more of the grip of the Walther creed, as far as the overall size and feel of it. Comfortable in form but not too grippy. Video below:
It is up to the individual shooter to make the choice in the end about what pistol they choose. I would guess that the Walther PPQ45 will naturally win out, even against the venerable Glock 21. The grip is slightly thinner and the trigger is more the style of the average shooter.
If you do your job as a shooter, the PPQ45 will be a great compliment to you as a serious shooter. Personally I am not able to handle the Walther PPQ45 as well as other 45’ds, but I like the function of it overall. The light recoil, comparable to the USP, the nice light trigger, the simplicity of the design that makes it dead nuts reliable, and the price make it a win in my book.
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