Suppressed or not, this pistol has been incredibly reliable. My thumb easily reaches the release without having to alter my shooting grip at all. Its run great for over 10k rds. Eh, just another GLOCK copy, you say? True. To say one is better than the other is just going to come down to what you like personally. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Wrong or defective ammunition: One cause of failure to feed is that either your ammunition is defective or you are using the wrong one. Also, thanks to the .22 LR magazine being so slim but the PPQ .22s grip being the normal width, the pistol benefits from a sweet magwell. Using my index finger, I can drop the mag without breaking my grip, something that I never seem able to do with a button release. I'm 6'0 tall, and weigh 150 lbs. Some other functional similarities did carry over from Walthers other .22 LR pistols (P22, primarily), such as a fixed, threaded barrel thats clamped into the barrel block by a sleeve and a nut on the end. In 2011, Walther sought to change this by developing the P99 into the PPQ (called the P99Q in Europe). Action: semi-automatic, locked breech, short recoil operated. Yeah it sucks but for you to write what you did is ridiculous. I was ready to destroy it and throw it away, but Walther stood behind their project and now I still have a decent (although worn out and beat up) P22. Width: 1.34 inches. Walther P22 Q Variants. It just looked odd to me. Copper plated are just WAY cleaner. ThenI picked up and shot a PPQ. I agree with the description of the grip. Remember, it resides in a channel, not out in the open, like you have it. I can proudly say I own both the P99 AS in 9mm and a PPQ M2 in .40 and i find both guns to be almost on par with one another. Cant wait for it to arrive. Despite being a complete gun, with a street price of like $310 to $340 the PPQ .22 is actually less expensive than many conversion kits. This particular PPQ is the M2 model, which was released in 2013. In fact i have yet to find any pistol on earth that isnt a 1911 that has a shorter reset than the P99 AS. Thanks!!! With its stellar accuracy and reliability, amazing ergos, and with how quiet and easy it is to shoot suppressed, the fun factor is way high here and that is why the only thing going home to Walther in this case is a check. I hate when I shoot a lot of .22 LR and my thumb has a giant lead streak on it from loading bare lead bullets. Broken extractor: This issue is pretty common with a PPQ. This, coupled with the comfortable grip, means that I am in full control of this pistol when firing. The simple fix is to replace the feed ramp. I was shooting Winchester Ranger ammunition .40 S&W 165 grain. this is a reminder for those of you with a pps m2 to check your serial number against this list and verify that you have had the recall service completed on your pps m2 pistol. Dude, its 10 years old with 30,000 rounds. To give you an idea of how well the Tenifer finish held up, this past summer and fall I packed the PPQ as my carry sidearm on everything from rough motorcycle/ATV trips in heavy dust to elk and deer hunting in torrential downpours up in Idahos wind chilly mountains. . Lets not forget just how great of a pistol the P99 is thou. Exact same texture, same size and feel as just guestimating here approximately the M backstrap of the centerfire (unfortunately I dont have a PPQ to try and measure to be sure here, but Walther states the grip circumference as 5.3). I haven't had any problem with printing even with my "slight" frame. Place in a new backstrap, push the pin back in, and youre good to go! Any firearm that requires you to pull the trigger for dis-assembly/cleaning is just plain stupid. What a target like that doesnt say is how easy a gun is to shoot accurately when youre out on the range. White dot in the front and black rear, which is my preference. But the P99 built a well-deserved reputation for its advanced ergonomics, ambidextrous controls, and proven reliability. Failure to feed means that the cartridge is stuck moving from the magazine into the barrel when you pull the trigger. Target acquisition with the FO sight is quick. Definitely the Walther grip is my favorite of all the pistols I have ever held. As for comparing triggers, all 1911 are single-action, and PPQ is a double-action pistol, you remember that, right? No pot metal. The version of the PPQ with a slightly longer trigger reset is called the VP9. The firing pin has nothing to do with your problem. Also had two failed to lock back on empty mag. Below mentioned is the cause of this malfunction and its fix. This is the tactical version that comes with the thread adapter. Next, and my biggest issue with this gun is that the slide is consistently fails to return to battery or is delayed by half a second or so. The next 80-90 had numerous FTE (fail to eject), around 20 or so, using Federal 1200 or 1240 FPS 40 grain LRN. Dont know if we would upgrade to a S&W or Walter in 9mm later. The magazine release is broken: This problem also occurs when the magazine release is broken. The high bore axis is not something people should be dealing with when it comes to modern polymer guns. Are you having problems with your Walther PPQ? $34.99 . I am having issues searching for help, so thank you for any help in this matter. Easy for me to rack the slide. BTW there are .22 jacketed bullets, but Im not sure if any are loaded in LR. That is the one real big negative I had on the pistol, but Talon grips changed the grip big time and it actually grips and feels better than the PPQ in hand once this is done. The PPQ fed about 100 rounds of WWB flawlessly. There are tons of options in .22 WMR (winchester magnum rimfire aka .22 Mag) for legitimately jacketed, not plated, bullets. Everything was aces with the Element 2 that I wont be able to pick up for a few more months, and as you can see in the video it also ran flawlessly with it and was nice and quiet to boot. Now I think I need the 9. BUY ONE. While dirty, not as bad as the sr45 was after 500 rounds. Full-Size Advantage in a Subcompact Frame: The New Walther PPQ SC, New from Walther Arms: PPQ M2 Q4 TAC 9mm Handgun [VIDEO]. Let me put it this wayafter six months of owning, carrying and shooting this pistol, I can safely state that the Walther PPQ M2 is everything the P99 isand then a whole lot more. Im working in reverse order and am very interested in the .22 version. I ran a couple of strings of M-22 (one of their preferred ammo types), CCI 1200 and 1640 FPS, and a Remington 1200 FPS without any problems, so it appears the earlier problem is gone. The tactical 22LR version is different internally also. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Walther PPQ M2 Features. Their representative Conner in customer service, refused to have it returned for Walther to fix the firearm. 9 Cleaning Kit with Aluminum Rod, GuardTech Plus Upgraded Universal Gun Cleaning Kit iunio Gun Cleaning Kit, Universal Gun Cleaning, Eotech 512 vs 552 Which One Should You Choose. Its great for taking noobs to the range. 9mm Pistol, Gun Review: Taylors & Company TC9 1873 SA Single Action Revolver, Classic Gun Review: Marlin Model 39 .22 Lever Action Rifle. Improper hand placement: Improper hand placement is the most common cause of this malfunction. If that sleeve is not there, then that sight will float freely. That's the MOST annoying part of the debacle; a company that won't stand behind its product. When I first bought the pistol, I initially struggled with getting the take down catch to push down correctly, but after a few tries I got the hang of it. Luckily he was following range rules and had it pointed downrange. Try some better quality ammo like WWB. The PPQ has a light trigger pull which allows for quicker and more accurate follow . Trust me, this is a one hundred yard pistol. It feels very good and the reset is wonderful. Walther is a German manufacturer, and the PPQ is a revised version of the popular P99. I have shot both and the M2 magazine release looks and feels like it was an afterthough. Several times, the PPQ went back into its case grimy, dirty and/or wet before I had the chance to wipe it down and clean it. My PPQ classic 9mm is about four years old with several hundred rounds down the pipe. The PPK/S .22 has a small barrel sleeve that fits over the end of its threaded barrel. Why wouldnt I just get a plentiful new or used GLOCK brand GLOCK for less $? Your PPQ will serve you well for years! Also, are there any other rear sights available (such as a two dot), instead of the plain black rear sight? But, on the other hand, I shot mine for years before this ever started to happen. The first 2 mags were great, for the rest, in every mag I had some sort issue- failure to feed the next round, where I had to drop the mag and clear the unspent/jammed round. The PPQ M2 .22s slide is hard anodized, CNC machined aluminum. That isnt an uncommon thing for folks to do and itll probably obscure your sight picture a bit here. Sorry to throw water on the above comments, but I purchased my PPQ 22LR 4 yesterday, cleaned it (watched the video to be sure I did it right) then took it to the range. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I was Shooting my PPQ last week and i was having problems with it not loading rounds properly. Ive long been too timid to say it, but yes, agree. And then it happened all the time. Its possible that a .22 LR doesnt punch the slide backwards with enough authority to reliably cock a striker with a spring stiff enough to ignite a .22 LR (vicious cycle, that), whereas a hammer can have enough leverage on it to work, but thats just a guess as to why Walther made this change for the .22. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Have you taken it apart and cleaned/lubed it? I have an older Walther p22. In 1929, Walther released the inventive PP in .32 ACP and a year later the even more concealable PPK, which we should all know as the signature weapon of James Bond, 007. The only thing I can think is that that slightly smaller palm swell allowed the pistol to rotate in my hand causing the variation. I leaned towards Glocks, then the PPQ M2 9mm came out. Below are the causes of this problem and their solutions. I smiled when I saw that, as it will prevent the steel slide stop from wearing away at and rounding out the notch. I'll double check the Walther forum. PPQ problems. I had my gunsmith try to fix it; he gave up. If it keeps up I'm going to have a gunsmith look at it. Then next day slide completely locked with Tulammo 115. Walther PK380 just points and shoots, very easy. Ive not been back to the range since my second opportunity, where I used the M22 and the two CCI types, therefore I cant say more than I did in my update on November 2nd. I took the three supplied magazines, added the Taylor Freelance extended base pads and started shooting. Certainly there are many manufacturers who make button releases that are truly ambidextrous use, the M2 is much like the G19, in that it requires a configuration change to switch. And Im still trying to imagine true JHP ammo in .22 LR. Favor the extractor spring diagnosis. Again, the solution is to replace the whole assembly. The 9mm rounds Ive put through the PPQ include 115-, 125- and 147-grain FMJs from Federal, Armscor, and Blazer, 147-grain flat noses from Federal, and some hollow points. Also, once it is bent, you can not straighten it back. PPQ 45 is an efficient gun with good ergonomics. Its an excellent design. I thought these days that stuff was for cartridge collectors only. This time Im calling dibs, and just plunked down some sawbucks of my own to add this bad boy to the stable . I cant imagine someone regretting having purchased a PPQ with the mag release of their choice. When I hold the PPQ, it melts in my hand. I love my PPQs. Apparently the Walther web site is incorrect. That trigger might be good for a safe-action polymer gun, but it doesnt compare to a decent SA trigger, like a CZ, 1911, or Sig. I replaced them with Trijicon HDs and it made a big difference. According to the Walther website it IS zinc alloy, so somebody is wrong (and I hope its Walther???). Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Another nice touch, although not unique to this pistol, is a steel pin inserted into the back of the slide lock notch. Its one of the most corrosion/wear resistant finishes you could ask for on a production pistol. This pistol will fit in holsters made for the centerfire PPQs. Accounts of this are all over the internet. The subjective difference between a PPQ and a PPX is about $250. I consistently hit a 10 inch plate at this distance using Remington Viper ammunition. The sleeve underneath the rear sight is missing: A specific sight uses an expanded roll pin to hold it in place. Now I have to go hunt one down for my AR. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. The PPQ has a 100% pre-cocked trigger thereby making it Single Action. Clean and lubricate your gun to solve the issue. Not sure about what's being said on the forums, but I can offer my own personal experience: Thx all. Hard to pass up. Fuggedaboudit! Until I see shelves consistently stocked full of bricks, I wouldnt consider buying another .22. Check the chamber to confirm the pistol is unloaded. However, there still isnt much in the way of aftermarket support for things like sights. The size of the bump along the back of the grip made me think it wasnt going to fit my hand very well. Hit, hit, hit, hit its borderline silly. Underpowered ammunition: An underpowered ammunition can also cause this problem. Update to my previous post (under my full name): After cleaning it again and using some of Walthers preferred ammo it is working fine. I have 2 M&P 40s, full size and compact, but wanted a decent 9. Walther's PPQ M2 is a recoil-operated (Browning tilting barrel) semi-automatic with a typical double-column magazine capacity of 15 rounds (in 9 mm Luger). No downsides period. Using ammo above 1200 fps seems to do the job. Upside is you get a little FTF practice so long as you dont break your hand with an AD. But i still put the P99 as my personal favorite. You have to make sure that you have a firm platform for the gun to operate against. The Walther PPQ is going to come with three-dot, white sights. Its literally a toss up on which one you could say is the better gun. The three finger grooves on the grip also contribute to the excellent ergonomics. The P22 only good point was that during any use, you could repeatedly practice malfunction drills, that is if the slide did not fracture. If, in that position, you reset the trigger, it results in the dead trigger. Shot about 150 rounds through the gun. I traded in my Glock 19 for a PPQ M1 in 9mm, I chose the paddle release as I do not have to alter my grip to release a magazine. Archived. We encountered an issue with the PPQ SC when manually cycling the slide. It would put it self on safety when fired a few times. Is this gun a bit sensitive to that? For cost reasons I am unable to invest in buying thousands of rounds just to test the PPQ to its limits. No offense but are you kidding? I have never seen anybody other than a new shooter double tap with 1911 or Browning Hi Power. Aguila standard vel. Took apart the striker assembly and noticed the spring looked . The one niggle I have is the difficulty in removing the back cover to access the pin assembly. Use as home defense is beyond question useful. Most striker-fired 9mm on market (such as P320) need a lot of work. didnt cycle consistently, and neither did Federal gold medal match (711B, 1080 fps). The trigger is absolutely sweet ! ; Rack Rack the slide to clear the chamber and load a new round. Plus, theres other lead exposure from shooting bare lead bullets and it messes up the inside of your suppressor a lot more as lead will vaporize and fragment off from the hot gasses and going down the bore, etc. Best line out of any gun review Ive ever read: if youre bored you can also mount any AR-15 or other 1/228 muzzle device, Ive solicited like 15 to 18 muzzle devices from various companies to do a shootout review, which will be coming probably at the end of the month here. I think Ill just keep shooting it until it finally has a [non-ammo-related] stoppage and will update the review here if/when that happens. It has an incredible trigger and excellent ergonomics. 10-round mags are available. Bent magazine feed lips: Another probable cause for the failure to feed on your PPQ is when you drop your gun on concrete or anything solid like that, the magazine feed lips bent. Will try 25 yards next time. From My personal experience, That Legendary Walther Warranty they advertise is not worth the paper it is printed on!!!. No problems with mine at all. Plus, the build quality inspires a higher level of confidence than the zinc alloy, farmed-out-to-a-BB-gun-factory norm. The Striker Photo source: Walther Forums. My strong preference is for copper plated bullets though as it limits your exposure to lead. When someone has disassembled the gun and accidentally bent the trigger bar, a bent trigger bar does not interact with the strikers safety. For long-term durability a steel breech block, containing the firing pin mechanism, extractor, breech face, etc is pinned into the slide. As mentioned before, it would be sweet if the Tactical version shipped with taller sights to clear a suppressor, but theyre the same sights as on the standard 4 model. Additionally I have e-mailed and ask customer service for the CEOs name and address and customer service has not responded to that request either. Gun works good with most .22 ammo . I had a P22 but after a yr or so moved to the Sig Mosquito. Replace the barrel if it is deformed. No doubt this gun has a nice grip/feel. Like most factory sights on a pistols they do leave a lot to be desired. Purchase a Walther at your own Risk. In terms of overall application, I view the PPQ as an excellent alternative to the GLOCK 19. Street price starts at about $310. Below mentioned are all the malfunctions a Walther PPQ can have. Missing bumper: This problem also occurs when the bumper is missing. Have a gunsmith install them for you. Call S&W if you still have problems. Id recommend swapping the sights. No pistol has as shorter trigger pull than a 1911. 20 Shot, Belt Fed Magazine Design. Accuracy: * * * * * But I will take the quicker reset myself. Well, I have all of them Sig 1911, CZ, S&W and, of course, my favorite PPQ M2, which has fired already about 3000 bullets with no single slightest hick-up. I stand corrected. The pull is so light and smooth at only 5.6 pounds, with a .1-inch reset (awesome!) In many ways, the P99 is everything the GLOCK isand then some. I attribute this to many qualities of the pistol: the ergonomics, trigger, and good engineering from Walther. Since I bought it I carry nothing else. Dirty pistol: If your pistol is not properly cleaned and maintained, it can fail to fire. Sure enough, my left thumb can release the slide just as effortlessly as my right. Haha. Broken slide stop spring: If the slide stop spring is broken, then your slide stop floats, and then under recoil, it would just pop up and catch that slide. I cant find if this gun is DA or only SA? I check into the Walther forum daily and have not read about any reliability issues with the 9MM PPQ M2 4 inch barrel. . I see that as getting use to the trigger. Tenifer is a ferric nitro carburized hardening that diffuses carbon and nitrogen. Thanks for the write up, Ive always liked this pistol from the moment I picked it up. Around 3000 rounds in less than a year on mine and still loving it. That being said, shooting the PPQ is a blast! Jeremy strives to collect objective data whenever possible, and looks to write accurate reviews that reflect the true user experience. Youll find that basically everything about the ergonomics, controls, accuracy, reliability, quality, etc has carried over. Integrated Hex Tool in the Removable Backstrap. The pistol is too heavily lubricated: When your pistol is too heavily lubricated, it can cause failure to return to battery. Broken extractor: This problem also happens if your pistol has a damaged extractor. Turns out it fits my hand wonderfully and was very comfortable. Blowback Action. They were pretty quick getting me an rma with a prepaid FedEx label, though I missed it for a few weeks because it was filtered to a folder I didnt check. The rounds seem to eject and feed fine, looking at the ejection port when the slide is stuck doesnt seem to reveal any issues there. That is, mechanically accurate plus however much I was screwing up sight alignment that day. Haven't heard much in the way of problems with the 9mm and 40S&W versions. My first 10 shots were great and close to center. Pulling the trigger is not a big deal. My PPS M2 came with the rear site moved over so far to the right that is will not co witness with optics. Don't count on finding any. anyone know where too get the dragon mouth suppressor or know who makes it any info would be appreciated. Carries very nicely in my iwb Black Arch holster. M&P 22s are still made by Walther in Germany for Smith. The mag release is easy to find and easy to press, and mags drop free. My advice is the ditch the factory sights on the PPQ. Walther has a great warranty. I could not believe that it was legal to sell such a piece of junk. To me the P99 AS might be the best 9mm pistol ever made. I spanked her with Trijicon HDs and carried her in a Black Mamba and felt that we could now rip the knob off the radio dial! I have avoided buying .22 guns simply because I can hardly find ammo for the ones I already have. Does anyone have the same problem? The sights, trigger, grip are a grand slam. In Europe this gun is as revered as any pistol out there, even HKs. The PPQ with the paddle release (called the PPQ M1) will even accept the same magazines as the P99, and the two pistols are . If you love to wear hoodies? It has a much more attractive appearance, and a grip that cannot be topped. The barrel sleeve handles all of the wear from the slide cycling and takes most or all of the load from anything you add to the muzzle (and it looks like a normal barrel when the slide is back. Oh, make sure its empty and in a safe direction. The RWS was pretty accurate, but CCI SV is close and much cheaper. I for one say that in 10 years time the PPQ will be looked at as a icon here in America, just like the P99 is iconic in European countries. and reblued it, PRO-BONO!!! Just pull the slide back slightly as with Glocks or CZs and engage the takedown lever. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. It seems a pain to have to remove the threaded barrel adapter/sleeve every time you want to disassemble and clean the weapon. Compared to the Beretta 92-series, GLOCKs, Smith & Wessons M&P line, or Springfield XDs, the PPQ is simply lacking in this department. Walther PPQ M2 Q5 Match 9mm . A lot of people seem to complain about a sharp recoil, muzzle flip? If the magazine tube is bent or deformed, the follower may not come. I prefer the medium backstrap that comes fitted on the gun myself, though I assume people with larger or smaller hands will favor the large and small backstraps respectively. It is very astonishing for a .22. Trigger - Score: 9. Pretty dang good. The P22 has always come with a 1-year warranty. Slide feels a bit smoother, hopefully it will shoot fine. Only thing done is to experiment with different recoil springs. I actually think if you give it a chance, youll see that it truly makes better ergonomic sense in terms of speed and keeping the muzzle towards the target. What are the best ammo brands and bulk ammo brands for the PPQ? PPQ M2,and PPS M2here. The PPQ M2 is a true breakthrough in ergonomics for self-defense handguns. Im not registering my finger. Try a spare magazine, repair or replace it. Three backstraps accommodate different shooters as well. I was trying to decide whether to change out some of my S&Ws for a new brand. Replace the ammunition for fixing this issue. Again, I just bought this PPQ M2 .22. During Media Day at SHOT Show 2013, I had the distinct pleasure of shooting a couple of handguns from Walther the new M2 version of the 'top-of-the-line' striker-fired PPQ, and the hammer-fired PPX 'entry-level' pistol. That guy (or gal) aside, its really not a concern. Solid pistol for teaching first-timers (pending your opinion on manual safeties). I'm not in the market for an M2. The Walther PPQ M1 is my favorite for now. So, you are going to make sure you replace that. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The PPQ also has a trigger safety and internal safeties as well as a loaded chamber indicator, an oversize magazine release that can be reversed for left-handed operation and of particular interest where performance is concerned, Walther's Quick Defense Trigger, a super smooth squeezing trigger with a light 5.6-pound trigger pull (mine actually fired at just under that), less than a half . Its solution is that you replace the slide stop spring. I was shooting Winchester Ranger ammunition .40 S&W 165 grain. In under 1k rds the slide cracked. Does anyone have any suggestions to fix this issue? Ive put this pistol through a variety of conditions and all I see are a couple of very light scratches that take concentration to be noticed. The only downside is I cant find mags anywhere. HK VP9sk is a lot better option, or CZ P-10c in the same size. They all grouped much tighter with it. I am with Tex300BLK on the magazine release. FWIW, over the last 3 years, I have probably put around 5,000 rounds through my PPQ M1 with all sorts of ammo, and I can only recall two hiccups. I have put (my estimate) about 50,000 rounds through it. Its great to have the similar features and accessories etc, but the sights are different and the back strap is fixed. And by deficient I mean it's the same as every other polymer striker-fired handgun on the market. Hmm not making that clear in the review was definitely an oversight. More importantly, you can disassemble the weapon without having to remove the barrel sleeve/adapter. Sight Radius: 6.4 inches. Its all going to come down to trigger really. I haven't heard of any breaking, at all. If there is a bullet inside of it, then disassemble the pistol to clear it. Looks normal. However, its my understanding that the standard 4 slide version and the 5 slide version use the same type of barrel so you could add a thread adapter to either of those models as well. Press J to jump to the feed. Discover now the best deals and amazing prices. It is a perfectly fine mechanism. Buying one for my mom as well, who is just getting into shooting and loved the gun. Its too bad. I sent it to . So far, the PPQ has yet to suffer a single jam or malfunction. Replace the recoil spring assembly to fix this issue. The full-size Walther PDP frame offers an eyebrow-raising 18+1 rounds on tap, making the grip too long to accommodate shorter PPQ mags. Walther's New PPQ Subcompact Raises the Bar in the Concealed Carry Market (Full Review) by Jordan Michaels on October 18, 2018. . Bro no offense but thats way out of the warranty period. Picked up a Walther PPQ in 9mm a few days ago as a replacement to my P99. Deformed parts: One cause is that the magazine or pistol is broken, the slide stop lever is broken, or the magazine tube is deformed. I want to work on precision shooting, noncompetitive for now. I took it apart and everything was clean. Any chance this would work with a walther PPQ 43 cal paintball pistol, guys? Im pretty sure that slide is aluminum, and not any zinc junk. KY Gun Co has had em in stock: http://www.kygunco.com/walther-ppq-m2-22lr-12rd-magazine-73229. I kinda discount the NEOS because it has a slide insert that reciprocates rather than the whole slide. I have Dealt with Kahr, S&W, Colt and others in the past and have never had a company refuse to look at and resolve an issue with their product. The solution is to replace ammunition and use something more powered up. A notch will engage the slide stop when you have an empty magazine, and the last round comes out. the Ruger works and is quality built. In a bad situation, youre able to get more rounds more accurately on the adversary more instinctively..(if that makes sense!) The 5 target model comes with a fiber optic front sight. .22 pistols are known for being finicky. Cant have it all. From $429.00. No failure to fires in about 5000 rounds, I had 2 or 3 accidental discharges at the range during my first 100 rounds when doing quick firing drills. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Below mentioned are the causes and solutions of this problem. In this video, I point out several of these issues and provide specific e. How can someone dry fire safely but not follow a safe empty the gun procedure for cleaning. The front sight is polymer and the rear is polymer and steel. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. And make sure to super swab the extractor spring gap. Having diverse .45s and a Glock 20 (with an extra .40cal barrel), I went with the PPQ. Now she has to decide between this one and the P22. First off, have you tried different ammo? And the paddle release is another thing that once mastered makes changing out mags easier and faster. No feeding or extraction problems at all . It happens because the slide and barrel move into the battery. The fix to this problem is to replace the ammunition. I used the Remington Golden Bullet 36 gr at 1280 fps and no failures just very dirty. Last winter, after 12 years of shooting this gun, the slide broke in two. Paper it is zinc alloy, so thank you for any help in this browser for the PPQ spring! 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