The Walther PDP Match is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 4-inch barrel, built for competitive shooting and personal defense. It ships with three 15-round magazines and uses Walther's Performance Duty Trigger (PDT), which has a smooth pull and a consistent 5 lb (+/-1 lb) break.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length: 4 inches
- Overall Length: 7.41 inches
- Height: 5.39 inches
- Weight (Empty Magazine): 40.39 oz
- Magazine Capacity: 15 rounds (includes 3 magazines)
- Trigger Type: Performance Duty Trigger (PDT)
- Trigger Pull Weight: 5 lbs (+/-1 lb)
- Safety Features: Three automatic safeties
- Finish Color: Black
Detailed Features
The PDT is one of the defining features of the PDP line. It has short pre-travel and a clean break, which shooters accustomed to striker-fired triggers adapt to quickly. Three automatic safeties are integrated into the design, no external manual safety lever to manipulate under stress.
The grip texture on the PDP Match is more aggressive than typical duty pistols, which helps with control during rapid strings. Steel slide and frame construction keeps things solid. At 40.39 oz unloaded it is on the heavier side for a 4-inch pistol, which some shooters prefer for stability on the target and others find impractical for carry.
Usage
The PDP Match suits USPSA Production or similar divisions, and works well as a home defense pistol. Three magazines included is a useful starting point for anyone setting up for competition. The adjustable sights let you tune point of impact rather than relying on a fixed sight picture.