People have been debating for years whether these triggers are really “double action.” I hesitate to endorse the term “DAO” when referring to this trigger, though, because it is really something in between a double action and a single action trigger. Most pre-set triggers lack de-cockers and can’t be re-activated by pulling the trigger a second time. These systems typically feature a striker that is “cocked” to an intermediate position by the operation of the slide, and the trigger then completes the firing sequence. Pre-set triggers are most commonly encountered on striker fired designs such as the GLOCK, M&P, and Kahr pistols. The PPX trigger is, in my estimation, more correctly referred to as a “pre-set” or “pre-cocked” trigger. At the 2013 SHOT Show, Walther reps were calling it a “DAO” trigger. Second, the trigger on the Walther PPX is both excellent and unique. In this regard, it reminds me conceptually of the SIG Sauer 250, which I believe was intended to be “entry level” gun that doesn’t sacrifice on quality, while selling for less than the price of a GLOCK. In other words, it’s cheaper to build, and they pass the saving on to you.Īs many gun dealers will tell you, $400 pistols are a lot easier to sell than $600 pistols. First, the PPX introduces manufacturing efficiencies into the design so that the weapon can be produced at a considerably reduced price point compared to other Walthers. What’s new about this pistol, you ask? While not offering any earthshattering advances in pistol technology, there are two “unique” aspects of the PPX. I guess that’s a feature you give up in order to get to the $400 price point. The PPX doesn’t feature interchangeable back straps like the PPQ, so it’s a one-size-fits-most affair. This pistol is so darn comfortable to hold, I’m totally willing to overlook the fact that it is aesthetically off-putting. ![]() As mentioned above, it also has a very pronounced hump on the back of the handgrip which will undoubtedly generate both praise and criticism. The slide has an extremely high bore axis, which reminds me of shooting a SIG Sauer P-226 or an HK USP. The PPX features no manually-operated safeties, and doesn’t have a decocker. Like a P-38, the PPX is made in the v aterland: Walther’s factory is located a few miles outside of Ulm, a medium-sized city in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The polymer PPX, though, is much lighter than the P-38, appearances notwithstanding. Unlike the svelte lines of the all-steel P-38, the PPX is a stout, full-sized, polymer pistol with a weird bent handgrip that vaguely reminded me of the Colt All-American 2000. ![]() One thing is for sure: this ain’t your pa-paw’s war baby P-38.
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