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Posted: 8/20/2004 7:49:49 PM EDT
Just wanted to see how many like and prefer the P-99 over the Glock, Springfield XD, and other polymer framed handguns. I think the overall fit and feel is superior to the other polymers out there, although I haven't held the H&K P-2000 yet. Tell me what you guys and gals think.
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Posted: 8/21/2004 4:02:39 AM EDT
[#1]
I like the P99 grip over the other "plastic" guns.
The replaceable backstrap really makes a difference in comfort, if you install the correct one. HK's, even the P2K always seem to have more of a "2x4" profile grip. They're more squared off than most. I've owned and carried the G-19 and G-17 and they were nice, but felt odd to me. I have held the XD and I liked it. I haven't shot one though. In the end, I still like the P99 grip better. As far as how well they work, they all seem to do just fine. Ross |
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Posted: 8/21/2004 7:14:34 AM EDT
[#2]
I like mine over other poly guns too, with XD 2nd and glock 3rd.
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Posted: 8/21/2004 10:12:24 AM EDT
[#3]
The only complaint I have is sometimes the grip gets a little slippery.
Other than that I like the 9mm P99 better than any other pistol I've fired. |
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Posted: 8/21/2004 7:58:22 PM EDT
[#4]
I agree. The Glock, to me, is unrefined. YMMV. I've heard of Walther having problems with their magizines. I own a O.D. P-99 in .40 and have yet to have any problems. But I probably have less than 50 rounds through it. So what do guys think about the new style P-99A.S. with the new rounded out trigger guard? I like the older style better but the new ones starting to grow on me. I also like the new P-99 compact. |
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Posted: 8/24/2004 4:40:20 PM EDT
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I haven't checked out the new model P99's yet. Haven't fired a glock or xd either. When I got my P99 I had a sig 226 and an HK USP 45. I didn't really like the trigger feel as much on the P99 as either of those others, but I hit what I was aiming at more often. It's definitely a handgun I will hang on to.
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Posted: 8/24/2004 11:13:59 PM EDT
[#6]
I dont like the look of the new one.
S.O. |
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Posted: 9/3/2004 8:45:41 PM EDT
[#7]
I got one of the first P99s to come into the country more than four years ago. I have loved it from the start. Never have carried it because I don't carry a full size gun usually, but its a great target gun and always on my nightstand.
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Posted: 9/3/2004 9:11:26 PM EDT
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I have a P99 and a Glock 19. I love the Glock. But I love the P99! Like children, I love all my guns, but the P99 earned a special place in my heart faster than any other.
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Posted: 9/9/2004 6:54:16 AM EDT
[#9]
I've had a P99 since 2002. I really like the grip, and it's a great defense piece.
For triggers, I prefer the Glock. After thousands of rounds, the P99 trigger still is just so-so for me. |
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Posted: 9/9/2004 12:42:05 PM EDT
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I have a P99QA model that I picked up several months ago. I find the grip to be very comfortable, and I really like the trigger. That particular model has a constant trigger pull weight first shot to last. It fits my hand better than my HK's, but I think my full size 9mm and compact 357sig have a slight edge in accuracy. I would definitely recommend it to another shooter.
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Posted: 9/9/2004 2:07:49 PM EDT
[#11]
Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't the QA a double action only type trigger whereas the regular trigger on my P-99 like DA/SA? Mine also has the decocker. I don't think the QA has this and it wouldn't need one if the trigger has a constant pull shot after shot, right? I would like to fire a couple downrange with QA to see how it feels. 
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Posted: 9/9/2004 9:22:21 PM EDT
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I really like the size and feel of the P99...I just shot one today for the first time in a long time, and it felt nice. I like the mag release, and the decock feature (however I'm not that fond of the double action...maybe because I'm not used to it). Overal, I like it about as well as the Glock (I just am really fond of the 17) and better than the XD (feels and looks too bulky IMHO).
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Posted: 9/10/2004 8:40:06 PM EDT
[#13]
The QA does have a decocker but it's not as big as the one on the DA/SA models. When depressed, it releases the striker from a 35% cocked position IIRC. |
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Posted: 9/15/2004 11:42:08 AM EDT
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Longtrail - You are correct that the QA is a DA only trigger set. Brewsky is also correct in that the QA does have a decocker, but it is built in to the slide (on the top left near the grip serrations) and it does completely decock the striker. I have never had a chance to fire a standard DA/SA P99, but I do like the trigger on the QA. If you have the opportunity, you should try firing them both side by side to see which one is more comfortable for you.
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Posted: 9/15/2004 2:21:39 PM EDT
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I plan on purchasing one of the new style P-99's in the coming months, I will try and fire both style triggers if I get the opportunity. Has anyone had any reliability problems with their P-99's such as magazine breakage? I think that Walther has Meggar to produce their mags. Like I said above my P-99 is low mileage so I haven't had any problems. BTW- it seems there are a few people out there that do at least like the P-99, and some that, like me, that think it's the best thing since pockets on a shirt. 
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Posted: 9/15/2004 5:56:05 PM EDT
[#16]
Never had a problem with the 10 round 9mm MecGARs.
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Posted: 9/15/2004 7:49:39 PM EDT
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My 3 MecGars are flawless, except in their inadequate 10-round capacity. Must get proper capacity mags now . . .
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Posted: 9/15/2004 8:12:47 PM EDT
[#18]
Although not a Walther owner - my brother-in-law just picked up a P99 Military - the black and green one.
It's his first handgun - and after handeling it for a bit, it seems pretty nice. The black/green look is sharp, and the grip fits my hand better than the XD. He tried a XD, Glock, Beretta and 1911 before buying the Walther. It just fit his hands better. Av. |
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Posted: 9/15/2004 8:33:28 PM EDT
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I've had the P99 9mm since mid 2002. Most of my friends never could hit the paper consistently with it.
Except the Ex-Norway military friend. He is a dead shot at 50ft. I've always done just fine at 7yds with the P99, not bad a 50ft. For bullseye with a 9mm, I like the Hi Power, for 45ACP, it's the 1911! |
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Posted: 9/15/2004 9:16:19 PM EDT
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I could be wrong but I think the mags that had floorplate issues were standard cap .40 mags.
I want a P99cQA reeaalllly bad. Maybe for Christmas.
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Posted: 9/17/2004 3:15:21 AM EDT
[#22]
That's the other reason they make skateboard and stair tread tape.
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Posted: 9/17/2004 1:46:17 PM EDT
[#23]
I just can't bring myself to put any thing like that on my P99. I change the config. of my guns so often, I'd probably end up trying to take it off at some point and then I'd have a big mess. |
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Posted: 9/17/2004 5:58:05 PM EDT
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I use two wide "Tac Bands", black fat rubber bands. Gives that grip without the bulk.
I can remove them easily enough, no glue, no mess. |
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Posted: 9/17/2004 7:16:07 PM EDT
[#25]
OK, I can't stand it anymore. I have to post my gun porn.
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Posted: 9/17/2004 8:58:40 PM EDT
[#26]
Hey, that looks like mine, except for where yours says Walther USA LLC. mine says Smith & Wesson. |
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Posted: 9/18/2004 11:15:14 AM EDT
[#27]
Did you get that from Earl? |
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Posted: 9/18/2004 8:40:55 PM EDT
[#28]
I picked it up at a fun show in San Antonio. The dealer was selling it as "used" next to several higher priced ones that were new. I asked to make sure, because it certainly didn't look used and he insisted it was. I'm still not convinced it was at the time, but it certainly is now!
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Posted: 9/20/2004 6:30:26 AM EDT
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If shopping for one.....
For those who prefer the pre-2004 look & design of the P99, like I do, I saw this one online... www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?itemnum=6048001 (I'm not sure if gun shops still have this design model P99, or they all have the new "improved" design, that some do not like) |
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Posted: 9/20/2004 7:06:32 PM EDT
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Whatchoo talkin' bout, Willis? I looked at Walther's site and I don't see any changes. Pics? |
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Posted: 9/20/2004 7:36:20 PM EDT
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The slide has been redesigned, shape and serrations. The trigger guard is also different.
Click on the pistol for a view of the four models. www.carl-walther.de/englisch/defense/defense-36.html More: www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=150425&highlight=p99 www.praxagora.com/lunde/WaltherP99FAQ/VIII/10.html -Enjoy! |
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Posted: 9/20/2004 7:59:55 PM EDT
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Replaced the PPK as the new 007 gun... 'Bond, James Bond' Other than that, it's a unique plastic pistol, doesn't it have the ability to cock/decock without cycling the slide? |
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Posted: 9/20/2004 8:04:44 PM EDT
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Has a "decocker" button on top, but to "cock" the striker mechanism, you need to pull the slide back just a bit, 1/8"-1/4", & release, so I guess you could say you do not have to fully cycle the slide.
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Posted: 9/20/2004 8:28:52 PM EDT
[#34]
Wow, you're right. I hereby declare my pre-redesign model to be worth 10x as much.
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Posted: 9/20/2004 8:31:07 PM EDT
[#35]
I like it the best. I keep saying I'm going to buy it next but I've got a problem with acquiring .45's.
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