There is more to celebrate this fall than just the arrival of football season and Oktoberfest. German firearms maker Walther has unveiled its latest line of handguns, including new offerings in its PDP, PP, PPK/S, and WMP series. Welcome to TEQfest 2024!
The PDP F-Series Pro
Starting off the new releases for fall 2024 is the PDP F-Series Pro, available with both 3.5-inch and 4-inch barrels. Each is built with Walther’s hallmark TEQ (Trigger, Ergonomics, and Quality) philosophy. Chambered for 9mm, the firearms offer 18 and 10-round magazine capacity, reduced slide force, and grip circumference.
Designed for concealed carry and home defense, the PDP F-Series pistols are available for $899 (MSRP).
PDP Pro E Compact
The Walther PDP Pro E offered industry-standard sights, a duty grip texture, SuperTerrain Slide Striations, and a Polymer Flat-Faced trigger. Though a compact pistol, it still provides an 18-round magazine capacity, and its ambidextrous magazine release can be positioned for right- or left-handed thumb operation.
Tech Specs:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Finish: Nitride Black
- Magazines Included: Three
- Barrel Length: 4-inch
- Twist Rate: 1/10
- Trigger Pull: 4.5 pounds
- Capacity: 18 rounds
- Overall Length: 7.5 inches
- Height: 5.4 inches
- Width: 1.34 inches
- Sight Radius: 6.4 inches
- Weight (Empty): 26.2 ounces
The PDP Pro E Compact 4-inch is available for $799 (MSRP).
PDP Pro E Full Size
For those who prefer a full-size to a compact, Walther has also introduced the PDP Pro E, which offers all the features of the compact model in a larger package and an increased capacity of 20 rounds.
Tech Specs:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Finish: Nitride Black
- Magazines Included: Three
- Barrel Length: 4.5-inch
- Twist Rate: 1/10
- Trigger Pull: 4.5 pounds
- Capacity: 20 rounds
- Overall Length: 8 inches
- Height: 5.7 inches
- Width: 1.34 inches
- Sight Radius: 6.9 inches
- Weight (Empty): 26.8 ounces
The PDP Pro E Full Size is also available for $799 (MSRP).
PDP Pro-X PMM
Available in both compact and full-size options the PDP Pro-X PMM features a 4.6-inch barrel, a 4-inch slide, and a 5-inch frame. It is seamlessly paired with a Parker Mountain Machine compensator that is specifically engineered for the PDP, ensuring best-in-class recoil reduction.
Tech Specs:
- Barrel Length: 4.6 inches
- Slide Length: 4 inches
- Trigger Pull: ~4.5 pounds
- Magazine Capacity: 18/10 (Compact) / 20/10 (Full Size)
- Sights: Adjustable White Dot
- Optic Ready: Yes
- Trigger: Dynamic Performance Trigger
The PDP Pro-X PMM, ideal for competition and concealed carry, is available in both compact and full-size models for $999 (MSRP).
PP Black & Stainless
The iconic PP is back – a classic reborn for a new generation of collectors and shooting enthusiasts (and you don’t need a tuxedo in case you were wondering). The new PP blends the timeless design with modern innovations. Each model features fixed front and rear sights, rear slide serrations, beaver tail extension, hammer drop decocking safety, and a classic grip. The PP line-up offers double or single action trigger.
Tech Specs:
- Barrel Length: 3.9 inches
- Magazine Capacity: 7/8
- Magazines Included: Two
- Trigger Pull: 6 Pounds (Single Action) / 13 Pounds (Double Action)
- Sights: Machine
- Magazine Release: Button
The new PP is available in both black and stainless in .380 ACP and .32 ACP, for $969 (MSRP).
PPK/S SD
Walther’s PPK/S SD, chambered in .32 ACP, is another modern evolution of an all-time classic. It takes cues from the iconic firearm that was first developed nine decades ago but with a twist – namely the introduction of a threaded barrel in the PPK/S line-up. It adds cutting-edge functionality to a design steeped in history and innovation. The compact pistol, available in both stainless and black finishes, features fixed front and rear sights, double or single action trigger, beaver tail extension, and classic grip.
Tech Specs:
- Barrel Length: 3.3 inches
- Magazine Capacity: Seven
- Magazines Included: Two
- Trigger Pull: 6 Pounds (Single Action) / 13 Pounds (Double Action)
- Sights: Machine
- Magazine Release: Button
The PPK/S SD with threaded barrel is now available for $1,099 (MSRP).
WMP
The WMP Optic Ready is chambered for .22 WMR and features a 4.9-inch threaded barrel, while a 10-round option is available. It features a patented ambidextrous reloading mechanism with both paddle and button releases, is red dot ready, and features a lightweight machined slide made of premium 7075 aluminum. The WMP also offers a fluted chamber to work with a wider range of ammunition, and a fiber optic front sight and serrated rear sight.
Tech Specs:
- Caliber: .22 WMR
- MSRP: $599.00
- Barrel Length 4.9 inches
- Slide Length 8.2 inches
- Mag Release Quad Release
- Magazine Capacity 15 rounds | 10 rounds
- Total Included Magazines: Two
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Serrated Rear Sight
- Optic Ready: Yes
- Trigger: Double Action with Integrated Safety
Ideal for concealed carry, the WMP is available now for $599 (MSRP).
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