r/Walther Aug 28 '25

Community Feedback on Subreddit Content and Direction

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Dear r/walther Members,

As a moderator of this subreddit, I have observed a mix of content in our community, including serious discussions on Walther firearms, technical inquiries, and ownership experiences, alongside lighter elements such as memes and humorous posts. While this variety can enhance engagement, there have been instances where some contributions appear to lean toward low-effort or repetitive humor, potentially resembling shitposting or circlejerk behavior.

To ensure that r/walther continues to serve as a valuable resource for enthusiasts, I am seeking your input on the subreddit's current state and potential improvements. Your feedback will help inform any adjustments to moderation guidelines, with the goal of maintaining a balanced and respectful environment.

Please share your thoughts on the following questions:

  1. How do you primarily view the purpose of r/walther? (e.g., A space for serious discussions only, a mix of serious and humorous content, or primarily for memes and lighthearted posts?)
  2. Do you believe there is an excess of low-effort or humorous posts? If so, how does this impact your experience?
  3. Should we introduce or refine rules to address this, such as requiring flairs for memes, limiting certain types of posts, or encouraging more substantive contributions?
  4. What other suggestions do you have to improve the subreddit, including topics, events, or features you would like to see?

I encourage all members to participate in this discussion respectfully. This thread will remain open for feedback over the next week, after which I will review responses and make the necessary changes.

Thank you for your contributions to making r/walther a strong community.

Best regards


r/Walther Jul 10 '23

Do not make posts/comments attempting to source firearms parts of any kind. Do not attempt to buy/sell/trade here either. You will be banned.

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There is a rule in the sidebar, that is not a new rule, which reads:

no direct links to products for sale. No buying, selling, or trading. those links should go in /r/gundeals or /r/GunAccessoriesForSale

This rule exists because reddit (the website) very specifically says:

You may not use Reddit to solicit or facilitate any transaction or gift involving certain goods and services, including

  • Firearms, ammunition, explosives, legally controlled firearms parts or accessories (e.g., bump stock-type devices, silencers/suppressors, etc.), or 3D printing files to produce any of the aforementioned;

To be clear, do not ask for help finding any gun parts here. not a barrel, not a trigger, not a magazine.

There are 50 US states (and a handful of US territories) that each have their own gun laws. Not to mention all the other countries of the world. a 15-round PDP magazine isn't a controlled item in Alabama, but it is in Massachusetts. a PPQ gun barrel isn't a controlled item in the USA, but it is in many EU countries. None of us has any way to know where someone else resides. The safest course of action is not to allow these types of posts in this sub, so we do not. In the past this sub has been fairly lenient in this regard, but sadly cannot continue to do so.

One thing you can do, is make posts/comments in /r/gunsforsale or /r/GunAccessoriesForSale. those subs have been allowed to continue operating since Reddit clarified their rules and terms of service.

If you fail to read reddit's side-wide rules, if you fail to read this sub's rules, and lastly if you fail to read this stickied post, and you submit a post or comment asking for, or offering, help sourcing a firearm part, you will be banned from this sub. Anyone who finds this unfair or unacceptable should take it up with the site admins.


r/Walther 5h ago

Couldn't decide. Got em both.

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52 Upvotes

I think I really love these. Started with the match, but picked up the 4.5" yesterday. Sold a staccato to do it and have zero regrets.

Also got this magmo grip yesterday and immediately ordered another one. What a game changer.

Can't wait for my match this weekend.


r/Walther 6h ago

My Q5 Match SF Build

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26 Upvotes

My new favorite project has been to upgrade my Q5 match over the past few months. Upgrades are as follows:
Holosun 507c
LOK Standard Aluminium Grips
Taylor Freelance Magwell
Streamlight TLR-1 HL
Overwatch Precision TAC Trigger

Plan to have the barrel ported on top to match the slide ports soon. Will upgrade spring after that.


r/Walther 5h ago

Sons first time shooting Suppressed P22

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14 Upvotes

Finally got my son out to the range to try out the suppressor on his P22. It’s giggle worthy how quiet the damn thing is. Probably have to to change the spring out for a lighter one as it was being super finicky about ammo.


r/Walther 20h ago

Dream setup complete

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172 Upvotes

r/Walther 1h ago

PDP Steel Frame Pro Compact 4" Magwell

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Hey!

I have a Walther PDP Compact Steel Frame 4" (non-Pro version) and I’m considering adding a magwell. The new PDP Steel Frame Pro Compact 4" comes with an aluminum magwell and matching aluminum base pads.

Does anyone know if Walther sells that OEM Pro Compact Steel Frame magwell separately?

Are there any good alternatives that fit the PDP Compact Steel Frame 4"?

I already have 18 rounds (Compact Pro) magazines so no issue here.

Thanks!


r/Walther 1h ago

Newest dive into Walthers. PDP Compact

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Picked this up on a trade and will be comparing it to my current striker fired carry rotation, which are both comped/ported (M&P9 Carry Comp Polymer FS and Echelon 4.5C Comped). So far the trigger is much better than either of those two, and the grip feels better. So far the only change I made was to swap the RSA for a ZR Tactical RSA with a 17lb spring. I would have gone 15lb or V-Spec, but was concerned about the RTB issues I had seen.

r/Walther 1d ago

Odin Holsters: Ask us anything about your Walther build or holster compatibility.

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55 Upvotes

Happy to answer any questions!


r/Walther 17h ago

Will walther release a slimline range?

5 Upvotes

I remember hearing about it in an old podcast clip from someone who works at walther, if i remember right


r/Walther 20h ago

Are mag mo grips uspsa compliant?

3 Upvotes

I grabbed one of his edge grips for my steel frame and it's incredible. Are these compliant in level 2 and up matches?


r/Walther 1d ago

Did some gunsmifing on my PDP mag release button.

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10 Upvotes

I’m lefty but prefer my mag release setup on the left side of the handgun so I use my trigger finger to drop the mag. It doesn’t break my grip as much and I’ll never get DQ’d for finger on the trigger during a reload. The issue with the PDP SF specifically is that the mag release button location and grip ergos placed my support hand index finger if the perfect spot to reach around and push on my firing hand middle finger causing it to drop a mag prematurely during a string. By cutting the bottom half of the mag release button off with a hacksaw it’s no longer an issue. Yes I can still easily hit the mag release button with my trigger finger.


r/Walther 1d ago

There are many others

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68 Upvotes

But this one is mine. My Walther PDP Pro SD Compact. Finally put all the parts together and very happy with both the aesthetics and how it performs. Looking forward to more training and range days.


r/Walther 1d ago

Wealther PDP Pro SD and PDP

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28 Upvotes

So I got the PDP it’s bone stock and I loved it enough to go deep down the hole. Would Love everyone’s thoughts…

The PDP Pro SD
Olight PL X Pro
Osight XE AMRS Enclosed
PMM Comp
Ultra Mass Guide Rod


r/Walther 2d ago

PDP PMM Glaze Post

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132 Upvotes

10,752 rounds in 3 months and I'm fucking astonished.

Peep my post history for my initial impressions about 3 months ago for my first introduction to Walther, if you'd like.

I've been shooting this PMM PDP for days on end when either my range owning/LEO friends invite me shooting or I head to my local range, practically almost daily now that our schedules have lined up.

This gun is fucking INSANE.

Laser beam accuracy, an INCREDIBLE trigger paired with a fantastic comp by PMM.

I just fucking runs, man, Like, reliably boring?

It absolutely loves Speer GD+P which I personally love/stockpile for self defense ammo.


r/Walther 1d ago

Does PDP F series use the same safety plunger spring that regular PDP uses?

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Thats one cheap mod that i like to do on my striker fired guns, wonder if the same pdp spring works on the pdp F. Only thing i know is the striker system is different between them.


r/Walther 2d ago

My build is completed

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81 Upvotes

r/Walther 1d ago

Pdp f series back strap that fits OEM magwell without filing?

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As hhd told says I run a stock pdp f series magwell and want to add a backstrap but was told Taylor and lok need modifications. Any advice?


r/Walther 2d ago

Walther PDP-F grip too big

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I have pretty normal sized hands for a girl (wear a unisex size medium glove) but the smallest PDP-F backstrap still feels too big for me.

Ive shot ~3000 rounds through it and it still feels ”wrong” every time I take it out. I either have to slide my right hand so far back that the front of my fingers don’t fold neatly around the front of the grip and I have trouble with the trigger safety, or I have a big gap between my palms. I am constantly “milking the grip” and it’s a challenge to shoot with speed without my grip getting worse with every shot. Every once in a while I happen upon a grip that works great, but by the following week Im starting over trying to figure it out.

I also struggle with thumb placement, the slide never locks back (except apparently in this video) and I frequently cause it to go out of battery.

By comparison I have a 9mm P365x that “just fits” in my hands every time I pick it up, but obviously it’s a lot less fun to shoot 5 boxes out of. I do also struggle with Glock grips for similar reasons as my PDP - they’re too long front to back.

Does anyone have any ideas? It seems ridiculous to me that a female specific gun wouldn’t come in a small enough backstrap size, so I’m very open to the possibility that I’m doing something wrong.


r/Walther 2d ago

Vortex Defender ST vs Holosun SCS => Walther PDP 3.5 F Series Pro

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Is anybody running a vortex on the new Walter PDPF series pro or the Holosun SCS?

Vortex has a taller window that advance is getting back on the target. The Holosun attaches directly to the slide and has a lower profile and easier to co-witness with iron sites.

Any thoughts???


r/Walther 2d ago

Walther ppk/s owb holster?

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Hey all, ive had a stainless ppk/s for about 5 years now and I always pocket carry it or put it in a compartment on tractor,bulldozer, mower, etc while im working around my property. I also put it in a jacket pocket when i go hunting. I would love a good owb holster to keep it on me. I bought it used from a gun store and its dinged up and scratched ao im not trying to keep it pristine. What are your reccomendations for an owb holster?


r/Walther 3d ago

I think this is pretty cool.

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49 Upvotes

Of course, I grew up during the Goldeneye days of Bond on N64 and watching the movie with my dad, so acquiring the James Bond gun was of utmost importance to me as a young adult…duh! When I ordered mine and went to pick it up, I began documenting the serial number for my records, and of course, the first thing I noticed was this. I’m wondering what the chances of this are and if it’s really as cool as I think it is! Haha. Made me giggle just like my first day of playing Goldeneye!


r/Walther 3d ago

Apparently I have a type

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181 Upvotes

I never realized German was my type

2 competition guns and 2 carry guns


r/Walther 3d ago

Show me your PDP compact carry setups

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38 Upvotes

I have a full size 4.5” PDP setup for USPSA, but it’s a bit big for carry. Thinking about getting a compact for CCW.

Show me your sick setups!

Pic for clicks!


r/Walther 3d ago

Because two is better

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It’s a shame the Creed came and went so quickly - as far as I’m concerned it shoots/feels/performs way above its class.

I picked up the PPQ yesterday (guess I have a thing for discontinued models) and will take it out today for a spin. Dry-firing it makes me think I’m gonna fall in love all over again.

Question to those who’ve put a PDP slide on the PPQ frame - did you use the same barrel and recoil spring from the PPQ or did you buy everything for simplicity’s sake? Just something I’m thinking about down the line, it’d be nice to have an optic option without modifying the PPQ.