Walther Q4
| Walther Q4 SF | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | Germany |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Carl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen |
| Specifications | |
The Walther Q4 SF is a semi-automatic pistol produced by German weapons manufacturer Carl Walther GmbH since 2020.[1][2]
The pistol's frame is cut from a single piece of steel.[3] The pistol weighs about 40 oz (1,100 g), which is heavier than Walther pistols which have polymer, or plastic, frames.[4][5] The pistol is more stable and produces less recoil than Walther's polymer-framed nine millimeter pistols.[6] Walther introduced the Q4 SF in 2020, after the success of a larger-format pistol, the Walther Q5 SF, another steel pistol.[2] Because of its smaller size, the Walther Q4 SF is designed for self-defense, and is a pistol that can be carried; in contrast to the Q5 SF, which is larger and is primarily a marksmanship pistol.[2][1]
The pistol fires 9 mm cartridges, or bullets, which are similar to the American .40 caliber.[1][7]
The Walther Q4 SF borrows characteristics also from another Walther pistol, the Walther PPQ, a polymer, or plastic-framed, pistol.[8] Both pistols are single-action.[2] The trigger on a single-action pistol releases the cocked hammer, striker, or firing pin, and performs no other mechanical function.[9] The Walther Q4 SF uses a striker, which is a spring-loaded firing pin, rather than a hammer.[1] The combination of a striker-fired, single-action pistol allowed Walther to adjust the trigger pull based on the perceived shooter's requirements and not the pistol's mechanical needs.[8][10] A slow, steady, even trigger pull aids in accuracy.[1]
The pistol comes with high visibility sights, which are designed for quick target acquisition and low light.[11][2] The Q4 SF comes with magazines that hold 15 bullets (nine millimeter cartridges).[1]
References
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- ^ Tarr, James (January 8, 2021). "Walther Q4 Steel Frame Pistol Review". Handguns. Archived from the original on February 20, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ "Walther PPQ M2 9mm 4" vs Walther Q4 SF size comparison | Handgun Hero". www.handgunhero.com. Archived from the original on 2023-02-20. Retrieved 2023-02-20.
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- ^ "Walther Q4 SF Optics Ready: Reviewing Heavy Metal". Walther Q4 SF Optics Ready: Reviewing Heavy Metal. 12 March 2021. Archived from the original on 20 February 2023. Retrieved 20 February 2023.
- ^ ".40 S&W - Information and Comparisons | Diffen". data.diffen.com. Archived from the original on 2023-03-18. Retrieved 2023-04-24.
- ^ a b Freeman, David (February 18, 2021). "Walther Q4 SF". GUNS Magazine. Archived from the original on February 20, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ Findley, Ben (March 15, 2018). "Walther PPQ M2 Sub-Compact Review [HANDS-ON]". Archived from the original on February 15, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ "Walther PPQ M2 Review: German Police Pistol". November 19, 2022. Archived from the original on January 27, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ "LPA Ghilardi". www.lpasights.com. Archived from the original on 2022-12-04. Retrieved 2023-02-15.
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