{"id":1149,"date":"2023-08-02T23:21:31","date_gmt":"2023-08-02T23:21:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1149"},"modified":"2023-08-02T23:21:31","modified_gmt":"2023-08-02T23:21:31","slug":"range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1149","title":{"rendered":"Range Report: Walther Q5 Match 9mm Long Slide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>Walther has a long and storied history of manufacturing quality firearms and occasionally producing something innovative. Like other makers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/walther\/firearms\/handguns\/?srule=our-picks&amp;brand=Walther&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walther<\/a> entered the striker-fired, polymer-frame market some time ago. Its handguns are not the least expensive, usually costing more than the competition in comparable models. What you are getting is a superior product with good quality of manufacture and an excellent trigger.<\/p>\n<p>Among the best examples of Walther\u2019s modern 9mm <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handguns<\/a> is the Q5 Match. This pistol provides a heft and balance that makes for easy shooting. While it may be used in quite a few types of competition, I find the pistol to be an ideal personal defense tool as well. A handgun that handles this quickly, is completely reliable, and more accurate than most, is clearly a good defensive handgun. Hand fit is extraordinary in most ways and recoil pleasant even for a 9mm handgun.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Walther Q5 Match 9mm semi-automatic handgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-89493 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Walther Q5 Match 9mm semi-automatic handgun, left profile\" class=\"wp-image-89493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-6.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>An optics-ready slide, slick trigger, and adjustable sights are excellent features. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Walther Q5 Match Features<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/walther-ppq-q5-match-semi-auto-pistol-9mm-luger-5-barrel-15-rounds-with-optic-mounting-platform-polymer-frame-black\/FC-723364210587.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walther\u2019s Q5 Match polymer-frame<\/a> 9mm pistol is my favorite 9mm for fun and target shooting. Walther also offers a more expensive steel frame version. I have handled the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/walther-q5-match-steel-frame-9mm-luger-pistol\/FC-723364215926.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">steel-frame version<\/a>. While I am certain it would be sweet to fire 43 ounces, it is heavy for constant carry.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>It is a great match gun \u2014 of that, I am certain. Recoil was very gentle. Just the same, I cannot imagine anyone having trouble with the polymer frame Q5\u2019s push. The pistol is based on the Walther PPQ 9mm pistol. The PPQ is a proven reliable and with an excellent reputation. Like many newer handguns, the Q5 is an optics-ready handgun.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The pistol\u2019s primogenitor is evident in design features. The Walther Q5 Match resembles the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/walther-ppq-9mm-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PPQ<\/a> to a point. An extended slide stop and forward cocking serrations are PPQ like. The slide is extended and accommodates a five-inch barrel.<\/p>\n<p>The frame is properly designed for excellent hand fit with special attention to trigger-finger reach. The balance of adhesion and abrasion in the grip frame is good. The pistol features a modern light rail. The magazine release is an ambidextrous paddle type, rather than the usual Browning-type plunger.<\/p>\n<p>There are 16 weight-saving cuts in the slide. This prevents the pistol from being too heavy for carry and from becoming \u2018slide heavy.\u2019 The metal parts are finished in black Tenifer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"384\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Walther Q5 Match 9mm pistol next to a red dot sight and three loose rounds of 9mm ammo\" class=\"wp-image-89490 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?w=384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=384%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"384\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=384%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Walther Q5 Match 9mm pistol next to a red dot sight and three loose rounds of 9mm ammo\" class=\"wp-image-89490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?w=384&amp;ssl=1 384w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-3.jpg?resize=150%2C225&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Q5 is an affordable and useful 9mm. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The front sight is a high visibility red fiber optic sight properly pinned in place. The rear sight is an uncommon sight on a polymer frame striker fired pistol. The sight offers excellent adjustment but is also rugged and not likely to be easily knocked out of adjustment. The five-inch barrel features traditional rifling, so lead or plated bullets may be used (unlike polygonal-rifled barrels).<\/p>\n<p>The Walther Quick Defense trigger is an advantage over most striker-fired pistols. The Walther design uses the usual blade-type safety lever set into the trigger. Take up is slight. The trigger travels a bit less than one-half inch before firing.<\/p>\n<p>If you ride the trigger after firing, with the finger remaining on the trigger, fast reset is possible. The trigger features a short, crisp, reset (about .1 inch in duration). The Walther trigger breaks at a sharp 4.9 pounds and very clean. The trigger action makes for high hit probability.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Walther Q5 Match steel semi-auto 9mm handgun demonstrating the long slide\" class=\"wp-image-89498 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting the Walther Q5 Match steel semi-auto 9mm handgun demonstrating the long slide\" class=\"wp-image-89498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-11.jpg?resize=150%2C113&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>While the slide is long, the pistol\u2019s balance is excellent. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The pistol is supplied with three 15-round <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazines<\/a> and tools for changing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">optic<\/a> mounting plates, a lock, manual, and magazine loader. The Q5 is supplied with three interchangeable grip straps, making it a superb fit for most hand sizes with a little adaption.<\/p>\n<p>The magazine release is a paddle type. The paddle is a very fast once you have mastered the movement. The paddle is less likely to be activated by a too-tight <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/holsters\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holster<\/a> and is fully ambidextrous. The Walther was inspected before I engaged in considerable dry fire while preparing to head to the range.<\/p>\n<h2>Range Time<\/h2>\n<p>The pistol\u2019s magazines were loaded with quality ammunition from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/federal\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/winchester\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winchester<\/a> during the test program. Loads included the 115-grain Remington UMC FMJ, Federal 124-grain HST, Federal 138-grain Syntech hollow point, and Winchester\u2019s 147-grain Silvertip. The pistol never failed to feed, chamber, fire, or eject.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Field stripped Walther Q5 Match 9mm handgun\" class=\"wp-image-89492 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"576\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=576%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Field stripped Walther Q5 Match 9mm handgun\" class=\"wp-image-89492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?w=576&amp;ssl=1 576w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=564%2C564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=414%2C414&amp;ssl=1 414w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=388%2C388&amp;ssl=1 388w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Walther-Q5-5.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Disassembly of the Walther Q5 Match is simple. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>While it isn\u2019t quite what I call a long slide 9mm, the pistol is longer than most but no heavier. The Walther trigger, sights, and balance add up to a handgun that compliments a trained shooter. Firing at man-sized targets at 7, 10, and 15 yards, it was no mean feat to destroy the X-ring on demand.<\/p>\n<p>Firing from a solid, benchrest firing position, I enjoyed good accuracy results. Several five-shot groups at 25 yards were in the 2-inch range, none ranged over 2.5 inches. Another advantage of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/9mm-luger-or-9x19mm\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9mm Luger<\/a> in a five-inch barrel is velocity. The Federal 124-grain HST averaged 1,205 fps in velocity. That is a useful increase in velocity over standard 4-inch barrel handguns.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/rdf_july23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/rdf_july23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<h3>Specifications<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Caliber:<\/strong>\u00a09mm<br \/><strong>Slide finish:<\/strong>\u00a0Matte black Tenifer<br \/><strong>Barrel:<\/strong>\u00a05 inches, match-grade, Tenifer finish<br \/><strong>Frame:<\/strong>\u00a0Textured black polymer with interchangeable backstraps<br \/><strong>Accessory rail:<\/strong>\u00a03-Slot MIL-STD-14.9 913 Picatinny<br \/><strong>Front sight:<\/strong>\u00a0Red fiber optic<br \/><strong>Rear sight:<\/strong> Fully adjustable<br \/><strong>Trigger:<\/strong>\u00a0Quick Defense with integrated safety<br \/><strong>Trigger pull:<\/strong>\u00a04.9 pounds<br \/><strong>Barrel length:<\/strong>\u00a05 inches<br \/><strong>Overall length:<\/strong>\u00a08.7 inches<br \/><strong>Height:<\/strong>\u00a05.3 inches<br \/><strong>Slide width:<\/strong>\u00a01.1 inches<br \/><strong>Grip width:<\/strong>\u00a01.3 inches<br \/><strong>Weight:<\/strong>\u00a027.2 ounces<br \/><strong>Capacity:<\/strong>\u00a015+1<br \/><strong>Twist:<\/strong>\u00a01:10\u201d RH<br \/><strong>Accessories:<\/strong>\u00a0Three optic mounting plates with tools and hardware, three grip inserts, three magazines, magazine loader, hard case, lock, owner\u2019s manual<br \/><strong>MSRP:<\/strong>\u00a0$849<\/p>\n<p>I could not be more pleased with the Walther Q5 9mm. The pistol could win a match but then you may take it home and defend the homestead- or carry the pistol concealed in comfort.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>In a world of compacts, what do you think of the Walther Q5 Match long slide? How would you use it target shooting or self-defense? Share your answers in the Comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=range-report-walther-q5-match-9mm-long-slide\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Walther has a long and storied history of manufacturing quality firearms and occasionally producing something innovative. Like other makers, Walther entered the striker-fired, polymer-frame market some time ago. 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