Picked up PPQ M2

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Picked up my M2 9mm 4" last week. I really wanted to give the M1 a go, but the paddle release just didn't feel right for me. I instinctively reached for the mag release button every time I handled the M1.

I'm not sure how I over looked this pistol before, but I own it now. Next to a 1911 I don't think I have held a pistol that felt so natural in my hand.

Shot it over the weekend, and despite having a bad trigger finger injury, I love this pistol! Couldn't really feel the trigger the way I would have liked, but that was the finger not the trigger.

Can't wait for finger to heal so I can truly enjoy this pistol. Ordering my Adams Holsters Texas IWB and some night sights next.[emoji2]
 
I have the 9 and 40 in the M1 version, and I love the paddles. No way to have an accidental mag drop.

But the M2 does seem to be more popular here in the States. Either version, you got a great pistol with a well-deserved reputation!

Enjoy!!
 
I have the 9 and 40 in the M1 version, and I love the paddles. No way to have an accidental mag drop.
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Yep - that's why the paddles are superior. (And the fact that the M1 can use inexpensive P99/SW99/MR9 mags.)

Regardless, that's a fine pistol the OP got.
 
I really wanted to give the M1 the nod specifically for the mag concerns, but I just didn't warm up to it. I am sure if I really took the time to train with it, I might. But I couldn't afford a 500+ dollar chance on if I would warm up to it.

Either way, I had no issues with the mag release on the M2. And that was even with grip issues due to my injury. I just flat out love everything about this pistol so far. To the point I might have to grab the .40 S&W just because:)
 
I have the 9 and 40 in the M1 version, and I love the paddles.
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I had a 99 and thought the paddles were cool IF, I were a lot younger and trained for 50 years like I have with the button. At this stage in MY life I will stick to what I know for emergency work! Playful shooting is another thing:D
 
I just played with both

I've only put about 100 rounds through my M2, but so far I'm really happy with it - But, I haven't trained with it yet and I don't consider any firearm vetted until i've trained with it (by training I mean an organized class where we manipulate the heck out of the guns.) A close friend just acquire the M1 - I was a bit jealous because I had always thought that was the one I wanted - I haven't shot his yet, but gripping and manipulating the M1 required significant breaking of the grip to get to the paddle mag release - whereas - as has already been noted, the M2 mag release button is almost too well placed. We have plans to shoot both side by side in the next coming weeks. If there's anything new to report I will chime back in.
 
I haven't shot his yet, but gripping and manipulating the M1 required significant breaking of the grip to get to the paddle mag release
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Then you were doing something wrong.

If you were breaking your grip by using your thumb (which I have to do to use pretty much any thumb-mounted release - especially on Glocks), you could have used your index or middle finger to operate the paddle from the other side without breaking your grip.

That's part of the brilliance of the paddle system. It makes it possible for people of all different hand sizes to find a way to reach the release without having to shift their grip. With the thumb release, you are pretty much locked into one method, whether it works well for you or not.
 
Exactly what Fishbed said. You're not supposed to operate it with your thumb. If you use your forefinger (or middle finger), as intended, operating it requires the least change to your grip of any style style of mag release.

I love the paddle mag release on my PPS. I wish it were available on more guns.
 
I love the paddle mag release on my PPS. I wish it were available on more guns.
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This is what me get rid of my P99!!! I loved the gun but hated the paddles for one reason ... not the design, which I think is great for beginners ... After thousands of hours of police training and even more training for competition by myself, it not instinctive and by the time it is at the same lever, the gun will be rusty!!! :eek:

Stick to what you know intuitively, as big changes for old experienced folks, be it guns or the high wire, is not good for stressful circumstances where that natural reaction is why you survive, and the guy trying to remember, OH thumb, OH NO I FORGOT, forefinger... Nay for me...
 
Stick to what you know intuitively, as big changes for old experienced folks, be it guns or the high wire, is not good for stressful circumstances where that natural reaction is why you survive, and the guy trying to remember, OH thumb, OH NO I FORGOT, forefinger... Nay for me...
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There's no reason you can't use your thumb to actuate the paddle-style release. I find however, that I must shift my grip to do so. Which is really no different than a Glock or 1911 in my experience.

Thus I use my forefinger. No need to shift my grip to do so.

I have never had any problems going from thumb to paddle releases. YMMV. In fact, using a forefinger to drop mags is very intuitive, especially if you shoot ARs.

As far as usefulness in stressful situations, HK and Walther pistols are widely used by law enforcement and military users worldwide, so I would venture to say that the paddle release is not an issue.
 
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Fishbed77 said:
"you could have used your index or middle finger to operate the paddle from the other side without breaking your grip."

Thanks Fishbed... I didn't know this! Like I said, we are going to do a side by side between the M1 & M2 soon and if there is anything new to report I will - but, at least now I will know the proper procedure to try on the m1 mag release.
 
I have never had any problems going from thumb to paddle releases. YMMV. In fact, using a forefinger to drop mags is very intuitive, especially if you shoot ARs.
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I agree if you went to all Walther paddle guns, but if you had a Walther, and a Glock, and a 1911 ... that can be counter productive for old school folks like me who did it the other way for 50 years!
 
I agree if you went to all Walther paddle guns, but if you had a Walther, and a Glock, and a 1911 ... that can be counter productive for old school folks like me who did it the other way for 50 years!
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I have (and shoot regularly) a Walther, Glock, and 1911. No problems here. It's all about training. YMMV.
 
I also really like by PPQ M2. I got the .40S&W, and it shoots like a dream. It does take some adjusting to the extremely short reset, which makes it very easy to double or triple tap without intending to. I have to set my finger a bit further out toward the tip in order to avoid having too little pressure on the trigger to avoid the double tap. Great gun.
 
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