Walther p22 slide crack Sending the slide back in to Walther. Hopefully this detailing will prevent the eventual cracking to occur. I’ve noticed slide wear which goes into the metal, indentations on opposite sides where they are striking against steel parts. Oct 18, 2010 · Walther P22 slide cracked! Jump to Latest 3. I've never seen a single report of either of the PPK/S or 1911's slide cracking, yet with this one its a rampant issue after being in production for over a decade. I went to shoot my P22 with my son the other day and he said, "dad the gun is cracked. Or you were using stingers or one of them hotter rounds. Feb 20, 2009 · HI guys. Jun 7, 2005 · Please post any Walther forums you know of here so i can get this message out. The truth is the SR22 is a better interpretation of the Walther P22. The extractor seems to be very loose. Walther will replace the slide. I believe that is caused by a rim blowout due to bad ammo. Apr 17, 2011 · One thing I might add is that the tolerance of the P22 is so tight regarding engagement of the frame rails to the slide grooves that if the slide fractures it is likely that the rear of the slide will pop up and a stoppage will immediately occur. What you’re seeing is an inherent flaw with a lot of . Hopefully they send the right part, because the service rep seemed to think that I was calling about a cracked P22 slide. Walther Service claims that slide was not in the shipping box, though the return form was in it of which I packaged the slide and barrel in separate yellow mailer envelopes with their respective return form in each envelope. the P22 isn't made by walther really. Oct 7, 2022 · New P22 Crack Under slide Jump to Latest 1. 6K views 4 replies 4 participants last post by Komodo1942 Oct 7, 2022 Feb 26, 2013 · Cosmetically this latest slide resembles the 1st Edition P22 (non-Q), but there is more material on it than in the other two ones that ended up cracked. You can tell the difference as the new model has three slots on the rail and the grip pattern and slide match the PPQ pistols. IMO, a new gun should work correctly from the factory. Nov 2, 2023 · A few have had the top of the slide, breech face area blow upward and crack. Oct 20, 2011 · the "compensator" is likely the cause of the slide cracking. Final Verdict. Even the slide stop cut out has indentations from the stronger steel of the slide catch. real walther products are damn fine products---the p22 is basically a BB gun on steroids that is pretty much disposable. They returned gun in 10 days with new slide hammer and many new parts at no cost to me. I've Googled around and it seems like a common problem with the "extended barrel" P22 but I can't find any solutions as to how I can go about replacing the slide. Call me picky. If the recoil spring isn’t the problem, cleaning and re-lubing your Walther P22 might just do the trick. It was way out of warranty, so I figured I'd be buying a new slide. 6K views 9 replies 5 participants last post by 1917-1911M Jan 23, 2011 Feb 5, 2016 · Plenty of slides have broken on the original models. Cracked Slide on P22. 1 2. There is also some sort of a shiny rail embedded in the slide's underbelly at the rear end, which is absent from my 1st Edition P22 slide. Note: I'd say this fella, Handy, is a darn Feb 9, 2016 · Walther really needs to do something about this. The P22 has to have a lighter weight slide bc . 22 semiauto’s. Dec 25, 2020 · Above is a photo of an original P99 themed pistol with a cracked slide. 4 Oct 6, 2009 · How many other pistols do you read about having the slide crack or break into two parts while firing. The design of the P22 hammer/breech block/firing pin should largely eliminate the pistol from firing a round out of battery. Walther hasn’t fixed it bc changes would be too expensive or would result in a drastic overhaul of the design, making it no longer a P22 as we know it. 22LR are made from the same material yet seemingly lack this issue. It's an older gun, an AD series from 2003, that had likely seen some hard use. Release the slide and then push it forward, separating it from the . 1 4 of 4 Go to page. " Whaaaat?! Low and behold, there is a small crack at the rear of the extractor area. In about 2011 Walther came out with a revised P22 commonly referred to as the Q model. Aug 30, 2022 · The problem with cracked slides is, in my opinion, limited to the original P22 design. Feb 1, 2024 · But let’s not jump the gun here. I am from the Philippines, with no S&W to go to when things like this will happen. I intend to repair it at some point this summer, just haven't got around to it. When we got home, I sent Walther an e-mail on where to buy a replacement slide since I can’t find a reputable source online. Feb 26, 2024 · My P22 failed to feed about 3 out of 10 rounds on Saturday so I took it inside for cleaning and inspection and noticed the infamous slide stop crack immediately. On the other hand I've only had one ever break and that was a 5" version with well over 30K rounds on it. Over the years some of the earlier slides broke during the first week of ownership. It's especially embarrassing when their PPK/S and 1911 in . Everyone reading this also has my permission to post the above link anywhere a Walther P22 owner might find it. I got a quote over the phone for slide replacment, but was was told they seldom charge for it. The white line is above the rear of the muzzle cup which is the part that hits the takedown lever to stop rearward movement of the slide. This is the first breakage I've ever experienced on a Walther in around a decade and a half of owning at one point or another, a few P99 pistols, a PPS, and a PPQ. Feb 4, 2019 · Apparently, if one looks around and asks, a cracked P22 slide can be rebuilt in any metal configuration available (from ZAMAK as the original, to ALU or even steel). Does anyone know if Walther in Germany will also replace my P22's slide if it breaks? Oct 17, 2008 · P22 slide crack - not the usual spot Jump to Latest Follow 2K views 4 replies 3 participants last post by BillyTheChamp Oct 28, 2008 Aug 19, 2019 · I'll keep the forum updated as to how this works out. Thanks guys. Nov 5, 2021 · Had a P22 slide cracked on us yesterday. The Walther P22 is a firearm that has a lot going for it. Next, pull back the slide, and rotate the takedown lever found in front of the trigger guard downwards. Jump to Latest 21 - 21 of 21 Posts. Leave them here as replies so the community can follow along. So well known that there is even a Walther P22 bible that explains all the mods needed to make it chamber and fire consistently. 4” barrel with the ruff cut chamber back for replacement. Oct 25, 2024 · Walther Firearms. Walther introduced a reinforced slide with the P22Q models. Jan 12, 2011 · That notch is purposely molded and machined into the slide in order to catch the hold open ( slide stop) arm. Since about '04 or so the rear edge of the slide catch notch has had a hardened steel pin installed in order to stop the zinc slide from being worn away by the steel stop arm. I am more than willing to answer any questions. Jun 10, 2023 · How do you disassemble the Walther P22 for cleaning? Disassembling the Walther P22 for cleaning requires you to first remove the magazine and ensure the firearm is unloaded. it's made by the parent company Umarex, that bought walther. Mar 31, 2016 · Walther Firearms. Got a response today from Walther Arms/UmarexUSA Apr 14, 2009 · I sent my P22 back to S&W last spring because the slide was too loose to reset the hammer. if the slide hits it, goodbye slide. Jump to Latest 61 - 67 of 67 Posts. Crete · Registered. I was using Remi Golden Bullets. Jul 14, 2011 · I had a P22 slide crack on me a couple of months ago. Go. Mar 16, 2018 · The fact that the line of the "P" of the P22 molded in the slide is directly in line with the slide lock notch doesn't help, but Walther will have to remedy that. May 12, 2011 · My P22 developed a crack in the slide, from the corner of the slide-stop notch to the edge of the ejection port. P22. I just got an offer to have my cracked slide rebuilt (copied) in steel, next month (March 2019). Any thoughts? View attachment 106103 Aug 22, 2021 · I have approximately 2k rounds through my Walther P22 Q (purchased new). Joined Apr 14, 2003 · 965 Posts #21 Jan 25, 2012 · The problems of the Walther P22 are well known to Walther and long time owners. discussions around Walther firearms including but not limited to the PPK, PPK/S, PP, P38, PDP, PPQ, PPS, P99, PPX, CCP, WMP, PK380, P22, G22, WA2000, VG, G43, G41, MP Apr 30, 2021 · I sent my Walther P22 with its cracked slide and the 3. Called S&W, they sent me a return label. Any links or info appreciated. Brand new P22 slide crack? Jump to Latest Follow 3K Dec 11, 2006 · Cracked slide Looks like the slide is hitting the take down latch too much because of weakened spring. Anyone know where I can buy a replacement slide? The crack is vertical on the side of the slide in the middle of the extraction port. The white line at the muzzle is the other place they crack. It has a thicker slide. Just follow the manual while reassembling, and you should be good to go. Feb 10, 2019 · Walther p22 slider crack. 22 doesn’t produce enough recoil to cycle a normal steel slide properly. Thanks to info found here, I contacted walther to request replacement and I'm waiting for a response. The pistol is properly lubricated. That will keep the next round from chambering and firing with a broken slide. Smith/Walther makes parts available, which is a plus. vcn imdxjv azc ugivi norbl objvd dmlz fbtiqk kdlknj cxepyu