I completely agree. The PPQ and PPQ M2 both feel well polished and are IMO unquestionably competitive with the likes of Glock, Springfield, HK, etc. The PPX just doesn't have that same sort of feeling to it. It very decidedly has the feeling of being built to a price rather than being the best...
Its an interesting piece for those of us who wonder what is technically possible, even if we don't have the resources to try it ourselves. While I am definitely appreciative of the historical aspect to these fine weapons, it seems that sacrificing one for the potential education and edification...
IMO, take a look at the Walther PPQ in 9mm or .40. I think they really are an improvement on all the others that I had the chance to handle (Glock, M&P, XD). The PPQM2 has even got a traditional push-button mag release if thats your thing.
I'd like to put in a good word for the Walther product; I've had my PPK for 2 years, it has never jammed (Fail to Feed, Fail to Eject, etc.), it chambers and runs beautifully with everything I've ever fed it including Hydra Shocks, and I've not had a single problem with it.
Based on what...
When it comes to compact handguns, specifically the Kel-tec P-11 and the Walther PPK, both seem to fit the category. That said, they are separated by nearly 70 years, which would you choose based on reliability, quality, etc.; why? This question pertains particularly to accuracy, size, and...