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From: osan@cbnewsb.cb.att.com (andrew.vida-szucs)
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Subject: Opinions on Walther P-88
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Date: 27 Jun 91 02:24:18 GMT
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Greetings!

I've been looking at various semi-auto handguns for home and a relaxing 
afternoon at the range.  While several appeal to me, many I consider unsuitable
by virtue of their aluminum frames (SIG SAUER 22x, 230 are good examples).
Personally I feel that any gun that cannot stand hot loads ain't worth buying.
Not that I hot rod my loads; its more an indication of overall quality and
durability.

Anyway, it seems that there are not so many automatics that show this level
of quality, and those that do all have steel frames.  The Browning Hi-Power is
one, but a bit too big (besides it was the first pistol I ever owned, untill
stolen by movers, and would like to try something new).

That seems to leave the H&K Px and thw Walther P-88.  I do not like the gimmicky
nature of the H&K which leaves the Walther.  I found the manufacture to be
of very high quality (certainly better than the P-5) ans I love the fully 
ambidexterous nature of the weapon. 

I would like to know what experiences any of you have had with this gun and
how is the balance and accuracy.  Also, do you feel it is worth the hefty
$1000+ price tag??

Many thanks for any help.

	-Andy V.