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Friday, April 24, 2026  ■  Competition

Walther Performance Division Athletes Deliver Major Competitive Shooting Milestones with PDP Platform

Walther Arms is proud to recognize an exceptional month of achievement from members of its Performance Division, as top shooters continue to push the limits of performance with the Walther PDP platform across USPSA and IDPA competition.

Jay Beal achieved Grand Master rank in both USPSA Limited Optics and Open Division while competing with his Carry Optics PDP SF Match, shooting minor power factor. This accomplishment marks an incredibly rare achievement and may be the first of its kind.

Buck Lawler, already holding Grand Master status, secured a win at the North Texas Sectional USPSA match using his polymer-frame PDP Match. Notably, Lawler competed from concealment, running his pistol from a Tier 1 AIWB holster, further proving the platform's real-world capability at the highest levels of competition.

Parker Patrick earned a victory at the Arkansas State IDPA Match in Carry Optics, also using his polymer-frame PDP Match from AIWB concealment in his Tier 1 MSP Pro holster. His performance reinforces the versatility of the PDP platform for both competition and practical defensive applications.

These accomplishments reflect not only the skill of Walther's athletes, but also the capability and adaptability of the PDP platform across multiple disciplines and divisions.

"We are truly proud of our team," said Chris Long, Marketing Manager at Walther Arms. "Watching them achieve greatness with our platform in new and interesting ways is a real mark of pride and we're absolutely thrilled to see what they do next."

Walther continues to support top-level shooters who demonstrate excellence both on and off the range, showcasing what is possible when world-class athletes trust their performance to the PDP.

For more information about Walther Arms and the PDP lineup, visit WaltherArms.com

About Walther Arms: Walther Arms, based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, carries forward a legendary heritage of firearm innovation while focusing on modern performance and precision. Known worldwide for ergonomic design, engineering excellence, and uncompromising quality, Walther produces handguns trusted by professionals, competitors, and enthusiasts. With a commitment to reliability, accuracy, and shooter‑focused innovation, Walther Arms continues to shape the future of performance‑driven firearms.