TheWalther Hammerli X-Esse SF IPSC Black is a .22 LR (5.6 mm) caliber precision self-reloading side-firing sport pistol. It features a solid and steel frame and lock. It has a fixed 6-inch barrel (150 mm) and an adjustable, micrometric disc-type pincer. An interesting feature is the three-walled musket with three different widths, allowing quick selection of the preferred option. A distinctive feature of the X-Esse series is the movable rear part of the breech, somewhat reminiscent of Beretta's solutions, along with wings that allow easy and quick one-handed breech pull. This modern design is sure to be appreciated by those who practice sports and dynamic shooting.
Features of the Hammerli X-Esse SF IPSC sporting pistol:
- The pistol has an incredibly comfortable and perfectly designed grip for sport shooting.
- It is powered by widely available, diverse and inexpensive .22 LR ammunition.
- It is equipped with an excellent, anatomically shaped handle made of blue colored wood.
- The 150mm long barrel is permanently embedded in the frame, which promotes accuracy.
- A weight is placed in front of the trigger bail to reduce the feel of the underlug.
- The pistol has an adjustable sporting stock and a fixed bowstring. Both elements have bright dots for easy aiming.
- It has a two-stage sport trigger with a weight of about 1,360 grams and a short reset.
- The frame and breech construction is made of steel finished with a black protective coating.
- The gun's light weight, not exceeding 1 kilogram.
- In the set you will receive 2 spare magazines for 10 cartridges.
Mechanism of operation of the pistol
The pistol is a weapon for .22 Long-Rile (5.6 mm) side-loading ammunition. For this reason, the pistol does not require any form of cocking, other than a strong return spring and sufficient breech weight. Automation is therefore based on free breech recoil . Striker-fired striker mechanism.
Safeties and manipulators
The gun has an adjustable wing fuse located in the rear of the breech. It is easily operated with the thumb. On the frame is located a lever dropping the lock from the rear position after the last shot. The magazine release is located at the base of the trigger bail.
The barrel used in the pistol
A 150 mm (6") long forged barrel is used here, made of stainless steel and coated to prevent corrosion.
Magazine and grip
The gun has a metal magazine for 10 cartridges + 1 in the chamber. The kit includes 2 magazines.
