Heckler & Koch H&K HK P7K3 P7-K3 .32 ACP 3.8″ Squeeze Cock Semi-Auto Pistol
Sold for $12,000
LSB#: 220723HE007
Make: Heckler & Koch
Model: P7K3
Serial Number: 2176
Year of Manufacture: 1988 (II Date Code)
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 Auto)
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Grip-Cocked, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “P7K3 / 9k/7,65? and “HECKLER & KOCH GMBH / OBERNDORF/N MADE IN W-GERMANY”, the right is marked with the Ulm antler proof mark, eagle over “N” proof and “II” date code. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number, “K3”, eagle over “N”, “II” date code and Ulm antler. The left grip panel is marked “HK P7 K3”. The right side of the barrel is marked “HK 7.65”.
Barrel Length: 3.8”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a single white dot dovetailed to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a square notch with two white dots which is dovetailed and set screwed to the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are high strength polymer with textured sides which thin slightly toward the top, showing only light handling marks. There are no cracks or chips. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the polygonal rifling is well defined. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are no significant imperfections, only light handling wear. The screw heads are lightly tool marked with sharp slots. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The pistol’s action is cocked by squeezing the fore strap of the grip frame, delivering a smooth, short trigger pull. The pistol has an ambidextrous magazine release located on the trigger guard. The slide to frame fit is tight. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a black plastic Heckler and Koch box with the serial number on the front of the lid, a total of two 8-round magazines, paperwork including the manual, and a P7K3 tool.
Our Assessment: The decision to equip West German police with an advanced 9mm service pistol and replace existing 7.65mm Browning-caliber weapons was prompted after the 1972 Munich Olympics Massacre. The new firearm was to meet the following requirements: chamber the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge, weigh no more than 1,000 g (35 oz), the pistol’s dimensions would not exceed 180 × 130 × 34 mm, it should have a muzzle energy of no less than 500 J and a service life of at least 10,000-rounds. The pistol was also to be fully ambidextrous, safe to carry with a loaded chamber and able to be quickly drawn and ready to fire instantly. As a result of a competitive bid the German police forces selected three different pistols into service: the Swiss SIG Sauer P225 (designated the P6) and two German designs—the P7 (officially designated the PSP) and the Walther P5. Series production of the P7 started in 1979. Shortly after, the pistol was introduced in a higher capacity, double-stack frame, just in time to be submitted to the US Army trials to replace the 1911. Then, it was shrunk down, designed to be convertible from .22 Long Rifle to .32 ACP to .380 ACP. This example is in .32 ACP, in Excellent condition. It comes with its original box, maintenance tool, manual and a total of two 8-round magazines. These pistols don’t come around every day, and this is a must-have for the serious HK collector. Please see our pictures and good luck!