Walther Manurhin Model PPK/S PPKS .22 LR Semi-Automatic Pistol MFD 1960 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1136.11
LSB#: 210316RH01
Make: Walther, MFD by Manurhin
Model: PPK/S
Serial Number: 136453S
Year of Manufacture: 1960 C&R
Caliber: .22 LR
Action Type: Single or Double Action Semi-Auto with Removable Magazine and Slide-Mounted Decocker Safety
Markings: The left of the slide is marked with a Walther banner logo, “UNDER LICENSE OF / Carl Walther Waffenfabrik Ulm/Do. / Modell PPK/S Cal. 22 L.R.”. The right side of the slide is marked with a St. Etienne proof and “136453S” and “INTERARMS / ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA”. The right side of the barrel is marked with a proof and “ST. ETIENNE”. The right side of the frame behind the trigger is marked “136453S” vertically. The bottom of the mainspring housing is marked “MADE IN FRANCE” and with a “MANURHIN” stamp.
Barrel Length: 3 1/4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a low-profile blade with a white dot in its rear face that is integral to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch with a square white aiming reference below the notch, dovetailed into the slide. The sights form a two-dot aiming system, round over square, for fast sight acquisition. The top of the slide has a serrated rib to reduce glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black plastic with a Walther banner logo at the top of the left panel and a thumb rest on the left panel. The panels show no notable imperfections and the checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are a few other scattered minor marks. The action shows very light operational wear. The screw head is sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double action trigger pull is a little stiff and the single action pull has a smooth takeup followed by a light, crisp break. This pistol has a decocker safety which functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in its original serial matched black plastic case with two 10-round magazines and paperwork including a manual, test target, and a French Chamber of Commerce certificate. One of the magazines has a pinky extension and is marked with a Walther banner over “Cal. 22 L.R.” on either side. Both magazines show very light operational wear and minor thinning at the top edges. They rate in about Fine-Excellent condition. The case shows scattered light draglines and faint scratches with no chips or cracks. The case rates in about Fine condition.
Our Assessment: Because of the Gun Control Act of 1968, importation of the Walther PPK was disallowed, and Walther enlarged the pistol to the PPK/S model to get around the restrictions. The PPK/S was made by Walter into the 1970’s and then by license to Walter by Interarms starting in 1980 and continuing into the 1990’s, and later by Smith & Wesson, while during most of this time it was also manufactured by Manurhin. This is a blued Walther PPK/S in .22 LR caliber made in France under license by Manurhin. This pistol is in about Excellent condition with about 99% of its original finish remaining. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. The pistol comes with two magazines to get you started. If you want a small pistol for concealed carry or if you have small hands that won’t fit around a grip with a double stack magazine, this is a quality pistol that is great for concealed carry. It would make a nice addition for a Walther collector. Please see our photos and good luck!