Walther/Manurhin PPK/S PPK-S .380 ACP Semi-Automatic Pistol 1981-1982

SOLD FOR: $1276

LSB#: 210826DM14

Make: Made by Manurhin, licensed by Walther

Model: PPK/S

Serial Number: 250274S

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1981-1982

Caliber: .380 ACP

Action Type: Single/Double Action, Semi-Automatic Pistol with Detachable Magazine

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked with the Walther banner logo and “UNDER LICENSE OF / Carl Walther Waffenfabrik Ulm/Do. / Modell PPK/S Cal. 9mm kurz/380 ACP”. The right side of the slide is marked with a St. Etienne crown proof, “250274” and “INTERARMS / ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA”. The right side of the frame, behind the trigger, is marked “250274S”. The barrel is marked with the same crown proof and “ST ETIENNE”. The butt is marked with a Manurhin logo and “MADE IN FRANCE”.

Barrel Length: 3 1/4”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a low-profile blade that is fixed to the front of the slide with a red dot in the rear. The rear sight is a square-notch with a white square below the notch, dovetailed to the rear of the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black plastic with Walther banner logos at their tops. The grips have minor handling wear with a few scattered light scuffs, mostly in the smooth borders. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is well defined, generally sharp. Overall, the grips are in Fine condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

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 98% of its metal finish. The action shows light operational wear, most notable in the ejection port. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw head is sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action 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:

-Brown leather Gunskin IWB clip holster.

-Single 7-round Walther magazine.

Our Assessment: The Walther PP series has long been a popular option for civilian, law enforcement, and even military pistols. The PP was just small enough to be convenient, but large enough for a service pistol. The PPK makes for a great concealed carry pistol. Following the Gun Control Act of 1968, the PPK/S was introduced to meet the United States’ import requirements, neatly splitting the difference between the two. Due to…issues related to WWII, there was a period of time where Walther could not manufacture arms in Germany, and the French firm of Manurhin took over production of many of Walther’s popular lines. Since then, the PP series has seen production in Germany, France, and here in the United States. This example is a French made Walther PPK/S chambered for .380 ACP (9mm kurz). It is in Excellent condition, showing signs of infrequent and responsible use. It comes with a nice concealed carry holster and a single magazine to get you started. This would make for a good carry gun or addition to a Walther collection missing a Manurhin/Interarms example. Please see our photos and good luck!