Heckler & Koch HK P7M8 9mm 4” Squeeze-Cock Semi-Automatic Pistol & Case
SOLD FOR: $2,627.00
LSB#: WY241110KE006
Make: Heckler & Koch
Model: P7M8
Serial Number: 105977
Year of Manufacture: 1992
Caliber: 9mm Parabellum
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Grip-Cocked, Gas Delayed Blowback, Semi-Automatic, Removable Magazine Fed Pistol
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “HECKLER & KOCH GMBH / OBERNDORF/N MADE IN W-GERMANY” and “9mmx19”, the right is marked “WARNING REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL 16 105977 M8 / HK Inc., Sterling VA”, “11/92” and a squared proof with “BWB / 318”. The right side of the frame is marked “05977 M8”. The Government Agency Marking on the right side of the slide has been removed.
Barrel Length: 4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a white dot in the rear face and is dovetailed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch with two flanking white dots and is dovetailed to the slide. (The dots have been removed).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece textured black polymer panels. The backstrap and the front of the grip safety also have texturing to improve the grip. The panels show some faint marks along the borders. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in about Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Two H&K P7M8 8rd 9mm magazines in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the polygonal rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. Slide has turned to a plum hue. The finish is thinning at all edges, primarily at the front of the slide. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are crisp. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol features a gas-delayed delayed blowback system. 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 molded into the front face of the lid, brush, owner’s manual, and a total of two 8-round magazines.
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 adopted by the German Federal Police’s counter-terrorism unit (GSG 9) and the German Army’s special forces formations. The P7 was produced primarily by H&K but also under license by the Greek defense firm Hellenic Arms Industry as well as in Mexico by the Departamento de Industria Militar (DIM), as a sidearm for general officers and staff. The pistol was also exported to several countries. This pistol was made in 1993. The polygonal rifling is sharp with no erosion and the pistol has a superb trigger pull that is initiated by squeezing the fore grip of the grip frame. While the typical German police issue P7 has a heel-magazine release, this P7M8 has an “American-style” magazine release at the trigger guard. It comes with its original box with two magazines and cleaning accessories. For the HK collector, this would make a great addition to a collection. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
