German Walther Model TPH Blue .25 ACP 6,35mm Semi-Auto Pistol, 1984 ATF C&R
Sold For: $3,326
LSB#: 200909DW14
Make: Walther
Model: TPH
Serial Number: 289910
Year of Manufacture: 1984 (IE date code), ATF C&R
Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm Browning)
Action Type: Single or Double Action Semi-Auto Pistol with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “Carl Walther Waffenfabrik Ulm/Do. / Modell TPH Cal. 6,35mm” and with a Walther banner logo, the right of the slide has “289910” and behind the serrations is an eagle over “N” proof. The chamber-ring portion of the frame, visible through the ejection port, has eagle over “N” proof, “IE” date code and Ulm antler proof. The right of the frame, under the grip, is marked “9910”.
Barrel Length: 2 3/4”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is short blade fixed to the top of the slide with a small white dot in its rear face. The rear sight is a square notch dovetailed into the top of the slide. There is a square white dot just below the notch. There is a thin rib on the top of the slide which has wavy serrations to reduce glare.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are checkered black plastic with a Walther banner logo near the bottom of the checkering and “MADE IN GERMANY” along the bottom edge of the left panel. The grips have only a few scattered minor marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are in about Fine-Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued & Black Alloy Frame
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is minor operational wear visible at the rear of the frame’s slide rails. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol is equipped with a de-cocker safety. The double action trigger pull is a little stiff, and the single action pull is light and crisp with a smooth takeup. 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: This pistol comes in a two-piece cardboard Walther box with serial-matching label, serial-matching test target, manual, cleaning rod and a total of two 6-round magazines. The box has tears at some corners and scattered light storage wear, in about Good condition. The magazines have no notable wear, in Excellent condition.
Our Assessment: This is a nice little sub-compact double action .25 ACP pocket pistol made by Walther. Interestingly, though it was made in Germany in 1984, it doesn’t show any US import markings. Complete with its original box, test target, and a pair of magazines, this pistol will take a prized place in a Walther collection. It is in Excellent condition with about 98% of its metal finish remaining, a bright bore with sharp rifling and strong mechanics. If the collectors somehow miss this pistol, it will also make for a great concealed carry pistol. While some find the .25 ACP a little anemic for defense, the pistol’s small size and light weight mean it can be carried comfortably in situations where a larger pistol might be left at home. Please see our photos and good luck!
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable (THIS SECTION DOES NOT APPLY TO OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS): This C&R Pistol CAN be sold as a dealer sale in California and CAN be transferred as a Private Party Transfer (PPT) as our Simi Valley location. All C&R firearms must be transferred through your local dealer OR at our Simi Valley location; we cannot ship directly to a C&R holder in California. Out of state residents can disregard this section – your local laws apply.
Walther, Model TP and TPH pistols, cal.’s .22 and .25 ACP, original German manufacture only.
