Pre-War Walther RZM Marked PPK 7.65mm 32 ACP DA Semi-Auto Pistol, 1935 C&R

SOLD FOR: $3175

LSB#: 210913BM18

Make: Walther

Model: PPK

Serial Number: 835066

Year of Manufacture: 1935 C&R

Caliber: .32 A.C.P. (7.65mm Browning)

Action Type: Single or Double Action Semi-Auto with 7 Round Removable Magazines

Markings: The left side of the slide is marked with the Walther “Banner” logo, “Waffenfabrik Walther, Zehla-Mehlis (Thur) / Walther’s Patent Cal 7.65 m/m”, “Mod. PPK”, and the “RZM” logo denoting the Reichs Zeugmeisterei. The right side of the frame behind the trigger is marked “835066”. The right side of the barrel and slide at the port with an “crown / N” proof, also found on the right side of the barrel.

Barrel Length: 3 1/4”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a low profile blade integral to the slide. The rear sight is a “U” notch integral to the slide. The top of the slide has wavy serrations to reduce glare.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The one piece grip is brown checkered plastic that encloses the backstrap. There is a crack in the left side checkering, at the top of the back strap, at the bottom rear on the right, and at the top of the right side. There are other light marks on the smooth borders. The checkering is generally sharp, aside from where interrupted. There are no chips. The grips rate in about Good overall condition and would rate higher if not for the small cracks.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some very faint erosion near the muzzle.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 82% of its metal finish. There is thinning at the leading edges including holster wear at the front of the slide. There is some very light surface oxidation on the front strap. There are scattered light nicks and scratches. The decocker shows a faint plum hue and has some light pitting. The action shows standard operational wear. The screw head is lightly tool marked. The markings are legible. Overall, this pistol is in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The double action trigger pull is a little stiff and the single action pull is crisp. This pistol has a decocker. We did not fire this handgun. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with a browning leather Akah belt loop holster and one 7-round magazine with a pinky extension. The holster is marked “D.R.G.M / AKAH” with a crossed rifle and foliage motif and has several obscured markings on the inside of the top flap.

Our Assessment: This is a pre-war PPK manufactured in 1935 with the highly rare and sought after RZM marking on the left side of the slide. The Reichs Zeugmeisterei served as the quartermaster’s office of the National Socialists and later became the chief approving authority on many types of military weapons, clothing, textiles and some raw materials. It is in Very Good condition with roughly 82% original finish remaining. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and almost no erosion. This example is in high condition and would be a great addition to a Walther collection. Please see our photos and good luck!