WWII Nazi Walther Model PP WaA359 .32 ACP 3 7/8″ Semi-Automatic Pistol, C&R

SOLD FOR: $1500

LSB#: 210913BM25

Make: Walther

Model: Nazi PP WaA359

Serial Number: 291387 P

Year of Manufacture: 1943

Caliber: .32 ACP (7.65mm)

Action Type: Single/Double Action Semi-Auto Pistol with Removable Magazine

Markings: The right side of the frame and slide are marked “291387 P”. The front right of the barrel, slide, and the right of the chamber have an eagle over “N” proof. The left of the slide is marked with a Walther banner logo, “Waffenfabrik Walther, a-Mehlis (Thur) / Walther’s Patent Cal. 7,65m/m” and “Mod. PP”. The left side of the slide and frame are marked with a “WaA359” Waffenamt.

Barrel Length: 3 7/8”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a short blade integral to the front of the slide. The rear sight is a “U”-notch dovetailed into the slide. The top of the slide has a thin rib that has fine wavy serrations to reduce glare.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black plastic with Walther banner logos at their tops. The grips have scattered nicks and scratches along the smooth borders. The checkering is sharp. Overall, the grips are in about Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Military Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is well defined. There is some light erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 73% of its metal finish. There is thinning at all leading edges. The sides of the slide and frame show a light plum hue. There are scattered nicks, scuffs and scratches. There is faint surface oxidation throughout. The action shows operational wear. The screw head is tool-marked with a strong slot. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in about Very Good condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. This pistol has a de-cocker safety. We did not fire this handgun. As with all firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with one 8-round magazine and a black leather holster. The inside if the main flap is marked “WALTHER / PP” and the latch flap is marked “jsd / 1942”. The latch is almost torn through.

Our Assessment: The Walther PP, or Polizeipistole, was introduced in 1929 and found great success both commercially and with law enforcement agencies, with variants still in production today. This model PP was made in 1943 under Nazi occupation of Germany. It bears the WaA359 Waffenamt stamp. The pistol is in about Very Good condition, retaining a good bore and strong mechanics. This will make a nice addition to a WWII Walther pistol collection. Please see our photos and good luck!