Zella-Mehlis Walther PPK .380 ACP 3.25” Semi Automatic Pistol C&R MFD 1939
SOLD FOR: $4,827.00
LSB#: WY240925JT066
Make: Walther
Model: PPK
Serial Number: 255183K
Year of Manufacture: 1939
Caliber: 9mm kurz, .380 ACP
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, DA/SA, Decocker/Safety
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “ Waffenfabrik Walther, Zella Mehlis(thur) / Walther Patent Cal. 9mm Mod PPK”, with the Walther Banner Logo. The right side of the frame is marked “255183K”. The chamber is marked with a crown over N. Both grips are marked with a Walther Banner.
Barrel Length: 3.25”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade integral to the slide. The rear sight is a U-notch sight integral to the slide. The top of the slide is wavy serrated for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a one-piece Walther brown checkered polymer grips with smooth borders and Walther Banners at their tops. The checkering is intact with minor rub wear and a few faintly flattened peaks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition for a C&R.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One 7rd .380 magazines in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is Bright. The rifling is Sharp. There is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10 for a C&R.
Overall Condition: This gun retains about 98% of its metal finish. There are a few minor scratches including some operation wear on the barrel. The slide and frame has thinning along the leading edges. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear and legible. Overall, this pistol rates in about Excellent condition for a C&R.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly; the slide retracts, the magazine drops free and the hammer and trigger operate correctly, although we have not test-fired this gun. The safety also functions as a decocking lever. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with its factory box, one magazine, and a Walther tIn with a oil jar and rag in it.
Our Assessment: The Walther PPK is one of those timeless designs that just seems to get better with age. In truth, this pistol is so well designed, and features so many innovative and useful features, that it is still considered one of the premier self-defense/pocket pistols available today. This one is chambered in the useful .380 ACP Caliber, which, with modern loadings, makes a fine round for trail use, plinking, or even self defense round, especially when no larger pistol will fit anywhere without showing. This one is in Excellent condition, showing some trigger time but still retaining a strong bore and mechanics. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – C.M.
