Walther PP information

[Kellynbella]

I am looking for historical information on a Walther PP I recently obtained. The serial number is six digits beginning with 108 and followed by a “P”. The other marking is a “N” with the crown above. Photos are posted in General. The safety has a 70-80 degree swing.

 

[Dr.Rob]

That's pre-1940 if I am reading my source right. That is in fantastic shape.

 

[Dr.Rob]

Closest serial number ranges I am seeing is 1938. That's a pre-war Walther.

 

[Dr.Rob]

https://www.legacy-collectibles.com.../rare-sa-walther-pp-gruppe-westfalen-522.html

https://www.legacy-collectibles.com/hand-guns/walther-pps/sa-walther-pp-rig-gruppe-mitte-712.html

Two similar pistols dated 38-39 one above one below your range. Insure it for over $1500, you won't replace that easily.

commercial models have less collector value

https://www.legacy-collectibles.com/hand-guns/walther-pps/commercial-walther-pp-1125.html

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

The Zella-Mehlis guns were made prior to and during WW2. The lack of Waffenamts would point to it being a commercial or police gun.

Its in great shape. The .32 PP is a good shooter with FMJ. Spare magazines are rare and expensive, though.

 

[Kellynbella]

That's pre-1940 if I am reading my source right. That is in fantastic shape.

That’s what I was thinking. My relative was a pilot in the Korean War and also WWII. He also had his 1911 and another Walther Luger which his daughter kept. Thanks for your input!!!

 

[Kellynbella]

The Zella-Mehlis guns were made prior to and during WW2. The lack of Waffenamts would point to it being a commercial or police gun.

Its in great shape. The .32 PP is a good shooter with FMJ. Spare magazines are rare and expensive, though.

Good info. I was lucky enough to have two magazines for it. Thanks for your reply

 

[Dr.Rob]

I was kind of staggered by the asking price on some of those pistols because of one obscure waffen ampt or political issue stamp. Almost as varied as researching Lugers.

 

[Kellynbella]

Well I guess there were some horrible things going on in Germany that were unfortunately very historic.....maybe some of these events and “players” contribute to the collectibility?????? ‍

 

[Jefferson Souza]

Kellynbella,
The first and original Walthers factories in Zella Melhis (Thür). The engineering and forged steel of these pistols seem to be very good, in my research.

 

[Jefferson Souza]

very nice holster, I'll see if I can make one for me just like that.

 

[wiscoaster]

The "N" just means it was proofed for smokeless powder cartridges, ie same as modern .32 ACP.

 

[Mk VII]

There are several forums devoted to this stuff, such as https://www.waltherforums.com/forums/pp-and-tp-series.7/

 

[Jim Watson]

Pre WW II, pre 1939.

 

[bibox]

That is in fantastic shape.

Is it ever, wow!