Brian Keith Posted January 31, 2019 Share #1 Posted January 31, 2019 The .32 ACP/7.65mm, Walther PPK, was a smaller version of the PP with a shorter grip, barrel and frame, and reduced magazine capacity. The smaller size made it more concealable than the original PP and hence better suited to plainclothes or undercover work. It was released in 1930. "PPK" is an abbreviation for Polizeipistole Kriminalmodell (detective police pistol). This example, made in 1939, is a NAZI Party Leader honor weapon given to Political Leaders from the Fuhrer. Note the special grip, embossed with the NSDAP eagle holding a swastika circled by a wreath. This model also features a very high polish finish. This example is still owned by the family of the vet who brought it back. Thanks for looking, BKW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Scott Posted January 31, 2019 Share #2 Posted January 31, 2019 Brian one of the most Iconic WW2 German pistols and that one is a beauty.Thanks for posting that great photo of it.Scotty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Keith Posted January 31, 2019 Author Share #3 Posted January 31, 2019 Thanks Bill, It took my breath away when I first saw it. They have the original holster and a spare magazine. If you look close, you may notice the bottom of this magazine is broken. One of the kids broke it many, many years ago when playing with it and dropped it. BKW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony v Posted January 31, 2019 Share #4 Posted January 31, 2019 Brian I would like to second with Bill, a real beauty ! Even with the damage to the mag, a superb example. I hope you acquire the holster and the spare magazine. would love to see them together. Thank you for the posting. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratasfan Posted February 1, 2019 Share #5 Posted February 1, 2019 Thanks for sharing! I odn't typically follow TR stuff, but had to look at a handgun. This is amazing, as I love to see items from WWII (or any historical era) that look so not-old and real. Makes it seem real and not so distant. Thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Keith Posted February 4, 2019 Author Share #6 Posted February 4, 2019 Thanks for everyone's comments, glad you enjoyed seeing them. As clarification, the family still owns the vet's souvenirs. Attached is a photo of a display we did featuring souvenir items, including this pistol and a close crop of the holster. It does not have the eagle stamped on the flap. The missing button of the political leaders uniform just broke when I was putting it on the mannequin. I have since picked up a replacement. Thanks for looking. BKW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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