Engraved gun taken from dead nazi ss officer buchenwald. Know your walther pp and ppk pistols know your gun 9780941540032. Paperback 2nd printing by dieter marchall and joachim gortz. Ss walther ppk with 2 matching mags, documented serial number. These guns comprised several special contracts, distinct from general military and commercial production. Steve mentioned that the ratio is around 20 to 1 20 ss ppks to 1 ss pp. It is in the correct serial range according to steven j. The series includes the walther pp, ppk, ppks, and ppke models. The reader is not asked to take authenticity of any of the serial numbers of issued guns on faith. It was the first and only book that described in detail how to identify ss issued ppppks, what to look for, serial number ranges in which each variation may be found and color photographs of each ppk variation.
Authentic original wwii era walther pp associated with ss contract. Ss walther ppppk identification and documents collector books r. I am not a gunsmith or armorer, but ive owned one for about 6 years now, along with many other pistols of varying makes and calibers. At the time of its invention over 80 years ago, the ppk inspired an entirely new category in the firearm industry, now widely known as the concealed carry pistol. The series includes the walther pp, ppk, ppk s, and ppk e models. Ss presentation walther pp pistol captured from karl wolffs. Walther firearms german factory manual 1960s pp ppk pistol gun book english. While the book obviously does not have a complete accounting of all ss issued walther pistols, it certain shows how uncommon the ss issue pp was. Today, courtesy of tom from legacy collectibles, we are taking a look at walther pp and ppk pistols made specifically for the ss and rsha. In addition to the walther company, several other manufacturers have made the pp series of pistols. We sell walther pp pistols made before and during ww2. Walther models 19, pp, ppk, and p38 pistol identification guide this is one of a series of identification guides for small arms produced by walther.
It was the first and only book that described in detail how to identify ss issued pp ppks, what to look for, serial number ranges in which each variation may be found and color photographs of each ppk variation. Found a wwii walther ppk i think it is one of 26,000 or so made during wwii, but there is even more. The walther tph pocket pistol is a smaller calibre pistol introduced in 1971 identical in handling and operation to the ppk. In the second book, rielly is pictured with his men on a tank. The original finish is about 95% with most of the wear on the front strap. Make offer walther ppk factory oem hard case empty box. Sscontract walther pp and ppk pistols forgotten weapons. As i understand it, the walther factory was overrun by the russians who took many of the records. While the book obviously does not have a complete accounting of all ss issued walther pistols. And this same documentation was also found in the us archives.
New ss ppppk book the black book gunboards dot com. The gun is an extremely ornate walther pp once owned by heinrich himmler, chief of the schutzstaffel ss and no. We sell walther ppk pistols made before and during ww2. When the model 2 was released in 1914, this pistol became known as the model 1. The walther pp polizeipistole, or police pistol series pistols are blowbackoperated. I will post photos here of both magazines issued with that gun and confirmed as issued by their having factory applied serial numbers. It is titled ss walther pp ppk identification and documents. In another walkin wednesday episode, tom tells us the story of how he acquired an engraved walther pp from a dead ss officer in buchenwald concentration camp. Walther s industryleading innovation takes the spotlight with their ppk model handguns. With the transition to the big screen, the ppk became bonds primary weapon and was featured from 1962 dr. Walther models 19, pp, ppk, and p38 pistol identification guide. How do i know if my ppk or pp is commercial or military.
Engraved and presentation pistols by rankin on page 36. New ss ppppk book the black book you obtained a copy of ss walther ppppk 19391944 by gortz and marschall, often called the red booklet, hoping to learn more about the issue of ss ppppks. The most common variant is the walther ppk, a smaller version of the pp with a shorter grip, barrel and frame, and reduced magazine capacity. Ss walther pp ppk identification and documents collector books r. Each and every ss issued gun listed in the book, is backed up by ss rsha documents also included in the book. The most popular would be the ss issued and documented ppks. Manufactured in about 1939, this ss issue ppk is listed by serial number in steven j. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. This is just an fyi for those who might be interested. The west point museum pistol is pictured in the book walther vol ii. Together, they comprise all of the information known to exist on the subject.
Our sales staff cannot forecast price or availability of wish list items. The ss utilized both pp and ppk pistols however the pp is far less common. I am always happy to provide assistance to any serious collector. Ss walther pp ppk 19391944 by steven stepan and is now available for purchase at legacy collectibles. While the book obviously does not have a complete accounting of all ss issued walther pistols, it certain shows how uncommon the ss issue model pp was.
The heart of the book however, is a compilation of serial numbers of nearly 0 ss issued pp s and ppk s. Walthers industryleading innovation takes the spotlight with their ppk model handguns. Click here to view our holsters, where you can pair a holster with the ppk of your choosing. Ss walther pp ppk black book gold edition for sale online. Manufactured in the late 1930s1940s, this walther ppk pistol is recorded by serial number page 196 of the 2012 gold edition in the book ss walther pp ppk identification and documents by steven stepan as an ss issued pistol. Jul 03, 2010 by far the most interesting rzm ppk political leader pistols are those which have been confirmed as issued to the ss by their having muzzle marked serial numbers. The serial number of one of these pistols 880140 was listed in the booklet red book published by dieter marschall and joachim gortz entitled ss walther ppppk 19391945 as having been assigned to the ss. Manufactured in the late 1930s1940s, this walther ppk pistol is recorded by serial number page 196 of the 2012 gold edition in the book ss walther pp ppk. You obtained a copy of ss walther pp ppk 19391944 by gortz and marschall, often called the red booklet, hoping to learn more about the issue of ss pp ppk s. Various pp series are manufactured in germany, france and the united states. Im not sure what the difference is between ppk and ppks, i just assumed the blued one was the ppk and the ppks was the stainless version. There are several variants of the walther pp pistols, and keeping up with them can get confusing real fast. The factory had been destroyed in wwii, and because firearms production was prohibited in germany after the war, walther contracted in 1953 with the french company manurhin to make the guns. Ss walther pp ppk black book gold edition for sale online ebay.
By far the most interesting rzm ppk political leader pistols are those which have been confirmed as issued to the ss by their having muzzle marked serial numbers. The most popular would be the ss issued and documented pps. Walther usa of springfield, massachusetts briefly made ppks and ppkss directly through black. On page 7 of the gortz and marschall book ss walther ppppk 19391944, the authors write that on roll t175, roll number 248 where the. So, maybe more records will emerge and help me find my ppk s origin. Today, courtesy of tom from legacy collectibles, we are taking a look at walther pp and ppk pistols made specifically for the ss. The magazine has normal wear, and some light bluing loss. On page 7 of the gortz and marschall book ss walther ppppk 19391944, the authors write that on roll t175, roll number 248 where the information contained in the book was found, there is a complete register of the ppks issued to the personnel of einsatzgruppe c that operated out of the ukraine. These guns comprised several special contracts, distinct from. Stepan and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Rielly written in 1985 is included and notes that he liberated this walther pp pistol in bolgano, italy, directly from the ssgeneral obergruppenfuhrer karl wolffs ss headquarters in early march 1944. Ww2 party leader pistols intro walther ppk introduction. World war supply black leather walther pp ppk mauser hsc holster. Walther pp pistols for sale from ww2 legacy collectibles.
The information explained above should be of benefit to collectors who have an interest in walther ss model pp and ppk pistols. The seller was not aware of this, and neither was i until i started researching it. Advanced dismounting of the slide 1 inner components of a walther pp slide dismounting of the manual safety removal of the firing pin different types of firing pins overall lengths of firing pins compared variations of the premid1970s manual safety. I found it and so did steve, who incorporated it with his reprinting of the red book in successive editions. It was part of a batch made in 1944 for the rsha, which was the ss, gestapo, etc. The walther ppk is a german pistol issued to james bond in the ian fleming novel, dr. Get the best deals on walther gun cases when you shop the largest online selection at. Stepan and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. Ink stamped under the flap walther pp, with hand written german name and a guns serial number nr.
In 1910, walther introduced the deutche selbstlade pistole walther in 6. Walther pp pistols from world war 2 for sale at legacy collectibles. Jan 06, 2020 today, courtesy of tom from legacy collectibles, we are taking a look at walther pp and ppk pistols made specifically for the ss and rsha. There are plenty of walther enthusiasts who can decode the details for you, but the basic story is that the pp has a longer slide and barrel, and a metal backstrap. Dec 06, 2012 the germanfrench guns are definitely the most sought after. I see little difference between the interarms and the german stamped or french guns. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. You read it cover to cover and then looked around for more printed information on the subject, only to find none readily available. Many confirmed ss pistols have been located since that book was published just a few years ago.
You obtained a copy of ss walther ppppk 19391944 by gortz and marschall, often called the red booklet, hoping to learn more about the. Original ww2 issue dark brown leather breakaway style holster, marked on front of the small breakaway flap d. They were not the only such special contracts, as such arrangements were also made for organizations like railway security and bank guards. Now a book has many uses, but its a surprise to find in the confines of a book a family living. Again, if you have doubts or questions about any ss walther pistols, telephone me to discuss it before spending hard earned money on a questionable gun. The book is signed by the author on the interior page.
You need to check the red book and the black book to see what is listed there. A new, twopiece wraparound grip panel construction was used to conceal the exposed back strap. Ww2 walther pp magazine 91018 this is an original ww2 production wartime variation walther pp magazine. The heart of the book however, is a compilation of serial numbers of nearly 0 ss issued pps and ppks. Greetings everyone, i recently bought this walther pp, and was surprised to find out that it appears to be an ss rsha pistol. Grip for walther interarm pp, ppk s pistol grip, all checkered hardwood with logo ship from thailand.
New ss ppppk book jan c still luger pistols central powers. Ss contract range walther model pp semiautomatic pistol. Each and every ss issued gun listed in the book, is backed up by ssrsha documents also included in the book. Xch shoulder holster for sig sauer p232, izh70, p64, taurus pt709, makarov, walther ppk ppk s. Ss contract walther pp and ppk pistols forgotten weapons. I left my good book back at the country house where it was discovered by a nestmaking mouse. Varies alterations over the years and all the different special made models for use during ww2. The smaller size made it more concealable than the original pp and hence better suited to plainclothes or undercover work. The walther pp was released in 1929 and the ppk in 1931.
During world war ii they were issued to the german military and police, the schutzstaffel ss, the luftwaffe, and nazi party officials. The walther pp polizeipistole, or police pistol series pistols are blowback operated. Wwii era walther ppk ss contract pistol plg collectibles. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Hoffschmidt tells you allmost everything you need to know about the walther pp and ppk. A frustrating experience and one that has now been remedied. Serial number list of ppks to the einsatzgruppen of the rsha. Always possible that you might find your pistol listed or even a nearby number which would be in your favor. Ss walther ppppk book 41918 this is an original book on ss pp and ppk pistols. This new book is 214 pages and discusses each issue variation type complete with a description of details, photos and serial number ranges within which each type may be found.