Gus Steel had one of the wood grip extensions. When I saw it...my first thought was of him. He's gone now...used to see him at the NAPCA shows. That is a fantastic piece and a fantastic video!!! Thanks!
Wow there is so much to collecting Walthers! Thank you for all the great history and showing off some really beautiful Walthers! I learn something new with every video you put out!
Excellent video as usual. Just one observation: if the heel release was due to a frame weakness wouldn't that fail to explain why all today's .380 ppk's have button releases and have had for a long time? Shot in the dark(?) : couldn't these have been for Italy, as they used the .380 and a heel release (Beretta) and were an Axis power?
I've read this was a concern with the PPK/L, which is why they are not chambered in a caliber larger than 32 ACP, but are the postwar 380 caliber PP, PPK, and PPK/S pistols made of stronger material to prevent frame cracking or did Walther change the design or location of the button release to eliminate the issue?
Sir, I would like one clarification from you. One of Walthers you have shown has a calibre of 9mm. Is it 9mm Kurz / .380 ACP OR 9 mm Luger / Parabellum ???
Hey! Nice video as always. I was shocked when I saw the serial number on your Walther PP 22cal it is allmoust the same as the one I reserved in a store here in Finland this week! Really cool!=) The serialnumber on this one is 990388
@@thomaswhiteman4261 Thank you - no, I was serious. 🤣'Google Translate' translates it to Signal PEN! D'oh! I'm clueless! Learning something new every day, though!
I only have a walther pp commercial from 1943-early 1944 serial 299XXX. I found a P38 in IMMACULATE condition. Waiting on my pistol permits to pick it up from my shop 😡
You know more about these than anybody. Mine is a later Interarms import, yet the parts have stamps that I think were made in Spain? It is a PP in 22LR. Can I send some photos for an opinion?
Bankers and office people were issued them sometimes in .22. Tom has mentioned it in other videos. Bank tellers, etc., as some might have been ladies had the .22 as an option. If you have never fired a Walther before, you would enjoy it. The "fixed" barrel (barrel that does not move around during action) provides a very, very accurate shooting experience.
Gus Steel had one of the wood grip extensions. When I saw it...my first thought was of him. He's gone now...used to see him at the NAPCA shows. That is a fantastic piece and a fantastic video!!!
Thanks!
Beautiful pistols. It’s easy to be drawn to these beauties. Thank you!
Wow there is so much to collecting Walthers! Thank you for all the great history and showing off some really beautiful Walthers! I learn something new with every video you put out!
Owning a German made Walther PP is like wearing a classic Rolex watch. Pride of ownership.
Well done, as always. ~I look forward to these historical episodes and your bits of wit and humor!
love them all.
just so beatiful
So glad I found this channel, so interesting and informative!
I purchased a new commercial PPKS in the early 70's. Aluminum frame and so forth. I didn't feel the recoil was abusive either to me or the gun.
Depends on the calibre. A 9mm kurz will stil your hand
So appreciate the detail you go into about the history of all of the guns you feature. You pretty much have my childhood dream job.
Excellent video thank you for sharing your knowledge and have a great day.
Thanks Tom. Great series.
Excellent video Thomas! Thank you!
just watched Ian's .32 vs 380 ppk video, cool channel, subbed.
Very informative and enjoyable! Thanks!
Excellent video as usual. Just one observation: if the heel release was due to a frame weakness wouldn't that fail to explain why all today's .380 ppk's have button releases and have had for a long time? Shot in the dark(?) : couldn't these have been for Italy, as they used the .380 and a heel release (Beretta) and were an Axis power?
Thanks Tom. I am always learning from you.
I've read this was a concern with the PPK/L, which is why they are not chambered in a caliber larger than 32 ACP, but are the postwar 380 caliber PP, PPK, and PPK/S pistols made of stronger material to prevent frame cracking or did Walther change the design or location of the button release to eliminate the issue?
Thank you!
Fantastic video, thank you Tom
I like that you’re collaborating with Forgotten Weapons! Neat pistols.
Amazing gun , i would love to have one of those
very nice videos thanks from norway 👍👍
The second pp is my favorite.Greetings from Germany.
Own any guns?
Interesting color difference on the trigger of the 1943 PP
Sir, I would like one clarification from you. One of Walthers you have shown has a calibre of 9mm. Is it 9mm Kurz / .380 ACP OR 9 mm Luger / Parabellum ???
Hi Tom. Would it be possible to make a PDF of the English version of the owner's manual available on your website?
Always enjoy your videos.. Keep up the good work.. You've taught me a lot.. Take care...
The Bluing on it is , gorgeous looking !!!!!!!!!!!
Hey! Nice video as always. I was shocked when I saw the serial number on your Walther PP 22cal it is allmoust the same as the one I reserved in a store here in Finland this week! Really cool!=)
The serialnumber on this one is 990388
Superb video - again!
At 6:22 the flimsy cardboard box was marked "mit signalstift" (with signal pen). Was this a 'free gift', or similar?
Next question is, “what is a signal pen” ? 😎
Not sure if you were joking but it means with signal indicator pin. Which is a pin that sticks out when the gun is loaded
@@thomaswhiteman4261 Thank you - no, I was serious. 🤣'Google Translate' translates it to Signal PEN! D'oh!
I'm clueless! Learning something new every day, though!
Man I love these pistols
My uncle had a "Party leader" PPK. Went missing after he died.
I only have a walther pp commercial from 1943-early 1944 serial 299XXX. I found a P38 in IMMACULATE condition. Waiting on my pistol permits to pick it up from my shop 😡
The thought of firing a 9mm ppk hurts my hand
You know more about these than anybody. Mine is a later Interarms import, yet the parts have stamps that I think were made in Spain? It is a PP in 22LR. Can I send some photos for an opinion?
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The rod? What rod?
So, the 22cal ppk has a manual for a 7.65/32 cal? That's original?
When was the ppK.32 last made? Thank you
1944. Factory started up again in Ulm in the mid 50's I believe.
@@thomaswhiteman4261 Are the .32 PPKs being made today. When dod Ulm stop producing the ppK .32 Thank you.
Did walther ever make 9mm parabellum (9x19) PP’s ? I know they made the 9mm ultra proprietary caliber later for the german police in the 70’s
Curious
Being a blowback operating pistol, the 9mmX19 would be far too powerful for the design.
I have a PP in .32. What is the difference between a PP & PPK?
PPk is about the same but slightly smaller. About 1" shorter frame and barrel
What is the difference between a PP and a PPK?
About 1 inch. The ppk is about an inch shorter at frame and barrel
Sir, I'm Indian want to purchase but how to imports from Germany or America, I have already applied for licenses
enjoyed be safe
is this 9mm like in Parabellum or like 380ACP?
380. The Parabellum is 9X19.
@@828enigma6 correct
CAROLINA PATRIOT: I heard the .380 is considered to be a 9mm Short. Also called 9x17 as well as 9mm Kurtz. True or false?
@@sandymilne224 True
Tom I have a Walther mod PP With serial number 127594P in 7.65 in idea of its age? John
Did the German government buy .22 caliber Walthers for training?
I believe some police units trained on them
Bankers and office people were issued them sometimes in .22. Tom has mentioned it in other videos. Bank tellers, etc., as some might have been ladies had the .22 as an option. If you have never fired a Walther before, you would enjoy it. The "fixed" barrel (barrel that does not move around during action) provides a very, very accurate shooting experience.
Police box?
You do mean 9mm kurz ?? Or maybe you don't.
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