Prohib
In 1910, Walther introduced the 'Deutche Selbstlade Pistole Walther' in 6.35mm. When the Model 2 was released in 1914, this pistol became known as the Model 1. These 9 models illustrate the eveloution of Walther pistol design which culminated in the Walther PP (Polizeipistole) introduced in 1929 and the Walther PPK(Polizeipistole Kriminalmodell. There was a serial number range from 800, I believe. This was a large contract put into Walther by the RZM to supply service pistols to Political leaders. There were later RZMs but IMO it's best to stay in the above serial number range because some with other serial numbers may have been put togethers., 11:55 PM#6. IAW my reference, the entire block of serial numbers 820000 to 845000 was devoted to RZM. Now I'm the first to admit that I'm not a Walther expert, we do have a regular, Danny who is very well versed on these animals, however, the gun looks authentic.
Banderhof wrote:I just came into possession of a Walther PPK RZM 7.65 I know very little about pistols but have been surfing the web and I see I may have a great find. Trying now to find the history if it, but hard to do when both owners of it have passed away Father and Uncle.
German Walther Ppk Serial Numbers
Item #C534Walther Ppk Rzm For Sale
- Licensing Category: Prohib
- Maker: Walther
- Model: PPK
- Caliber/Gauge: 7.65mm
- Description:
SN 806271 is a PPK with RZM markings. This piece shows the crown N proof on the barrel and slide. This pistol falls into the 1st serial blocked noted by Jan Still in Axis pistols at page 259. (803371)-808553) 10 reported. This pistol shows a bright excellent bore, the correct high polish blued finish and the 90 degree safety. This pistol shows some holster wear on the left side of the slide and frame at the muzzle and below the ejection port on the right. Excellent original grips with an indentation on the right side but no loss. A scarcer PPK pistol, the finish rates at 90-95% (Prohib status)