Videos tagged with Arkansas Production

This video discusses the iconic Walther PPK, a handgun that set the standard for concealed carry pocket pistols. The speaker details its history, including its invention in 1929 (PP) and 1931 (PPK), its association with James Bond, and its various chamberings. The video highlights the PPK's straight blowback design and fixed barrel, noting the recoil can be sharp, requiring training. It also touches on the impact of the Gun Control Act of 1968, the introduction of the PPKS, and various manufacturers who have produced the PPK over the years, including Ranger Manufacturing and Smith & Wesson. The speaker offers a strong opinion on the quality of different production runs, favoring the 380 ACP version made in Arkansas and criticizing the 22 LR version made in Germany. The video concludes by addressing Walther's announcement of a multi-year pause on PPK production, attributing it to a focus on modern handguns and potentially lower profit margins on the PPK.