Videos tagged with Pre-War Pistol

This video details a critical inspection point for firearms, specifically a pre-war 1938 Walther PP. The instructor, a generalist who admits to not being a detail-oriented individual, highlights a mistake he made by not inspecting the bore. He demonstrates how to perform a basic takedown of the Walther PP to visually and tactilely inspect the barrel for bulges, a dangerous condition caused by over-pressurized ammunition. The lesson emphasizes the importance of bore inspection for firearm safety and value.

This video provides an expert-level overview of two rare World War II-era pistols: the Walther PP and the CZ Model 27. The presenter, with clear expertise, details the historical significance and rarity of a Walther PP issued to the Czech police in 1939, highlighting its low survival rate due to Soviet occupation. The discussion extends to the CZ Model 27, explaining why Czechoslovakia, despite having its own arms factory, ordered Walther pistols from Germany, attributing it to a desire to curry favor and increase trade during the German occupation.