British L66A1: A Pistol for Northern Ireland
The British L66A1, a .22 LR variant of the Walther PP, was issued to the Ulster Defence Regiment for off-duty carry. Approximately 3,000 units were procured in 1974. These pistols feature German military proofs and were later refurbished with Suncorite finish and improved firing pins. Many entered the US surplus market in the 1990s after being replaced by the Walther P5 Compact and SIG P230.









