RARE ITEMS: SS Contract Walthers

Published on April 19, 2024
Duration: 8:36

This video showcases rare SS contract Walther PP and PPK pistols, along with a Polish ROM holster. The presenter, an author of a book on SS contract guns, details variations, markings, and condition issues like refinishing and cracks. He provides insights into market values for both original and refinished examples, highlighting the rarity of certain configurations.

Quick Summary

Rare SS contract Walther PP and PPK pistols are showcased, including first and fifth variations. Key identifiers include RZM markings, muzzle or magazine numbering, and serial ranges like 840,000 for Variation 1 and 424,000 for Variation 5. Refinished examples are significantly less valuable than original finish firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Rare Items
  2. 00:13Polish ROM Holster Showcase
  3. 00:32SS Contract Guns Overview
  4. 00:46Polish ROM Holster Details
  5. 00:51Polish ROM Eagle Pistol
  6. 01:15Distinct Holster Features
  7. 01:40Holster Condition and Modifications
  8. 02:50First Contract SS PPKs
  9. 03:01First Contract Variation Details
  10. 03:41Condition Issues: Refinished
  11. 04:51Last Contract SS PPK (Variation 5)
  12. 05:22Variation 5 Identification
  13. 06:13Original Finish SS Contract Guns
  14. 06:31Military Finish and Red Grips
  15. 07:22Book Reference: 4th Variation PP
  16. 08:04Rarity of 330 Range PPKs
  17. 08:14Conclusion and Availability

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key identifying features of an SS contract Walther PPK first variation?

SS contract Walther PPK first variation pistols from 1935 are distinct due to their RZM marking on the slide and being numbered under the muzzle. Serial numbers for this specific variation typically fall within the 840,000 range.

How can one identify an SS contract Walther PPK fifth variation?

The fifth variation of the SS contract Walther PPK is primarily identified by its magazine numbering. The serial number is present on the bottom of the magazine, and these pistols are generally found in the 424,000 serial number range.

What is the market value difference between original and refinished SS contract Walther pistols?

Refinishing significantly impacts value. A good condition original SS contract Walther PPK Variation 1 can sell for around $10,000, whereas a refinished example might be offered for $3,800. Similarly, an original Variation 5 PPK could fetch over $4,500, while a refinished one is priced at $2,500.

Are Polish ROM holsters rare, and what firearms are they associated with?

Yes, Polish ROM holsters, designed for the Polish ROM Eagle (Vis) pistol, are considered highly desirable and unusual, especially from the pre-war era. Most did not survive World War II, making them difficult to find.

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