RARE NSKK Walther PP - Shooter Prize

Published on October 28, 2021
Duration: 15:17

This video showcases a rare NSKK Walther PP pistol, a shooter prize from 1943, believed to have been manufactured in 1940. The presenter details its high polish blue finish, near 100% original condition, and unique features like weighted grips, distinguishing it from standard military issue firearms. The pistol's provenance is traced to Hans Ortner, a squad leader who won the competition in the Oberdonau region of Austria.

Quick Summary

This rare NSKK Walther PP pistol, a 1943 shooter prize, was manufactured in 1940 and features a high polish blue finish, weighted grips, and a presentation plaque. Its 1940 production date and 1943 presentation suggest bulk ordering or a specific request for a high-polish model.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to the Rare Walther PP
  2. 00:16Pistol's Arrival and Backlog
  3. 00:53Acquisition and Initial Impressions
  4. 01:16Examining the Presentation Box
  5. 02:05The Pistol Itself: 1940 Production
  6. 02:16White Wax and High Polish Finish
  7. 03:19NSKK Markings and Plaque
  8. 03:55Shooter Prize Details: Oberdonau
  9. 04:39NSKK Sporting Competitions
  10. 04:57Serial Number and Eagle N Proof
  11. 05:11Comparing Finishes: 1940 vs. 1943
  12. 06:071940 Presentation Gun Comparison
  13. 07:06Defending the Presentation Gun's Authenticity
  14. 07:19Shooter Prize Pins: 1941-1944
  15. 08:08The Story of the Winner: Hans Ortner
  16. 09:08Theories on 1940 Production, 1943 Presentation
  17. 11:19Evidence for Factory Presentation: Grips
  18. 12:44Weighted Grips Construction
  19. 13:39Factory vs. Amateur Embellishments
  20. 14:11Final Thoughts and Call for Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this NSKK Walther PP pistol rare?

This Walther PP is rare due to its NSKK designation and its status as a shooter prize from 1943, believed to have been manufactured in 1940. It features a high polish blue finish, near 100% original condition, and unique weighted grips, distinguishing it from standard military issue.

What is the significance of the 1940 production date and 1943 presentation date?

The discrepancy suggests either bulk orders of pistols for multiple years of awards or a specific request for a high-polish 1940 model for a later presentation, as high-polish finishes were phased out by mid-1941.

What are the key features of this presentation Walther PP?

Key features include a high polish blue finish, factory-applied white wax in the barrel, weighted grips with metal inlays, and a presentation plaque indicating it was a first-place shooter prize for the Motor Group Oberdonau in 1943.

Who was Hans Ortner, the recipient of this pistol?

Hans Ortner was a squad leader who won the 1943 shooter prize competition for the Motor Group Oberdonau. He represented his district in Austria and received this Walther PP as his award.

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