WW2 Historical Pistols

Published on May 10, 2024
Duration: 21:11

This video showcases a collection of historical World War II-era pistols, focusing on their unique markings, variations, and provenance. The presenter, an experienced collector, details specific models like the SS-issued Walther PPK, a rare police-marked Walther PP with an Eagle C, a CZ DUO, a Party Leader PPK, a commercial Mauser C96, a Luger 1900, a boxed Walther PP, and a converted police pistol. The discussion highlights production variations, matching serial numbers, historical context, and collector value.

Quick Summary

An SS-issued Walther PPK, second variation, is distinguished by a serial number marked on the muzzle, lacking the RZM marking found on first variations. This specific variation, along with other rare police-marked pistols like the Walther PP with an Eagle C, highlights the unique historical and collector value of these World War II firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Collection Overview
  2. 00:32SS Issued PPK - Seeking Magazine
  3. 01:50SS Gun with Matching Magazine & Capture Papers
  4. 05:23Rare Police Walther PP (Eagle C)
  5. 06:20CZ DUO - Security Force Pistol
  6. 08:43Party Leader PPK
  7. 11:11Commercial Mauser C96 (Koff)
  8. 14:38Commercial Luger 1900
  9. 15:51Boxed Walther PP
  10. 18:20Converted Police Pistol
  11. 20:45Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes an SS-issued Walther PPK, second variation?

An SS-issued Walther PPK, second variation, is identified by a serial number marked on the muzzle. Unlike the first variation, it does not feature an RZM marking.

Why is a police-marked Walther PP with an Eagle C marking considered rare?

A police-marked Walther PP with an Eagle C marking is rare because this specific marking was most commonly found on PPK models. Only about 1,800 of these Eagle C marked PPs were produced, typically in late 1942 or early 1943.

What is the significance of the 'bug proofs' on a commercial Mauser C96?

The 'bug proofs' on a commercial Mauser C96 refer to a series of proof marks, specifically a Crown B, a Crown U, and a Crown G, which are found on the barrel and gun. These markings are a distinctive feature of certain early production models.

What makes a Walther PP or PPK found in its original box a rare find for collectors?

Finding a Walther PP or PPK in its original box is rare because many collectors, upon receiving a firearm, tend to discard the packaging to focus on the gun itself. This practice means that complete sets with original boxes are less common.

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