WW2 Rare Czech Walther PP and CZ Model 27 | Military and Police Pistols

Published on November 1, 2019
Duration: 5:44

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.

Quick Summary

This rare Walther PP pistol was issued to the Czech police in 1939, marked with a Czech lion symbol. Its survival rate is exceptionally low due to post-war Soviet occupation. Czechoslovakia also ordered Walther pistols from Germany, likely to foster trade and curry favor during the German occupation.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Video Premise
  2. 00:54Walther PP - Czech Police Issue
  3. 01:11Czech Lion Symbol Identification
  4. 01:291939 Date Stamp & Production Numbers
  5. 01:47Low Survival Rate & Soviet Occupation Impact
  6. 02:25CZ Model 27 Introduction
  7. 02:46German Occupation of Czechoslovakia
  8. 03:33Reasons for Ordering German Pistols
  9. 03:45CZ 27 Police Gun & Inspection Stamp
  10. 03:53CZ Factory Production During Occupation
  11. 04:45Timeline: Pre-War to Occupation Orders
  12. 04:51GI Bringback Provenance
  13. 05:21Pistol Condition & Bore Quality
  14. 05:25Conclusion & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Walther PP in the video rare?

The Walther PP is rare because it was issued to the Czech police in 1939 and features a specific Czech lion symbol. Its survival rate is extremely low, estimated at only 15 known examples, due to post-war Soviet occupation restricting firearm movement.

Why did Czechoslovakia order pistols from Germany during WW2?

Despite having its own CZ factory, Czechoslovakia ordered Walther PP and PPK/S pistols from Germany. This was likely a strategic move to curry favor with Germany and increase trade, particularly after the German occupation began in 1939.

What is the significance of the Czech lion symbol on the Walther PP?

The Czech lion symbol, found in the ejection port of the Walther PP, signifies its official issue to the Czech police force. This marking, along with the date stamp, helps authenticate its historical provenance.

How did rare WW2 firearms like this Walther PP end up in the US?

Firearms like the Walther PP shown, lacking import marks, are typically 'GI bring-backs.' This means they were likely brought home by American soldiers who served in Europe during or after World War II.

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