*SOLD* 1981 Walther PPK/S .380 ACP Blue 3 1/4" *FAMOUS SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis

Timelessness inspires true greatness. A groundbreaking idea now gives rise to the next level of achievement in unrivaled performance, delivering tried-and-true results when you need them most. An evolution of the classic PPK, the PPK/s maintains the timeless features, essence, and elegance of the original with an additional extended grip allowing for added capacity and improved ergonomics. The PPK/S was developed following the enactment of the Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA68) in the United States, the pistol's largest market. One of the provisions of GCA68 banned the importation of pistols and revolvers not meeting certain requirements of length, weight, and other "sporting" features into the United States. The PPK failed the "Import Points" test of the GCA68 by a single point. Walther addressed this situation by combining the PP's frame with the PPK's barrel and slide to create a pistol that weighed slightly more than the PPK. The additional ounce or two of the weight of the PPK/S compared to the PPK was sufficient to provide the extra needed import points. Because U.S. law allowed domestic production (as opposed to importation) of the PPK, manufacture began under license in the U.S. in 1983, which was distributed by Interarms.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Walther

Model: PPK/S

Serial: 246819S

Date of Manufacture: 1981 (According to the “IB” date code)

Caliber: 9mm Kurz (.380 ACP)

Finish: Blue 

Barrel Length: 3 1/4"

Optics/Sights: White Dot Front with Square Notch Rear

Stock/Grips: Black Synthetic Grips with Checkering and Banner Logos

Action: Semi-Automatic 

Markings: Standard / The left side of the frame is stamped with the “IB” German date code.

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