Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this very rare and highly desirable semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction; this is the Walther PPK-L Dural!
Starting around 1935, Walther introduced a lightweight Duraluminum frame in PP and PPK models. These ‘Dural’ frame pistols were some of the first firearms to be produced using this aluminum alloy for the frame. This is a very desirable post-war Walther and is considered to be the definitive classic James Bond gun. It is much rarer than the steel guns and is highly sought after. Just hearing the lines from the first 007 movie "Dr. No" will make you want to own this icon of the Cold War era. When you take it out of the box, you will feel like Major Boothroyd just issued it to you!
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Starting around 1935, Walther introduced a lightweight Duraluminum frame in PP and PPK models. These ‘Dural’ frame pistols were some of the first firearms to be produced using this aluminum alloy for the frame. This is a very desirable post-war Walther and is considered to be the definitive classic James Bond gun. It is much rarer than the steel guns and is highly sought after. Just hearing the lines from the first 007 movie "Dr. No" will make you want to own this icon of the Cold War era. When you take it out of the box, you will feel like Major Boothroyd just issued it to you!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Walther
Model: PPK-L Dural
Serial: 520393
Date of Manufacture: 1967 (According to Barrel Date Code)
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Blue Slide with Black Anodized Frame
Barrel Length: 3.31"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Brown Checkered Synthetic with Walther Banner Logo
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Contents:
This example will ship with the original factory-numbered "alligator" box, original factory-numbered test fire target, manual, tools, and two magazines pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: PPK-L Dural
Serial: 520393
Date of Manufacture: 1967 (According to Barrel Date Code)
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Blue Slide with Black Anodized Frame
Barrel Length: 3.31"
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Brown Checkered Synthetic with Walther Banner Logo
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Polizei Pistole, also known as the PP, was introduced in 1929 in 7.65mm Br calibre. Over time, three additional calibers were introduced: .22LR, 6.35mm Br, and 9x17mm (known as '9mm K). Starting in 1935, Walther introduced a lightweight Duraluminum frame for their PP and PPK models of pistols. These pistols were some of the first firearms to be produced using this aluminum alloy for the frame, which was considered exotic and innovative at the time. Duraluminum alloy metal was developed by the Dürener Company in 1909. Walther utilized it to produce lighter pistols, but the market for alloy frames would only take off decades later. As a result, only a few Walther PP and PPK pistols were produced at Zella Mehlis, making them quite rare.
One drawback of the Dural frames was that only anodizing could be used as bluing was not possible on an alloy. However, the anodization process was not fully refined at that time, and as a result, most Dural frames display notable discoloration with use. Hence, it is quite challenging for collectors nowadays to find a Dural pistol that has preserved all of its original finish. The Walther PPK Dural pistol that we are offering today was manufactured in 1967. It has matching-numbered components and retains all its high-polish blue finish on the slide while the frame’s anodized finish is completely intact. It is marked with the ‘eagle/N’ Nitro Proof mark on the frame, slide, and barrel, and comes complete with two 7-round magazines.
One drawback of the Dural frames was that only anodizing could be used as bluing was not possible on an alloy. However, the anodization process was not fully refined at that time, and as a result, most Dural frames display notable discoloration with use. Hence, it is quite challenging for collectors nowadays to find a Dural pistol that has preserved all of its original finish. The Walther PPK Dural pistol that we are offering today was manufactured in 1967. It has matching-numbered components and retains all its high-polish blue finish on the slide while the frame’s anodized finish is completely intact. It is marked with the ‘eagle/N’ Nitro Proof mark on the frame, slide, and barrel, and comes complete with two 7-round magazines.
Contents:
This example will ship with the original factory-numbered "alligator" box, original factory-numbered test fire target, manual, tools, and two magazines pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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