Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action / single-action semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Carl Walther Waffenfabrik PK300 (PK380).
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Carl Walther Waffenfabrik (Ulm, Germany) / Imported by Smith & Wesson (Springfield, MA)
Model: PK300 (PK380)
Serial: PK04770
Date of Manufacture: 2010 (BA German Proof Code)
Caliber: .380 ACP (.380 Auto)
Finish: Matte Black Oxide Steel Slide / Ergonomic Black Polymer Frame
Barrel Length: 3.66" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: White 3-Dot Sight System w/ Screw-Adjustable Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Ergonomic Molded Textured Black Polymer Grip w/ Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) Short-Recoil w/ External Hammer, Ambidextrous Slide-Mounted Manual Safety, Ambidextrous Paddle Magazine Release, and Detachable Single-Stack Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Left slide stamped w/ Walther banner, "PK380", and "Carl Walther Ulm/Do. / Made in Germany"; right slide stamped w/ Walther banner, "PK380", and "SMITH & WESSON / Springfield, MA"; chamber stamped ".380 AUTO", "DE", Nitro proof eagle/N, and "BA" date code; frame right side stamped serial "PK04770".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced by Carl Walther Waffenfabrik of Ulm, Germany, the PK380 (designated in early factory markings as the PK300) represents a unique mechanical bridge between personal defense handguns and modern polymer combat pistols. Unlike the majority of .380 ACP handguns that utilize traditional direct blowback operation, Walther engineered the PK380 w/ a locked-breech short-recoil system derived from their flagship P99 and PPS series. By employing a tilting barrel lockup, recoil spring resistance is drastically reduced, allowing the slide to be rack-operated w/ minimal effort—making it one of the most accessible and smooth-operating carry handguns on the market. Featuring an exposed external hammer, traditional double-action / single-action (DA/SA) trigger assembly, fully ambidextrous slide-mounted safety blocks, ambidextrous paddle magazine releases integrated into the trigger guard, and an accessory rail, the PK380 combines famous German engineering w/ superb concealed-carry ergonomics. This specific example is an authentic German-manufactured Walther PK300 (PK380) pistol bearing serial number PK04770, featuring the "BA" proof code stamp verifying its 2010 production date in Ulm, Germany. Imported under the historical partnership w/ Smith & Wesson of Springfield, Massachusetts, it features a 3.66-inch steel barrel, 3-dot combat sight system, matte black steel slide finish, and a highly ergonomic molded polymer frame. The slide displays crisp silver-infilled Walther banner roll-marks alongside the early "PK300" dust-cover frame engraving. The matte finish across the slide and polymer frame remains extremely clean, showing light operational handling wear consistent w/ careful preservation. Mechanically, the DA/SA trigger assembly cycles smoothly, the slide pulls back w/ effortless ease, and the 3.66-inch bore remains mirror-bright w/ sharp, defined rifling throughout. Offered in clean, complete condition w/ its single-stack factory magazine w/ finger extension, this German-proofed Walther PK380 represents a well-crafted CCW sidearm for modern firearms collectors.
Contents:
Model: PK300 (PK380)
Serial: PK04770
Date of Manufacture: 2010 (BA German Proof Code)
Caliber: .380 ACP (.380 Auto)
Finish: Matte Black Oxide Steel Slide / Ergonomic Black Polymer Frame
Barrel Length: 3.66" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: White 3-Dot Sight System w/ Screw-Adjustable Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Ergonomic Molded Textured Black Polymer Grip w/ Finger Grooves
Action: Double-Action / Single-Action (DA/SA) Short-Recoil w/ External Hammer, Ambidextrous Slide-Mounted Manual Safety, Ambidextrous Paddle Magazine Release, and Detachable Single-Stack Box Magazine Feed
Markings: Left slide stamped w/ Walther banner, "PK380", and "Carl Walther Ulm/Do. / Made in Germany"; right slide stamped w/ Walther banner, "PK380", and "SMITH & WESSON / Springfield, MA"; chamber stamped ".380 AUTO", "DE", Nitro proof eagle/N, and "BA" date code; frame right side stamped serial "PK04770".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced by Carl Walther Waffenfabrik of Ulm, Germany, the PK380 (designated in early factory markings as the PK300) represents a unique mechanical bridge between personal defense handguns and modern polymer combat pistols. Unlike the majority of .380 ACP handguns that utilize traditional direct blowback operation, Walther engineered the PK380 w/ a locked-breech short-recoil system derived from their flagship P99 and PPS series. By employing a tilting barrel lockup, recoil spring resistance is drastically reduced, allowing the slide to be rack-operated w/ minimal effort—making it one of the most accessible and smooth-operating carry handguns on the market. Featuring an exposed external hammer, traditional double-action / single-action (DA/SA) trigger assembly, fully ambidextrous slide-mounted safety blocks, ambidextrous paddle magazine releases integrated into the trigger guard, and an accessory rail, the PK380 combines famous German engineering w/ superb concealed-carry ergonomics. This specific example is an authentic German-manufactured Walther PK300 (PK380) pistol bearing serial number PK04770, featuring the "BA" proof code stamp verifying its 2010 production date in Ulm, Germany. Imported under the historical partnership w/ Smith & Wesson of Springfield, Massachusetts, it features a 3.66-inch steel barrel, 3-dot combat sight system, matte black steel slide finish, and a highly ergonomic molded polymer frame. The slide displays crisp silver-infilled Walther banner roll-marks alongside the early "PK300" dust-cover frame engraving. The matte finish across the slide and polymer frame remains extremely clean, showing light operational handling wear consistent w/ careful preservation. Mechanically, the DA/SA trigger assembly cycles smoothly, the slide pulls back w/ effortless ease, and the 3.66-inch bore remains mirror-bright w/ sharp, defined rifling throughout. Offered in clean, complete condition w/ its single-stack factory magazine w/ finger extension, this German-proofed Walther PK380 represents a well-crafted CCW sidearm for modern firearms collectors.
Contents:
(1) 8-Round Factory Single-Stack Magazine w/ Finger Rest Baseplate.
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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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1202277779 |
BidPrice: |
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AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
207.78 |
