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Seeking information on an inherited PPK

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Hi everyone, I inherited a my grandfathers collection and this ole girl was apart of it. I’m just looking for any information or knowledge anyone might know about it as I hadn’t found my love for WW2 relics till after he passed. Thanks In advance!
 

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ZM PPK

From what I can see you have a 1940 ZM PPK. There is an eagle over N proof on the right side that agrees with the timeframe. On the left is a stamp under the mag release that I cannot make out. A better picture of that area would help. Very nice looking pistol. As I always tell posters try to get an information on it and write it down. This it a family heirloom that should stay in your family with as much of its history as possible.

Also, if there are any other stamps on it please post them. That helps document its history.

Duncan
 
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ZM PPK

Earlier today Martin and I posted on this thread at the same time. I have looked at the left stamp again and can make out the "c" stamp but not the top stamp. With the "c" stamp I agree it it possibility a police pistol, but I don't see the "eagle" at all.

This is a very pristine example and has been well cared for. Your grandfather stored it properly. Once again, take a few more pictures so we can give your better information on it.

Duncan

P.S. Even if all you have is family stories on this pistol, write them down. Talk to family members to see if he told anyone about it. I had an uncle who was in the navy on the USS California at Pearl Harbor. Then went on to almost every major battle in the Pacific. He never spoke of it, but through my father, also navy, I learned of his history. Ask around someone might know some history.
 
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Finally got around to getting some more pictures for you all. Sorry it took so long, my son and future owner of this beauty was born yesterday.
 

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Okay, good pictures. Martin is right eagle c. Thanks, for coming back with them. Many times we never get additional information and are are left in the dark. You have a great excuse in being tardy. Congratulations and hope all is going well with mom and son.

Duncan
They are doing fabulous man thank you! And thank you for confirming the information you gave me earlier! I appreciate it a lot.
 
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PPK

It sounds life you are starting to develop Walther Fever. Good and bad as time goes by. The good is the understanding of a wonderful pistol, developed by the hands of fine craftsmen long ago. The bad is the habit to never driving by a gun shop without stopping to see what came in over the least couple of days.

As said above, these were made for a purpose, to fire. Not to sit in a safe or hidden from view. In my opinion the Walther PP pistols are the most pleasant to shoot and the ones that leaves a smile on my face every time I do.

I have never seen a pistol or revolver damaged by firing, if goog quality ammo is used, in a sensible way. Yes, the grips are fragile on some older weapons, but is is not rocket science to change grips for range use. Enjoy it for what it was made for.

Duncan
 
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It sounds life you are starting to develop Walther Fever. Good and bad as time goes by. The good is the understanding of a wonderful pistol, developed by the hands of fine craftsmen long ago. The bad is the habit to never driving by a gun shop without stopping to see what came in over the least couple of days.

As said above, these were made for a purpose, to fire. Not to sit in a safe or hidden from view. In my opinion the Walther PP pistols are the most pleasant to shoot and the ones that leaves a smile on my face every time I do.

I have never seen a pistol or revolver damaged by firing, if goog quality ammo is used, in a sensible way. Yes, the grips are fragile on some older weapons, but is is not rocket science to change grips for range use. Enjoy it for what it was made for.

Duncan
Thanks Duncan, I am definitely developing Walther fever. These old PPK’s just look incredible and I bet they shoot even better. I’ve just had so many differing opinions on whether or not to shoot it that Im second guessing myself. Thanks again man
 
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PPK

Matt,

If you haven't seen it Halfmoon has a thread going called "Wartime PPK". There is a lot of info on grips. Pick up some that match your pistol and switch them out. Like I said, it's not rocket science". Pick up a couple of boxes of Winchester White Box ammo and have some fun. Store the original grips in a safe place so you can have them for memories.

Keep it stored in a safe place, cleaned and lubed in a pistol rug that will not allow nicks or rust to damage it. Your pistol will then give you a lifetime of use. And it will be as good as it is now to teach your new son in the future.

Duncan
 
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Mike, interesting thot'. Mine are entirely intact, with a small crack by the beavertail. It would be interesting to see if slight warpage could be corrected with moderate heat/moisture.


For those not familiar with the original grips, they were molded in one piece with a steel insert in the backstrap. They slightly spread for installation or removal. A grip screw in the usual spot finishes the job.


The 'spreading' business (or gun recoil) is where the mischief comes in; the bakeliteish plastic (Trolit?) is fragile and brittle...which is why I was hesitant to tell a rookie to remove them, or shoot such a minty gun.

The replacements I found were two piece.


Matt, the challenge is finding a .32 iteration, which are much nicer to shoot than the current-production .380s.

Moon
 
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