Walther PPK or PPK/S

smith revolver cop · #1 08-08-2010, 11:02 PM

Considering getting a PPK or PPK/S. Need a reliable weapon for off-duty carry, but not terribly worried about cosmetics. I'm not really up on the newest S&W Walthers, but I would be okay with an Interarms, pre-Interarms West German, or a newer Smith if the recall repairs can be documented.

I figured the people on this forum have well-cared-for guns, and I've never been disappointed with any of my purchases through forum members, so I thought I'd try here first.

If you'll only do F-T-F, I'm in SW Ohio- Dayton/Cincinnati area.

hammerwrought1979 · #2 08-10-2010, 10:20 PM

Cannot help you with the PPK, but can offer a nice IWB holster by the late Lou Alessi.

hammerwrought1979 · #3 08-11-2010, 08:54 AM

*/*/*/Repostpost: One last try for awhile. WTT Walther PPK/S Stainless .380 CCP*/*/*/

PPK in GA.

Marshal tom · #4 08-11-2010, 09:29 AM

I have owned several of the older InterArms ones over the years and a PP 22 from Germany. They were all good but I have not heard good things about the S&W models. I recently purchased a stainless one NIB and then sold it to a friend. He had nothing but trouble with it. He had to send it back for repair and then sold it right away after getting it back.
I love the design but I think that there are many other guns out now that offer more features, and power in a similar size package.

I would look for an older model if you decide to get one.

T

smith revolver cop · #5 08-11-2010, 06:14 PM

hammerwrought1979: thanks for the heads up. I joined the forum and sent a message.
Marshal tom: pretty much what I've heard, too. Hoping to snag a nice Interarms or pre-Interarms West German. (I did get to fondle a new S&W Walter this morning... I can see why the PPK and PPK/S have such appeal!!!)

CZU · #6 08-11-2010, 07:47 PM

You might also look for the French Manurhin marked PPK/s, this factory was building the West German marked pistols for Walther. They are also a bit cheaper.

smith revolver cop · #7 08-11-2010, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CZU

You might also look for the French Manurhin marked PPK/s, this factory was building the West German marked pistols for Walther. They are also a bit cheaper.

Thanks for the input. I've looked at a few online, and at the right price it would be a definite possibility.

smith revolver cop · #8 08-13-2010, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by large_orange_drink

I think the PPK is the same as the PPK/S except for a slightly longer slide and barrel. I like the PPK better because it has a more proportioned look to it. Is anyone even making a PPK anymore? These blowback design 380's have some of the most gad awful kick to them but the "cool" factor is off the chart.

Smith is making both the PPK and PPK/S. I believe the /S is the one that is slightly larger, holding one more round. I believe the PPK could no longer be imported because of the 'points' necessary for small guns.

My last .380 (still in the safe) was the North American Arms Guardian. A very solid and reliable gun, but very small and not really pleasant to shoot after a few magazines. (Also a true double-action, so you can double-strike a hard primer.) A sub-compact 9mm might make more sense, but after fondling a PPK and a PPK/S, the cool factor is truly Bond... James Bond.

hammerwrought1979 · #9 08-13-2010, 04:48 PM

Walther PPK/S

Firehouse · #10 08-13-2010, 07:01 PM

Guys this isn't a discussion area. Keep it down to just helping with a want to buy. Thanks.

smith revolver cop · #11 08-13-2010, 11:46 PM

Thanks to all who have responded. I got a lot of great leads. I am currently working on a transaction through P/M with a forum member. I knew somebody here would have a nice one available!