GUN SPRING 2018
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/21/2018
SUPERB NSDAP PRESENTATION ENGRAVED WALTHER PPK PISTOL. WALTHER PPK 1005987 32 MODERN; C&R Cal. 32. 3.3" bbl, Crown N proofs, mottled brown Walther Banner 1-pc grips. 60 degree safety with oak leaf motif engraving amounting to full coverage with presentation in banner on top left of slide (NSDAP für Treue Thüring). Made without loaded chamber indicator and base of magazine engraved to match. The German National Labor Party or NSDAP took power in 1933. They enjoyed their pomp and ceremony and frequently bestowed upon themselves and fellow members these elegantly embellished sidearms. The influence of party leaders can be seen by being able to have produced this elaborately engraved pistol at a relatively late period when all productions had been steered toward war material. Survival of these was relatively small. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most finish remaining with typical edge wear and finish at high points of safety and forward end of slide. Grips are exceptional with minor age warpage. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are crisp. 52998-6 TDW (5,000-7,500)