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Walther
Model PPK
Walther Pistol PPK .25 Auto Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:0.98-in
Length:6.1-in Height:3.8-in
Barrel:3.25-in Weight:19.9-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (50 grain bullet)43150
  • Recoil Factor (50 grain bullet)0.6 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity10 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor48%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1930 - 1940
Caliber:.25 Auto
Action:blowback operated semi-auto
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:slide mounted decock lever
Magazine:9-round
Frame:blued finish steel
Grip:brown plastic
Sights:fixed blade and notch
Notes:Pre-war variant
Manufacturer
Carl Walther GmbH
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Gun Value
MSRP:No DataUsed Est:$18,000.00
Last Update:7/19/2023
About the Gun

The PPK is a compact version of the Walther PP. The history of the post-war PPK is similar to that of the PP. Licensed to Manurhin during the post-war ban, it was made in France until 1964. Point based restrictions introduced by the US Gun Control Act (GCA) of 1968 required imported pistols to have a certain height, length and weight specifications, halting the importation of the PPK. Walther introduced the PPK/S variant that met GCA requirements, allowing importation to continue. Ultimately, the problem resolved by licensing the actual production of the PPK to manufacturers in the US, avoiding the DCA point problem altogether. PPK/S production stopped in Germany when production began in the US.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .25 Automatic
Alias: 6.35mm Browning
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:50 grains
MV:863 ft/sec ME:83 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was introduced in the United States along with the Browning-designed, Colt manufactured 'Vest Pocket' pistol. Also referred to as the 6.35mm Browning, this semi-rimmed centerfire cartridge has fairly high velocity for such a small size. However, the energy it delivers at any range is quite low. This, combined with the full metal jacketed bullet, adds up to a very poor stopping or killing power on anything. The .25 ACP is not powerful enough for hunting anything but pests, nor is it adequate for serious self defense. However, the .25 auto caliber pistols are popular because of their small size and low cost.

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