The Walther PPK (Polizei Pistole Kriminal) was produced since 1930. It was developed for a hidden carriage. The engineers from Walther reduced the length, width and weight. The main difference to the PP is the frame with no back strap. this function was integrated in a single molded Grip. Also the grip was shortened, so the clip has only a capacity of 7 rounds. The shortness was balanced with a magazine-shoe on the bottom.

I own a Walther.380 stainless PPK/S serial number 3414AAA pictured in these attached photo’s. From the production history and markings the pistol appears produced under the first year of S&W licensing but before S&W put its own serial numbers on the Walther licensed PPK’s made. M Walther PP 7.65mm Serial Number to Date (1952 - 1975): Walther PPK 7.65mm Serial Number to Date (1954 - 1973): Walther PPK PPKS Safety Recall - Smith & Wesson smith.

The PPK and the PP were also produced very successfully after war. Even James Bond had an Walther PPK.

Technical data:

Walther Ppk S Serial Numbers

Production datas (for Wehrmacht only):

The Walther PPK for the Wehrmacht was split in 3 major variations, according to the army acceptance and finish.

1st Variation (Highpolish-Finish with Army Acceptance E/359; approx. 3.500 pieces)

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Characteristics:

Walther Ppk Serial Number Wf 61

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