HK P7 and PPK
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handgunner
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There was a batch of ex-german police HK-PSP's a while back (imported by ArmsEast) who is a dealer on this board - you'll see the banner somewhere at the top. They were going for around $900.00, and were of course restricted. You could probably find one if you asked around on the exchange forum.
The PPK is prohibited by barrel length (and yes, by calibre in some cases too). It is possible to fabricate or otherwise attach a 106mm+barrel and have it verified to restricted only. They pop up on the exchange as well, but I haven't seen one for less than $600 for many years.
Another potential "shortie" to look into is the Glock 26/27 (9mm/.40s&w). They're imported and sold with the legal barrels by several dealers, including "Questar" on the top.
Good luck finding the pistol you're looking for. The members on this board can usually assist you, so feel free to ask - and post up some pics once you find the right one!
cheers
The PPK is prohibited by barrel length (and yes, by calibre in some cases too). It is possible to fabricate or otherwise attach a 106mm+barrel and have it verified to restricted only. They pop up on the exchange as well, but I haven't seen one for less than $600 for many years.
Another potential "shortie" to look into is the Glock 26/27 (9mm/.40s&w). They're imported and sold with the legal barrels by several dealers, including "Questar" on the top.
Good luck finding the pistol you're looking for. The members on this board can usually assist you, so feel free to ask - and post up some pics once you find the right one!
cheers
the P7 are posted on the EE, usually from $1800 to $2000.
the members who have bought the PSP are all very pleased with theirs, and there are some test fire reports on the forum.
the big diff. between the two is in the location of the mag release, the P7 is the push button just below the back of the slide, the PSP has it in the heel, which is still quite slick from the reports, you squeeze down and forward, and with a pinching motio, take out the magazine. very good value at about $900.
the mags can be expensive though and hard to find.
i have two restricted walther PP's in 380 auto bought off the EE this year.
both made in west germany, post war commercial models, my preference leans to these, rather than the war production ones or the ones made in usa called ppk/s.
one was already in 380 and the other was originally 32 auto, but with 106 barrel installed, the slide has to have the "9 S" stamped over the cal. designation.
i paid $700 for one, the $825 for the other, shipping included. one was higher price because it came with a good number of extra magazines.
a ppk changed to restricted has the barrel really sticking out there, the pp ones have the barrel sticking out of the slide at 1 cm, still decent looking
the height and length of the restricted pp is not that much smaller than say, a browning hi power, where it shine is in the width of the gun, which is about 22mm across the slide.
good idea to plan ahead and put $ aside, for the time you get your restricted pal, regards.
the members who have bought the PSP are all very pleased with theirs, and there are some test fire reports on the forum.
the big diff. between the two is in the location of the mag release, the P7 is the push button just below the back of the slide, the PSP has it in the heel, which is still quite slick from the reports, you squeeze down and forward, and with a pinching motio, take out the magazine. very good value at about $900.
the mags can be expensive though and hard to find.
i have two restricted walther PP's in 380 auto bought off the EE this year.
both made in west germany, post war commercial models, my preference leans to these, rather than the war production ones or the ones made in usa called ppk/s.
one was already in 380 and the other was originally 32 auto, but with 106 barrel installed, the slide has to have the "9 S" stamped over the cal. designation.
i paid $700 for one, the $825 for the other, shipping included. one was higher price because it came with a good number of extra magazines.
a ppk changed to restricted has the barrel really sticking out there, the pp ones have the barrel sticking out of the slide at 1 cm, still decent looking
the height and length of the restricted pp is not that much smaller than say, a browning hi power, where it shine is in the width of the gun, which is about 22mm across the slide.
good idea to plan ahead and put $ aside, for the time you get your restricted pal, regards.
That squeeze cocking takes a fair bit of hand strength. Too much if you ask me. Makes concentrating on the sights difficult. Mind you, the one I played with was an early production piece.
PPK's are prohibited due to the cartridge or barrel length. You'd have to find a longer barrel and have it in .380ACP only.
PPK's are prohibited due to the cartridge or barrel length. You'd have to find a longer barrel and have it in .380ACP only.
18 Lbs. to be exact. And about the same amount you use to hold a normal handgun firmly. The trigger, once the grip is depressed, is a very light 2 Lbs. Making an extremely accurate handgun as the barrel is fixed. The accuracy is legendary. I have a PSP.
LH
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handgunner
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As far as I know... no you can't import a prohib. Best resource to confirm this is a company that deals with imports such as Questar.
If nickel or stainless really turns your crank, why not buy a restricted ppk and have it re-finished in stainless. There are amazing 'smiths on this board that have refinished pistols, revolvers and rifles with great results. Won't cost a lot either (compared to importing, etc).
heavenIsAlie
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its not a prohib with a longer barrel so i dont see why not (of course the caliber cant be prohib either
So is this perfectly legal? Go to the states, or have a company like Questar buy me a PPK in a legal caliber. Then have it re barreled and brought into Canada. That way I get a new, restricted ppk and lots of mags. Because in Canada I have seen PPK used for $650 and it didn't look so great. But new I see on American websites for as low as $400. After forms and taxes and stuff it would probably be $750 for a new PPk. Anything wrong in my plan?
handgunner
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- Southern Ontario
Yes Sunray. Thanks for correcting me. Nevergiveup: You can re-finish in a "Chrome" or "Nickel" finish if you like the shiny stuff.
Sure are glad there are members on this board who proof-read the threads. Everyone contributes one way or another I suppose.
