James Bond’s Iconic Sidearm: The Walther PPK
A Pistol’s Genesis Origins The Walther PPK, standing for “Polizeipistole Kriminal” or “Police Pistol Criminal,” emerged from the need for a compact, concealable handgun. Designed by the German firearms manufacturer Carl Walther GmbH, the PPK’s roots can be traced back to its predecessor, the Walther PP (“Polizeipistole” or “Police Pistol”). The PP, introduced in the … Read more
