walther .22 manurhin pistol value

[bank_man]

I bought a walther.22 made by the french manurhin. It is in mint condition with manual, test target, authenticity certificate, and original box, with 2 mags. Does anyone know the value. I have seen listings on line between $475 and $1600. It is a really nice piece. The serial number is 6 digits, # 140***
Thank you

Robert

[Jim K]

You don't indicate what model it is; a better description or pictures will be needed to make even a WAG at value. I don't know what you paid, but my initial feeling is that I hope it wasn't $1600.

Jim

[RJay]

Also. Manurhin .22 pistols had a suffix of R or S ( or should ) in the serial number?

[bank_man]

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs690.snc4/62994_163944003615941_100000010279915_590912_7397765_a.jpg It is a PPK/S and on the certificate I saw it was manufactured in 1960. I paid $400 for it. I will try to attach a photo.

Ok.....I think the web address above will show picture . I can email photo as I can't figure out how to insert a photo here lol.

[3/2 STA SS]

I would say at least $450-500 but then again a true collector, who knows?

[kx1a]

I had paid $350 for this one.
http://www.thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=81742

[RJay]

You paid a fair price for it. That would be my guesstimate of value, 350 to 400.

[bank_man]

Thanks for all the feedback. A friend has offered $450 for only looking at photo's. I think however I will keep this one for a while it is really a sweet little piece.

Robert

[Jim K]

If you shoot it you may well be surprised by its accruracy and good trigger pull. I have a .22 PP that will shoot almost as well as my Ruger MkI Bull Barrel; it is harder to hold on target than the heavier Ruger, but the accuracy is great.

Jim

[bank_man]

I did shoot it and loved it. It was fun, accurate and never failed. I almost hate shooting it as it looks new.

Robert

[Jim K]

BTW, I would stick to standard velocity or target ammo for that gun. I have fired high speed in them, but they were designed in the 1930s before .22 HS came on the market, so it might be better to stick with standard velocity.

Jim