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Sharp 1988 Heckler Koch HK Model P7M8 9mm 4" Squeeze Cocker Pistol Case

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,750.00 USD Estimated At:3,500.00 - 5,000.00 USD
Sharp 1988 Heckler  Koch HK  Model P7M8 9mm 4  Squeeze Cocker Pistol  Case
Sharp 1988 Heckler Koch HK Model P7M8 9mm 4" Squeeze Cocker Pistol Case

Our Assessment: The decision to equip West German police with an advanced 9mm service pistol and replace existing 7.65mm Browning-caliber weapons was prompted after the 1972 Munich Olympics Massacre. The new firearm was to meet the following requirements: chamber the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge, weigh no more than 1,000 g (35 oz), the pistol’s dimensions would not exceed 180 × 130 × 34 mm, it should have a muzzle energy of no less than 500 J and a service life of at least 10,000-rounds. The pistol was also to be fully ambidextrous, safe to carry with a loaded chamber and able to be quickly drawn and ready to fire instantly. As a result of a competitive bid the German police forces selected three different pistols into service: the Swiss SIG Sauer P225 (designated the P6) and two German designs—the P7 (officially designated the PSP) and the Walther P5. Series production of the P7 started in 1979. Shortly after, the pistol was adopted by the German Federal Police’s counter-terrorism unit (GSG 9) and the German Army’s special forces formations. The P7 was produced primarily by H&K but also under license by the Greek defense firm Hellenic Arms Industry as well as in Mexico by the Departamento de Industria Militar (DIM), as a sidearm for general officers and staff. The pistol was also exported to several countries. The P7M8 has a couple of notable improvements over the original P7 design. Due to the placement of the gas chamber immediately above the trigger guard, the inside of the guard tended to heat up rapidly when fired. The P7M8 introduced a larger trigger guard with a polymer heat-shield to protect the user. It also relocated the magazine release from the heel of the frame to the rear of the trigger guard, a much lauded improvement for the American commercial market. This pistol is from 1988 and retains a lot of its original finish. The polygonal rifling is still well defined with no erosion and the pistol has a superb trigger pull that is initiated by squeezing the fore grip of the grip frame. Its blued finish has only light handling marks and it appears this pistol was used seldom if at all. It comes with one magazine, serial matching case, and paperwork. This is perfect for adding to a collection, add to your carry rotation, or just to have fun with on the range. Please see our pictures and good luck!

Make: Heckler & Koch

Model: P7M8

Serial Number: 16-98825

Year of Manufacture: 1988

Caliber: 9mm

Action Type: Semi-Automatic Squeeze Cocker Pistol

Markings: Standard P7M8 markings.

Barrel Length: 4”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a white dot and is dovetailed into the slide. The rear sight is a square notch base with two white dots and is dovetailed into the slide.

Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are textured black polymer. The textured black polymer grips have some scattered nicks, scrapes, and scratches. The texturing is mostly strong. The grips rate in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Black

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the polygonal rifling is strong. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is finish wear on the edges. There are some nicks and scratches in the metal. There are a few light handling marks. . The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a serial matching case, manual, and one 8-round magazine.

CA Legality: NO CALIFORNIA SALES