Walther P22 .22 LR Compact DA/SA Pistol, German-Made, 3.4 in Barrel, Matte Black, 10+1, Pre-P22Q, 2008 Ulm Proofs
This German-made Walther P22 is a pre-P22Q configuration with a 3.4 in fixed, sleeved barrel and a matte black polymer frame. It is a compact, DA/SA, blowback-operated .22 LR pistol with a paddle-style magazine release and ambidextrous slide-mounted manual safety. Proofed at Ulm with the AI (2008) date code and marked by the Smith & Wesson Springfield, MA importer, it comes in excellent overall condition with two factory 10-round magazines and the original Walther hard case.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal markings from previous handling and use. The bore is bright and clean.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Walther factory hard case with fitted foam insert (label present)
- Two 10-round Walther P22 magazines with polymer baseplates
The P22’s compact footprint and DA/SA, blowback-operated system make it a versatile .22 LR pistol for training and general use. Its polymer frame with molded texturing and ergonomic finger grooves provides a secure, comfortable grip, and the exposed ring hammer offers clear visual and tactile status.
The 3.4 in steel barrel is a fixed, sleeved design secured by a barrel nut, contributing to consistent alignment. The slide features an ambidextrous manual safety and a loaded-chamber viewport for quick status checks.
Sights are a practical 3-dot setup with interchangeable front sight posts and a windage-adjustable rear, allowing simple point-of-impact tuning. Controls include a paddle-style magazine release, and safeties include a manual safety, magazine disconnect, and internal drop safety. Capacity is 10+1, and an accessory rail is integrated for mounting lights or other compatible accessories.
This example is German-made and proofed at Ulm with the AI (2008) date code. Markings include the C.I.P. DE pentagon, eagle over N, and the Ulm antler, along with the Smith & Wesson Springfield, MA importer stamp. Case labels list SKU WAP22003 and Art.-Nr./MPN 2659221, reflecting its original configuration and origin.