1965 Manurhin P1 “West Berlin Police” – Short Barrel Variant in Presentation Case

A scarce and highly desirable Cold War police pistol, this 1965 Manurhin P1 represents one of the more unusual and collectible evolutions of the Walther P38/P1 lineage. Manufactured by the French firm Manurhin for the West Berlin police during the politically sensitive postwar period, these pistols were produced in France to comply with Allied restrictions that prohibited West Berlin police from carrying German-made sidearms. This example features the distinctive West Berlin police “sunburst” property stamp on the trigger guard, confirming official police issue. The shortened barrel configuration gives the pistol a rare “stubby” appearance closely associated with later P4/P5 developmental concepts, making it especially attractive to advanced Walther and Cold War collectors. Housed in an elegant presentation case, this pistol combines historical significance with exceptional display appeal. The alloy-frame P1 retains the legendary Walther locking system and double-action design of the wartime P38 while offering lighter carry characteristics and refined postwar manufacturing quality. Original examples with matching accessories, presentation boxes, and police markings are increasingly difficult to locate on today’s collector market. Features include: Rare 1965-dated Manurhin production, Authentic West Berlin police sunburst marking, Scarce shortened-barrel configuration, Original presentation/display case, Classic Walther P38/P1 operating system, Cold War police contract pistol manufactured in France, Highly collectible transitional variant with strong historical provenance. An outstanding centerpiece for any advanced Walther, German police, or Cold War firearms collection. Rarely encountered in presentation configuration, especially with the desirable West Berlin police association.