Heckler & Koch P9S Target .45 ACP Semi Automatic Pistol with Sport Barrel Package, Manufactured 1989
Archival record: Specifications and condition reflect the firearm as listed at the time of auction.
Final Auction Price: TBD! AUCTION ENDS 08/02/2026
The Heckler & Koch P9S Target represents one of HK’s most technically advanced sporting pistols of the Cold War era. Built around the company’s roller delayed blowback operating system and fixed barrel design, the P9S combined exceptional mechanical accuracy with innovative engineering and outstanding German craftsmanship. This 1989 Target Model includes both the desirable 5.5 inch Sport Barrel with barrel weight and a standard 4 inch barrel and slide assembly, making it an exceptionally complete package for both collectors and shooters.
Identification
MMA#: 260623BG004
Make: Heckler & Koch
Model: P9S Target Model
Serial Number: 408053
Year of Manufacture: 1989 (IK Date Code)
Caliber: .45 ACP
Action Type: Traditional Double Action / Single Action Semi Automatic Pistol with Roller Delayed Blowback Operation
Barrel Length: 5.5 Inch Sport Barrel with Barrel Weight Installed
Additional Barrel: 4 Inch Standard Barrel Included
Sights / Optics
The front sight is a dovetailed blade. The rear sight is a fully adjustable square notch unit adjustable for both windage and elevation, mounted to a fixed base at the rear of the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition
The pistol is currently fitted with an aftermarket one piece right hand target grip constructed of textured wood. It features a thumb rest, index shelf, palm rest, and integral finger grooves for enhanced target shooting ergonomics.
The grip shows only light handling marks with strong texturing and no chips or cracks.
Also included is the original factory HK checkered black polymer grip.
Overall grip condition: Fine to Excellent.
Finish & Overall Condition
Type of Finish: Phosphate Slide with Matte Black Frame
Finish Originality: Original
The pistol retains approximately 98 percent of its original finish. There is minor oxidation present on the barrel weight along with light operational and handling wear. The markings remain crisp and the screw heads are sharp.
Overall condition: Excellent.
Bore & Mechanics
Bore Condition: Both barrels have bright bores with well defined polygonal rifling and no erosion. In the original evaluator’s opinion, both bores rate 10 out of 10.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The P9S features HK’s roller delayed blowback operating system with a fixed barrel. The trigger incorporates an adjustable over travel stop capable of limiting trigger movement and disabling double action operation for precision target shooting. The multifunction decocking system safely lowers or cocks the hammer while also serving as the slide release. The pistol was not test fired. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be desired before use.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories
Included are:
Carrying case
Factory owner’s manual
Factory test target
5.5 inch Sport Barrel with installed barrel weight
Standard 4 inch barrel
Additional complete slide assembly
Original HK polymer grip
Two 9 round magazines
Our Assessment
The Heckler & Koch P9S occupies a unique place in HK history as one of the company’s earliest commercial pistols to showcase the innovative engineering that would later define the brand. Rather than relying on the Browning tilting barrel system found in most modern semi automatic pistols, the P9S utilizes a roller delayed blowback mechanism derived from HK’s famous G3 battle rifle. This allows the barrel to remain fixed to the frame, contributing to outstanding inherent accuracy while maintaining excellent reliability.
The fixed barrel design also attracted the attention of specialized military and law enforcement users, as suppressors could be mounted without interfering with the pistol’s operating cycle. Combined with polygonal rifling, renowned for reduced fouling and excellent barrel life, the P9S became one of the most technically sophisticated service pistols of its era.
The Target Model further refined the platform with fully adjustable sights, an adjustable trigger over travel stop, and the desirable 5.5 inch Sport Barrel fitted with a barrel weight to maximize stability during precision shooting. This example becomes even more appealing through the inclusion of the standard 4 inch barrel and matching slide assembly, allowing the owner to configure the pistol for either target competition or general use.
Manufactured in 1989 and retaining approximately 98 percent of its original finish, this P9S Target remains in Excellent condition. Complete with its factory test target, manual, carrying case, original grip, additional barrel and slide assembly, and two magazines, it represents an exceptionally complete package that would be a centerpiece in any Heckler & Koch collection.
The Mt. McCoy Auctions Difference
Every firearm featured in the Mt. McCoy Auctions Vault is professionally photographed, carefully cataloged, and thoroughly documented to preserve its history and condition. Our archival records provide collectors with detailed information regarding originality, condition, mechanical function, and historical significance, creating a lasting resource long after each auction has concluded.
