The Erma ET-22 is a compact semi-automatic pistol that sits at the intersection of collectible history and range-friendly plinking. Its blend of Luger-style controls and a lightweight platform makes it interesting to collectors and shooters who appreciate small, well-engineered firearms from a narrow production run.

ERMA-WERKE ET-22

Produced between 1967 and 1969 with Rock Island Auction House estimating roughly 375 examples made, the ERMA-WERKE ET-22 is rare by modern standards. That scarcity gives it value as a display piece and heirloom, while its friendly handling characteristics also make it a legitimate range pistol for light varmint work and casual target shooting. At a listed price of $1,299.99, buyers are purchasing a piece of post-war German small-arms history as much as they are a functioning semi-auto.

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Design and historical context

The ET-22 borrows key ergonomic cues from the classic Luger controls—manuals and feel that will be familiar to enthusiasts—while simplifying them for a small-caliber, semi-auto plinker. The compact form and straightforward controls make it a low-stress training tool for fundamentals: sight picture, trigger control, and safe handling. Erma-Werke’s reputation for precise machining and period-correct finishes further elevates the ET-22 as a collectible.

Range use and collecting value

Range performance

On the range the ET-22 shines as a light varmint gun and an engaging plinker. Its size and ergonomics encourage quick follow-up shots and make it comfortable for extended sessions. While no specific caliber is listed on the current spec sheet, the platform’s intent as a small varmint/hobby pistol is clear from its design and handling.

Collectibility

With production estimated at about 375 units and a late-1960s manufacturing window, the ERMA-WERKE ET-22 has intrinsic collector appeal. Examples in good cosmetic and mechanical condition are attractive for display and as conversation pieces in historic collections.

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Buying considerations

When evaluating an ERMA-WERKE ET-22, verify mechanical function, examine finish and original parts, and confirm provenance where possible given the low production numbers. The listed price of $1,299.99 reflects both collectible status and the platform’s appeal as a range-ready piece. Check current stock and purchase options directly at the retailer page to secure a verified example.

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