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  1. The Classics
    Hey guys, trying not to be a complete nube here but need some clarification on this sweet P1 I just picked up at a local gun show. Serial number is 288709 followed by a W and 3.82. Slide is marked 11/65. All numbers matching with the 709 stamp on all applicable parts. Wood grips with 709...
  2. The Classics
    I recently got a P38 and am having trouble identifying it. Also after shooting it after 3 magazines worth of bullets it jamed and the slide got stuck closed. After pulling on the slide and finally getting it open and disassembling I found that the locking block had sheared off its left ear. Now...
  3. Walther General Discussions
    Hi all, I have a few questions about a P38 that I got from my Grandfather. The slide is stamped with E/359 and serial numbered 5840 j. The barrel is stamped with E/359 and numbered 1404 h. The frame is stamped with E/135 and numbered 853. The magazine that I got with it is stamped P38 with a U...
  4. The Classics
    Howdy all, I've had a hard time attempting to distinguish when and where this P38 in my possession may have been produced. If possible and willing, please take a look and provide any information you may have. Thank you in advance for any assistance. Left side frame noted with: "088621 W 2.74"...
  5. P5
    Hi all, I have this P38 (deactivated due to UK law) serial number 1282W and I have always wondered about the markings all over it. The p38 marking looking really poorly done and the serials are all wonky. Was this an end of the war p38 or perhaps postwar French? Any help would be hugely...
  6. The Classics
    OK guys, looks like I’ve just found a jewel in my local surplus shop - all matching Walther P38 (ac42), “d” block = May of 1942. It has a few scratches on the slide but still retains 96-97% of its blueing. Bore is 8/10 (pics attached), not perfect but rifling is pretty good, with some very light...
  7. The Classics
    Like the title says, what are the best Walther P38 magazines for 50 dollars and under? I have an original one but would like to have an extra.
  8. The Classics
    Hey y'all, I got a pretty ok condition P38 from an auction a while ago and I've been wanting to take it out to the range to test fire it. But the front sight blade is offset and I have no idea how to fix it. Someone recommended that I use a wood mallet to hammer it back into alignment but I'm...
  9. The Classics
    Can anyone tell me what these markings are? I’m pretty sure they are import marks but I can’t tell what kind if they are? This is the best picture I have right now.
  10. The Classics
    I want a WW2 P38. What are some places where I can get a fairly good collectible one for under 1300? I would prefer it to be in fairly good condition, with matching numbers, and have a serviceable bore. Is this unreasonable given my budget? I don't have many gun shows near me, which takes that...
  11. Walther General Discussions
    Hello everyone. This is my first post and honestly my first inquiry about an firearm in general. I recently inherited a walther p38 from my grandfather. It was in his will and I had no clue about it. I been doing some research but I figure the best way to figure out what I'm holding in my hands...
  12. The Classics
    I know it was made Sep 1981 and refurbished Oct 1998 in Doberlug-Kirchhain and used by the Bundeswehr. I have questions though, like why is there a circle next to the Bw? Why are there circles elsewhere? Why are the serials one number off? Why does Mag B not have the markings but does have red...
  13. The Classics
    Hello, I recently bought this at my local Pawn shop and wanted help identifying the marks on the pistol and the holster. It seems all the serial numbers match. From my limited research it seems this may be a Swedish HP. But I wanted to ask the experts. Thanks for the help.
  14. New Member Introductions
    Unfortunately I'm a 75-year old computer dumbo, so if I'm posting this in the wrong place, sorry. I'm in Canada and in legal possession of a pre-WW2 PPK 7.65. Canada's gun laws are ridiculous so I can only use it at a government-registered firing range. It was inherited from my Dad who...
  15. New Member Introductions
    I'm from Northern Michigan and new to Walther guns. Inherited a GI bring back P38 recently and have done a bunch of digging into the history and manufacturing. It's pretty fascinating and cool. Looking forward to learning more about WWII era Walthers.
  16. The Classics
    Shortly before my father passed he showed me a few new guns he'd recently purchased. One of which was this P38 GI bring back. I have been digging up information on P38s in general but was having a hard time finding any matching serial numbers for the time period. I finally found one place with...
  17. The Classics
    Attached (hopefully) are photos of an old P-38 holster my wife pulled out of a closet. Looking closely, the inside flap is marked “bdr 44” with an Eagle over a symbol and another line of stamped print (difficult to decipher); but, looks like “WaA80” (or WaA3G, or WaA30) below it. I purchased...
  18. The Classics
    Hello everyone I bought a mismatched CYQ Spreewerke P38 as an entry into these interesting pistols. I was hoping to learn more about it from the knowledge people have here. It was sold to me as a 1940 mismatched CYQ with no obvious refurbishment. I am happy with the price I paid here in Canada...
  19. Walther General Discussions
    Hello all, I picked up this p38 nearly 6 years ago now and I am only just trying to figure out the markings. All the fonts seems to be of poor quality which made me think it might be a end of war type but I have no clue. I have tried to research it but have come up with nothing. Any help would...
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