
The Walther P38 is without a doubt one of the best known guns in the world,
and when it was introduced in the German army in 1940, it was one of the most
advanced guns of its age. Not only was it the first combat pistol in a major
caliber that had a double action trigger, it even featured a combined
safety/decocking lever on its slide. The gun is still build today, and although
it is not a top-of-the-line gun any more, many of its features can be found in
other combat guns. Many of the Berretta and Taurus guns are little more than
upscaled P38`s. Quality and finish are excellent, although the trigger needs
some tuning. Various versions have been available, but currently only the base
version is made. Although the P38 is not currently a duty gun for major
organizations, some undercover agents like to carry one as their primary gun: it
has reasonable payload and power, is reliable and accurate, and does not have
recognizable links to the inventory of any law-enforcement agencies.
The
magazine holds eight rounds in 9 mm.
Weight: 1.76 lbs (0.8 kg)
Caliber: 9 mm
Barrel:
5 inch (12.5 cm)
Action: Double Action
Range: 165 ft (50
m)
Payload: 8 + 1
Cost: $ 700
Made in: Germany
Special: Good quality and finish, several versions and finishes
available.
By Mischa