SOLD - Very Rare Walther P.38 - "40 Added"

SOLD

$2,395.00

UPC:

SKU:: 4239a - 41124 - RJ

Description

2/13/26 - This is an all original example of a very rare Walther P.38 from 1940, known as the "40 added" variation. In 1940, Walther was assigned the new production code "ac". The first 2,650 pistols produced were made without the manufacture year marked on the slide, and at some point it was decided to add those last two digits. The earliest dated variation was made using slides that were already 'ac' marked, so the '40 date was added later. There were only about 6,000 of this variation produced in 1940. The pistol is all matching numbers, including the grips. Walther inspection stamps on all small parts. The finish rates roughly 80% with areas of spotty wear/discoloration throughout. Some minor pitting on the left side of the slide. The magazine is mismatched but in the correct "a" block and fairly close in serial number. The bore has pretty good rifling, but there is noticeable freckling throughout. De-cocker is functional.