First truly modern submachine gun — no wood furniture, folding metal stock, designed purely for military use. Used by German paratroopers and NCOs. Distinguished by the slotted magazine housing and single-stack magazine. Type: Submachine Gun Action: Blowback Caliber: 9mm Luger Capacity: 32 Year introduced: 1938, Germany Weight: 96 oz Overall length: 24" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military