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Walther P38 9mm 5-inch

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Double-action semi-auto that replaced the Luger in Wehrmacht service.

Type: Pistol

Action: Semi-Automatic

Caliber: 9mm

Capacity: 8

Year introduced: 1938, Germany

Weight: 28 oz

Overall length: 8.6"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military