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Category - P38 Pistols - Walther Pistols - Pre-46

Category
P38 Pistols
Walther Pistols - Pre-46

WWII Walther P.38 AC41 Second Variation, Rare Open Sear, All Matching Including Magazine, C&R

Description:
For your consideration is a Walther P.38 AC41 pistol, serial number 4364f, manufactured in August 1941.

The AC41 Second Variation was the last to have the high polish blue finish. The main noticeable difference from the First Variation was the omission of the company code “ac” from the front left trigger guard and barrel flat.

This pistol also exhibits the rare “open” or “horseshoe” sear. These were made sporadically throughout the AC41 into early AC42 production.  According to Buxton (see The P.38 Pistol, Volume 1, p171-172 and figure 4-67K) these sears were leftover experimental stock from the Zero-Series P.38s and later cycled into production. This one has the stamped E/359 Waffenamt, some were etched or engraved.
 
 This pistol features:

• Matching barrel, frame, slide, locking block, and magazine.
• Rare experimental “open sear”.  
• Correctly marked and matched magazine with P.38 and two E/359 waffenamts on the spine (Blue Book adds 40% for matching mag).
• High polish blue finish slide.

This example is in overall very good condition. It has wear consistent with age and use. Many of these pistols saw hard use and capture on the Russian Front.

The original finish shows some areas of finish loss, mostly on the slide and muzzle ring.

Bore retains good rifling but is somewhat dark with pitting noted.

The dark brown Bakelite grips are in good condition with correct markings. Note the U-shaped relief cutout on the inside upper right panel for the open sear. The right panel has a compression crack with an older repair, though barely noticeable.

Mechanics are excellent - I did not test fire it but flawlessly cycled a full magazine to test chambering/extraction.

Overall, a decent example of a Walther P.38 AC41 “Open Sear” Second Variation w/matching mag for your collection.
 
Ships well-packaged and insured for $40.

This item is C&R Eligible. If you have a Curio & Relic License, we can ship this item directly to you (except where prohibited). A photo ID with an address that matches your C&R is required.
 
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It is the buyer’s responsibility to provide a copy of their FFL’s license. It may be emailed or included with payment.

Sales tax collection/remittance (if required) will be the responsibility of your FFL at the point of transfer. I will provide a sales receipt upon request.

I am registered with the state of California for approved gun transfers. Please check with your FFL if this firearm is approved before purchasing.

All firearms have a 3-day, no firing inspection period from the date the item is received at your FFL Dealer or C&R. The firearm cannot leave the FFL premises prior to inspection/acceptance. The date received is the date the item is shown as delivered by the tracking information provided by the shipping entity.
Returns are only accepted for items that arrive at the transfer agent in a condition other than advertised in the listing. Returns must be left with the transfer agent.
Firearms returned for other than damage or misrepresentation will have all shipping/ fees and a restocking fee of 15% subtracted from the refund. Any damage incurred in transit is the responsibility of the shipping agent (USPS, UPS, etc.). I will assist with any claim, but any damages will be paid by the shipping agent.
 
Disclaimers - Used guns, unless stated otherwise, are believed to be functional. However, they are not test fired nor evaluated by a gunsmith.
 
All firearms and ammunition sold by Warthog Arms are considered collector’s items only and are under no circumstances warrantied as to function or safety. No warranty is expressed or implied by the contents of any individual item listing or description.
 
Buyer agrees to release seller and/or consignor from all liability, whether criminal or civil, arising from the purchase, ownership, possession, use or misuse of this item. All firearms should be inspected by a certified gunsmith prior to loading or firing.

Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting firearms. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Safety is no accident.
 

Curio/Relic: Yes
Handgun Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum (9mm Luger, 9x19mm NATO)
Manufacturer: Walther
Model: P.38
Serial Number: 4364f
Barrel Length: 5
Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Good
Grips: Dark Brown Bakelite

Price: $2,095.00