The Walther P.38 is a defining wartime semi-automatic sidearm with both historical significance and solid mechanical performance. For collectors and practical shooters who value provenance and operating reliability, late-production examples offer a compelling balance of scarcity and serviceable condition.

WALTHER LATE WAR P.38 “C” BLOCK is a 1945 9mm pistol with Serial No. 4761C, featuring a 4.9″ round barrel and strong rifling. The bore is bright and shiny with light frosting visible in the grooves, indicating good preservation of the rifling. Metals show light thinning on the slide and frame with normal edge wear, and the serial numbers are matching. The grips exhibit light handling wear, the action is smooth and functions correctly, and it ships with a commercial P.38V magazine dated between February 1943 and November 1944 and a black leather holster marked “DKK/44-P38” on the back. Shop this product

Why this late-war example matters

Collectors prize late-war P.38 examples for original matching serials and surviving accessories. This pistol’s matching Serial No. 4761C confirms factory continuity, and the included black leather holster stamped “DKK/44-P38” adds documented period context. The commercial P.38V magazine marked from 1943–1944 is an important detail that reinforces authenticity.

Condition and shootability

The 4.9″ round barrel with strong rifling and a bright bore suggests this pistol is not merely a safe queen—it’s a candidate for careful range use after inspection by a qualified gunsmith. Light metal thinning and edge wear are consistent with a 1945 service-era pistol and do not detract from mechanical reliability; the action is described as smooth and functioning correctly.

Caliber and practical applications

Chambered in 9mm, this P.38 uses a widely available cartridge that balances recoil, magazine capacity, and ammunition availability—making it easier for collectors who also want to preserve shooting competence during function checks. At the listed price of $2,195.99, it occupies a niche between display-grade relics and high-end restored examples. View product details and pricing

Buying considerations

When evaluating this WALTHER LATE WAR P.38 “C” BLOCK, verify the matching serials, inspect the bore and rifling condition, and confirm the provenance of the P.38V magazine and stamped holster. The pistol’s price of $2,195.99 reflects its late-war production date and included period accessories. Click through to check current availability; these late-war P.38s are rare and often move quickly. Check current availability

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