In 97% mint sharp condition completely matching including the mag, we have a top example of an early high polish finish 3 Digit No Letter Block Walther AC41 P.38 Pistol. This is what collectors call the First Variation, its identical to a late ac40. You just do not see these early Walthers this nice as the high polish commercial grade finish was very fragile and did not stand up to the rigors of war. You may notice the round circle in the middle of the slide, that is referred to by collectors as the “water mark” and it is from the process of tongs holding the slide as it is blued. When you see the mark, you know the finish is original. This will only show up on early guns through the beginning of 1941. This pistol is all matching with a mint bore. Absolutely a beautiful and extremely desirable early war P.38 Pistol.
These early Walther Made P.38’s exhibit the same fit and high-grade lustrous blu finish that you would find on a PPK made during this time, this pistol was made to the highest commercial standards by Walther and it is a real gem.
