Videos tagged with Custom P38

This video showcases a rare custom "baby" Walther P38, a uniquely shortened variant of the classic pistol. Brownells Gun Tech Steve Ostrem details the significant modifications, including a reduced barrel, grip frame, grips, and magazine. The magazine itself is an original WWII German P38 mag with a Waffenamt stamp that has been expertly altered. A distinctive pinkie finger rest has been added to the grip. The craftsmanship is attributed to a highly skilled gunsmith, possibly John Martz, who created a compact 9mm carry pistol long before modern compact options were available. Viewers are encouraged to share any knowledge they have about this mystery firearm.

This entry details the custom gunsmithing work of John Martz on Walther P38 pistols. It covers modifications such as creating a compact 'Baby' P38, converting a P38 to fire .45 ACP through significant frame and barrel fabrication, and rechambering for .38 Super. The expertise of John Martz, a WWII veteran and skilled fabricator, is highlighted, emphasizing the high level of craftsmanship involved in these unique, finite collector's items.