Videos tagged with Spreewerk

This video showcases a highly embellished Walther P.38 pistol, featuring a high-polished blued finish and gold-plated trim. The pistol, manufactured by Spreewerk in 1943 with the 'cyq' code, also bears the Austrian army's 'BH' mark. The segment also examines a modified late-war P.38 holster.

This expert review from 1ShotTV delves into the historical and functional aspects of a 1943 Spreewerk-manufactured Walther P38. The host, demonstrating high authority and enthusiasm, highlights the P38's pioneering DA/SA trigger, its wartime markings, and its surprisingly pleasant shooting characteristics despite its age. The review includes detailed accuracy testing, a ballistic penetration test, and insights into WWII manufacturer codes, offering valuable information for firearms enthusiasts and historians.

This video is a book review of 'P38 Pistol - Spreewerk Production' by Jan Balcar and Ron Clarin. The reviewer highlights that the book offers a comprehensive history of the P38 pistol, with a strong focus on its production by Spreewerk. It delves into the development, manufacturing variations, and the historical context of the Spreewerk factory in Grottau. The book also touches upon other Spreewerk manufacturing, including the VG-2 rifle. The reviewer recommends it as the best single P38 book for those seeking a thorough understanding of the firearm, especially as an alternative to more expensive sets. The book is noted to be largely out of print.