Walther P1 Bundeswehr Issue 9mm Luger, 4.9" Barrel, 1982-Dated Surplus Pistol
Produced in August 1982 for the West German Army, this Walther P1 is a late-production, alloy-framed descendant of the famed P38. It carries matching serial numbers, the Bundeswehr acceptance star, and a reinforcement pin in the frame—an upgrade found on the final military runs. The pistol retains its original grey-phosphate slide, black-anodised frame, and arrives with its full Bundeswehr field kit, making it a complete, ready-to-shoot example for collectors and shooters alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Light service scratches and finish blemishes are visible on the slide and frame, consistent with Bundeswehr duty carry. There are no cracks or structural issues. The bore is bright and shiny from chamber to muzzle.
What’s Included
- 2 Walther factory 7-round steel magazines
- Bundeswehr black leather flap holster stamped Pistole P38/P1
- Bundeswehr plastic cleaning kit with pull-through chain, brush and oil bottle
- Walther P38 user manual
- Original box
- Factory Anschussscheibe P1 test target numbered to the pistol
This P1 features the classic open-top slide and hinged locking block that defined the P38 family, delivering proven reliability and mild recoil with standard 9x19 ammunition. The slide-mounted safety doubles as a decocker, and an automatic firing-pin block adds a layer of drop safety.
The black-anodised aluminium alloy frame cuts weight while the reinforcement cross-pin, introduced in later P1 production, increases durability under extended firing. An integral lanyard loop on the backstrap reflects its military roots.
Original Bundeswehr property and acceptance markings remain sharp, underscoring its service pedigree. The SSME Plant City FL import stamp confirms it entered the U.S. as genuine surplus rather than a commercial remake.
Fixed iron sights—white-dot front and rear notch—offer a clean sight picture. The pistol retains the loaded-chamber indicator on the top cover, a hallmark Walther safety aid.