Walther Q5 Match SF Meister Manufaktur The Patriot 9mm — Hand‑Engraved by Bottega C. Giovanelli, Steel‑Frame, 5 in Barrel, Limited Edition
This Walther Q5 Match SF is the Meister Manufaktur The Patriot edition, a factory limited‑run steel‑frame variant in excellent condition. It features hand engraving with stars and eagle motifs executed by Bottega C. Giovanelli, with the engraver's signature visible on the right side of the slide. Made in Germany and proofed in 2023, it includes two 18‑round magazines and a burgundy leather‑bound Walther presentation case.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent rifling - Bright bore with well-defined polygonal rifling.
Specific Condition Notes: Very light, superficial surface scratches are present and visible under close inspection. The slide cycles smoothly, and the trigger exhibits a short, crisp break and reset.
What’s Included
- Burgundy leather‑bound Walther presentation case
- Original box
- Two 18‑round Walther factory steel magazines with blue followers
- Sight adjustment tool
- Walther factory test target
- Walther Q5 Match SF Pistols safety & instruction manual
This Meister Manufaktur The Patriot showcases hand engraving across the slide with stars and an eagle motif, and it bears the "Bottega C. Giovanelli" signature on the right side. The Tenifer-treated, hand‑polished slide pairs with a steel frame for a premium fit and finish.
The steel frame uses an extended dust cover with an integral accessory rail and a flared Walther‑branded magazine well for confident reloads. Textured dark grip panels are secured by screws, providing a secure hold on this full‑size configuration.
A 5 in carbon steel barrel is Tenifer‑treated and hand‑polished, with polygonal rifling and a 250 mm right‑hand twist. The Dynamic Performance Trigger is aluminum and flat‑faced with lightening holes, featuring short take‑up and a short, positive reset.
Match iron sights are slide‑mounted, combining a front sight with a click‑adjustable rear. Capacity is 18+1 using the included factory magazines with blue followers. Weight is approximately 41 oz, with overall dimensions of 220 × 36 × 137 mm.
Markings include CIP proofs on the barrel, a DE 2023 proof on the dust cover, "CARL WALTHER ULM/DO. GERMANY," and "WALTHER ARMS, FORT SMITH, AR." The barrel hood is marked "9mm x 19." The case label identifies "THE PATRIOT" and Art.-No. 2844605; manufacturer part number is 2844605. Imported by Walther Arms, Fort Smith, Arkansas.