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 'Walk-in Wednesday' video from Legacy Collectibles features an expert, Tom, showcasing two unique 'baby guns'. The first is a rare baby Luger replica by Krausewerke, with only two believed to exist. The second is a 'fantasy' John Martz custom build of a baby P.38, notable for being chambered in .45 caliber, a configuration that was never officially produced. The video provides links to purchase these collectible firearms and mentions other related content on their YouTube channel and website, highlighting their specialization in WW1 and WW2 firearms.
This video showcases two custom Luger pistols chambered in .45 ACP, created by renowned pistolsmith John Martz in the 1970s and 80s. Starting from standard 9mm Lugers, Martz modified them to accommodate the significantly larger .45 ACP cartridge, resulting in visibly larger pistols. The video features Keith Ford and Steve Ostrem from Rock Island Auctions explaining the intricate process and highlighting a "Baby" Luger and a custom German Navy Luger with a 6-inch barrel, distinguishing it from the standard P08 model.
This video explores a collection of custom Walther P38 pistols crafted by renowned gunsmith John Martz. The showcase features three distinct P38 variants: a compact "baby" model with a shortened barrel and grip, a standard P38 modified to chamber .38 Super ammunition, and a long-barreled P38 impressively converted to fire .45 ACP cartridges. The description highlights Martz's background as a WWII veteran and his extensive career in metalworking, which led to his specialization in custom firearms, particularly Lugers and P38s, beginning in the 1960s.
This video explores custom Luger pistols crafted by gunsmith John Martz. A WWII US Navy veteran and metalworker, Martz specialized in unique Luger modifications starting in the 1960s. The featured firearms include carbine conversions, 'baby' Lugers, and caliber conversions, most notably a .45 ACP variant. These .45 ACP Lugers were created by skillfully cutting and widening the original frame and adapting the upper assembly. Due to the extreme rarity and high value of original DWM .45 ACP Lugers, Martz's custom creations are highly sought after by collectors.
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