Walther P38 Development
This video delves into the development history of the iconic Walther P38 pistol. It traces the lineage from Walther's initial development in 1932, exploring two distinct design paths: a scaled-up blowback PP and a locked-breech design. The presentation covers early prototypes like the "MP" pistols, the "Armee Pistole" (AP) in standard and long-barreled configurations, the second Model MP, and the commercial "HP" model that preceded the final P38. A notable inclusion is a sheet metal prototype from the earliest stages of the locked-breech development. The P38 is highlighted as Germany's 1938 replacement for the Luger, driven by cost-effectiveness rather than inherent Luger flaws.













