Walther P38 - Design & Brief History

Discussion on the mechanical design and features on the venerable Walther P38 and its influence on modern handguns, along with a brief explanation on the P38’s historical development.

Timestamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:52 - Origins and name
2:08 - Postwar vs. WWII P38s
3:31 - Grip
5:08 - Left-side ejection
6:17 - Trigger
8:37 - Loaded chamber indicator
9:35 - Barrel and accuracy
11:54 - Iron sights
12:52 - Reliability
14:28 - Field strip
17:13 - Holster
18:32 - Conclusion