Researching Early Walther Pistols: History, Variations, and Rare Models
The Early Walthers website, found here, is dedicated to the study and documentation of early Walther pistols from the early 1900s. Coverage begins with the Model 1 patent filed on August 7, 1909 and continues through the Model 9, which remained in production into the World War II era.
The site serves as a research resource for collectors and historians, compiling detailed information on models, variations, and serial number ranges. It helps document production changes and lesser-known configurations across the early Walther lineup. Rare examples are also featured, including the Walther Model 6, which competed against the Luger during World War I but was not selected as the German military’s standard sidearm.
Explore the full archive and reference material at:
http://earlywalthers.com/
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SN# 79496, I can’t seem to find the exact looking Walther with the ID indicated. Can you show it in a photo? It is Selbstlade. Thank you
I have a Mod. 8 with serial number #9497x A . The pistol also has 9999 or 6666 stamped along front strap. The top left side of the Slide displays stamps 1193 ( Czech Proof) 40. The pistol is Eagle N proofed, not Crown N. I cannot find any information on the front grip stamping. It appears factory applied and runs vertically either 6666 or 9999 depending on how you look at it. Any info would be appreciated.
“Cliff Dixon – I would like more info. about my model 4 sn 107062 if possible.” Cliff your Walther model 4 is a late second variant and was likely made about 1917 of 1918. It is one of the more common variants and about 250K were made that are like yours. More info: Early Walther Pistols – Model 4 (earlywalthers.com)
I would like more info. about my model 4 sn 107062 if possible.