Walther - The Early Years Models 1 - 9
The Early Walthers web site located here is dedicated to the early Walther pistols from the early 1900's with the model 1 patent being filed on August 07, 1909 though the model 9 that was in production in the WW2 era. The site collects data to better understand all of the variations of each model in includes a wealth of knowledge on models, variations and serial numbers. Some of the rare Walthers are also show including the model 6 that lost out to the Luger as the sidearm of choice for the German military in WW1.
The web site can be found at: http://earlywalthers.com/
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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.