A part of the "Second Alphabet Run: Second Variation" production block in which Mauser switched from using a dull blue finish to phosphate from July 1944 onward as described on page 30 of "The P.38 Pistol: Volume II" by Warren H. Buxton. It is also noted on the same page that the change occurred somewhere in the "b" suffix serial range and that surplus blue components were used in production as well, with this example displaying all phosphate finish. Features fixed blade front and notch rear sights, ribbed Bakelite grips, and "eagle/WaA135" acceptance proofs on the left side of the barrel, frame, and right side of the slide. Matching "6838 d" serial numbers on the slide and barrel, "6838/d" on the frame, with matching "838/d" partial on the barrel lug. Includes an "eagle/WaA135" proofed and " P.38v/U" marked magazine with phosphate floorplate and dual rib follower.

Excellent overall, retaining 98% plus original phosphate finish with extremely light edge wear and minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.