This is an example of a "Zero Series" military P.38 Pistol. This pistol has a high polish blue finish. Grips are early black plastic with checkered panels. Left side of slide marked with the "Walther" banner followed by "P.38" and the serial number. Matching numbers located on the barrel lug, frame, slide, locking block and grips. The "Eagle/359" (E/359) acceptance mark is stamped on several components, and the "Eagle/Swastika" proof mark is stamped on the right side of slide between two "E/359" army acceptance marks. An unusual feature is the "480 code" located inside both grip panels; this code used by Walther only from mid 1940 through October 1940 and was rarely found on "Zero Series" pistols. Red fill has been applied to the slide markings, proofmarks, safety and rear sight, with white paint on the front sight. The magazine has a dull blue finish and is marked "P. 38" on left side just above the floor plate, and "E/359" on the spine. Included with the gun is a European Theater capture certificate dated November 23, 1945.

Very fine, with approximately 75% of the high polish blue, showing cold brown solution touch-up of the front strap, smooth bright wear along the high edges, and some pitting visible on the barrel. Grips are very fine, with light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.