Walther Model 9 Explained

Walther Model 9
Origin:Germany
Type:Semi-automatic pistol
Is Ranged:yes
Design Date:1921[1]
Manufacturer:Carl Walther GmbH
Production Date:1921-1945
Number:appx. 200,000
Weight:9.2oz
Length:3.91NaN1
Part Length:2inches
Width:0.669291inches
Height:2.75591inches
Cartridge:.25 ACP
Caliber:.25 (6.35 mm)
Action:Blowback-operated semi-automatic
Feed:6-round magazine
Sights:fixed

The Walther Model 9 was a semi-automatic pistol produced by Carl Walther GmbH and chambered in .25 ACP.

History

The decision to use a striker vs. that of an internal hammer like on the Walther Model 8 was to reduce overall size of the gun, but sacrificed reliability. If the striker spring is compressed for extended periods of time it can weaken and not have enough force to ignite the primer causing a miss-fire.[2] This can be avoided by not keeping the pistol cocked when not in use. It has a six-round detachable box magazine. The Model 9 is similar in size and function to the Baby Browning pistol which is only slightly larger. The Browning is also chambered in the .25 ACP cartridge.

During World War II, thousands of the Model 9 pistols were delivered to the Wehrmacht.

References

  1. Book: Peterson, Philip. Gun Digest Book of Modern Gun Values: The Shooter's Guide to Guns 1900 to Present. 16th. 258.
  2. Web site: Walther Model 9.