Description

INTRODUCTION:

The Walther Model 9 was a striker-fired semi-automatic pistol produced by Walther Arms and chambered in .25 ACP. The decision to use a striker vs. an internal hammer like on the Walther Model 8 was to reduce the overall size of the gun but sacrificed reliability. If the striker spring is compressed for extended periods, it can weaken and not have enough force to ignite the primer, causing a miss-fire. This can be avoided by not keeping the pistol cocked when not in use. It has a 6 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.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Type Semi-automatic pistol
Place of origin: Germany
Designed 1921
Manufacturer Walther
Produced 1921-1945
No. Built appx. 200,000
Mass 9.2 oz (260 g)
Length 3.9 in (9.9 cm)
Barrel length 2 in (5.1 cm)
Caliber .25 ACP
Action Blowback-operated semi-automatic
Feed system 6-round magazine
Sights fixed

The Walther Model 5 is slightly larger than the Model 9 and feels natural in the hand. It is exceptionally well made and has a more reliable internal hammer than a striker.

Field Stripping :

1. 1. Ensure the chamber is empty, then pull the trigger to unlock it.
   2. Remove the magazine.
   3. Press in slightly on the dumbell-shaped bolt at the rear of the gun, and use the toe of the magazine, your fingernail, or a small instrument to lift the latch.  The bolt should slide back under spring tension, but you might have to pull it back manually.
   4. Lift the rear of the slide and ease it off the front of the frame.
   5. The recoil spring can then be removed from its recess beneath the barrel.