Description
There are collectible guns—and then there are guns that stop you cold. This is one of them. A Walther P38 Prototype, meticulously reimagined by the late John Martz, one of the most respected custom pistol builders of the 20th century. Chambered in both .45 ACP and .38 Super, this is the kind of piece that defines “one of a kind.”
Martz’s work has always stood apart. He didn’t just refinish or tinker; he rebuilt, reshaped, and redefined. Every line of this pistol bears his touch, from the hand-fitted internals to the crisp, deliberate engraving. Even the original Walther markings, serials, and waffenamt stamps were preserved and reinterpreted with care, blending history with individuality. The result is a firearm that feels both experimental and deeply personal.
The dual-caliber design elevates it even further. Included is a second barrel and slide assembly for .38 Super, giving the owner two distinct personalities in one stunning platform. It’s as much mechanical art as it is engineering prowess.
Everything is presented in a custom hardwood display case, complete with brass plaques denoting its prototype status, a final touch that feels almost ceremonial.
For Walther collectors and Martz admirers alike, this pistol occupies rare air. It’s functional, historical, and utterly unique, the kind of piece that doesn’t just join a collection; it becomes its centerpiece.
