Walther Model 9

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Walther Model 9
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Type Semi-automatic pistol
Place of origin Germany
Production history
Designed 1921[1]
Manufacturer Walther
Produced 1921-1945[1]
Number built appx. 200,000
Specifications
Weight 9.2 oz (260 g)[1]
Length 3.9 in (9.9 cm)[1]
Barrel length 2 in (5.1 cm)[1]

Caliber .25 ACP [1]
Action Blowback-operated semi-automatic
Feed system 6-round magazine
Sights fixed

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. 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 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 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.

References

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  2. http://unblinkingeye.com/Guns/WMod9/wmod9.html

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