Comments on: The Walther model1and 2 self loading 22 rifles

By: Tristan

Tristan — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:47:05 +0000

Hello, my model 2 has the same problem. I identified that the bolt was flattened and shortened by the hammer. Now I try to rebuild it and try it.

By: peter j domanski

peter j domanski — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 16:36:56 +0000

Appreciate any comments

By: peter j domanski

peter j domanski — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 16:34:34 +0000

I just got a NO1

By: JAG

JAG — Fri, 27 May 2022 17:20:35 +0000

Hi, I have a Model 2 bought new by my family. Serial number WR 49681.
I no longer shoot it or have use for it. Any ideas. I am in Florida USA.

By: George

George — Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:32:13 +0000

Can any one tell me where I can buy a 5 or 10 round mag for a model 1 walther

By: Daniel

Daniel — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 11:22:33 +0000

Hello, I also own this beautiful rifle, specifically model 1. I have a problem that sometimes it shoots a dose and sometimes it doesn’t even draw the conclusion or it doesn’t fire the cartridge. I’ve tried different types of ammunition, but the problem is still there. If anyone from this forum can help or advise what to do with it, I will be very happy. Thank you

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 25 Nov 2021 22:40:38 +0000

Automatischer Walther Karabiner Modell 1

Hi, I’m in the UK – far from ideal if your hobby is guns!

I own a lovely, pre-WWII Carl Walther Model 1 rifle. I’ve owned this pretty .22LR rifle for over 40 years. First introduced around 1931, my research indicates that this ‘Walther Model 1′ carbine was manufactured around 1936 in the Zella-Mehlis factory. The serial number is: 13755.

The barrel is stamped ‘Crown over B’, ‘Crown over U’ and ‘Crown over G’ on the right-hand side, and ‘Crown over N’ and ‘Nitro’ on the left-hand side. ‘Crown over N’ indicates that the rifle was manufactured and proofed before 15 January 1940.

The overall condition is very fine. Blueing is 98% and has partially turned to a pleasant, aged plum colour. The bore is excellent, bright with well-defined rifling and no rust, corrosion or frosting. The stock presents very well with a few light usage marks, but no splits, cracks or repairs.

The rifle has never been modified (no holes for scopes, or other attachments). It’s basically just as it left the factory some 85 years ago.

The only issue is that the tallest leaf on the tri-leaf rear sight no longer latches into the upright position. The other flip-up leaf latches correctly. Does anyone have a spare tri-leaf rear sight they would part with?

The rifle performs faultlessly and is very pleasant to shoot. I don’t think it has had a lot of use, especially these past 40 years.

I’ve now reached that stage in life where the years have started to catch up with me, so I’m thinking I might sell the rifle. Can anyone give me an indication of the value of my Walther Model 1 carbine?

TIA.

By: Kobus

Kobus — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 11:55:29 +0000

Good day,
Where will one be able to get parts for a Walther .22 Model 1?

By: Johan

Johan — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 21:53:21 +0000

Goodday

Where can I get a parts list for the model 2and is there still parts available for them?

By: Rod Woods

Rod Woods — Sun, 08 Aug 2021 01:40:38 +0000

I have a very tidy example of the so-called Model 1 Walther .22, and I also have in my collection, a copy of the German WUM sporting goods catalogue of 1932 which lists the rifle for sale in two variants; the 52cm barrel with one standing and two folding leaf rear sight at US$28.60, and the version with the tangent rear sight at US$32.00. Nowhere is there any mention of Model 1 or Model 2. The rifle is merely described as “Automatic small bore sporting rifle, can be used as single loader and as repeater.” The magazine is 5 rounds and there is no mention of larger magazines. The only illustration shows the tang safety and there is no mention of the wing type safety. Clearly the wing safety, longer barrel, and 10 shot magazine were later offerings. Hopefully this is another snippet of information on these nice rifles.