I own a couple 1911s, a beautiful Model 19, and a P-1. I think the major difference between the Walther P-38 and the Walther P-1 is the P-1 has an aluminum frame. I don't claim to be an expert.
My P-1 is really a wonderful pistol to shoot. It points well, is accurate, and makes a terrific plinker.
16 posted on 08/14/2010 8:53:08 PM PDT by Brucifer
(Proud member of the Double Secret Reloading Underground.)