The Walther P38 is the standard sidearm of the Deutsches Heer, introduced in 1938. It is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Parabellum, and includes various modern features such as a SA/DA trigger, plastic hanguard and chamber check. Used throughout the second Weltkrieg and the Cold War, the P38 is an iconic representation of the German Empire's reach throughout the world.