Carl Walther
was the founder of a firearms company that has been manufacturing weapons for over a century. The Walther brand is well-known for high-quality firearms used by hobbyists and military personnel alike.
History
In 1886, Carl Walther began his firearm company in Zella-Hehlis, Germany. He laid the foundation for new firearms standards used for military, government and hobbyists. In 1908, the company released the first self-loading 6.35 millimeter pistol. Walther died in 1915 and his sons took over the company.
Firearms
Walther offers a number of different gun models including the PK380, SP22, PPS, PPK and PPK/S, P99, P22 and the G22 rifle. The majority of its firearms are handguns ranging from .22-caliber to the powerful .40&W-caliber, allowing gun enthusiasts of all levels to find a suitable firearm. The rifle is also versatile as it has been used in Olympic shooting events and also for hunting and plinking.
Smith and Wesson Joint Venture
In 1999, Smith and Wesson and Walther announced a joint plan that enabled Walther to distribute firearms and accessories throughout the United States as well as the company's homeland, Germany.
Accessories
Walther supplies a full line of high-quality firearm accessories, including additional magazines, holsters, targets, safety glasses, signature clothing, knives and binoculars.
New Products Available In Germany
Walther offers a larger depth of products in its home country, Germany. New products that are available there and not yet in the United States include Walther KK300 Anatomic rifle, Hammerli x-esse IPSC handgun, Walther LG30 Vision, Walther LP300 Club handgun, Walther PK 380 handgun, Colt M4/M16 .22 caliber rifle and new DigiView Pro night vision accessories.
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