The Vz 38 was a Czechoslovakian blowback operated semi-automatic pistol chambered for the 9 mm Short cartridge which it took from an 8-round box magazine. The Vz 38had a blade foresight, notch rearsight and an effective range of 40 metres. The Vz 38 fired in double-action only and had a muzzle velocity of 296 metres per second and a rate of fire of 30 rounds per minute. A designfault with the Vz 38 led to an improved version being produced known as the Vz 38/39. Research Vz 38
 
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