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you can rather easily modify the walther p38/p1 magazines for the M1951 with cutting the correct notch for the heel release. be sure to field strip and insert the factory mag for your specific pistol. note the position of the feedlips as visible where they protrude from the frame with the slide assembly removed as viewed from the side. this is the critical position of the presentation of the round to the chamber for feeding.feeds from 8 round single stack mags and is SAO. mags are a huge downside for this gun. They run 50-90 dollars a piece.
remove the grips and heel release magazine catch and insert the walther magazine to the depth that matches the factory magazine. use a sharpie to mark where you need to cut the walther magazine for the heel release so the magazine sits at that position.
disassemble the p38/p1 magazine and use a drill and files or dremel, et c to make the needed cuts. be sure to remove any burrs and reassemble, checking for the follower to move smoothly. if done with care you now have cheap and readily available magazines for your M1951.