Produced by an unknown gunsmith, this pistol is a well-made copy of Walther's early semi-automatic pistols, unmarked aside from a repeating "19" on the barrel, chamber, and magazine base. Notes from the consignor suggest that it may have been captured in the field from a Japanese soldier during the Battle of Saipan; European-style semi-automatics were popular sidearms for high-ranking Imperial Army officers, who were required to privately purchase their handguns. Patridge blade front and dovetailed notch rear sights, with an unmarked safety switch, smooth trigger and checkered grips. A must have for a serious Walther collector!