Introduced in 1920, the Model 8 was Walther's first post-war handgun, and in many ways is a forerunner of the legendary PP and PPK pistols. This particular example is finely decorated, with a full coverage gold finish and 75% plus coverage engraving among and around the standard markings, with zig-zag and scroll borders, fine scroll panels, geometric designs on the trigger guard and a pair of floral accents on the upper left side of the slide. Fixed sights, with the standard model and address markings on the matching numbered slide, "crown/N" proofs, and a pair of smooth mother of pearl grips with "CW" and "6,35" medallions. The magazine is finished and engraved to match the pistol.

Excellent, with 90% of the original gold finish, showing some bright edge wear and handling marks overall. The grips are very fine, with a few age cracks and minor flaking of the medallions. Mechanically excellent.