Walther Toggle-Locked Automatic 12ga

Make: Walther Model: Toggle-Locked Automatic Caliber: 12ga Action: Semi Barrel: 29.5 Bore: Bright Serial # 1022 Condition: Very Good Importer: NIM "Collectable" Manufactured between 1922-1931, this is an example of one of Walther's "Very Rare" shotguns, a semi-automatic shotgun with a toggle-locked short-recoil operating system. These guns are not particularly common, with approximately 5,000 made in total, and here in the states it is surprising to find one without a German export marking. This example appears to have seen use over the last 90-100 years, but still retains a great bore, strong mechanics and much of its original finish. This is a rare find for the Walther collector, but is also a very interesting mechanical design as well as being a great example of the innovation and variety found in early auto-loading shotguns. The action functions correctly. The magazine release is on the left of the receiver, allowing the forend/magazine assembly to pivot down for loading. The charging handle is on the right of the receiver, pulled down to cycle the action manually (the charging handle is non-reciprocating). The bolt release is a button on the bottom of the receiver behind the magazine assembly. There is a cross-bar safety at the front of the trigger guard. The walnut stock and forend and buttplate show some use but are in great condition. Chambered for 2 1/2" shells. Please see photos. C&R