Valtro was founded in 1988 in Brescia, Italy, a region with a centuries-long tradition of firearms manufacturing. The company produces high-quality 1911-style pistols and combat shotguns. Valtro firearms have been adopted by Italian law enforcement and military units, and their 1911s are known for excellent Italian craftsmanship.
Looking for a Valtro handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every Valtro model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 1 Valtro models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
Valtro offers 1 caliber on the California roster, with .45 ACP being the most common (1 models). MSRP is $999.
Yes — any Valtro model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.