WALKER, MICKEY SIGNED PHOTO

HISTORY: Mickey "The Toy Bulldog" Walker won the World Welterweight Title on November 1, 1922 defeating Jack Britton in 15 rounds. He successfully defended the title six times before losing it to Pete Latzo on May 20, 1926. He won the World Middleweight Title on December 3, 1926 defeating Tiger Flowers in 10 rounds. He successfully defended that title three times. Posted a career mark of 115-21-4 with 22 no decisions and 1 no contest. In addition to Britton and Flowers he posted career victories over Maxie Rosenbloom, Ace Hudkins, Paul Berlenbach, Mike McTigue, Dave Shade, and Lew Tendler. Presented here is a signed and inscribed photo of Walker.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a photograph of Mickey Walker in period suit. Signed in ink, "To My Pal Vince Mickey Walker." Bold, clear image. Some of the signature goes into the dark area of photo. Crease in upper left corner. Minor edge wear. 8" x 10." From the collection of boxer Vince Handley who dated the signature on back 5/3/62.