The 0.455" Webley Mk VI revolver was an improved and simplified version of the Mk V and earlier service pistols, introduced in May 1915. It saw widespread use in WW1 as the standard serice pistol. This example was manufactured by Enfield small arms as part of a production run lasting from 1921-1926. This example is date stamped 1926. The weapon was officially superceded by the 0.38" revolver in 1928, first by the Enfield No 2 Mk1 and later the Webley Mk IV, however many 0.455 revolvers continued in service until after WW2.
Marks and Stamps: (R side of frame) ENFIELD Mk (Crown) VI 1926 (Under barrel) Serial No.| Accession Number: 62 | Period of Use: 1920s into WW2 |
| Type: Revolver | War Zones: WW2 |
| Country of Origin: UK | Type Date: 1915 |
| Manufacturer: Royal Small Arms Factory , Enfield | Serial Number: A 9293 |
| Manufacture Date: 1926 | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.455" |
| Weight: 1090g | Length Overall: 286mm |
| Cyclic Rate: revolver | Length Barrel: 152mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 22690 |