This is an original World War 1 dated British WD Officer's MK VI .455 calibre Service Revolver. It is serial number 321540 which is stamped on the barrel & frame. The cylinder is numbered A6018. On the right side of the frame it is crisply stamped 'Webley Mark VI Patents' and dated ‘1917’. It has WD proof/ inspection marks on its frame and ‘Mark VI’ designation. The pistol has its original vulcanite grips with chequered grip panels and Lanyard ring. The underside of one grip has a small old stable chip which can only be seen on close inspection. Deactivated to UK / EU specification in 2026 the pistol’s hammer can be manually moved and pulling the trigger revolves the cylinder. The pistol breaks open for loading as it should. The cylinders have been cut but it accepts inert rounds and the rounds eject as they should when the pistol is opened. The pistol comes with 6 rounds of inert, deactivated brass cased .455 calibre ammunition. It’s original period British Officer’s Sam Browne type Webley MK VI Service Holster in which the pistol was found is excellent with all leather and stitching clean and intact. The brown leather holster has flap cover, retaining strap and brass stud fastener. The rear of the holster has a single belt loop. The price for this WW1 dated British service revolver with inert deactivated ammunition and holster includes deactivation certificate and UK delivery. Sn 23410
£975.00