WWII British Revolver Pair Webley Mk VI .45 ACP & Enfield No. 2 Mk 1* C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,501.00
LSB#:
LSB260613WT003
LSB260613WT004
Make:
WT003: Webley & Scott Ltd.
WT004: Enfield
Model:
WT003: Mark VI
WT004: No. 2 Mk1*
Serial Number:
WT003: 382032
WT004: G2906
Year of Manufacture:
WT003: 1918 / C&R
WT004: 1939 / C&R
Caliber:
WT003: Originally chambered in .455 Webley. The rear face of the cylinder has been shaved to allow the use of .45 ACP cartridges with moon clips.
WT004: .38/200
Action Type:
WT003: Double-Action/Single-Action Top-Break Revolver with Automatic Ejector and Six-Shot Fluted Cylinder
WT004: Double-Action Only, Bobbed Hammer Top-Break Revolver with Automatic Ejector and Six-Shot Fluted Cylinder
Markings:
WT003: The left side of the barrel flat is marked with a proof mark, “6” / “.455″ .760″” / “TONS”. The top strap is marked “.18, proof marks, and “MARK VI””. The left side of the frame is marked with proof marks, “WEBLEY” / “MARK VI” / “PATENTS” / “1918” / “ENGLAND”. The left front trigger bow is marked with a proof mark. The left side of the hammer is marked with a broad arrow. Behind each flute on the cylinder is marked with proof marks. The front of the barrel flat, rear edge of the cylinder, and bottom of the frame is marked with the serial number.
WT004: The left side of the front sight is marked with a proof mark. The right side of the barrel flat and frame are marked with proof marks. The right side of the frame is marked “ENFIELD” / “No 2 Mk1*” / “1939” around a crown. The bottom of the barrel is marked “ENGLAND GSAO MAHN. BCH. CA.”. The front of the barrel flat and bottom of the frame is marked with the serial number. The rear face of the cylinder is marked with proof marks and a broad arrow. The top break latch is marked with a broad arrow. Behind each flute on the cylinder is marked with a proof mark, and the serial number along the rear edge. The right grip panel escutcheon is marked “RSM” and a broad arrow.
Barrel Length:
WT003: 6”, Solid Rib
WT004: 5″, Solid Rib
Sights / Optics:
WT003: The front sight is a blade pinned to a rise in the barrel rib. The rear sight is a V-notch in the barrel latch assembly.
WT004: The front sight is blade pinned to a rise in the barrel rib. The rear sight is a square notch in the top of the barrel latch assembly.
Stock Configuration & Condition:
WT003: The grips are two-piece checkered black Hard rubber panels with smooth edges. There are scattered handling scratches and compression marks. There is obvious handling wear. The checkering is no longer sharp on the right panel. The peaks have smoothed. There are no cracks. There is a chip out of the bottom of the right panel. Overall, the grips rate in about Fair condition.
WT004: The grips are two-piece serrated hardwood panels with a large brass escutcheon. There is scattered handling wear and scratches. The top of the left grip has been cut to allow easier access to the latch release. The serrations are defined. There are minor chips throughout. There are no cracks. Overall, the grips are in a Good condition.
Type of Finish:
WT003: Blued
WT004: Blued
Finish Originality:
WT003: Original. The rear face of the cylinder has been permanently machined for the use of .45 ACP ammunition with moon clips.
WT004: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are bright. The rifling is sharp in both. There is minor erosion in the bores. In this writer’s opinion, the bores rate about 6.5/10.
Overall Condition:
WT003: This revolver retains about 30% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows moderate to heavy service and handling wear. There is thinning, finish loss, scattered oxidation, freckling, scratches, scuffs, and areas of gray and brown patina throughout. The barrel, cylinder, and grip frame show extensive finish loss, while protected portions of the frame retain stronger bluing. The rear face of the cylinder shows machining from its alteration for .45 ACP ammunition. The screw heads show moderate tooling but retain serviceable slots. The markings range from sharp to moderately worn but remain legible. Overall, this revolver rates in about Good condition.
WT004: This revolver retains about 90% of its original finish. There are scattered handling scratches, scuffs, and compression dings. There is finish loss along the edges of the barrel, frame, and cylinder. The action shows operational wear, and there is a turn line on the cylinder. The screw heads range from sharp to lightly tooled. The markings remain legible. Overall, this revolver rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics:
WT003: The action functions correctly. The hammer cocks in single action, the trigger operates in double action, the cylinder indexes and locks, and the automatic ejector operates when the action is opened. We did not fire this revolver. The cylinder has been shaved for use with .45 ACP ammunition and moon clips. The ammunition, moon-clip configuration, headspace, timing, and safety of the conversion should be verified by a qualified gunsmith before firing. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
WT004: The action functions correctly. The hammer cocks in single action, the trigger operates in double action, and the automatic ejector operates when the action is opened. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. This revolver also has a bobbed hammer.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories:
WT003: 15 moon clips, canvas holster, paperwork, lanyard, and a cleaning rod.
WT004: Canvas holster and paperwork. Both revolvers come in 1x hard plastic case.
Our Assessment: The Webley Mk VI and Enfield No. 2 Mk I* together illustrate the evolution of the British service revolver across the two World Wars. Adopted in 1915, the large-frame .455 Webley Mk VI became the definitive British revolver of the First World War, with its rugged top-break action, automatic extraction, and imposing 6″ barrel serving throughout the trenches and remaining in British inventories well into World War II. The Enfield No. 2 represented the succeeding generation of British service sidearms, replacing the large .455 cartridge with the lighter .38/200 service round and a more compact revolver. The Mk I* variation introduced a spurless hammer and double-action-only mechanism suited to rapid close-range use. Together, this pair provides an excellent physical comparison between Britain’s First and Second World War service-revolver philosophies.
The 1918 Webley is the more heavily service-worn revolver of the pair, retaining approximately 30% of its original blue finish with extensive thinning, patina, oxidation, scratches, and other evidence of prolonged use. Its shaved cylinder is a significant post-service alteration that reduces originality, though the revolver remains mechanically functional and is accompanied by moon clips, a holster, lanyard, cleaning rod, and paperwork. The 1939 Enfield is considerably better preserved, retaining approximately 90% of its original finish with comparatively modest edge wear, handling marks, and operational evidence. Its hardwood stocks show service wear and modification but remain serviceable, while the matching numbered components and military markings add considerable interest. Both bores retain sharp rifling despite minor erosion, and both automatic ejectors function correctly. As a pair, these revolvers present a compelling display of British military handgun development spanning the two World Wars. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids! -MY