455 Webley Auto Mk I ~help needed~

[jpc]

Had this barrel identified as a 455 Webley Auto Mk I.
Although there are some strong resemblances there are differences as well.
Unfortunately, all markings have been scrubbed
Length is 5"

Any thoughts and your help would be appreciated

take care

jpc


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[JaredP]

Yes, a barrel for the Webley & Scott Model 1913, an adopted military automatic pistol chambered in 455 Webley Automatic. No other pistol implements those 45 degree cuts on the breech, it is distinguishing of the W&S Autoloaders.

I have a prototype Webley & Scott 1910 which uses the same locking mechanism. However it is hammerless, doesn't have a grip safety, and is chambered in 38 ACP (.38 High Velocity).

EDIT: I see now the differences you are discussing. The angled cuts are smaller in width than typical W&S 1913, and the front sight is a secured ring. It also doesn't have the step on the top of the breech and instead implements a lug like the C96 to lock the barrel to the breech.

 

[jpc]

Thank you for the confirmation.

I did some looking around and did not find a similar barrel with this front sight style.

Interesting

take care and thanks again for your help

jpc

 

[JaredP]

Thank you for the confirmation.

I did some looking around and did not find a similar barrel with this front sight style.

Interesting

take care and thanks again for your help

jpc

I updated my post with some the differences I observed. Not as clear an example as I first observed.

It is very likely a one-off copy of the W&S 1913 or a prototype pistol. Very interesting.

 

[jpc]

Too bad she was scrubbed of her markings.........