Webley Mk IV
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Is yours marked SPP? That would make it a Singapore Police issue, which were built with the safety included.
http://www.enfield-rifles.com/forum...ebley-mkiv-38-singapore-police-force-revolver
http://www.enfield-rifles.com/forum...ebley-mkiv-38-singapore-police-force-revolver
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Pick up a copy of Gordon Bruce and Christian Reinhart's book, Webley Revolvers. On page 173 is the text for Figure V/137 (found on page 174):
"Webley Mark IV .38 revolver with 5" barrel. When this type of frame was fitted with larger stockplates the weapon became an 'Overhand Pocket Model'. Safety bar at rear of frame, above stock, was introduced in 1954 to replace the sliding bar type."
"Webley Mark IV .38 revolver with 5" barrel. When this type of frame was fitted with larger stockplates the weapon became an 'Overhand Pocket Model'. Safety bar at rear of frame, above stock, was introduced in 1954 to replace the sliding bar type."
Deaf Smith
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I have a little one!
Made in '53 and imported before they started stamping import marks on them.
Fine little gun, if underpowered.
Deaf
Made in '53 and imported before they started stamping import marks on them.
Fine little gun, if underpowered.
Deaf
Well that explains it. I have a 1955 model that appears to have been in storage since it was new. I suppose that I'm so used to S&W model 10s and 15s I assumed that the safety was a modification of some kind for importation. Well, once again I have learned something new.
Thank you all.
I have one made in 1950 with the darn safety. I don't really mind it but it has to be engaged or the weapon won't open for reloading. Seems simple enough to remove. The pin and spring are held in place by a set screw located at the top of the frame on the left side. Once removed, the safety simply slides out. Leaves you with a dumb hole in the frame so I recommend it be left alone.
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