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=History= | |||
*[[Webley Mk I]] - Adopted in 1887, the Original Webley '''Mk I''' was chambered for a blackpowder cartridge and had a "bird head" shaped grip. | |||
*[[Webley Mk II]] - Adopted in 1894 and almost identical to the Mk I, the '''Mk II''' had a hardened removable steel blade that was added at the back of the frame breech. Also, the hammer was strengthened and the grip was slightly rounded. | |||
*[[Webley Mk III]] - In 1897, the '''Mk III''' improved the cylinder to frame lock. It also allowed the cylinder to be removed for cleaning. | |||
*[[Webley Mk IV]] - | |||
*[[Webley Mk V]] - Adopted in 1913, the '''Mk V''' was designed to accept smokeless (cordite) ammunition. It had a larger and stronger cylinder, as well as a redesigned frame. | |||
*[[Webley Mk VI]] - The '''Mk VI''' is a version of the Webley Revolver chambered for the massive .455 round. It looks similar to the [[Webley Mk IV]] in .38 S&W, though it is noticeably larger and thicker due to the larger caliber. | |||
=Webley Mk I= | =Webley Mk I= | ||
[[Image:Webley mk1.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Webley Mk I - .455 Webley]] | [[Image:Webley mk1.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Webley Mk I - .455 Webley]] | ||
Adopted in 1887, the Original Webley was chambered for a blackpowder cartridge and had a "bird head" shaped grip. | Adopted in 1887, the Original Webley '''Mk I''' was chambered for a blackpowder cartridge and had a "bird head" shaped grip. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
(1887 - 1894) | (1887 - 1894) | ||
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=Webley Mk II= | =Webley Mk II= | ||
[[Image:Wr.jpg|thumb|right|450px|Webley Mk. II - .455 Webley]] | [[Image:Wr.jpg|thumb|right|450px|Webley Mk. II - .455 Webley]] | ||
Adopted in 1894 and almost identical to the Mk I, the Mk II had a hardened removable steel blade that was added at the back of the frame breech. Also, the hammer was strengthened and the grip was slightly rounded. | Adopted in 1894 and almost identical to the Mk I, the '''Mk II''' had a hardened removable steel blade that was added at the back of the frame breech. Also, the hammer was strengthened and the grip was slightly rounded. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
(1894 - 1897) | (1894 - 1897) | ||
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=Webley Mk III= | =Webley Mk III= | ||
[[Image:MKIII.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Webley MK III - .38 Caliber]] | [[Image:MKIII.jpg|thumb|right|400px|Webley MK III - .38 Caliber]] | ||
In 1897, the Mk III improved the cylinder to frame lock. It also allowed the cylinder to be removed for cleaning. | In 1897, the '''Mk III''' improved the cylinder to frame lock. It also allowed the cylinder to be removed for cleaning. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
(1897 - 1899) | (1897 - 1899) | ||
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=Webley Mk V= | =Webley Mk V= | ||
[[Image:Webley Mk. V.JPG|thumb|right|450px|Webley MK. V - .455 Webley]] | [[Image:Webley Mk. V.JPG|thumb|right|450px|Webley MK. V - .455 Webley]] | ||
Adopted in 1913, the Mk | Adopted in 1913, the '''Mk V''' was designed to accept smokeless (cordite) ammunition. It had a larger and stronger cylinder, as well as a redesigned frame. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
(1913 - 1915) | (1913 - 1915) | ||
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=Webley Mk VI= | =Webley Mk VI= | ||
[[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|right|400px|Webley Mk. VI - .455 Webley]] | [[Image:Webley.JPG|thumb|right|400px|Webley Mk. VI - .455 Webley]] | ||
The ''' | The '''Mk VI''' is a version of the Webley Revolver chambered for the massive .455 round. It looks similar to the [[Webley Mk IV]] in .38 S&W, though it is noticeably larger and thicker due to the larger caliber. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
Revision as of 21:04, 19 April 2012
Work In Progress This article is still under construction. It may contain factual errors. See Talk:Webley Revolvers for current discussions. Content is subject to change. |
History
- Webley Mk I - Adopted in 1887, the Original Webley Mk I was chambered for a blackpowder cartridge and had a "bird head" shaped grip.
- Webley Mk II - Adopted in 1894 and almost identical to the Mk I, the Mk II had a hardened removable steel blade that was added at the back of the frame breech. Also, the hammer was strengthened and the grip was slightly rounded.
- Webley Mk III - In 1897, the Mk III improved the cylinder to frame lock. It also allowed the cylinder to be removed for cleaning.
- Webley Mk IV -
- Webley Mk V - Adopted in 1913, the Mk V was designed to accept smokeless (cordite) ammunition. It had a larger and stronger cylinder, as well as a redesigned frame.
- Webley Mk VI - The Mk VI is a version of the Webley Revolver chambered for the massive .455 round. It looks similar to the Webley Mk IV in .38 S&W, though it is noticeably larger and thicker due to the larger caliber.
Webley Mk I
Adopted in 1887, the Original Webley Mk I was chambered for a blackpowder cartridge and had a "bird head" shaped grip.
Specifications
(1887 - 1894)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .455 Webley
- Weight: 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg)
- Length: 10.2 in (26 cm)
- Barrel length: 4 in (10.1 cm)
- Capacity: 6-round cylinder
- Fire Modes: SA/DA
The Webley Mk. I revolver can be seen in the following films, television shows and video games used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Let Him Have It | 1991 | |||
| Titanic | Ewan Stewart | First Officer William Murdoch | 1997 |
Television
| Show Title | Actor | Character | Note / Episode | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Solomon's Mines | 2004 |
Video Game
| Game Title | Appears as | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi | 2003 |
Webley Mk II
Adopted in 1894 and almost identical to the Mk I, the Mk II had a hardened removable steel blade that was added at the back of the frame breech. Also, the hammer was strengthened and the grip was slightly rounded.
Specifications
(1894 - 1897)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .455 Webley
- Weight: 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg)
- Length: 10.2 in (26 cm)
- Barrel length: 4 in (10.1 cm)
- Capacity: 6-round cylinder
- Fire Modes: SA/DA
The Webley Mk. II revolver can be seen in the following films, television shows and video games used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Man From Hong Kong | Wilton's thugs | 1975 | ||
| Game of Death | Coleen Camp | Ann Morris | 1978 |
Television
| Show Title | Actor | Character | Note / Episode | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torchwood | John Barrowman | Captain Jack Harkness | 2006 - Present |
Webley Mk III
In 1897, the Mk III improved the cylinder to frame lock. It also allowed the cylinder to be removed for cleaning.
Specifications
(1897 - 1899)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .455 Webley
- Weight: 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg)
- Length: 10.2 in (26 cm)
- Barrel length: 4 in (10.1 cm)
- Capacity: 6-round cylinder
- Fire Modes: SA/DA
The Webley Mk III can be seen in the following films used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Konga | Michael Gough | Dr. Charles Decker | 1961 | |
| Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom | Chua Kah Joo | Chen | 1984 |
Webley Mk V
Adopted in 1913, the Mk V was designed to accept smokeless (cordite) ammunition. It had a larger and stronger cylinder, as well as a redesigned frame.
Specifications
(1913 - 1915)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .455 Webley
- Weight: 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg)
- Length: 10.2 in (26 cm)
- Barrel length: 4 in (10.1 cm)
- Capacity: 6-round cylinder
- Fire Modes: SA/DA
The Webley Mk. V revolver can be seen in the following films and video games used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Night to Remember | Kenneth More | 2nd Officer Charles Lightoller | . | 1958 |
| Northwest Frontier | Kenneth More | Captain Scott | 1959 | |
| Help! | Victor Spinetti | Professor Foot | 1965 | |
| The Mummy | Tuc Watkins | Mr. Burns | 1999 | |
| Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows | Robert Downey Jr. | Sherlock Holmes | . | 2011 |
Television
| Show Title / Episode | Actor | Character | Note | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadliest Warrior | 2010 |
Webley Mk VI
The Mk VI is a version of the Webley Revolver chambered for the massive .455 round. It looks similar to the Webley Mk IV in .38 S&W, though it is noticeably larger and thicker due to the larger caliber.
Specifications
(1887–1923)
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .455 Webley
- Weight: 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
- Length: 11.25 in (28.6 cm)
- Barrel length: 6 in (11.5 cm)
- Capacity: 6-round cylinder
- Fire Modes: SA/DA
The Webley Mk. VI revolver can be seen in the following films and video games used by the following actors:
Film
| Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp | British Army officers | 1943 | ||
| The Bridge on the River Kwai | 1957 | |||
| Northwest Frontier | Kenneth More | Captain Scott | 1959 | |
| Lawrence of Arabia | Peter O'Toole | T.E. Lawrence | 1962 | |
| The Longest Day | Richard Burton | Flight Officer David Campbell | 1963 | |
| Zulu | British officers | 1964 | ||
| Zulu | Stanley Baker | Lt. John Chard | 1964 | |
| Too Late the Hero | Denholm Elliott | 1970 | ||
| Zardoz | An Exterminator | 1974 | ||
| The Godfather Part II | Robert De Niro | Vito Corleone | 1974 | |
| Zulu Dawn | British officers | 1979 | ||
| Breaker Morant | British officers | 1980 | ||
| Breaker Morant | Edward Woodward | Lt. Harry 'Breaker' Morant | 1980 | |
| Gallipoli | Bill Hunter | Major Barton | 1981 | |
| Eye of the Needle | Kate Nelligan | Lucy Rose | 1981 | |
| Biggles: Adventures in Time | 1986 | |||
| The Lighthorsemen | Australian & British Soldiers | 1987 | ||
| Bulletproof | Gary Busey | Frank McBain | 1988 | |
| Miller's Crossing | J.E. Freeman | Eddie Dane | 1990 | |
| Cyborg Cop | Police officer | 1993 | ||
| Legends of the Fall | Canadian Army officers | 1994 | ||
| The City of Lost Children | Mireille Mossé | Miss Bismuth | 1995 | |
| Devil in a Blue Dress | Don Cheadle | Mouse | 1995 | |
| Entrapment | A British gangster | 1999 | ||
| The Trench | British soldiers | 1999 | ||
| The Last Train | Steve Huison | Colin Wallis | 1999 | |
| All The King Men | Sir David Jason | Captain Frank Beck | 1999 | |
| Charlotte Gray | SOE Agents | 2001 | ||
| My Boy Jack | Daniel Radcliffe | Lieutenant Jack Kipling | 2007 | |
| Doomsday | Alexander Siddig | Prime Minister John Hatcher | 2008 | |
| Passchendaele | Canadian company commander | 2009 | ||
| Beneath Hill 60 | Australian & British soldiers | 2010 |
Television
| Show Title | Actor | Character | Note / Episode | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctor Who | Kaled Scientific Elite | 1963-1989 | ||
| Dad's Army | Arthur Lowe | Captain George Mainwaring | 1968-1977 | |
| Reilly: Ace of Spies | 1983 | |||
| The A-Team | Guerilla leader | 1983-1988 | ||
| Guns | Colm Feore | Paul Duguid | 2008 | |
| Kokoda | Brigadier General Arnold Potts | 2010 |
Video Game
| Game Title | Appears as | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Storm | "Webley-Scott" | 2003 | |
| Call of Duty 2 | "Webley" | 2005 | |
| Bioshock | "Pistol" | 2007 | |
| Dark Sector | "Hammer 1895" | 2008 | |
| Bioshock 2 | "Pistol" | 2010 |