5079 - A Webley & Scott No. 1 Mark "I" flare gun

A Webley & Scott No. 1 Mark "I" flare gun Cal. 40 mm x 46, No. 21946, matching serial numbers. The barrel is slightly soiled but not pitted; length 10" (approx. 25 cm). Small dent at the muzzle. British proof marks and broad arrow approvals. The chamber is inscribed on the left with "1917 / Webley & Scott Ltd No. 1 Mark "I" / Birmingham & London." The model designation is repeated above the trigger guard on the left. SA/DA. Original finish almost completely preserved. Trigger guard. Grip panels and buttstock are missing. The first signal pistol designed by Webley & Scott and constructed entirely of steel is based on components from the Mk VI revolver. Due to its size and weight, the design did not prove successful. A total of approximately 27,000 were manufactured by 1918. Rare! WBK: Attention—For this gun, we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if required in your country) or through your firearms dealer—more info here Condition: I–II