WW2 Canadian British Webley And Scott No.2 Mk.I Smoke Grenade Launcher Pistol 1940

These pistols were modified from the Webley & Scott No.1 Mark I flare guns just prior to WW2. These were designed for use on light armored vehicles and slid into a housing. The number of these pistols as modified were relatively small. It has been reported that approximately 200 to 250 were assembled. Original date of 1918 on the left side of the barrel. 1940 conversion date on the cup. Matching numbers. 'M' marked on the bottom of the left grip. All steel construction with a total barrel length of 6 inches with a 3 inch shroud over the action of the pistol. Bore of the flare is 1.5 inches with a 2.75 inch opening for the M5 smoke grenade and M36 Mills. Stamped to the left side of the barrel, 'Webley and Scott Ltd., No.2 Mk.I*' with proof marks below and dated 1918. Marked 'No.2 Mk.I*' to the lower side of the action above the trigger. Outer barrel lugs are stamped with a British Broadarrow and proof mark to the lower. 2 piece checker hard rubber grips with lanyard ring below being in excellent condition. Functioning in both single and double action. Mechanically excellent. In refinished condition. SKU: 62985  NO  PAL REQUIRED. CANADIAN SALES ONLY.