SMITH&WESSON Revolver Model 44, M1915, .455Webley WKI US Army + UK, Model 1 -Triplelock #73

The arms dealer WH e.K. offers:SMITH&WESSON Revolver Model 44,  M1915, .455Webley WKI US Army + UK,  Model 1 -Triplelock  When Britain entered World War I and dragged Canada into it, there was, as usual, a glaring shortage of weapons in the British armed forces. At that time, the United States was a giant in firearms production, which is why Britain turned to various American gun manufacturers. Initially to Smith & Wesson for revolvers. As early as 1887, the British military cartridge for hand firearms was the .455 Webley. With the outbreak of war in 1914, black powder in the 0.76-inch long case was replaced by smokeless powder. The bullet weighed a hefty 265 grains, had an unusual conical round-nose shape, and a muzzle velocity of only 580 fps. This was the Mark-II cartridge.  Model 1In 1907, Smith & Wesson launched its first large-frame revolver with a swing-out cylinder. It was initially named "New Century," but collectors today refer to it as the "Hand Ejector, 1st Model." Most industry journalists call it the "Triplelock." Originally, it was available in .44 Smith & Wesson Special caliber, but before this caliber was discontinued around 1915, it was also available in .45 Colt, .44-40, and .38-40 calibers. To cater to the British market, S&W engineers were able to easily convert the "Triplelocks" to .455 Webley caliber. Although the British purchased nearly 5,500 S&W .455s, they were not entirely satisfied. The housing of the ejector rod of the Triplelock system was protected on the right side by a cover. Additionally, there was a lock between the cylinder crane and the frame, which earned the system its unusual nickname.Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson, 1852 Proffitt Springs Road, Maryville, TN 37801Importer: Waimex Jagd-Und Sportwaffen GmbH, Benno-Strauss Str. 41, 90763 Fürth ([email protected])Model:  44 (Model 1 of the Triplelock)Caliber: .455WebleyBarrel length: 6.5"half underlug (partially underlugged)Lock parts made of forged steelRamp front sight with red plastic insertCylinder capacity: 6 cartridgesDA/SA triggerFinish: Steel, blued (very heavily worn)original wooden grips with Smith&Wesson medallion, significant grip wearas far as visible, matching numbersvalid prooforiginal proof marks presentgood condition despite significant wear and usage marks, very authenticno foreign stamps* Take the opportunity to view in the store. Condition descriptions are always very objective! * All information without guarantee! Risk of life from gunshot injuryWhen handling a loaded weapon, an unintentional discharge is possible.> Only use the weapon after you have read and understood this manufacturer's manual in its entirety.> Observe the manufacturer's safety instructions when handling the weapon.> Conduct a safety check before working on the weapon. Only our terms and conditions apply, which you can view at the following link: https://www.der-waffenhaendler.de/agb/ If you have any questions about the item, please feel free to contact us!Purchase is of course only with the appropriate acquisition authorization!