Smith & Wesson Mk11 HE 'English Service' Revolver

Accession Number REL/02740
Collection type Technology
Object type Firearm
Maker Smith & Wesson
Place made United States of America
Date made c 1917
Description

Smith & Wesson Mk11 Hand Ejector, English Service Revolver. Solid frame that has a sliding latch on the left side to release the cylinder sideways. The barrel is marked on the top with the manufacturers name, address and patent dates between 1901 to 1906. The left side is stamped SMITH & WESSON .455. The frame is stamped with the S&W trade mark on the right. The grips are chequered wood and have a gilt 12 mm disc in the top section marked S&W. Overall bad rust pitting to the steel.

History / Summary

Unknown.