This video delves into the history and technical aspects of the Webley 1913 semi-automatic pistol. It highlights William Whiting's efforts to develop a successful self-loading pistol for the British military, contrasting it with the less successful Webley 1904. While the Royal Navy adopted the 1913 and purchased a significant number during World War I, the Army showed limited interest, opting to continue with revolvers. The video also thanks Arms Heritage magazine for providing the firearms for review and promotes the "Forgotten Weapons" Patreon and merchandise.
This video focuses on the Webley 1905 pistol, an early pocket automatic designed by engineer William Whiting. It details the pistol's development from the larger, unsuccessful Model 1904 military project, highlighting the shift to the civilian market with a .32 ACP chambering. The description emphasizes the 1905 as a precursor to the more popular Model 1908 and discusses the scarcity of the earlier model, making it an interesting subject for examining design evolution and historical context within Webley's self-loading pistol lineage.
This video delves into the history and design of the Webley Model 1904, highlighting its significance as Webley's first attempt at a working automatic pistol for military service. The description details its development by William Whiting, its chambering in a special rimless .455 cartridge to overcome feeding issues with standard rimmed ammunition, and its unique short recoil mechanism with dual locking blocks. The video notes that only a small number were produced before its rejection in military trials, leading Webley to shift focus to smaller commercial models.
This YouTube video provides a book review of Gordon Bruce's 'Webley & Scott Automatic Pistols.' The reviewer highlights the book's in-depth exploration of Webley's semiautomatic pistol development, largely attributed to William Whiting. The review emphasizes that these pistols, though not widely known in the US, played a significant role in the evolution of automatic pistols. It details Whiting's efforts to create a reliable military semiautomatic, especially one using a rimmed revolver cartridge, and mentions his success in securing a prestigious Royal Navy contract, albeit one that was impacted by WWI.
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