Welrod Mk II

Inter-Services Research Bureau (SOE Station IX) · Pistol · Out Of Production · 1943

Weight (empty)1090 g (38.4 oz)
Overall Length310 mm (12.20")
Barrel Length95 mm (3.74")
Height120 mm (4.72")
Width32 mm (1.26")
Magazine Capacity6 rounds
Action TypeBolt Action
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity228 m/s (748 fps)
Muzzle Energy120 J (89 ft·lbf)
Effective Range8 m (9 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: .32 ACP

The Welrod Mk II is a British manually-operated, magazine-fed, bolt-action pistol featuring an integral suppressor, designed during World War II by Major Hugh Reeves and the clandestine-weapons team at Station IX (Inter-Services Research Bureau) in Welwyn, Hertfordshire — the town that gave the weapon the first half of its portmanteau name. Chambered in .32 ACP (7.65x17mm Browning SR) and fed from a 6-round detachable box magazine that also serves as the pistol grip, the Welrod was purpose-built...

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Designer: Major Hugh Reeves (SOE Station IX / Inter-Services Research Bureau)