The Welrod pistol was designed specifically for clandestine operations, assassinations, and silent sentry removal. Developed by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE), the Welrod was manufactured in two calibers — .32 and 9mm. The weapon has a bolt action which allows the feeding of five cartridges from the magazine in the grip. It's 12 inches long and holds 8 rounds. The silencer totally encases the barrel, and the grip unit can be easily removed for carrying and concealment. It’s so quiet, in fact, that it has been described as being no louder than the snapping of a finger. The beauty of the Welrod was that it was able to eliminate a target without alerting nearby enemies. The range is approximately 25 yards in daylight and 7-8 yards at night. Produced by Birmingham Small Arms in England, the exact number manufactured is unknown, but it's believed to be approximately 2,800 pistols. Welrod pistols still exist today, though they are rare and mostly found in military museums, government archives, or private collections rather than general circulation.
