The WIKE marking is occasionally encountered on Italian replica firearms, including A. Uberti products. Current evidence suggests that WIKE acted as a German importer or distributor during the 1970s and 1980s. Contemporary company records or catalogues have not yet been identified, and further research is ongoing.
WIKE import marking on an A. Uberti Model 1875 Army revolver. The revolver can be clearly identified as an Uberti product by the characteristic factory trademark. Italian Gardone proof marks and nitro proofs are present, but the production year has not yet been determined. The WIKE marking confirms distribution through a German importer or dealer
