Shortly after the development of the Scout Experimental 5 the improved SE5A was introduced.  When it entered the war in 1917, it was superior to all its German opponents. Many pilots preferred it to the Sopwith Camel.  It was easier to fly, it performed better at high altitude and its inline engine produced less noise.  It was also faster than the Camel, allowing a pilot to break off combat at will.  In the hands of airmen like Edward Mannock, the SE5A developed a reputation as a formidable fighter.  With 54 victories, South African Anthony Beauchamp Proctor downed more enemy aircraft with this plane than any other ace.

This prop, although marked for the SE5, is from the later SE5A.  Both types were referred to as ‘SE5’ during WW1.  The drg number T28137 identifies it as one of the standard props used on the aircraft in the first part of 1918.  

It is a flown example in restored condition and was made by Davis, Bennett & Co.  The drawing number indicates that it was fitted to a 200hp Hispano Suiza engine.