(C) WEBLEY-WILKINSON MODEL 1888 .455 REVOLVER WITH INSCRIPTION TO OFFICER OF 17TH LANCERS

Nickel-plated version of this specially retailed well made and finished revolver is engraved “Wilkinson & Son, Pall Mall, London.” on top of rib, is also engraved “H. C. Noel.” on bottom flat of octagon barrel. Wilkinson "8354" serial number is on left side of flat top checkered walnut grip. Pistol comes in leather case embossed “H. C. Noel 17th Lancers” on lid. Case is lined with scarlet cloth with Wilkinson label and contains 8 Wilkinson marked cartridges and 2 Dominion cartridges in walnut block. Also included are a Hawksley small round pewter oil bottle, woven lanyard, unmarked ebony turnscrew, ebony and rosewood cleaning rod. A covered compartment with ivory knob contains key. According to research by Capt. J. M. Holtby of Queens Royal Lancers which once accompanied this lot (now no longer present), Mr. H. C. Noel served as an officer in the 17th Lancers from 1889 to 1897. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all of its original nickel plate, having some minor scratches from use of screw driver on left side of action and minor flaking. Grip retains nearly all of its original oil finish, with grain slightly raised. Bore is excellent. Action is crisp when worked while not engaging the cylinder. Cylinder is gummy and only rotates with a heavy hand. Case leather has some discoloration, and a number of scuffs, especially at corners. Handle is good, straps fair (one missing tip). Interior cloth is fine with some minor insect damage and rubs from contact with gun. Label is very good with some discoloration from verdigris and oil. Other accessories are fine.

Name

Value

Accessories

Case, including 10 rounds of ammo

Barrel Length

5 - 5/8"

Caliber/Bore

.455 Eley

FFL Status

Curio & Relic

Manufacturer

Webley Wilkinson