November 5th & 6th 2016 Premier Firearms Sale
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/5/2016
Blued barrel with flat sides and solid rib marked “MANTON & CO LONDON 7 CALCUTTA” and marked on side of lug “ENGLAND” and “.450/.455”. However it has been re-chambered and lined to .34 caliber, possibly early English wildcat cartridge specifically developed by a target shooter. Six shot fluted cylinder with proof marks behind each chamber. Left side of frame marked “WEBLEY/PATENTS” with the Webley logo. Right side of lug and frame marked with English proofs. Checkered trigger and checkered two piece walnut grips with lanyard ring on bottom of butt. Excellent, shiny bore. Excellent condition, retains about 70%-80% blue finish with some edge wear. Some scattered areas of light rust and some areas, especially the grip straps have turned to brown. Grips have wear and marring to the checkering.