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Lot #1469
Lot #1471

Lot 1470: Scarce Webley-Fosbery Model 1902 Automatic Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1470: Scarce Webley-Fosbery Model 1902 Automatic Revolver

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $11,000 - $14,000
Price Realized:
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Scarce Webley-Fosbery Model 1902 Automatic Revolver

Manufacturer: Webley & Scott Ltd
Model: Fosbery
Type: Revolver
Gauge: 455
Barrel: 6 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip: plastic
Stock:
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Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 239
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in limited quantity (approximately 4,000 total, all variations), the Webley-Fosbery was meant as a counter-point to the early semi-automatic pistols then emerging on the market, providing the large-bore firepower and relative mechanical simplicity of a revolver with the smooth single-action operation of an automatic. While mechanically novel, the tide of history was on the side of the semi-autos, with Browning's designs in particular able to scratch the firepower itch. Patridge blade front and notch rear sights, with matching numbers on the barrel, cylinder and frame, "WEBLEY-FOSBERY" on the left side of the top strap and a Classic Arms import mark on the underside. The left frame side plate bears the "flying bullet" trademark ahead of "455 CORDITE", with "SAFE" in raised letters on the left grip panel. Fitted with a lanyard ring.

Rating Definition:

Fine with 60% of the original blue finish. Small patches of pitting are scattered about, with bright edge/cycling wear, a mixed brown and gray patina concentrated on the grip straps, and scattered handling marks. The grips are very fine, with a few light scratches. Mechanically excellent.



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