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. This particular Webley-Fosbery is a scarce target model, with a long 7 1/2 inch barrel, Patridge blade front sight and drift adjustable raised notch rear sight. Matching numbers on the barrel and frame, and "WEBLEY-FOSBERY" on the left side of the top strap. 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. Provenance: The Clive Cussler Collection

Very fine, with 98% of the refinished high polish blue finish, showing some minor handling marks overall. A few minor chips are present at the upper corners of the grips, which are otherwise very good with a few light scratches. Mechanically excellent.