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Lot 1348:Serial Number 1 Webley Bulldog Style Double Action Revolver

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Lot 1348:Serial Number 1 Webley Bulldog Style Double Action Revolver

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$900 - $1,500

Serial Number 1 Webley Bulldog Style Double Action Revolver Featured in "Guns of the NRA National Sporting Arms Museum"

This revolver is featured in "Guns of the NRA National Sporting Arms Museum" on page 201 where the "significance of the serial number is unknown" is noted. The barrel, arbor pin, cylinder, frame, loading gate, and grips have "1." The back of the cylinder has "450." The only other markings are Birmingham proofs on the barrel and cylinder. The barrel has a brass blade front sight, and the top strop has a groove rear sight. Includes a Supica collection tag and "LOAN/to/NRA" tag. Provenance: The Supica Collection

ConditionVery fine with 85% plus bright original high polish blue finish, some minor flaking mainly on the back strap, gray and brown patina on the flaked areas, and minor handling and storage marks. The grips are also very fine and have crisp checkering and minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerEnglish

ModelDouble Action

TypeRevolver

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge450

Barrel2 3/8 inch flat top round

Finishblue

Gripwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL