1889 Webley WG .455 Revolver

[KevinMichael]

For your consideration: a 100+ year old British revolver. This piece has been sitting in my safe for 2 years after I inherited it and I realized it needs to go to someone who will appreciate it. Mechanically it appears to be excellent; locks up tight. Dry-firing, everything feels and sounds good. The cylinder is uncut (cutting these was common) and the seriel number #2399, matches the frame. Cosmetically....good for its age! However, there are a couple things of note: The grips have pieces missing. Your options are to get them repaired, find an intelligent person with a 3-D printer, or leave as is. The nickel is decent but with several spots of wear and pitting. The barrel crown shows considerable wear. I tried to document the deficiencies in the photos. The bore looks pretty good. Although this is legally an antique and could be mailed, I doubt anyone would buy this sight-unseen. I will drive about 60 miles to meet someone for the sale. $1100.00

 

Edited July 30, 2022 by KevinMichael
poor photo, grammar

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[Kimber451911]

Very cool and historic piece! 

[19_A_CPT]

Very Nice Piece!

 

[Rasputin]

What a beautiful firearm. This was possibly carried in the Boer War or any of the other seething conflicts of the British Empire of the time. If anyone else is interested, this page has some historical details:

https://lsbauctions.com/4181/rare-webley-scott-w-g-model-of-1889-blue-6-double-action-revolver-mfd-1890-1891-antique/
 

Apologies for being off topic and GLWS

[KevinMichael]

Rasputin, on the contrary, appreciate the additional info.

[KevinMichael]

It's payday...time to purchase a fantastic piece of history!

[Novfish]

Please send me a PM if it is still available. Thank you.

[KevinMichael]

Am willing to consider trades; Colts, particularly 1911s, An AK-47 (but that may require additional cash), mini 14. Open-minded, will consider any offer of trade

[KevinMichael]

bumpity bump bump

[KevinMichael]

Price drop, now asking $1000

[Estevan]

Were you ever able to sell this revolver? I would be interested on the off chance you still have it and are looking to sell.