P. Webley & Son, Birmingham
Støckel: Philip Webley, 1852 - 1897

literature: The Webley Story by William Chipchase Dowell

Webley's New Model Army Express, serial # 4471, caliber .45 Colt, six shot cylinder, 5½" octagonal shaped barrel with fixed front sight and ejector with tube-housing,  hinged gate with spring fixed on the right side, bird's head grip with checkered wooden panels. The left side of the frame shows the Webley trade mark and the caliber .45CAL. According to the Webley Story the  weapon was 1885 introduced to the government of the South African Republic, please see page 72. The model was developed as competitor to the Colt model 1878. This revolver was retailed by Cogswell & Harrison, London, 226 Strand and 142 New Bond Street. The nickel plating is probably 50% missing with little pinprick pitting, the function is fine. It comes in a green inlaid case with Cogswell & Harrison label, cleaning rod, brush and oil can. Revolver and case show some wear. It is a very rare set.    $4,000.