*◊ RARE MODEL 1901 PROTOTYPE III WEBLEY-FOSBERY SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER.

SN 22. Cal. 455. Blue finish with 6″ flat sided ribbed bbl, integral front sight and fixed rear sight in the thumb latch. Top of rib is stamped “LYON & LYON CALCUTTA”. Cyl has the rare rear short flutes and the Fosbery Zig-Zags on outer diameter. Front slots in the Zig-Zag are extremely deep. Left side of top strap has the usual “WEBLEY FOSBERY AUTOMATIC” marking. Left side of frame has the prototype swinging hook safety that when placed in the up position prevents the revolver from being cocked. Slide must be partially retracted to engage this safety, which then holds it in that position until released or pressure is applied rearward on slide. Left side of frame is marked “455 CORDITE” and has the Webley winged bullet over “W&S” logo. Mounted with checkered 2-pc walnut grips, matching numbered to this revolver. Right side of frame is marked with the SN which is also found on some small visible parts. Buttstrap has a factory Lanyard swivel. The number of these prototype revolvers in existence is unknown but all with the hook-lever safety have low two digit serial numbers and undoubtedly they are extremely rare. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Fine, all matching, no additional disassembly was effected to check for matching numbers. Overall retains traces of orig blue in sheltered areas, being mostly a blue gray patina. Grips are sound, showing moderate to heavy wear with a hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with good shine and light frosty pitting. 4-52495 JR208 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 1334

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1334	$17,250.00	◊ RARE MODEL 1901 PROTOTYPE III WEBLEY-FOSBERY SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER. SN 22. Cal. 455. Blue finish with 6″ flat sided ribbed bbl, integral front sight and fixed rear sight in the thumb latch. Top of rib is stamped “LYON & LYON CALCUTTA”. Cyl has the rare rear short flutes and the Fosbery Zig-Zags on outer diameter. Front slots in the Zig-Zag are extremely deep. Left side of top strap has the usual “WEBLEY FOSBERY AUTOMATIC” marking. Left side of frame has the prototype swinging hook safety that when placed in the up position prevents the revolver from being cocked. Slide must be partially retracted to engage this safety, which then holds it in that position until released or pressure is applied rearward on slide. Left side of frame is marked “455 CORDITE” and has the Webley winged bullet over “W&S” logo. Mounted with checkered 2-pc walnut grips, matching numbered to this revolver. Right side of frame is marked with the SN which is also found on some small visible parts. Buttstrap has a factory Lanyard swivel. The number of these prototype revolvers in existence is unknown but all with the hook-lever safety have low two digit serial numbers and undoubtedly they are extremely rare. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Fine, all matching, no additional disassembly was effected to check for matching numbers. Overall retains traces of orig blue in sheltered areas, being mostly a blue gray patina. Grips are sound, showing moderate to heavy wear with a hand worn patina. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with good shine and light frosty pitting. 4-52495 JR208 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 1334 Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note:* All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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*◊ RARE MODEL 1901 PROTOTYPE III WEBLEY-FOSBERY SEMI-AUTO REVOLVER.