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Webley Mark II revolver Long Caption: Twin hard rubber plaques are applied to either side of the butt to form a grip. A lanyard ring is fitted to the base of the butt. Solid frame made in one with the barrel. Double action with a six chambered cylinder and manual or automatic cocking. The action breaks at the rear of the cylinder to provide loading and ejection. The barrel is fitted with a pronounced foresight. The calibre is 0.455in. A naval broad arrow and serial number '57316' are inscribed on this object. With brown leather holster. Credit line: © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London Object: AAA3120 Artist: Webley & Scott Revolver & Small Arms Co. Date: 1894 Medium: leather; rubber; wood Size: 140 mm x 250 mm x 40 mm Click here to buy a bespoke print of this image.