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ENGLISH P. WEBLEY & SONS PRYSE REVOLVER

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:225.00 USD Estimated At:NA
ENGLISH P. WEBLEY & SONS PRYSE REVOLVER
ANTIQUE/PRE 98
Make: Webley Pryse
Serial # - Firearms: D16865
Caliber: .45 CF
Barrel Length: 5.5
Low Estimate: 1200
High Estimate: 1800
Briton Charles Pryse designed and patented this top-break, auto-ejection system in England, which was adapted by many European gunmakers.  This revolver is marked "Joint Patent/Stanton & Co." at left frame, has Birmingham proofs, the name of retailer "T.W. Watson 4 Pall Mall London" at top rib, but no maker's name.  It is of fine quality, with unique twin pinch-levers to release the barrel, and remains in fine condition retaining 25% glossy blue finish, especially to the frame and cylinder.  Sharp edges and factory markings.  One-piece checkered walnut grips show light wear/compression marks, have lanyard at butt.  Double-action is crisp, bore is bright showing scattered oxidation and fine rifling. (Antique/Pre 98)