Object Number: W2031

Collection: Militaria

Object Name: firearm

Description: Percussion revolver (based on Webley-Bentley type)) with case. Five shot plain cylinder, each chamber marked with Birmingham proof marks. Steel octagonal barrel with bead foresight and attached pivoting loading lever. Stamped with Birmingham proof marks. Hammer nose safety. The engraved frame containing the lock mechanism, the rear part of the frame forming a support for the grips. 2-piece wooden grip, chequered, with central screw fixing. Oak case with brass escutcheon. Case with compartments and lined with green baise. Contents missing. Key present and some patches for bullets.