C1885 P. Webley & Son R.I.C. (Royal Irish Constabulary) No.1 New Model 6 Shot Double Action .476 Calibre Revolver & Leather Holster** EARLY UK 1990 DEACTIVATION CERTIFICATED** Sn 21385:20 None Revolver

C1885 P. Webley & Son R.I.C. (Royal Irish Constabulary) No.1 New Model 6 Shot Double Action .476 Calibre Revolver & Leather Holster**EARLY UK 1990 DEACTIVATION CERTIFICATED** Sn 21385:20 - 21385:20

Webley’s No.1 New Model RIC revolvers were advertised by the Army & Navy Stores in 1881, by October 1884 serial numbers had exceeded 60300. These revolvers differed from earlier models by having a fluted cylinder & modified extractor. Made in a variety of calibres, they were supplied to the Royal Irish Constabulary, the British Military and Foreign Armies & Police Forces throughout the World (see page 68 Figure IV/33 of Webley Revolvers By Bruce & Reinhart). This is an excellent original example of the RIC No.1, New Model revolver. It has a 4 ½” barrel and measures 10 ¼” overall with a closed military frame. It has the correct fluted cylinder. The left side of the frame is marked with ‘Webley's R.I.C No.1 .476CF’ name & model detail together with the Webley 'winged bullet' legend and struck out number '71024'. The frame is also numbered ‘1264’. The top of the frame is crisply marked 'P. Webley & Son London & Birmingham'. The metal work and finely chequered walnut grips are undamaged with even patina throughout. Deactivated to early UK specification in 1990, the pistol cocks and dry fires in both single & double action (Its side gate loading plate and ejector have been fixed in place during the deactivation process and do not move). The revolver is fitted with Military / Police lanyard ring. The pistol comes with an original period British Sam Browne type brown leather holster. Made of quality leather hide, the holster is undamaged with all stitching intact. It has a full flap cover, single retaining strap with brass stud fastener and a belt loop with brass hanging bar on the rear. There are no maker or date marks on the holster. The price includes deactivation certificate & UK delivery. Sn 21385:20

£675.00