What's it worth (Commercial Webley MKIV)

cadjak

February 23, 2005 13:24

I'm thinking about auctioning a Commercial Webley MKIV; 6 inch barrel, matching numbers, 90%+ blue, .455/45C, has a single Letter "U" with an arrow in it, on the gripstrap. What is a reasonable value for this revolver?


Thanks,

0

• 

  rufe-snow

  February 23, 2005 13:46

  I don't believe your Webley was produced for commerical use. The "U with arrow" marking is the acceptance stamp for the Union of South Africa. This particular model was made and used during the Boer War in the early part of the 20th Century. The British fought this war in what is now South Africa.
  
  Given the grips don't appear to be original, my 2 cents is that it would bring between $200 & $300.
  
  

  0
• 

  cadjak

  February 23, 2005 14:31

  The frame has the "flying bullet" mark behind the Webley patent mark on the frame. That is why I believe it to be a commercial. The arrow and "U" are most likely an Australian property mark, but I'm not positive yet. I can't find any import marks on the gun anywhere. The grips probably are not original, but they sure have been on the gun for a long time. I would love to know the history of this gun.

  0

Please sign in to leave a comment.