glassparman
"OK, OK, I'm going as fast as I don't want to go!"
Yep! Waited the 10 days per commiefornia and brought it home today!
Happiness is a new Webley!
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RicinYakima
High Steppes of Eastern Washington
Yes, groove diameter of the barrel.
Has it been cut for 45 AR or still in .455 Webley?
Very nice looking! Much better than the one that lives at my brother's house.
oscarflytyer
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ok - can I say that anyone has a Webley, they kinda suck (person, NOT the gun!)... cause I don't have one? And, if it is in original 455 - they REALLY suck...?!? just say'in...
JK! VERY Nice! And WISH I had one - can you tell?
JK! VERY Nice! And WISH I had one - can you tell?
Thumbcocker
Active Member
Passed on one with the canvas holster in Louisville close to 30 years ago. Had the money and Mrs.Thumbcocker's blessing. Still kicking myself.
glassparman
"OK, OK, I'm going as fast as I don't want to go!"
Unfortunately, I believe it has been shaved on the back of the cylinder. Now that I check it out, I do not see any cartouches or markings on the back of the cylinder, which is a telltale sign. I guess I am on a quest to find some 45 auto rim brass.
Missionary
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Last I looked Starline has it. Get the 250 box and easily sell off the extras.
CZ93X62
Official forum enigma
This borders on 'Sacrilege'. 250 pieces of brass is a starter set in many quarters.
Mitty38
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It has happened. But I doubt with 250 45R.Extra brass! Ha ha! Thats funny! As if...
Now if he had my luck...
He would put it off over and over. Then just give up , order 500, bite the bullet. Then do without something else.
Then 2 weeks later, find 3000 for free, or at least dirt cheap somewhere.
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glassparman
"OK, OK, I'm going as fast as I don't want to go!"
If all y'all were closer, I'd give you free brass. I went through the canyon today and filled 1/2 a 5 gallon bucket. Mostly 9mm and 5.56
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CZ93X62
Official forum enigma
I am fond of the top-break revolver concept. The S&W Schofield system in 45 S&W should have caught on far better than it did. Webley ran with the concept and created a worthwhile series of revolvers.
I have one of the Webley-Enfield WWII-vintage revolvers in 38 S&W. An HKS speedloader for the Colt D-frame 38s fits it well. That DAO wheelgun isn't Camp Perry-capable but it is enjoyable to shoot and places the NEI #169A castings (202 grains in 92/6/2) where the sights look at 25 yards. 4" at 25 yards and centered at aim point is adequate for recreation, certainly.
Top-breaks shouldn't be stressed pressure-wise, but it is a viable system for self-defense and ease of refill if its cartridge is up to the task. That 455 Webley easily qualifies in that regard.
I have one of the Webley-Enfield WWII-vintage revolvers in 38 S&W. An HKS speedloader for the Colt D-frame 38s fits it well. That DAO wheelgun isn't Camp Perry-capable but it is enjoyable to shoot and places the NEI #169A castings (202 grains in 92/6/2) where the sights look at 25 yards. 4" at 25 yards and centered at aim point is adequate for recreation, certainly.
Top-breaks shouldn't be stressed pressure-wise, but it is a viable system for self-defense and ease of refill if its cartridge is up to the task. That 455 Webley easily qualifies in that regard.
oscarflytyer
Well-Known Member
I will gladly repurpose ANY extra 45 AR anybody has to part with!
Rick H
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I would expand on this to say no revolver/pistol should be stressed pressure-wise. Rifles too! I admit to having mellowed some as I have aged. I can't see where fighting for that last 50-150 fps. of velocity ever made a difference in any game I have hunted. I admit to liking big bore handguns but will any critter know the difference when being hit with a 45Colt 285gr. SWC at 900 fps or 1200? A 44Mag at 1100-1200 or 1500? For sure this shooter knows the difference in recoil, muzzleblast, and more than likely weapon system wear and tear.
Yep, I'm getting old.