Webley & Scott Mark III Target .22 Cal Tip Up Break Action W/ Box C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,280

WOA#: WY240318RU047

Make: Webley & Scott

Model: Mark 3

Serial#: 2625

Year of Manufacture: Early 1900s

Caliber: ,22LR

Action Type: Tilt up break action single shot.

Markings: This pistol is marked with the serial and the Webley & Scott logo and “WEBLEY & SCOTT LTD. BIRMINGHAM” on the frame. The barrel is marked, “MADE IN ENGLAND / 22 RIMFIRE LONG RIFLE / BV BP NP 22 LR”

Barrel Length: 9.7”

Sights/ Optics:  The front sight is a square post, the rear sight is an adjustable  square-notch Tangent sight that is marked out to 500.

Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: This pistol has a single piece checkered wood target grip with a swelled bottom. The checkering is very sharp and there is still the Webley sticker on the bottom of the grip. There is no notable wear or damage. Overall, the grips are in Like-New condition.

Magazine Quantity & Condition: Single shot

Type of Finish: Polished Blue/Case Color

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore.  In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition:  The pistol retains about 99% of its metal finish.  The balance of the finish shows little to no operation wear. The markings are clear. The screwheads are sharp and serviceable. There are no visible imperfections in the finish; this pistol is pristine and gorgeous. Overall, pistol is in Excellent-Like New condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards. Has magazine disconnect.

Box Paperwork and Accessories: This pistol comes with the original box and paperwork.

Our Assessment: This Webley & Scott Mk. 3 tip up target pistol is in immaculate Like-New condition with a beautiful case hardened receiver, polished blued barrel, and a pristine wood grip. This piece is a looker and with its original box it’s sure to be a great collector item. There is little to no action wear. This is a perfect piece for Webley collectors as well as rimfire target pistol collectors. Please see photos for more information, and good luck on your bid! – R.E.