Videos tagged with Model 1901

This video details the variations of the .455 Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver, focusing on the Model 1901 and 1903. Key differences include cylinder fluting, barrel lengths, and internal spring mechanisms, with the 1903 model featuring a V-spring to address reliability issues found during British military trials. Late production models introduced a short frame for the .455 MkII cartridge and altered rifling.

The Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver, developed by George Fosbery, uniquely used recoil to cycle its action, cocking the hammer and rotating the cylinder. Initially prototyped on a Colt 1873, it was refined by Webley using their stronger break-action design. While impressive for target shooters due to its accuracy and rapid-fire potential, it was ultimately overshadowed by more efficient semi-automatic pistols.