This expert-level examination of the Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver, presented by Brownells, details its unique recoil-operated semi-automatic action, a significant innovation for its time around 1900. The review highlights its historical context as a potential military sidearm, its availability in calibers like .455 Cordite and .38 Automatic, and its popularity in competitive shooting due to its soft recoil and consistent single-action trigger.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Webley-Fosbery Automatic Revolver, a unique recoil-operated semi-automatic revolver. Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons details its inventor, George Fosbery, and its historical context, including its participation in the 1907 US pistol trials. The expert-level analysis covers its mechanical intricacies, such as the reciprocating upper assembly and frame-mounted safety, and its performance in WWI conditions.
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