.442 Centerfire. 2.5" barrel. SN: 24660. Blued metal finish with bright hammer and trigger mounting two piece checkered walnut birdshead grips. Double action five shot loading gate revolver with German Silver front blade and topstrap rear notch sights. Left frame struck with WELBEY'S / NO 2 / 442 CF / {Flying Bullet / W&S} marking. Topstrap is struck THE BRITISH / BULL DOG followed by T. BLAND & SONS. retailer mark to the topstrap. Birmingham firing proofs to major parts. Serial numbers match on frame and cylinder. {ANTIQUE}

WARNING: A hole has been drilled through the frame and barrel forward of the chamber, rendering the revolver unsafe to attempt to shoot.

Fair. Bore is dirty with very strong rifling throughout and some residue. Metal finish strongest on frame and flaking on the barrel and handling surfaces. Brown patina forming within losses of blue. Bright small parts have been buffed at some point. Grips with some light dents, scratches, and scuffs. Action shows good timing.

WARNING: A hole has been drilled through the frame and barrel forward of the chamber, rendering the revolver unsafe to attempt to shoot.