Webley Mark IV Revolver

Webley Mark IV revolver. Hatched plaques are applied to both sides of the grip. The frame is solid with the barrel and is nickel plated. The cylinder is chambered for six cartridges. The hammer has a pronounced near horizontal spur. Double action. The barrel is fitted with a blade foresight. The calibre is .450/455in. Inscribed on the butt is the company name 'White Star Line' . On the frame are the numbers '324' and '450/455' along with the serial number, 120324. 5th Officer Harold Lowe testified that he fired shots to prevent men jumping onto Lifeboat 14, of which he was in charge, as it was lowered. His revolver however was a 'Browning automatic'.

Object Details

ID: ZBA0376
Collection: Weapons
Type: Revolver
Display location: Display - Voyagers
Creator: Webley
Date made: 1899-1913
Exhibition: Voyagers
People: Webley
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: 160 x 280 x 30mm