Webley Mark III revolver. The stock has twin chequered plaques which are applied to either side of the butt to form a grip. It has a solid frame, all steel, made in one with the barrel. Double action centrefire - the squeezing of the trigger moves the hammer back and rotates the cylinder, which has six chambers. The hammer has a spur with a knurled tip and the action may be cocked by this means. The barrel is rifled with a blade foresight and notch rearsight. The calibre is 0.38in. Inscribed on the revolver are the initials: 'R.M.S.P.Co' (Royal Mail Steamship Company) and the serial number '19433'. The inscription indicates that this revolver was owned by an officer employed by the Royal Mail Steamship Company.