All numbers matching 1917 .455 Webley missing something

[Hammerhead2112]

Is the front sight soldered on? I thought it might have been milled into the barrel and had a slot for the post since that was replaceable. If so, any idea where I might procure one? If that is all that is required to get this gun looking how it should that makes my day. I was mostly interested in the fact that the cylinder was not cut.

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[jmoore]

I thought it might have been milled into the barrel and had a slot for the post since that was replaceable.

Your assessment is correct. But with a refinish involved, you should be able to rectify the situation with only the most minor of lingering visual clues. But the expense may not be minor...

[Hammerhead2112]

Ok, so how do I accomplish the addition of the front sight? Do I have several options and what would be the preferred method? How can I achieve an original finish after I get rid of the bubba blueing job?

Thanks again for all the help