C1977 Webley Hawk MkIII .22 Air Rifle. 21266:8. C1977 Webley Hawk MkIII .22 Air Rifle. 21266:8. .22 Air Rifles

The Mark III was introduced by Webley in April 1977, and was the third model produced. The Hawk was produced from the middle of 1971 to the end of 1979, although new rifles were still available after this date. Advertised with a thickened and strengthened stock, in improved loading lever design and a trigger adjustable down to 3lb, whilst retaining full sear engagement. The overall length is 41”. The foresight is sleeved over the barrel and the rear sight is adjustable for height and windage. It has a stock made from beech stained in a dark walnut and a hard rubber butt pad. Webley Hawk MKIII is inscribed between the telescopic sight grooves. See pages 111-113 of Chris Thrale Webley Air Rifles 1925-2005. The woodwork is very nice with only minor signs of use near the cheek piece. The serial number-559371 is clearly stamped to the underside of the mechanism. The metalwork is showing signs of age related wear on the cylinder, barrel and trigger guard. The rifle cocks, loads and fires with a nice tight action. The price includes UK delivery. NB As a post 1939 Air weapon the restrictions of the Crime Reduction Act apply to the sale & delivery of this item. 21266:8.