Webley & Scott Osprey .22

Webley Osprey Air Rifles were introduced in 1975 and manufactured by Webley & Scott at Frankley Industrial Park, Birmingham (see page 246 of Hiller's book The Collector's Guide to Air Rifles). The Osprey was produced in both standard format and as the Webley Osprey 'Super-Target' configured specifically for target and competition use. This is an excellent example of the former. It is 43 ½ “overall with a 19" barrel. It has a shrouded target fore sight, adjustable target rear sight and is side lever loading. Its metal is good throughout with all original finish having minor use related marks to the barrel and cylinder. The woodwork is excellent. The cylinder housing is stamped with .22 Calibre details, serial number which is 09679 and Webley address. The top of the cylinder is grooved for telescopic sight. Between the grooves is deeply stamped 'Webley Osprey'. The rifle cocks, loads & dry fires perfectly as it should with a strong spring 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. Sn 21266:2.