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Weapons in this category were identified with the appropriate title BEHEMOTH BULLDOG, the two words separated in typical fashion by the sighting groove on the top strap. Because of its unusual calibre, comparatively few of these models were manufactured. The use of much smaller calibres had gradually became more prevalent for other Bull Dog models, which could be purchased in .38, .32 or even .22 rim-fire calibre.

In Britain, revolvers of the standard Bull Dog pattern, while not marked with a specific Bull Dog title, were also being produced in small quantities by various English gun makers, including Charles Pryse, David Bentley, Thomas Bland and others, the majority of whom followed the same pattern already established by Webley. Of these individuals, it was actually the Birmingham gunmaker David Bentley who chose to add another specific Bull Dog title to his particular model.

Nickel-plated presentation model awarded to John Brewster, City of Derry Rifle Club, in 1875. Serial No. 53927. Courtesy Frank Michaels.