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I was doing research on the new India Nidar revolver being produced at the Ishapore Rifle Factory, when I came across this striking image of mostly .455 revolvers from a locker in some Indian government facility. The person who took the picture had access to the stocks of firearms for legitimate purposes, and did nothing illegal.  They answered a question on an India firearms forum.  I found the answer to be intriguing. From indiansforguns.com: As regards other revolvers, there are enormous stocks of the old .455s which was the standard before the .380/200. They are more or less retired...

The Nirbheek is a six shot .32 that weighs only 500 grams (18 ounces).   The frame is made of titanium, though it is not clear if the barrel or other parts are made of steel.  The design derivations from Webley are clear.  As seen in some Webley civilian versions, it appears to have a square push cross bolt safety located just above the grips. Here is the anouncement from the Field Gun Factory, Kanpar, where the gun is produced by the Indian government.  It is proclaimed as the "Indian Ordinance Factories valuable contribution to women's security".   A top break...