It is a known fact that all British firms have purchased barrels from Europe and or Pedro Arrizabalaga in Spain.

You have to also realize that H&H does more advertising than any other maker. Do to the fact that I was in the advertising business, I know that the costs are very high and someone has to pay for these costs. I am also certain that the people who do the actual work are not getting wealthy. The markup on these items are over the top and the companies are making a killing.

I have always made a profit on selling used English shotguns and or rifles. Buying at an auction is the last place to buy anything. I have watched as idiots paid a greater price for a used item than it costs new! They seem to get auction fever and ultimately pay too much.

Also, I think H&H guns are over rated. I have had Westleys and Rigbys that were far more accurate and much mre pleasant to shoot. As far as an Aston Martin goes, it like all British autos are at the bottom of the list. I drive a Porsche and have owned other German cars and can only say that " The Germans build one hell of a car"!

I do agree with you regarding the " warmth " of the old British rifles that cannot be duplicated by a new rifle in my opinion. They even smell different.

I hate to do this too you but I can't resist!

Do you know why the English drink warm beer?

Answer: Because Lucas makes refrigeration as well as auto electronics!

Cheers,

David