Hello,

I own a Searcy PH in 500NE and couldn't be happier with the gun. I buy guns to shoot so the fact that the gun is more or less custom stocked to me is a big plus at Butchs price. The wood is not quite exhibition quality but very close. There are some little cosmetic things that aren't perfect, but as I said I bought the gun to use. Even then the piece is VERY good looking and an impressive tool to handle.

Is it a high end Britsh or German double? No, of course not and it feels different than they do. But I'll bet it's a whole lot stronger. And being stocked to me it comes up like a fine shotgun and the target is lined up perfectly in the sight pattern. I think inside 20 yards (or so) I wouldn't even need the sights the gun comes up so good.

Butch is a great guy to do business with (and to know) and stands 100% behind his product. Will the gun apperciate like a old Brit? probably not, but I'd bet if it's kept in good shape that it won't loose any value and would think it will go up at a rate better than inflation. That is assuming the gun is held onto for 3 to 5 years. Turning it around in like 6 to 9 months will probably cost you some money.

Hope that helps.

Roi