A10ACN, why did I choose the Holland, I spoke to about 10 chaps in the trade OUTSIDE of Holland, Purdey and Westley (my only candidates) who between them have about 150 years in the business. Seven said Holland for a rifle, Purdey and westley equal second (it wasn't the same for a shotgun) The Holland has a simpler action than the Purdey so less to go wrong (not that I suppose a Purdey would). Also I twice went to Purdey and they never had a double rifle in the shop for me to look at which put me off a bit.
Delivery time was quoted at 2 years 6 months from memory so it was 5 months late. No hidden costs as I specced it exactly as I wanted it when I ordered it, side clips, skeleton butt plate, exhibition wood and Holland QD mounts were all extra costs but as I told them I wanted them at the beginning I knew the damage. The process has gone very well and I am over the moon ! best, Mike