Looking at the web sites of the above gunmakers I was stuck by the similarity of the actions used, which all seem to be Mauser. The Purdey and Rigby London Best seem to be quite similar. Holland & Holland seem to use Mauser F2H Mauser actions and Ritterbush, according to their website.

Westley Richards seem to be the only maker that makes a take down bolt action rifle.

Prices vary Westley Richards from 16,500 pounds with the take down feature adding another 3.5K. H&H say from 25,000 pounds. I can't find any pricing for Purdey bolt action rifles. I am not sure what the pricing is for Rigby's London Best, or if there is even have a 'starting from' price.

Has anyone has a close look at the Purdey, H&H or WR? I would be interested to read any comments.

Regards

AlanD
Sydney