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J_in_the_UK
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Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double
11/05/04 07:18 PM

>>The first thing I would do is find the name of a good gunsmith (or two) in the UK who is very experienced with repairing or building double rifles and will do a thorough check over of any you seriously intend to buy. After doing an elementary check over yourself it is very much a good idea to have a professional do it as well with a written report.

What about if I'm buying from a "quality" firm, such as Hollands or Westleys? Is it still advisable to get it independently checked or should their word be good enough that it's a good gun? Will they stand behind their sale and rectify any problems?

>>".300 Sherwood"

>>This would be quite a marginal round, wouldn't it.

Depends what you want to use it for, I supose. It's similar to .30 Carbine but was loaded with bullets slightly heavier - 140grns (and smaller .300). From my point of view it's quite a sensible round for a first double as it can be shot on all the indoor pistol ranges I use and would be handy for bunny busting or foxing at moderate ranges. Also, it can be sold on as a wall hanger over here due to it's age and chambering so has a larger market if I ever decide to get rid. It's got lots of nice features, auto-safe, lots of flip up sights, even scope bases. Also, I don't think I'm ever likely to get into the English double rifle scene at a price lower than they are asking. Here's the link to it, any thoughts would be appreciated.

http://www.westleyrichards.com/gun/used_guns_2_product.php?id=24360

J.

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What should I look for when choosing an old Double	J_in_the_UK	11/05/04 01:51 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	NitroX	11/05/04 02:58 PM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	J_in_the_UK	11/05/04 07:18 PM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	DUGABOY1	12/05/04 09:16 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	NE450No2	13/05/04 04:28 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	NitroX	12/05/04 01:27 PM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	NitroX	11/05/04 11:00 PM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	mickey	11/05/04 04:08 PM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	Rusty	11/05/04 03:54 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	Phil_in_the_UK	11/05/04 04:12 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	J_in_the_UK	11/05/04 06:15 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	Phil_in_the_UK	11/05/04 03:41 AM
Re: What should I look for when choosing an old Double	470Rigby	11/05/04 10:36 AM

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