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I would like to hear people's recommendation for a gunsmith to perform a relining job on a single shot Holland and Holland express rifle. I am having a correct liner made to restore the rifle to original caliber, but need a gunsmith to install it.

This is my first relining project and would like to know what I should look for in a gunsmith. For example, is it preferable to find a gunsmith who will tig weld the liner at the muzzle and breech? I am more interested in quality than a quick turnaround.

Try John Taylor, he lines quite a few rifles and has a special set up with flood coolant. Typically welding is something to avoid in a line job. The joint can be made invisible or nearly so without welding. I really do not enjoy the job and try to avoid it. Best of luck on your project.
Steve

John Taylor is an excellent gunsmith and a friendly guy to work with. I have used him in the past with complete satisfaction and would not hesitate to go to him again.

Sounds like John is the go to man. Thanks for the info everyone.