that is splendid piece with solid name behind it. purdey is tricky name too. we have board member named homelessjoe who used to talk about PURDY all the time. when i went to get some dessicant for my walkin closets at local homedepot paint department i was shocked to find out that purdy brushes were not made in london england! while on my way to the beretta gallery i also seen purdy optical shop on lexington ave in nyc. dang it, there are too many purdys out there! i would say holland & holland is safest bet.