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I'm trying to verify some information. I remember a Boothroyd story sometime ago that referred to a waterfowl gun made by Bland named The Brant. If I recall correctly the gun was made betwwen the wars, 30 inch barreled, extractor box lock, proofed for 1 1/4 oz, with 2 3/4 chambers. Can anyone verify the description or correct it? Thanks.
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Felix: Just contact these people. They will be able to help as much as anyone can: www.woodcockhill.comBest, Kensal
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I think it was Brent, but could be wrong.
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The gun was called "the Brent" and was available with 30"-32" barrels,extractors or ejectors, and usually chambered for 3" cartridges.I believe it was manufactured up until the 60's
Better to keep your mouth shut and be thought stupid,than open it and confirm.
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The Brent (as in brent goose) was a top-lever A&D boxlock. Standard spec was 30" steel barrels, choked full in both, raised, matt rib. 3" magnum chambers. Stock was semi-pistol grip, length as specified with order. Automatic safety. Forend with Anson pushrod catch. Weight 7 1/2lbs Border engraving only. It cost £74 14s 6p
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I am looking now at the 1960 Bland catalogue and it is no longer listed by then. I think that they must have changed the name to 'Bland's "Magnum" Ejector Gun' as it has the same specifications. Price then in 1960 was £98/10/00 and priced in the catalogue corrected for 1964 were £114/10/00 That's inflation for you! I have a friend who has a Brent gun in original case. They do crop up from time to time and are usually a worthwhile buy. Lagopus.....
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Thanks to those responding. Your information has helped me with the decision to buy the gun I described and to determine my offer. Apparently it is not a Brent, but is a very well built, heavy gun. The forend does not have a Deeley push rod, but rather a concealed spring loaded lever in the forend iron that works against a lug beneath the bottom barrel rib. It’s choked .008 and .012. It’s seen use, but had a caretaker along the way.
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