First-off, I cast a weary eye to the men, who go after the London trade with such intensity.
Boxlock, or best gun - are we on the same page?
We know that the most famous Birmingham maker of all, Westley Richards, had what few best Sle guns made for them by AA Brown.
So, the most famous of all, could not complete their best Sle gun.
It is also known that raw stock from B'ham was finished in London for their guns. Now, as to complete guns?
Maybe their 2nd and 3rd quality came whole from B'ham without the London craftsmen touching them.
I think your selling the men who knew best guns, shot the estates and had the money somewhat short.
Last edited by Lowell Glenthorne; 03/02/07 07:25 AM.
