Yeah,
I understand that Wm. Evans really served as a Project Manager, if you will. Having said that they are noted for "producing" very well made quality guns. This gun has swamped ribs and bushed firing pins-if I have that nomenclature correct, for example.
I also understand that a number of London firms have contracted out work from time to time. A friend who toured the Piotti factory in Italy a number of years ago reported that he saw actions that were made for H&H and Purdey. Contracting for engraving was and still is a common occurrence. If a maker has certain components outsourced it's fine with me. What's important is that the finished gun be consistent with the maker's brand promise and the buyers expectation for that brand promise. A "Best" gun should be a Best gun.
This gun is choked .010 and .021.
