Note the weight!

The stock does have a 1" wood extension before the pad, an extremely well done extension I might add. Look at the pictures and be amazed.

The weight of this gun lends itself to its 2 3/4" nitro proof. This MacNaughton is an excellent value and would be perfect for taking a vintage Scottish gun afield.

A truly lovely shotgun from one of England's most respected makers.

*Need a longer LOP? Ask us about our BEST leather covered pads. We can often get them done in two to three weeks and at a great price of $350.00.

I had wondered what was meant by a "BEST" boxlock as in our general trade a best gun is by part of the definition, a sidelock.

This gun has helped me understand what William Evans was talking about when they would advertise “BEST” boxlocks. I dissembled this gun and found inside many features found on London “BEST” sidelocks including bushed firing pins and double safety sears. Further than these features was a high degree of craftsmanship and internal finish and polishing of all internal parts. Examining the interior design and execution of the Evans "BEST" boxlock it became obvious to me they required a very high degree of skilled labor and they would cost considerably more to produce than the average Birmingham boxlock.

This example, built @ 1909, is simply a beautifully executed shotgun and a perfect example of what William Evans referred to as a “London BEST” boxlock. Typically if you can find one of these they rightfully run in a price range considerably more than the Birmingham boxlocks, usually 5-7K. This example we can offer an excellent price as I have knowledge the butt stock wrist was repaired in the past. The repair was professionally done, invisible, and may last for another 100 years but knowing this information I am compelled to list the gun at a price that if a restock was ever needed the owner would not be underwater in the gun.

Stunning engraving, balance, craftsmanship, and wood, this little beauty has much to offer its future owner.

Note the really cool long competition splinter forend (13"!!) and the heavy nitro proofed (2 3/4") 32" steel barrels.

The long length of pull should be an eye catcher for you big guys or we can shorten and even remove the whole stock extension and install a pad.

This excellent boxlock is very attractive with great dimensions, wood, and exceptionally exciting engraving.

*Note the weight, a 30" barreled gun that weighs only 6 lbs. 6 oz.! This is truly a 12g. bird gun one could carry all day.

Good stock dimensions on this solid English double. Left choke is a bit tight for my liking as I like to eat my taken game. I am not big on lead poisoning. :)

We can open this choke for only $75.00 and get it done in only a few days normally. Need a longer LOP? We can add a pad for you.

This would make an excellent introduction to an English doubles at an extremely fair price.

There is some light pitting and a few small dings in places but has basically sound barrels, in proof, and ring like church bells.

bushed firing pins!

This will make an excellent addition to any collection and or display. I can see it directly next to a Blaser rifle, the beginning and the current state of the art side by side!

The stock extension we will match almost perfect to the butt so it will almost be invisible. Ask for updated pictures as it should be done soon!

Nicely restocked with good dimensions, great wall thickness, and solid chokes, this true trigger plate round action has a lot to offer. There is very light pitting in the bores which could easily be removed (or left). Featuring the classic "eye glass" trigger guard and nice long 29" chopper lump barrels. I love how these guns open by pulling back on the lever behind the trigger guard which is very ergonomic.

If you know me, you will know I love these guns. Give me a call and I would be glad to let you know why.

There is some light pitting in the bores which could be removed but if it were me I would take this light lady afield just as she is and enjoy her doing what she does best.

For $75 we could open up the left choke to IC or Mod which would make it an even better upland gun!

This is a super value in a extremely well made 20g. SxS in 90% or better condition.

This is the first 24 gauge shotgun I have ever encountered by an English maker. The barrels while stating the standard Birmingham name and address on the left barrel, feature on the right barrel : "Unico Agent, Jaun Canedo Riv Adavia. 611. Buenos Aires." This obviously indicates this gun was built and retailed for the South American market, a very rare thing indeed for an English gun.

I put a couple of box's through this gun on clays and I shot it very well. This is saying something as most of you know I am a lousy shot!

I cannot tell you the gun is pristine, it is not. As you can see in the pictures there are plenty of handling marks and the bluing is thin in places. The right bore has a few marks but they are not deep and the walls are extra thick.

This would make a great little .410 to use exactly as is and not having to worry about keeping it perfect. On the flip side it would be a rewarding process to have the barrels blued and stock refinished to make her look spiffy again.