I want a light gun, sidelock or box doesn't really matter to me.. hunting quail and grouse, shooting some clays.. the reason i'm buying and English is 1) I've not had one so i'm treating myself 2) albiet i love some of the new italian guns i don't consider them investments.. I beleive from what i have learned in my research that given the right purchase price a nice English double is better than money in the bank.. plus it will be a thrill to own such a gun and use it...
Hi again, if you want a good English gun for an investment as well as for shooting, I'd stay away from the following:
1) Gun out of proof
2) Any sleeved or rebarreled gun
3) Restocked guns (this might be overlooked depending on the job...but some folks are picky!)
4) "No Name" makers - sure you buy the gun, but in this case the name does make a difference IMO
5) Any gun that has been altered in anyway that takes away from what the guns orginial specs were when it came from the shop.
Remember that the English don't mind if a gun is "redone" or restored within proper limits, unlike American Classics were don't touch is the watchword.
Best!
Greg
