I think the critical thing here is the OP's point #4...."Made in the pattern"

I wouldn't argue with CZ's assessment (or Rocketman's) of the cost to enter the London Best club. But don't forget, Rocketman's charts indicate as well the cost you pay to have a certain "brand name" on your gun.

Forgo the brand name and look for "best gun quality" and the price plummets. Buy a lesser known Continental "best" gun and pay a 1/4 of the cost of the equivalent London Best made by one of The Big 4, Purdey, Boss, H&H or Woodward.

Last edited by canvasback; 12/25/17 08:41 AM.
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