Originally Posted By: JohnfromUK


...It is quite likely that it would be economic to sleeve a Purdey, much less so an Atkin, because the monetary value is less - but arguably, the Atkin might have the edge as a gun to actually own and use in the field.

(I must declare an interest as an Atkin owner)


I agree - I have an Atkin made to the same specs as GT's gun. Well worth the asking price and half the cost of a Purdey.

I would argue that, rather then sleeve a gun, some deserve to have a new set of barrels fitted.

I have a Harkom 16 with barrels by Hellis, Beesley and Watson that was well worth the price <$1500!! Wonderful bird gun.

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