I have never used a SO H&H so I cannot speak for or against, I own four none-SO Holland and Holland pattern Belgian guns and truly enjoy them.

My one 1898 16ga Purdey SO is a joy to handle, I do not find it difficult to close, I have been fortunate to not have to send it out for any work on the action. It has shot more than a thousand rounds for me without issue.


Michael Dittamo
Topeka, KS