Homeless Joe wrote:

"I hate to say this but if I saw that top photo without a name attached too it...I'd guess it as a Belgium gun.
If that's what you are comparing Purdey or Boss to you better clean off your glasses."

Joe, I do not wear glasses to correct my vision and was not comparing the Watson boxlock to a "Best" Purdey or Holland just stated that it was a very fine gun. And, I am somewhat familiar with the fit, finish and functional qualities of Best quality guns as I have shot Purdeys both on the range and in the field and shoot a Peter Chapman 20 bore that is quite similar to or possibly based on a Holland & Holland action.

Here I am with a brace on MN ruffed grouse killed with a 1896 Purdey 12 bore

In the rack are two Purdeys that I've both shot and inspected

And the Peter Chapman


I do really like the Purdeys and Hollands but have shot and inspected other lesser recognized guns like a #1 Willam Powell 16 bore that I felt was equally fine.

I hope this helps you to understand that my comments about the Watson boxlock were not made without at least a basic understanding of what a fine gun is. That said, I use this forum to further my understanding by reading the comments of those with greater knowledge.

I appreciate your input.

Take care,

jcj





Last edited by jcj; 11/02/07 10:51 PM.