Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolvers

Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless Double Action Revolvers

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The Smith & Wesson Safety Hammerless “New Departure” revolver was made as a short range self-defense handgun that could be safely carried in a jacket or vest pocket. It featured a fully shrouded hammer and a…

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Beardmore Mk 7 Paramount Taxi

Beardmore Mk 7 Paramount Taxi

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The first Beardmore London Taxicab earned for itself the title of “the Rolls Royce of taxicabs”. This began a proud tradition of quality for the Beardmore taxi models that followed it. Fast Facts Beardmore were located…

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BRNO Sidelock Side by Side Shotguns

BRNO Sidelock Side by Side Shotguns

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The BRNO ZP series of side-by-side shotguns are among the most underrated guns the world has seen. True sidelocks with forged chopper lump barrels with a third bite in the concealed Purdey style these guns were…

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Tranter Self-Cocking Centerfire Conversion Revolver

Tranter Self-Cocking Centerfire Conversion Revolver

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Tranter revolvers and revolving carbines were among Britain’s most highly respected both for quality of manufacture and innovative design. The first model Tranter featured a unique twin trigger system to enable either single-action or double-action fire….

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Webley Jurek Pistol

Webley Jurek Pistol

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The Webley Jurek automatic pistol represents Webley & Scott’s last effort to create a handgun with a view to it being accepted by the British Military. The design was done by Dr. Marian Jurek during the…

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Thomas Bland & Sons Falling Block Take-down Rifle

Thomas Bland & Sons Falling Block Take-down Rifle

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Thomas Bland & Sons made some outstanding guns and rifles and this Farquharson action single-shot is a beautiful example, made even more desirable by having been rebuilt by Griffin & Howe of New York. Fast Facts…

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Webley India

Webley India

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British gunmaker Webley & Scott has expanded its operations into India and has entered into a joint venture with Sial Manufacturer Pvt. Ltd. of Uttar Pradesh, India, to manufacture the original MkIV and MkVI top-break ejector…

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Daniel Fraser Double Rifle in 22 Hornet

Daniel Fraser Double Rifle in 22 Hornet

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Daniel Fraser stands out as one of the most respected of the Scottish gunmakers. This 22 Hornet double rifle with additional 20 gauge shotgun barrels is a beautiful example of Daniel Fraser’s workmanship. Fast Facts Daniel…

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Drulov Target Pistols

Drulov Target Pistols

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The Drulov Olympic 50 meter “Free Pistol” match handguns were a low cost but well made and accurate target handgun that were common in ISSF style pistol clubs during the 1960’s and 1970’s. The Drulov were…

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Webley MkIV 22lr Target Revolver

Webley MkIV 22lr Target Revolver

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The Webley MkIV Target Revolver was a special version of Webley’s MkIV centerfire revolver. It featured adjustable target sights, a six inch barrel, and was chambered for the 22 long rifle cartridge. Fast Facts The Webley…

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