Nicky T Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Decided to treat the 682 to some well earnt tlc after a couple of hard seasons of use so took the plunge and took a trip down to visit Tim Greenwood in Kent. Tim's place is the proverbial Alladins Cave of anything and everything gun related and I could have easily spent a whole day looking and learning from what was there Anyway down to business; after a brew and a chat Tim got down to business and very thoroughly went through my existing gun fit and mount and to my surprise identified several areas, including the cast and length of the stock, that he recommended we delve a little deeper into. Having ascertained what I wanted to get out of shooting we came to the conclusion that "close enough" wasn't going to cut the mustard and the quest for perfection began by various bits of my existing set-up being removed and rejigged using masking tape to demonstrate the difference that a "proper" set up could make Needless to say this wasn't time wasted and reafirmed my belief that there is substance behind having your gun properly fitted by someone who really is in the know Up until today I thought that mine was, but to say that this morning was an eye-opener would be somewhat of an understatement Tim then asked me about the service history of the gun and as I asked questions, Tim explained the various reasons and answers for each and every question that I posed in much greater detail that I was expecting. We agreed on a list of work that Tim is going to undertake on the 682 including some considerable adjustment of the cast and length of stock and i left happy in the knowledge that my 682 should be back by early December for a run out All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day and a pleasure to meet someone who is a professional as Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Potter Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Decided to treat the 682 to some well earnt tlc after a couple of hard seasons of use so took the plunge and took a trip down to visit Tim Greenwood in Kent. Tim's place is the proverbial Alladins Cave of anything and everything gun related and I could have easily spent a whole day looking and learning from what was there Anyway down to business; after a brew and a chat Tim got down to business and very thoroughly went through my existing gun fit and mount and to my surprise identified several areas, including the cast and length of the stock, that he recommended we delve a little deeper into. Having ascertained what I wanted to get out of shooting we came to the conclusion that "close enough" wasn't going to cut the mustard and the quest for perfection began by various bits of my existing set-up being removed and rejigged using masking tape to demonstrate the difference that a "proper" set up could make Needless to say this wasn't time wasted and reafirmed my belief that there is substance behind having your gun properly fitted by someone who really is in the know Up until today I thought that mine was, but to say that this morning was an eye-opener would be somewhat of an understatement Tim then asked me about the service history of the gun and as I asked questions, Tim explained the various reasons and answers for each and every question that I posed in much greater detail that I was expecting. We agreed on a list of work that Tim is going to undertake on the 682 including some considerable adjustment of the cast and length of stock and i left happy in the knowledge that my 682 should be back by early December for a run out All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day and a pleasure to meet someone who is a professional as Tim Hi Nick, Just curious as to why/how did you decide on Tim Greenwood? There are plenty of gunshops/gun fitters between here and Kent! Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 (edited) Hi Nick, Just curious as to why/how did you decide on Tim Greenwood? There are plenty of gunshops/gun fitters between here and Kent! Andy Decision was based purely on Tims reputation for quality work and attention to detail; that and I wanted to ensure that I'd be sufficiently tired to sleep on the flight to SA tomorrow Edited October 26, 2011 by Nicky T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlaserF3 Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 There could also be an article in the future, in Clay Shooting too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Hi Nick, Enjoy SA I hope it is a holiday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted October 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Hi Nick, Enjoy SA I hope it is a holiday. Cheers Terry - sadly it's a work trip but enjoyable nevertheless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyb79 Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 I've only ever used Tim for any gunsmith related work, he's a true professional and knows his stuff. Hope he's feeling better than the last time I saw him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retromlc Posted October 27, 2011 Report Share Posted October 27, 2011 Tim is very good,He does all Chris potters work,done stuff for me, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 11, 2011 Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 Hi all, I blame myself partially for Nick straying so far from home I met Nick at the South Downs Masters, when we were on the same squad and I had visisted Tim the Wednesday before and was talking about what had happened there. I knew that my gun fitted as it was done professionally, and I was shooting reasonably well. A few problems arose when I found out that I didn't fit the gun myself - the nose of the comb was too far forward causing my hand to jump forward when I had shot the first bird on a pair and my hand extended off the grip when I held it properly. I went to Tim purely because I was down south for the Masters. I was glad that I did! He told me to mount my gun, and went on to say 'you miss one or two and you don't know why!' and 'At the end of a 100 birder, you're shoulder, neck and back ache!' - He must have read my mind! He suggested that he brought the rear of the comb up parallel to the rib and to drop the butt pad right down to simulate a 'Monte Carlo' stock. He than sent me off to West Kent ground for a shoot. Big improvement and I went on to shoot the Masters with varying success due to having a strange gun I then went back in October to have my grip carved, as I was so impressed with the other alterations - The Miroku is now even more brilliant and I just have to get used to it again, and as soon as I am away on business again, I will be sending it back to him for refinishing (Google 'Marmite Gun' for more info.) I'd upload piccies, if I could work out how! All in all, very impressed with Tim's work, extensive knowledge and 'proper' workshop - A genuinely nice guy, and a pleasure to do business with http://www.greenwoodgunsmiths.co.uk/ for a look at what he does - I have no ulteria motive, just a satisfied customer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted November 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2011 I totally agree Dave; you are partially to blame. I'll post you the invoice so that you can settle your share Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 12, 2011 Report Share Posted November 12, 2011 The cheque's in the post Nick! ........ Yea right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted November 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 (edited) Just had a phonecall from Tim with an update on the progress of my 682 - can't wait to get it back in a few more weeks I wonder if i also spied some pictures of Nitroxdiver's gun in the latest (December) edition of Clay Shooting Magazine this morning too :yp: Edited November 18, 2011 by Nicky T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 (edited) Not mine Nick Im right handed for a start and my guns a Miroku - you have the only photo's out in the wild :look: The final job will look similar though Edited November 19, 2011 by nitroxdiver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted November 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 Not mine Nick Im right handed for a start and my guns a Miroku - you have the only out in the wild :look: The final job will look similar though It was the grip extension that made me ponder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2011 Got the 682 Gold E back from Tim today and am very impressed so far! Looking forward to shooting it tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timps Posted December 6, 2011 Report Share Posted December 6, 2011 Are you off to Manchester clay ? What have you done to it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted December 6, 2011 Report Share Posted December 6, 2011 Got the 682 Gold E back from Tim today and am very impressed so far! Looking forward to shooting it tomorrow Pictures please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Are you off to Manchester clay ? What have you done to it ? Off to MCSC this afternoon for an hour or so - you coming along? Had a bit of work done to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Pictures please. Will post some up later for you Hammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timps Posted December 7, 2011 Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 Off to MCSC this afternoon for an hour or so - you coming along? I would have come but I have had enough of shooting in gale force winds and hailstone this month Had a bit of work done to it I gathered that bit Where you shooting on Sunday ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 7, 2011 I would have come but I have had enough of shooting in gale force winds and hailstone this month I gathered that bit Where you shooting on Sunday ? It actually wasn't that bad today st MCSC Shooting the members comp on Sundy at MCSC, then a couple of weeks off before the Hodnet Chsllenge Had the stock re-cast, a full service and a Jones Adjuter system fitted. Very different but liking it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2011 Some pictures of the work that Tim has done to my 682 Gold E: Recast stock: The Jones Adjuster system: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted December 10, 2011 Report Share Posted December 10, 2011 Some pictures of the work that Tim has done to my 682 Gold E: The Jones Adjuster system: Well eh hum, that looks bizarre.Interested to know what all that hokum pokum does for your shooting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlaserF3 Posted December 10, 2011 Report Share Posted December 10, 2011 Nicky, Have you got big boobs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicky T Posted December 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 10, 2011 Nicky, Have you got big boobs Not that I know of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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