rimfire4969 Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 I have been trying to find time to get to the team at UK Gun Repairs for a gun fitting. I sourced a new stock for my CG and it's a nice bit of wood, so it seems right that I ask them to service my gun, fit the new stock to the action and measure me up and fit it to myself as well. I will also be leaving them my Aya XXV Sidelock to sell on my behalf. It's a 4 hour round trip for me in Cornwall but if everything I have heard about them is only half right it should be a great day. Really looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 They do have a good reputation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Good decision in my experience. They've done several jobs for me and I've always been delighted. I'm just about to pop up and see if they've finished the Chas Osborne that I picked up from here at the beginning of the year. If they have it'll be on the for sale rack. Although a relatively simple job, my step-son had a London Orange recoil pad fitted by Another whereas UKGR did mine. The difference in quality between an also ran and these guys is simply outstanding. Re the AYA, to quote Dennis, "12%, not a penny more, not a penny less." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve d Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Good decision in my experience. They've done several jobs for me and I've always been delighted. I'm just about to pop up and see if they've finished the Chas Osborne that I picked up from here at the beginning of the year. If they have it'll be on the for sale rack. Although a relatively simple job, my step-son had a London Orange recoil pad fitted by Another whereas UKGR did mine. The difference in quality between an also ran and these guys is simply outstanding. Re the AYA, to quote Dennis, "12%, not a penny more, not a penny less." How come youre getting shot of the Chas Osborne? You seemed well chuffed with it at the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 (edited) How come youre getting shot of the Chas Osborne? You seemed well chuffed with it at the time. I am and was. All looked good until I shot it when it immediately became obvious that it was well 'off the face' and had been 'pumped up' big time. I took it to UKGR who said it was repairable. I figured that seeing how well it fitted and handled coupled to how much I paid for it (Dennis and Brian both said that I hadn't bought it, I'd stolen it, but to be fair, I did pay the asking price) I figured it was worth it. However, as you do, I bought it with my heart with no thought of any value until Dennis told me what it would be worth when repaired. At this point my head over-ruled my heart and having just lashed out on a new OU, I decided to sell it. I've just checked their for sale list and it's not there as yet, so I could still change my mind yet again. Edited September 11, 2017 by wymberley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruity Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 An excellent company , used them several times , top work and service every time . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 dennis is just up the road from me 3 miles, and i pop out to see him i have bought 4 guns off of him in the last 2 years. good service and a very good man he will not see you wrong.he has all ways got time for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee. Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Denis is a top bloke and knows his stuff. Your in good hands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R1nut Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 This is all good to read! Got a call tonight, my gun is ready for collection. It's very handy they are only a stones throw away from me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 You can see him on fieldsports Britain in U.K. Gun repairs slot they had on gun fit. Very nice fella that used to frequent here as sage100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted September 11, 2017 Report Share Posted September 11, 2017 Had dealings with Dennis a couple of years ago. Dead straight - top lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted September 13, 2017 Report Share Posted September 13, 2017 I am and was. All looked good until I shot it when it immediately became obvious that it was well 'off the face' and had been 'pumped up' big time. I took it to UKGR who said it was repairable. I figured that seeing how well it fitted and handled coupled to how much I paid for it (Dennis and Brian both said that I hadn't bought it, I'd stolen it, but to be fair, I did pay the asking price) I figured it was worth it. However, as you do, I bought it with my heart with no thought of any value until Dennis told me what it would be worth when repaired. At this point my head over-ruled my heart and having just lashed out on a new OU, I decided to sell it. I've just checked their for sale list and it's not there as yet, so I could still change my mind yet again. Oops, too late, just awaiting the images on Gun Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted September 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 22, 2017 Picked up my shotgun today, new stock fitted and alterations to it done. I am extremely happy with the service and work quality, the gun looks fantastic. Only one downside is I can't now blame the guns fit for my **** shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted September 23, 2017 Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 Picked up my shotgun today, new stock fitted and alterations to it done. I am extremely happy with the service and work quality, the gun looks fantastic. Only one downside is I can't now blame the guns fit for my **** shooting. I don't suppose by any chance you have a 'K' in the rear screen of a 4 by 4? Just a shot in the dark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted September 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 I don't suppose by any chance you have a 'K' in the rear screen of a 4 by 4? Just a shot in the dark. Yes, my brothers car. We were on the way back from a trade show in Coventry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted September 23, 2017 Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 I am and was. All looked good until I shot it when it immediately became obvious that it was well 'off the face' and had been 'pumped up' big time. I took it to UKGR who said it was repairable. I figured that seeing how well it fitted and handled coupled to how much I paid for it (Dennis and Brian both said that I hadn't bought it, I'd stolen it, but to be fair, I did pay the asking price) I figured it was worth it. However, as you do, I bought it with my heart with no thought of any value until Dennis told me what it would be worth when repaired. At this point my head over-ruled my heart and having just lashed out on a new OU, I decided to sell it. I've just checked their for sale list and it's not there as yet, so I could still change my mind yet again. hello, is that the hammer gun they have for £3,400 on their listings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted September 23, 2017 Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 Yes, my brothers car. We were on the way back from a trade show in Coventry. I was pretty sure that the car floating about 6" off the ground as though someone on board was on cloud 9 heading west on the M 5 was the same one I'd seen in UKGR's carpark hello, is that the hammer gun they have for £3,400 on their listings? Yes. I popped up to have a look at it before it was sold. I must be mad. When I bought it, I'd just put a 50% deposit on a Chapuis, plus obviously the other 50 to follow and had no idea of the true condition of the Osbourne until I shot it. Buying the Chapuis did not leave me with too many disposable readdies and have no idea of how much the repair work cost other than the fact that I probably can't easily afford it. It looked a delight when I picked it up and now UKGR have worked their magic it is also so on the inside as well. The only saving grace for me is the fact that I've been able to restore a piece of English gunmaking history to an eminently usable condition. Also to have a look on behalf of my step-son at the Grand European. I wish I hadn't now - there's a clue there, Scully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 26, 2017 Report Share Posted September 26, 2017 Ha! If it makes you smile! 👍😃 My GE will shortly be up for sale on GT. Just in the process of moving (again!) and am going to leave it until settled in ( next month sometime ) and address on tickets has been changed....again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wymberley Posted November 2, 2017 Report Share Posted November 2, 2017 How come youre getting shot of the Chas Osborne? You seemed well chuffed with it at the time. The pictures are now done. Looks as tad tasty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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