Rob85 Posted October 14, 2021 Report Share Posted October 14, 2021 1 hour ago, kevin55 said: Presumably Bignotti are the makers, from the same area in Italy where Beretta originate, Gardone VT Armi is arms in Italian Could it possibly be a midland or Lincoln gun? I thought they operated the same kinda way as Birmingham trade makers where they basically supplied guns "in the white" to other firms to finish as well as selling their own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinkerWatson Posted October 14, 2021 Report Share Posted October 14, 2021 16 minutes ago, Rob85 said: Could it possibly be a midland or Lincoln gun? I thought they operated the same kinda way as Birmingham trade makers where they basically supplied guns "in the white" to other firms to finish as well as selling their own. The top of the barrels has "English Steel Vickers-Works Sheffield" engraved on them. The at the side of the barrels it is engraved "Made in Italy" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hicky Posted October 15, 2021 Report Share Posted October 15, 2021 (edited) I have two SxS, one is a Zabala steel proof'd for wildfowling that didn't cost me a great deal and is as such a tool. The other is my Gunmark (Arrieta) Viscount 12 bore(pictured). Choked 1/4 and 1/2 28" barrels , it would have to be some life changing event to make me part with it. It fits like a glove and I've had some fantastic days with it and hopefully many more to come I did flirt with a single trigger AYA XXV Churchill for a season, a beautiful gun but too short in the stock and I was too inconsistent and it had the habit of randomly double discharging so I got shot of it. I'm trying to convince the youngest lad(12) to convert to a SxS but he's taking some convincing....I might hunt out a cheap project for him an hope that sparks his enthusiasm, it would have to have a raised rib to bridge the gap in his mind. Edited October 15, 2021 by Hicky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted October 15, 2021 Report Share Posted October 15, 2021 1 hour ago, Hicky said: I have two SxS, one is a Zabala steel proof'd for wildfowling that didn't cost me a great deal and is as such a tool. The other is my Gunmark (Arrieta) Viscount 12 bore(pictured). Choked 1/4 and 1/2 28" barrels , it would have to be some life changing event to make me part with it. It fits like a glove and I've had some fantastic days with it and hopefully many more to come I did flirt with a single trigger AYA XXV Churchill for a season, a beautiful gun but too short in the stock and I was too inconsistent and it had the habit of randomly double discharging so I got shot of it. I'm trying to convince the youngest lad(12) to convert to a SxS but he's taking some convincing....I might hunt out a cheap project for him an hope that sparks his enthusiasm, it would have to have a raised rib to bridge the gap in his mind. That is lovely 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 Little project side by side that I came across Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 A pretty little thing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 2 hours ago, Old farrier said: Little project side by side that I came across Cracking👍 What's the plan for it? What's the spec? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 16 minutes ago, button said: Cracking👍 What's the plan for it? What's the spec? New stock to my measurements then shoot with it 😂😂😂 its packed up ready to be despatched on Monday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 Wow! They didn't make many of those! Will check out my .410 book once the kids are in bed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 3 minutes ago, button said: Wow! They didn't make many of those! Will check out my .410 book once the kids are in bed! 600 series did you notice it’s a ejector 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 PM sent Let me know if readable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Old farrier said: 600 series did you notice it’s a ejector 😊 I did notice it was a 600 series ejector! I thought 600 series were non ejectors. I have one labelled as Army & Navy CS ltd which is obviously a 600 W&S, but not so nice condition as yours and a non ejector with 2 1/2 inch chambers. edit: Army/Navy serial number has it as made in 1902. Edited October 16, 2021 by London Best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted October 16, 2021 Report Share Posted October 16, 2021 22 minutes ago, button said: PM sent Let me know if readable Many thanks button very readable 😊👍 9 minutes ago, London Best said: I did notice it was a 600 series ejector! I thought 600 series were non ejectors. I have one labelled as Army & Navy CS ltd which is obviously a 600 W&S, but not so nice condition as yours and a non ejector with 2 1/2 inch chambers. edit: Army/Navy serial number has it as made in 1902. It dosent pay to think much as there’s always going to come along and be a little bit different Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Boggy Posted October 17, 2021 Report Share Posted October 17, 2021 OF Nigel Brown`s book has it made in 1936 Lovely little gun and quite rare by all accounts. Please post pictures once you`ve had the stock done. OB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted October 17, 2021 Report Share Posted October 17, 2021 3 hours ago, Old Boggy said: OF Nigel Brown`s book has it made in 1936 Lovely little gun and quite rare by all accounts. Please post pictures once you`ve had the stock done. OB Just after the Great Depression then I’ll keep you posted on its progress 😊👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickliv Posted October 27, 2021 Report Share Posted October 27, 2021 I'm in. This is mine, an AYA Yeoman, of a similar vintage to me (1974). Picked it up at auction a couple of weeks ago, (It and a Felix Sarasqueta which I won't be keeping for £60) and after having had the once over yesterday, I'll be seeing how I get on with it at the local clay ground for a box or 2. I might start to tentatively work my way up through the range, but in all likelihood I won't, unless it stops working. Which, in all likelihood, it wont. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted October 27, 2021 Report Share Posted October 27, 2021 1 minute ago, Nickliv said: Which, in all likelihood, it wont. All AyAs are generally very reliable. Can I suggest that a light cartridge such as 21g (I use Hull CompX 21g) go very well in a s/s for clays - and won't break either the bank or the shoulder! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickliv Posted October 27, 2021 Report Share Posted October 27, 2021 Good point. I've got 28's which I use in my semi auto in the cupboard, but was looking at them just now, wincing and thinking 'Maybe not'.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted October 27, 2021 Report Share Posted October 27, 2021 28 isn't bad, but 32's get a bit lively! 21 is cheaper and lighter, but does the business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob85 Posted October 27, 2021 Report Share Posted October 27, 2021 3 hours ago, JohnfromUK said: 28 isn't bad, but 32's get a bit lively! 21 is cheaper and lighter, but does the business. I put 32gs through my yeoman once and once only, old carts labeled SC GAME, it kicked that hard my finger slipped and clipped the 2nd trigger, very like a double discharge. Near sat me on my hoop and give my fillings a good rattle. A 21gram is lovely but for a good all rounder the Lyalvale pigeon power 29grams fibre wads shoot nicely through mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinkerWatson Posted October 28, 2021 Report Share Posted October 28, 2021 On 15/10/2021 at 16:40, Hicky said: I have two SxS, one is a Zabala steel proof'd for wildfowling that didn't cost me a great deal and is as such a tool. The other is my Gunmark (Arrieta) Viscount 12 bore(pictured). Choked 1/4 and 1/2 28" barrels , it would have to be some life changing event to make me part with it. It fits like a glove and I've had some fantastic days with it and hopefully many more to come I did flirt with a single trigger AYA XXV Churchill for a season, a beautiful gun but too short in the stock and I was too inconsistent and it had the habit of randomly double discharging so I got shot of it. I'm trying to convince the youngest lad(12) to convert to a SxS but he's taking some convincing....I might hunt out a cheap project for him an hope that sparks his enthusiasm, it would have to have a raised rib to bridge the gap in his mind. What a beauty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hicky Posted October 28, 2021 Report Share Posted October 28, 2021 27 minutes ago, WinkerWatson said: What a beauty! Put to good use last Saturday with 30g 6's(its all I had in) two for two.....sadly it went downhill from there. I should get some lighter carts as the 12 y/o is eyeing it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted October 28, 2021 Report Share Posted October 28, 2021 (edited) 39 minutes ago, Hicky said: Put to good use last Saturday with 30g 6's(its all I had in) two for two.....sadly it went downhill from there. I should get some lighter carts as the 12 y/o is eyeing it up. Your problem with the youngster may be that you let him learn on an o/u in the first place. Edited October 28, 2021 by London Best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hicky Posted October 29, 2021 Report Share Posted October 29, 2021 21 hours ago, London Best said: Your problem with the youngster may be that you let him learn on an o/u in the first place. Probably, being young and sponge like I hope he makes the transition, a different sight plane and double triggers will be a learning curve.🤓 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Best Posted October 29, 2021 Report Share Posted October 29, 2021 1 hour ago, Hicky said: Probably, being young and sponge like I hope he makes the transition, a different sight plane and double triggers will be a learning curve.🤓 My experience is that many who learn on an o/u struggle with SxS but swapping SxS to o/u seems easier. I only have sxs. I don’t see a sight plane, look at the bird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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