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PROGRESSIVE ENGLISH GUN MAKERS
Longthorne have recently moved their operations to Northampton from Lancashire, where they have now have a state of the art factory befitting of a highend gun maker. The company manufactures highly innovative shotguns, incorporating patented barrel technology that ensures negligible felt recoil and muzzle flip. Their ‘prestige range’ of guns are all true ‘sidelocks’, manufactured entirely in house. The company plans to add to their range this year, launching their side-by-side model and boxlocks.
The Longthorne journey usually begins with a visit to the factory were they are more than happy to show you around and explain some of their processes.
They will discuss with you your preference of barrel length, choking, stock and forend shapes, choice of wood and engraving design. They will also take some rough stock dimensions and if
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you wish you could choose your wood, with around 400 pieces to chose from.
If you have decided on personalisation or a bespoke engraving design, their Artist, Chloe, will take a brief from you. They are able to engrave virtually anything at all. Some designs are very detailed and can take longer than average.
When your barrels and action are made they are proofed at The London Proof house, magnum steel proof with our standard fixed chokes, of course!
If you would like to know more about Longthorne, contact them at admin@longthorneguns.com
Or ++44 (0)1772 811215 www.longthorneguns.com