Scottish Gun
 

A few months ago I convinced my wife to accompany me to Scottland for the purpose of attending the Open Championship. I've recently decided that I would explore the possibility of bringing home a souvenir in the form of a 20 or 28 gauge SxS. Preferably from the late 1800's through about 1930. Hammerless and 2 1/2 or 2 3/4 chambers. Considering the body of knowledge present in this group it seemed like the obvious place to start my search for information. As my lovely and talented wife will likely be present for the transaction, I'd like to be in the $10k and less range. BTW, I've already begaun to lay the ground work by suggesting we find something special for her on the trip in the same price range. :cool:

do your home work on the export/import process

In the process.

A round body 20 ga might just be what you're looking for.

If find a 20 gauge round body for $10k, please let us know. While in Scotland, look up Dicksons https://www.john-dickson.com/. Also, Graham Mackinlay in Glascow https://www.gmackinlay.com/. They can both help with the export/import process. The cost to export/import is probably about $800-$1000.

I hope you are driving and can take in the sites along with the distilleries.

Ken

A couple points which may be worth considering. I believe you could find Scottish or English guns in 12 which would approximate what our 20s feel like. Also remember, the small gauge sidelocks or round actions are not plentiful. Your quest is not impossible, just unlikely on vacation trip.

Prior to considering purchase and handling export/import yourself, you may want to talk to someone who does that for a living here in the US. I attempted the same once, I incurred some disappointment.
Best!

Thanks Dean. I've received similar advice from a friend. I do have a contact in Scottland that has been helping with details of our stay and I've asked him for his thoughts as well.

You sir, have the makings of a fine and successful collector! :whistle:





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If you get to the Isle of Skye, plan a meal at Three Chimneys. In the middle of nowhere, and expensive, but worth every pound

Frasers are very high quality scottish guns that you cannot go wrong with.