What Happened to Purdey? The £100,000 Shotgun That Defined British Luxury
#BritishHistory #SideBySide #Shotgun What Happened to Purdey? The £100,000 Shotgun That Defined British Luxury For more than two centuries, Purdey has stood at the very pinnacle of British gunmaking. Handcrafted in London and trusted by royalty, aristocrats, and sportsmen around the world, the Purdey side-by-side is widely regarded as one of the finest sporting shotguns ever built. In this documentary, we explore the remarkable history of James Purdey & Sons, the craftsmen behind these legendary firearms. From the golden age of the British Empire to the modern era of luxury gunmaking, discover how Purdey became the benchmark by which all other shotguns are measured. Learn about the company's revolutionary designs, meticulous hand-fitting process, royal connections, record-breaking prices, and the enduring appeal of a shotgun that can take more than a year to build. We also examine why Purdey survived while so many historic British gunmakers disappeared. If you enjoy classic firearms, British history, luxury craftsmanship, hunting traditions, and forgotten industrial stories, this is a story you won't want to miss. #Purdey #Shotgun #BritishGunmaking #SideBySide #JamesPurdey #LuxuryFirearms #BestGun #HuntingHistory #BritishHistory #FirearmsHistory
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