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Mr Cary, Thank you for the inquiry about my Westley Richards Rifle. No, it is not high gloss. It’s hard to explain. In photos it does look a little glossy but in reality it has a soft subdued look with a hint of shine from the hand polishing I would think. It is also smooth beyond belief, I...

Well done, vision usually pays dividends. JP

Congratulations Tanks, Always a special thing when one travels to the UK and places the order. Super delivery time as well. I had to wait 3 1/2 years. Hope it’s everything you had dreamed of. JP

Rookhawk, As they say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But that is one of the funniest and certainly most creative introductions for a sale that I have ever read. GLWS JP

While I have not purchased any firearms from Francis, I did purchase some new Kynoch Ammunition for my Westley Richards 375 H&H. The only distributor for Kynoch that I know of. He was great to deal with and a true gentleman. He made it easy to ship to my California dealer, with prompt and proper...

Situations can always arise while on a safari and some are truly out of the hands of the operator. I would find it interesting to know how many clients or members would have cancelled, or even if the OP would have, if they were told of the situation up front before arriving and as soon as the...

Congratulations Tanks, Let the journey and the waiting begin. It will pass a lot quicker than you think, especially when the progress reports and pictures start to come in. Visiting the factory to get measured is absolutely the way to go. I am sure it will be everything you hoped for. JP

May the hand of the lord bless you and your family through this difficult time. JP

Congratulations Tanks, Any trip to England for a fitting is a special thing. The wife and I had a super time in London, even though we had to go to Birmingham for the fitting. London has so much to do and see and the History is everywhere you look. I envy you. I wish we had scheduled more...

Rookhawk, Spectacular rifle and artesian provenance. I hope you are sure, one could not replace that rifle for anywhere near the original price today. GLWS JP

RB, Congratulations on the sale and on your upcoming hunts. JP

Kevin, Sounds like you have the real deal in the accuracy department, congratulations. For what it’s worth and I know you fretted over it but the effort and cost you went through to get the dot sight and mount exactly right was well worth it. looks really good as well !!! JP

Not far from you Dave. Welcome. The time will fly by if you prepare and practice. Congratulations on the hunt and may Diana smile upon you all with good luck and safe travels. The first Safari is a very special thing, you will want to return before you leave camp for home, Everything you need...

Sourdough, Congratulations on a fine H&H rifle in an outstanding caliber, I tend to agree with Rookhawk. It’s a H&H!! Leave it as it is, that is a beautiful rifle. If you really want to change the look send it back to H&H and have it done properly as well as documented. Just a uniformed opinion...

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WAB, No sure if this is your first trip to the factory, if it is you will be absolutely amazed by what you will see. Also when you arrive, pay attention to what’s right next door. If it’s a choice Between WR and Holland, for me at least, I would and did go with the Westley Richards, in my...

Rare Breed, Congratulations, on the Westley Richards!!!! What a WONDERFUL Rifle. You must over the top with excitement and pride, as you should be, looks like it is also a gem of a shooter as well. Happy for you, it’s a very special thing when one takes over the stewardship of a Rifle like...

IdaRam, Congratulations, you should be thrilled. It is always a day of days when we finally, after all the hard work, money and waiting, receive our dream Rifle. Looks like you have a great one. JP

Vertigo, Super rifle there, would love to hear the story on that one. JP

LES7, Congratulations on owning a H&H. I do not know the Holland serial number ranges, and you might already be aware of this, but may I suggest that you contact H&H and for a nominal fee they should be able to provide you with the exact year of manufacture and the original specifications...

Super Nice Work Sir, I think you have found another calling. JP

Rare Breed, Yes, but honestly I do not know what type of walnut. Photos do not do it justice in my opinion. When you rub your hand over the wood it just has a super smooth, not sure how to say it, and a warmth to it that is hard to describe. JP

Thank you Krish, may you and your family have a Merry Christmas as well.

I also cannot wait to see the soft cases that are supposed to arrive next week, one in full un-patterned mid-tan leather and another in mid-tan leather and canvas to match the theme of the hard case and cover, serial numbered to the Rifle. A gift from my understanding and beautiful wife for...

I would just like to thank everyone for all the very kind comments, appreciate it. as I have said before, in my circle of life, other than my wife who appreciates such things, this venue is the only place where I can share and participate with like minded, good hearted people who share a common...

Baxter, Thank you. I had the choice of any style of scope mounts I wanted, from the H&H style, claw mounts, swing off etc etc. I mean anything. After much discussion with the staff and on their recommendation I went with the Smithson System. For me at least, it is the best. I just don’t like...

112Savage, As a young person and afflicted with the LEFT HAND, I feel your pain. Our choices are few indeed. Congratulations on the Dakota, I still have a Safari Model that I started with many years ago. Never let me down. Don’t kid yourself they are Great Rifles, extremely well made and...

Kevin, Thank you, it was great experience. Just like with you and your double or all the other members here with their various gun afflictions and dreams of such things, that when we finally place an order for our dream rifle, that it is one of the greatest experiences of our lives. Mine...

Vertigo, Thank you. Thats the thing, from my own experiences, purchasing a Westley Richards Rifle is as much of an experience as it is just buying a rifle, I am not a name dropper but the staff at WR involved me in every detail and were in contact with me on a regular basis with updates...

Scott, Thank you, I have only had it for 3 months, I have not even fired it yet or mounted the scope. I fully intend to use this rifle for what it was made to do. I am going to do the one rifle thing. I have done the multiple rifle/double thing but at this stage of my life I just want to do...

Dewal, Even though I have an unabashed bias!!! towards Westley Richards, I would agree with you. We all have our favorites though. I do know that WR does not build for the rack. All the other great English houses do. From my time at the factory I can tell you that it is all done in house. It...

Couple more from the factory photos

Phillip, On the occasions that we have attended there was not really a selection of clothing. The firearms are the main event. They do however always seem to bring a small collection of their bespoke leather products for sale. As to the clothing, the website has a great description and...

Well, I am not sure where to start, So I thought I would just post a few photos, i also want to say thank you all for the very kind comments. This venue is the only place I can learn and share, not many folks around me who are into what we all love this site for. I will again say that the entire...

Aaron, Will post a couple as soon as I get a break from work. But in the meantime if you check the WR Explora page and type in the search “ Left Hand Gold Name “ that is it. JP

The Westley Richards factory is indeed a very special place. The wife and I were there a little over 3 years ago to complete my order and get fitted for a rifle. We took the train from London, my first train ride, which was a really neat thing. We spent the whole day there and I must say that...

May the strength in the hand of the lord hold you close in your time of need. He is listening.

Pattensonfamily, Nice that you found the site and joined. You will not regret it, nice Kudu. Actually, all of those heads in the salt look great. Congratulations. JPetroni

Jakalas, Time and your patience has paid off handsomely for you, congratulations. Fine looking rifle. JP

Sourdough, congratulations, always nice to hear and see when a dream comes true for someone, nicely done!!!! JP

Kevin, Just love the fact that you are able to take your own Land Rover as well as the super nice camp gear with you. Must make it a extra special experience. Best of luck on your adventure and may Diana smile upon you all. Being a nostalgic as well, it’s nice to see your trademark pith and...

Kevin, Glad you were able to sort it out. Yes, it cost you some money, but now it looks and feels right to you!!! You will forget about the cost every time you shoulder it! Hope you had a great hunt. JP

Beautiful Rifle. The full wrap checkering on the grip is a nice touch, agree with BeeMaa on the grain structure through the wrist, nice. JP