James Woodward and Sons
This is the only complete history of the most enigmatic of Londons gunmakers, James Woodward & Sons. Renowned for the high quality and finish, three generations of Woodwards from the 1840s to its sale to Purdey & Sons in 1948, ran the business. It is most famous today for its Under & Over action which continues to influence gunmakers today. Author Dr Nick Harlow is Gunroom Manager and archivist for Purdey in London and has a special interest in the history of gunmaking. He has written for the sporting press and is author of a biography on Thomas Purdey. This is the only complete history of the most enigmatic of Londons gunmakers, James Woodward & Sons. Renowned for the high quality and finish, three generations of Woodwards ran the business, from the 1840s to its sale to Purdey & Sons in 1948. It is most famous for its Under & Over action which continues to influence gunmakers today.
Price:
NZ$ 220.00
hardback
224
216 x 276 mm
28-09-2023
01-01-2024
9781913159719
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