Verney-Carron

[Tozman]

Anybody has seen these shotguns here?

I heard positive comments about them from Europe but I have yet to see one.

Does anyone import them to Canada?

 

[hnachaj]

They have been imported into Canada. Sales were very poor because the lack of bells and whistles associated with competition guns. The company is mainly a machining outfit. Even the French don't shoot the guns! For a quality shotgun from France, check out Rene Chapuis at www.chapuis-armes.com
Chapuis has over 120 employed making more African guns than anyone else. He also stocks a warehouse of over 15,000 sq Ft of hand-picked Turkey wallnut. The plant is spotless with veryone wearing labcoats. He has 3 tunnels to adjust the drillings and other guns, as well as being an approoved proof house (one of few in Europe).

It is a good visit except on Friday when they close early. Anyone wanting to see what a real great gunmaking operation is, should visit. Mention my name, and you might get a fantastic lunch at a Relais et Chateau near Chateau Bonnet!

Best regards,
Henry

 

[PerversPépère]

When I was a little boy, the Verney-Carron shotguns were considered very fine firearms.
This has changed and today, with many cost-cuting measures, they are not seen very often on the market.
If you can put your hands on an early one, circa 1950-60, you might be surprised by the quality and fitting.
PP.

 

[kako911]

I have in Lebanon, a Verney-Carron O/U given to me by my Uncle. I have rarely seen such a fine and smooth designed shotgun. This one was purchased in 1970 for about 100 USD at the time. You cant find a used one under 2000 USD in Lebanon. Needless to say that this shotgun will go to my son.

cheers

KPA