The E.J. Churchill XXV Sidelock: fitted with a Miller single selective trigger

Описание: Step into the golden age of London gunmaking with The E.J. Churchill XXV Sidelock: A Classic That Challenged Tradition. This in-depth feature explores one of the most iconic English sporting shotguns ever built — the Churchill XXV, a short-barreled sidelock that defied convention and became a legend in the field.

Through an imagined walk in the autumn countryside, readers experience the XXV as Robert Churchill intended — fast, instinctive, and perfectly balanced. From its origins in E.J. Churchill Gunmakers founded in 1891, to Robert Churchill’s revolutionary shooting school and his famous book How to Shoot, the XXV’s story is one of innovation, controversy, and enduring influence.

Inside, you’ll discover:

The legendary Monte Carlo moment that inspired the XXV’s 25-inch barrels.

Detailed descriptions of a classic E.J. Churchill XXV sidelock shotgun — from rose-and-scroll engraving to figured walnut stock.

How the raised Churchill rib changed instinctive shooting forever.

The XXV’s role in the hands of kings, American magnates, and upland sportsmen.

Its legacy in modern collecting, including values, provenance, and continued production at West Wycombe.

For collectors, shooters, and historians alike, this is more than a shotgun — it’s a London Best that reshaped the traditions of Purdey, Holland & Holland, and Boss. Whether you are researching fine sporting arms, learning about English gunmaking history, or simply captivated by the artistry of double guns, the Churchill XXV remains both affordable and iconic — a gun of kings and commoners alike.

Perfect for readers of Rose & Scroll Fine Gun Journal, enthusiasts of British best guns, and anyone who values the artistry of sidelock shotguns, engraving, and classic sporting traditions.