Westley Richards

Droplock Rifle

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Available from .243 to .600NE. Best quality, hand-built double rifles, entirely made in Birmingham to our own design since 1897. Discover more about the heritage design, landmark innovations and unique performance of this celebrated sporting rifle.

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Our double rifles are built exclusively on Leslie Taylor’s 1897 patent hand-detachable lock action. For over a century, the Westley Richards ‘drop-lock’ has set the double rifle standard by which all others are judged.

Designed To Perform

The Westley Richards ‘drop-locks’ may be entirely removed and replaced by hand in seconds. No tools or special skills are required. This offers practical security in transit, as removing the locks renders the rifle harmless. Cleaning is a simple matter as the locks are fully accessible in the field and a wet or dirty rifle can be restored to pristine order with ease.

Genius in Simplicity

Unlike many complicated side-locks, with multiple, small, fragile component parts, the Westley Richards double rifle lock consists only of a main-spring, a sear-spring, a sear, a tumbler and a cocking dog. Strikers are removable and replaceable. The result is a remarkably robust and reliable action, capable of decades of rough treatment and hard use without issue.

“I took most deliberate aim at the first elephant and dropped him with a solid bullet .577 in the brain. It never budged again.”

JAMES SUTHERLAND • Big Game Hunter

Proven in the Field

Untold numbers of African hunters and Indian shikaris have relied on a Westley Richards double rifle while facing the world’s most dangerous game. From James Sutherland to Stewart Granger, John ‘Pondoro’ Taylor to Ernest Hemingway, men who could have what they wanted and knew their business chose a Westley Richards drop-lock.

Entirely Bespoke

Every Westley Richards double rifle is made to the exact requirements of the customer. From classically engraved pure hunting rifles to the most elaborately embellished exhibition pieces, the choices are virtually limitless. Only mechanical and ergonomic excellence and ‘best’ quality come as standard.

By choosing a Westley Richards double rifle, a select handful of sportsmen each year join the illustrious list of hunters and adventurers who have trusted us to build them the best gun since 1812.

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