Videos tagged with Shotgun Engraving

This video reviews several firearms from the Holtz Auctioneers November 2025 main sale, focusing on unique and collectible pieces. A highlight is the Maroku G12 President, a Japanese-made 12 gauge shotgun from 1985, praised for its craftsmanship, engraving, and American walnut stock. Other notable firearms discussed include a Beretta SO2, a 1915 German sidelock non-ejector, a J. Dowall & Sons Scottish boxlock, a Russian MT5S-20 Skibsu over/under, and a rare Ithaca 7E single barrel trap gun.

This video provides an in-depth walk-around of various shotguns at the Holt's July 2024 auction. It highlights exceptional examples like a Luchino Bosis over-and-under engraved by Angelo Gallazzi, a Beretta UGB25 XL semi-automatic, and a C. Bonotti 28 gauge side-by-side. The presenter discusses technical specifications, historical context, engraving techniques (including Bolino), and the nuances of case color hardening. Notable items also include a German boxlock, a pair of Holland & Holland Royals owned by Nigel Mansell, and a Julio Bernardelli .410.

This guide details a method for color filling engravings on firearms using Testers enamel paint and common household items. The process emphasizes careful application with toothpicks to ensure deep filling, followed by controlled removal of excess paint with business cards and non-acetone nail polish remover to achieve a clean, professional finish. The technique is applicable to various firearm types.

This video offers an in-depth review of the William Powell Phoenix 28 gauge shotgun, highlighting its craftsmanship and performance. The reviewer details the gun's round action, custom specifications by William Powell, and its handling characteristics during driven game and clay shooting. The discussion emphasizes the importance of proper weight and balance in a 28 gauge for effective shooting, along with the aesthetic appeal and bespoke features of this particular model.

This video reviews the best and worst firearms encountered by TGS Outdoors in 2023. It highlights specific shotguns, discussing their aesthetic appeal, shooting performance, and overall value. The presenter emphasizes that while aesthetics are important, practical performance and the experience surrounding a firearm often hold greater significance.

This video details the meticulous process of building a custom Longthorne shotgun, from selecting premium Turkish walnut and machining single-piece EN24T steel barrels to intricate engraving and precise stock fitting. The expertise of master gunmaker James Stewart is evident in the innovative manufacturing techniques and the final reveal of a perfectly balanced and fitted bespoke firearm, tested for performance in a live shooting scenario.

This expert analysis from TGS Outdoors, led by Jonny, delves into the nuanced differences between Miroku and Browning shotguns, focusing on the MK70 Grade 5 and B525 Shadow. While their internal actions are virtually identical due to Miroku's historical manufacturing for Browning, the video highlights subtle distinctions in finishing, engraving, and brand marketing. Miroku is presented as a simpler, more 'in-the-know' choice with hand-finished engraving, while Browning offers greater variety in modern features and ergonomic options. The assessment is based on deep knowledge of manufacturing history and specific model variations.