Gun Auction Walkaround - Holts Sealed Bid April 2025

This video explores several unique firearms available at The Holts Sealed Bid sale in August 2024. It highlights a distinctive Shapi Liard over/under, a William Golden 16 gauge with a crossover stock, and various classic shotguns including Browning B25s, an FN Superposed finished by Jay Blanch & Son, an H Piper side-by-side, a Winchester Model 12, and a converted Winchester 1892 takedown. The presenter also reviews a Beretta 682 Super Sport and a Holland & Holland shotgun, offering insights into their condition, historical significance, and potential value for collectors and shooters.

This video provides an in-depth look at a rare 1885 Charles Lancaster four-barrel shotgun, detailing its unique rotary underlever, double-action rotary hammer trigger unit, and black powder-only functionality. The presenter highlights its lightweight construction for its time, the snap action forend, and the overall craftsmanship, estimating its value between £12,000 and £16,000. The review emphasizes the historical significance and engineering ingenuity of this exceptional piece.

This video provides an in-depth look at the incredibly rare and massive Watson double-barreled 4 Bore shotgun, highlighting its impressive size and weight (17lb 9oz). The content creators explore the gun and its formidable caliber, discovered at the Holts July 2023 sale. The video aims to educate viewers about this unique firearm and its place in history.

This guide details how to inspect a used Fratelli Gamba Gold SP shotgun, focusing on stock condition, action engraving, chamber size, detachable trigger, and overall balance. It emphasizes checking for tightness and signs of improper gunsmithing, offering practical advice for potential buyers of pre-owned firearms. The insights are derived from an expert in the UK shooting community.

This video explores the iconic Winchester 1897, hailed as the first successful combat shotgun and a legendary pump-action firearm. The presenter expresses a long-held desire to own a later model, primarily for the enjoyment of 'slam firing' at clays, but finds the opportunity to examine an early Damascus edition at Holts Auction a notable experience. The description also includes various links for channel support, merchandise, and recommended gear like custom-fit guards and ShotKam.

This guide details the operation of a classic American side-by-side shotgun, focusing on safe loading, firing at clay targets, and post-shot procedures. It emphasizes proper firearm handling and technique, as demonstrated by a high-authority instructor. The video showcases proficient clay shooting and safe gun manipulation on an outdoor range.

This video demonstrates advanced techniques for driven pheasant shooting, emphasizing the 'big swing' required for high-flying birds. Expert Jonny Carter showcases proper lead, follow-through, and rapid target transitions in a traditional UK game shooting environment. The footage highlights the precision and skill needed for successful wing shooting at distance.

This guide details techniques for indoor clay pigeon shooting, as demonstrated by a professional shooting sports content creator at the MSZU facility. It emphasizes safe firearm handling, fluid shotgun mounting, and accurate target lead/follow-through for breaking clay targets. The unique indoor environment of MSZU, featuring specialized acoustic walls and clay trap systems, is highlighted.

This video demonstrates advanced one-handed shooting techniques with an over-under shotgun, as showcased by Jonny Carter at Downlands. The expert-level instruction highlights maintaining balance and control during recoil, fluid reloading of a break-action firearm, and successful engagement of aerial targets. It emphasizes high dexterity and familiarity with the shotgun platform.