JAMES PURDEY & SONS

J A M E S P U R D E Y & S O N S

Purdey has been making the world’s finest shotguns, rifles and shooting accessories since 1814 when James Purdey opened his

first shop on Princes Street in London.

In 1878, the company was awarded a Royal Warrant by Her Majesty Queen Victoria. This followed the award of our first

warrant in 1868 from The Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VII.

Purdey is proud to have received the Royal Warrant from every succeeding British monarch and today possesses Royal Warrants

from Her Majesty The Queen, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and HRH The Prince of Wales.

Whilst, over the last two centuries, much of the world may have changed, a Purdey represents the ethos of a ‘Best’ London

gunmaker. It represents perfection.The core tweeds, Audley for men and Purdey for ladies, will continue to be available

throughout the year.

B E S P O K E G U N S & R I F L E S

A Purdey is designed to last more than a lifetime. In the world

of shooting, there is nothing more special than ordering a Purdey shotgun or rifle.

Each and every aspect of the gun, including the stock and style of engraving, is chosen by you. It is built to your exact and

detailed specifications. Our craftsmen build your gun to your measurements so as to ensure it fits you perfectly.

Skilled gun fitting is an art and James Purdey was known as its absolute master. Today, as part of the process of ordering a gun,

we invite our clients to have a fitting with our partners at the West London Shooting School, who we have used for over

80 years.

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P U R D E Y G U N M A K I N G I N T H E 2 1 S T C E N T U R Y

Purdeys are manufactured in-house by our skilled craftsmen who focus on perfecting the shape, fit and finish of each and every part. It is passion that endows their work

with individuality and soul. Thanks to the mixture of evolution, innovation and refinement in our processes, our guns are

made with a level of accuracy never possible in our founder’s day. We have a tradition of continued investment and use the

latest computer-aided tooling.

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James Woodward & Company

Purdey acquired James Woodward & Company in 1948 and since that date has continued to make Woodward shotguns, which are highly sought after by the most

discerning shots. We still follow the original Woodward numbering and the guns feature the trademark arcaded fences

as well as the iconic fine scroll engraving.

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Side-by-Side Game Gun

A Purdey Side-by-Side incorporates the innovative and beautifully engineered self-opening mechanism that was

designed and developed by the Purdey employee, Frederick Beesley, in 1880.

Using the residual power of the mainspring, the Beesley Action means a Purdey Side-by-Side is a true “self-opener”, allowing for much faster loading. This is something that is appreciated today

as it has been by the great shots throughout the centuries.

Purdey offers dedicated action sizes on all its guns in square, round

or ultra-round bar action shapes. This gives each gauge perfect proportions and is extremely important to the weight, balance and feel.

Purdey can supply an extra barrel in a dif ferent calibre in the following combinations:

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O U R S I D E- BY- S I D E G U N S A R E B U I LT O N T H E FA M O U S

S E L F- O P E N I N G S YS T E M PAT E N T E D BY F R E D E R I C K B E E S L E Y

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C A L I B R E S

.410, 28, 20, 16, 12 and 10-bore on dedicated action sizes.

C H A M B E RS

2¾” and 3”.

B A R R E L S

Chopper-lump construction, length on request.

C H O K E S

Fixed or choke inserts.

R I B

Concave game, semi bottom or Churchill type rib in matted, plain finish or file cut.

AC T I O N

Square bar, round bar or ultra-round bar.

T R I G G E RS

Non-selective single trigger.Double triggers with optional spring bladed front trigger.

G UA R D

Flat or beaded edge to trigger bow.

S A F E T Y

Automatic or non-automatic.

S TO C K

Straight or pistol grip.Chequered butt or leather covered recoil pad. Heel and toe pieces.Skeleton heel plate. Full heel plate.Gold or silver oval. Inlaid gold or silver letters.

E N G R AV I N G & F I N I S H

Traditional fine rose and scroll with colour-hardened or bright finish. Additional extra finish engraving options on request.

W E I G H T S O F G U N S

12- B O R E 6 lb 10 oz (3.01 kg) – 6 lb 14 oz (3.12 kg)

16 - B O R E 6 lb 4 oz (2.84 kg) – 6 lb 12 oz (3.06 kg)


28 - B O R E 5 lb 2 oz (2.32 kg) – 5 lb 10 oz

. 410 4 lb 10 oz (2.06 kg) – 5 lb (2.27 kg)

Weights of guns can be designated at ordering.

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Over-and-Under Throughout the early part of the 20th century,

Over-and-Under shotguns became increasingly popular. However, despite an increase in demand, Athol Purdey was

reluctant to develop the Purdey version. His sons, James and Tom, were not to be deterred and in 1923 they persuaded their father to reconsider his objections. It was from then on that the design

began to evolve.

The biggest single change occurred 25 years later when, in 1948, Purdey bought James Woodward & Sons, a gunmaker famed for their Over-and-Under shotgun and the mechanism it

used. This acquisition provided Purdey with the outstanding and unrivalled design that it has used ever since.

The over-and-under gun is available in dedicated action sizes in all calibres in square, round or ultra-round action shapes.

Purdey can supply an extra barrel in a dif ferent calibre in the following combinations:



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C A L I B R E S

.410, 28, 20, 16 and 12 on dedicated action sizes.

C H A M B E RS

2¾” and 3”.

B A R R E L S Demi-bloc barrels, length on request.

C H O K E S Fixed or choke inserts.

R I B Ventilated or solid rib, matted, file cut or plain finish.

AC T I O N Square bar, round bar or ultra-round bar.

T R I G G E RS Non-selective single trigger.Double triggers with optional spring bladed front trigger.

G UA R D Flat or beaded edge to trigger bow.

S A F E T Y Automatic or non-automatic.

S TO C K Straight or pistol grip.

Chequered butt or leather covered recoil pad. Heel and toe pieces.

Skeleton heel plate. Full heel plate.

Gold or silver oval. Inlaid gold or silver letters.

E N G R AV I N G & F I N I S H Traditional fine rose and scroll with colour-hardened or bright finish. Additional extra finish engraving options on request.

W E I G H T S O F G U N S 12- B O R E 7 lb 4 oz (3.29 kg) – 7 lb 14 oz (3.57 kg)



28 - B O R E

5 lb 10 oz (2.55 kg) – 6 lb (2.72 kg)

. 410

5 lb 4oz (2.38 kg) – 5 lb 12 oz (2.60 kg)


Damascus S I D E - B Y - S I D E

Our Side-by-Side Damascus shotguns were a world first. Crafted using Swedish Damasteel, the gun has

exceptional strength.

Our Damascus shotguns come in all available bores on dedicated actions. The absence of engraving reveals the

extraordinary patterns unique to Damascus steel. Typically, we only engrave these guns with standard lettering or gold

inlay so as to emphasise the dramatic look of the gun.

O V E R - A N D - U N D E R

The Over-and-Under, like the Damascus Side-by-Side, uses steel specially produced for Purdey with a proprietary ‘powder

metallurgy’ technology. This result is a stunning blend of centuries-old craft with the best modern steels.

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Purdey’s all-Damascus shotguns come in all available calibres on dedicated

actions. The absence of engraving reveals the extraordinary patterns

of fered by Damascus steel . We simply name and number these guns with standard lettering or gold inlay, to

bring out the unique look of the metal.

AVAI L ABLE I N SI DE- BY-SI DE AN D OVER-AN D - U N DER

C O N F I G U R AT I O N S

C A L I B R E S

.410, 28, 20, 16 and 12 on dedicated action sizes.

C H A M B E R

2¾” and 3”.

B A R R E L S

Demi-bloc barrels, length on request.

C H O K E S


R I B

Options as per standard steel guns.

AC T I O N

Square bar, round bar or ultra-round bar.

T R I G G E RS

Non-selective single trigger.

Double triggers with optional spring bladed front trigger.

G UA R D


S A F E T Y


S TO C K

Straight or pistol grip.





J Purdey & Sons in gold on barrels,

J Purdey & Sons on action bolsters,

Purdey on underside or end of forend iron.

S I D E- BY- S I D E

12- B O R E

6 lb 6oz (2.69 kg) – 6 lb 12 oz (3.58 kg)

20 - B O R E

5 lb 15oz (2.69 kg) – 6 lb 4 oz (3.00 kg)

28 - B O R E

5 lb 2 oz (2.32 kg) – 5 lb 8 oz (2.49 kg)


Purdey Hammer Ejector

Throughout the history of gunmaking, a number of the ‘Great Shots’, preferred shooting with a hammer gun. In 2004,

our craftsmen re-captured the elegance of a classic 12-bore Purdey hammer gun. The result is a gun that is wonderful to handle and a thrill to shoot. In recent years we have also

produced our 20-bore hammer gun, which is every bit as magical.

The timeless elegance of the hammer gun has been brilliantly recaptured by Purdey craftsmen. They are wonderful to handle and to shoot. The Purdey Hammer Gun, now available in 20-Bore, is every bit

as delightful to use and beautiful to behold as its 19th century predecessors.

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T H E H A M M E R G U N I S AVA I L A B L E I N D E D I C AT E D 12 A N D

20 - B O R E AC T I O N S I Z E S .

C A L I B R E S

20 and 12-bore on dedicated action sizes.

C H A M B E RS

2¾” and 3”.

B A R R E L S

Chopper lump construction, length on request. Damas barrels additional option.

C H O K E S


R I B

Concave game or semi bottom rib in Churchill type matted, plain finish or file cut.

AC T I O N

Square bar.

T R I G G E RS

Double triggers with optional spring bladed front.

G UA R D


S A F E T Y


S TO C K






Traditional fine rose and scroll with colour-hardened or bright finish.

Additional extra finish engraving options on request.


12- B O R E 6 lb 8 oz (2.94 kg) – 7 lb (3.06 kg)

20 - B O R E

5 lb 15 oz (2.69 kg) – 6 lb 4 oz (2.83 kg)

Purdey Double Rif leIn the mid-1800s, James Purdey the Younger named his

new rifle calibres ‘Express’ after the trains of that era which were the fastest thing in the world. In today’s nitro age, the word ‘express’ has become intrinsically linked to the

term ‘nitro express’, now used by double rifle makers the world over.

Throughout its history, Purdey has built many rifles in

many calibres for sportsmen across the world.

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D O U B L E R I F L E O P T I O N S

C A L I B R E S From 5.6 x 52R – .600 Nitro Express. All rifles are made on dedicated action sizes and relevant calibres can be advised on purchase.

B A R R E L S

Chopper-lump barrels to required length.

S I G H T S

Express sights with folding leaves to required distances and telescopic sights available on quick detachable mounts. Folding or slip-off shroud.

Moon sight.

AC T I O N

Traditional square bar bolstered action.

Third grip and clip sides.

Extended top and bottom straps.

T R I G G E RS

Double triggers with optional spring bladed front trigger.

G UA R D


S A F E T Y

Non-automatic, or automatic.

Bolted safety if required.

S TO C K

Straight or pistol grip with cap and trap.




FO R E N D

Splinter or beaver-tail forends.


Traditional fine rose and scroll with colour-hardened or bright finish. Additional extra finish engraving options on request.

Bolt-Action Rif leWe have made bolt-action rifles since the inception

of the Mauser. Usually, a Purdey rifle is based on a double square bridge action, but you can also choose the Kurz

or military variant, if preferred.

It is normal to use the ‘three stage’ side safety, specifying your own barrel weight and length. You can also request either fixed

or detachable scope mounts.

Our bolt-actions are produced in partnership with the British firm Mayfair Engineering.

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B O LT R I F L E O P T I O N S

C A L I B R E S Most modern calibres available.

B A R R E L S

Barrel weights as required.

S I G H T S

Standard open sights.

Small or large bead foresight with slip off or folding shroud.

Telescopic sights available on request.

AC T I O N

Modern Mauser-style double square bridge.

Kurz also available.

T R I G G E RS

As required.

S A F E T Y

Three position safety.

S TO C K






Traditional fine rose and scroll with colour-hardened or bright finish.

Additional engraving options on request.

Bolt-Action Rif le W I T H P U R D E Y C H A S S I S S Y S T E M

Today’s sportsman rightly expects his rifle to achieve at least sub MOA performance (a group of less than 1” at 100 yards). Historically, Best quality rifles have struggled to achieve this

consistently, a reflection, in part, of the fluid nature of the traditional walnut stock.

Purdey’s innovative solution is the Purdey Chassis System, a titanium chassis incorporated within the stock. Running from the rear of the action to the front of the forend, it provides secure

bedding for the action and in so doing stabilises the stock. The chassis also allows us to ‘free float’ the barrel. This ensures

the barrel does not contact the stock allowing the natural harmonics to resonate and deliver exceptional accuracy.

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Using the titanium Purdey Chassis System embedded within the walnut stock and a free f loating barrel each

Purdey Classic Rif le is tested to prove it ’s sub MOA accuracy before

it is delivered.

S TA N DA R D F E AT U R E S

S TA N DA R D C H A M B E R I N G S 243 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5*55 Swede, 270 Winchester, 7mm08, 7x57 Mauser (275), 7mm Rem Mag, 308 Win, 30-06 Springfield, 300 Win Mag, 375 H&H.

Other custom chamberings available on request

AC T I O N Precision CNC Mauser 98 design, short, standard or magnum length.

B A R R E L S Hand lapped and London blued.

B A R R E L L E N G T H 22”-26”, threaded with invisible thread protector.

WO O D G R A D E Superior Grade with Purdey satin finish and leather heel pad.

E N G R AV I N G

Fine rose and scroll.

S C O P E M O U N T S Quick release swing off mounts in 1”, 30mm or 34mm.

Further options:

S I G H T S Express sights.

OVA L Gold oval with three initials.

WO O D G R A D E Exhibition Grade wood.

F I N I S H Purdey oil finish.

G U N C A S E Leather rifle case.

E N G R AV I N G Bespoke engraving.

The SporterThe Sporter shares its design ancestry with the iconic

early 20th century designs of Boss, Woodward and Edwinson Green. An Over-and-Under shotgun, it was developed and designed to shoot the most testing driven game or the most challenging clay pigeons. It is available in 12 and 20-bore configurations and we offer the option of interchangeable

28-bore barrels for the 20-bore.

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S P O RT E R O P T I O N S

C A L I B R E S 12 and 20-bore on dedicated action sizes.

28-bore barrels available for 20-bore action.

C H A M B E RS

2¾” and 3”.

B A R R E L S

From 25” to 34” (71cm to 81cm).

C H O K E S

Fixed or chokes inserts.

R I B

Ventilated or solid with matted finish.

AC T I O N

Sporter trigger-plate action.

T R I G G E RS

Detachable non-selective single trigger.

Detachable double triggers.

S A F E T Y


S TO C K






Sporter pattern large scroll with bright finish.

Additional engraving options on request.


12- B O R E 7 lb 10 oz (3.46 kg) – 8 lb (3.62 kg)

20 - B O R E 6 lb 12 oz (3.06 kg) – 7 lb (3.18 kg)

Trigger Plate Over-and-Under

In recent years, British shooting has seen an increase in the prominence of higher birds and heavier cartridges.

Reflecting these changes, Purdey is proud to introduce their newest London-made shotgun, specifically designed

for these demanding conditions. As part of its testing, over 150,000 shots were fired to ensure that it can meet

the challenges of today’s sporting world.

Made entirely in Purdey’s London workshop, the new Purdey Trigger Plate Over-and-Under shotgun blends modern manufacturing techniques with the heritage

of traditional hand crafted skills.

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T R I G G E R P L AT E OV E R- A N D - U N D E R S H OTG U N

S TA N DA R D F E AT U R E S

B A R R E L S 28” to 32”.

R I B Solid rib, matted finish.

C H O K E S Teague, a set of five for lead and/or steel.

C H A M B E RS 2¾” or 3”.

P RO O F Lead or steel.

AC T I O N Round bar, trigger plate action.

F I N I S H Silver.

S A F E T Y Automatic or non-automatic.

T R I G G E R Single trigger with detachable trigger menchansim.

S TO C K Satin finish.

H E E L Chequered butt or rubber recoil-pad.

FO R E N D Slim forend.

E N G R AV I N G Rose and scroll.

OVA L Silver oval

G U N C A S E Plastic travel case with tools and accessories.

Further options:

R I B Ventilated rib.

C H O K E S Additional Teague chokes.

S TO C K Traditional oil finish.

H E E L Leather-covered recoil pad.

OVA L Gold oval or inlaid initials.

F I N I S H Colour case hardened.

E N G R AV I N G Bespoke upon request.

G U N C A S E Bespoke case as specified.

E N G R A V I N G

Engraving has always been a feature of gunmaking, but it is in the last 100 years that it has become an

internationally recognised art form in its own right.

Over time, the designs have developed in complexity as a marker of quality and price. Prestigious engravers can

achieve great fame with their work being highly sought after.

Traditionally, a Purdey will feature our iconic ‘fine rose and scroll’ engraving. This style was adopted in the 1880s

and has since been followed by all makers of ‘best’ firearms.

Large scroll engraving, gold inlay work and game scenes, whilst popular today, were relatively rare on Purdey

guns before the Second World War.

However, since then, international collectors began to commission elaborate styles and designs, and as gunmakers

responded to demand, the skills of engravers flourished as never before.

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There are now remarkable engraving specialists wherever fine guns are made. We have immediate access to the most

outstanding, some with waiting times that would usually span many years.

RIGHT HANDED LEFT HANDED

SIDE-BY-SIDE OVER-AND-UNDER HAMMER SPORTER DAMASCUS DOUBLE RIFLEBOLT-ACTION RIFLE

12-BORE 20-BORE 28-BORE OTHER

CHAMBER SIZE STANDARD [2¾] OTHER

BARREL LENGTH [INCH/CM]

SINGLE TRIGGER DOUBLE TRIGGER SPRING-BLADED FRONT TRIGGER

BEADED EDGE TO TRIGGER BOW

RIGHT [OR BOTTOM] CHOKE LEFT [OR TOP] CHOKE TEAGUE CHOKE TUBES * FOR LEAD FOR STEEL

PLAIN RIB FINISH MATTED RIB FINISH FILE CUT RIB

SQUARE BAR ACTION ROUND BAR ACTION ULTRA-ROUND BAR ACTION

THIRD GRIP CLIP SIDES PINLESS LOCK PLATES

TRADITIONAL FINE SCROLL ENGRAVING

EXTRA FINISH OTHER

GOLD PURDEY NAMING INLAID ON LOCKS

GOLD PURDEY ON FOREND AND ACTION

GOLD SERIAL NUMBER

GOLD SAFE INLAID PLAIN SAFE [NO GOLD INLAY] GOLD ‘1’ + ‘2’ ON PAIR

AUTOMATIC SAFE NON-AUTOMATIC SAFE

COLOUR HARDENED FINISH SILVER FINISH

PISTOL GRIP TO STOCK METAL CAP OTHER

PLAIN SILVERS RUBBER HEEL PAD LEATHER COVERED HEEL PAD TOE AND HEEL PIECES SKELETON HEEL PLATE

SPLINTER FOREND BEAVERTAIL FOREND

GOLD OVAL SILVER OVAL GOLD INLAID LETTERS SILVER INLAID LETTERS INITIALS

INLAID MONOGRAM OR CREST IN STOCK

MONOGRAM OR CREST ENGRAVED ON OVAL

EXTRA BARRELS LENGTH CHOKE RIGHT [SxS] BOTTOM [O/U] CHOKE LEFT [SxS] TOP [O/U]

*SET COMPRISES: CYL, IMPCYL, ¼, ½, ¾, FULL

D I M E N S I O N A N D S P E C I F I C A T I O N C H A R T

If you are thinking of ordering a Purdey gun, the following are points of consideration.

O R D E R I N G A P U R D E Y

A Purdey shotgun or rifle is made according to your own exact requirements, which we would be delighted

to discuss with you.

As part of your experience, we recommend a consultation in the Long Room, followed by a gun fitting. Please note that we can arrange fittings in various locations around

the world.

Delivery times vary and will be quoted during ordering.

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For further details, please visit Audley House, telephone +44 (0)20 7499 1801, or email

[email protected]

Audley House, 57-58 South Audley Street, London W1K 2EDTelephone. +44 (0)20 7499 1801 Fax. +44 (0)20 7355 3297 Email. [email protected]

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