Krieghoff Factory Tour Part 1

[@davedunn7759]

Hats off to Kreighoff for allowing a peek inside. Well done 👍🏻

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching.

[@CatmanK80]

Fabulous tour of the Krieghoff factory. I knew Krieghoff was high quality, but didnt appreciate how much work and detail goes into making this exceptional gun. Thanks to Lloyd, John, Wolfgang and everyone at the factory for the amazing insight into the making of a legend

[@lloydyp]

Thank you sir.

[@faycalamezianeelhassani4471]

"....It is stunning, you'll have your Head blown off by the quality, the precision and the level of the details that goes into these guns". As you rightly put it at the beginning of the video, it is all this and more. Look forward to part 2.

[@brianmoore1164]

The best I can figure, I have about three quarters of a million rounds fired through Krieghoff shotguns. Function and performance were always exceptional. Thank you for this tour of where they begin their lives.

[@johnnyholland8765]

There is an old saying "there is a science to everything" and it surely applies here. Amazing workmanship...

[@lloydyp]

Aye they sure know what they are doing

[@kevinarnott9484]

Hats off to Lloyd for the great videos , thank you for your time and work

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching.

[@JG259-io4yd]

LP, Excellent tour video. I've had my K-80 Parcours for just over 2 years. I really enjoyed and appreciate getting to see the process that makes the gun. Thanks for the effort in production.

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man, glad you like it.

[@karlsailor]

Great video! I amazed by how well your guide knew the building process. Also the amount of flex a barrel could do during the straitening process.

[@lloydyp]

Wolfgang manages their engineering department.

[@thatsthewayitgoes9]

He’s a Master Gunsmith

[@honda2555]

Das ist nicht nur Handwerk sondern Kunst !!!

[@lloydyp]

Gennau.

[@stu748r]

This is the best gun production video that I've ever watched and reinforces the quality engineering from this gunmaker. You also got the emphasis perfectly right, on the product and not necessarily on the the presenter. That is a compliment BTW. Can't wait for further episodes.

[@lloydyp]

Thank you Stu. Really good to hear you enjoyed it.

[@ArchR-HLG]

Excellent video. I was a dedicated Beretta shooter until I picked up a K-80 Parcours. I never dreamed I’d buy a “K” gun. The video confirms the quality and craftsmanship you get when you purchase one. And in the US you can get full factory service from Krieghoff gunsmiths at the big shoots. Hard to beat that.

[@lloydyp]

Same here, Alan tours some of the big shoots to offer servicing onsite. Glad you like the show :)

[@sgtawb6904]

WOW! so glad I came across this channel. i love these high end guns , Ill never afford one but I love the craftsman ship that goes into them. Works of art in every respect.

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching man.

[@treemanclint2883]

Now I understand why they cost so much compared to other guns but the time and quality is ten times better. Excellent Craftsmanship

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching, more to come.

[@K80Ed]

Wolfie is an absolute diamond! Good job guys

[@lloydyp]

He is like. Put up with us asking him endless question for 2 straight days like a champ.

[@dgoodman1484]

Brilliant! I always think of these quality guns as an oil painting. Sure you can buy a photocopy cheaper and it will look just as good but it’ll never be an original. Lots of folks like innovation but personally, I prefer time tested perfection. Congrats to them for taking a great design, sticking with it long enough to see what works and perfecting the details. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@lloydyp]

Make sure to watch the rest of the series and, of course, subscribe for more.

[@danhill6333]

Just beginning to see why shotguns can be so damned expensive even before getting into engraving. Looking forward to episode 2. Thanks for sharing this with us Mr. P.

[@chapk80]

Thats why everyone should experience a factory visit. Simply the BEST. 🤩

[@lloydyp]

Agreed.

[@kmcq5984]

Perfect timing. Just received my Pro sporter back today after they fit the new 20 ga. barrel to my receiver. I was expecting to have to sight in both the.12 ga. original barrel and the new 20 but to my amazement they are both spot on. (They had worked on my 12 ga. rib too) I’m assuming they adjusted the 20 ga. rib based on my 12. Their tolerances are unbelievable. What an incredible Company and gun. This video proves why they are the absolute best manufacturer out their. Can’t wait for the next one and thank you for the videos.

[@lloydyp]

And thank you for watching. Be sure and subscribe now 😉

[@mehdidehghani2963]

بسیار عالی ممنون از زحماتتون 🌹

[@craigguilmet6282]

Super job putting this video together, Wolfgang is a terrific spokesman. Great gun manufacturer's, great gun! Thanks for showing.

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man.

[@andrewpinheiro7202]

Man I didn’t think I wanted a fancy shotgun until I saw this

[@lloydyp]

😂 sorry.

[@andrewpinheiro7202]

The worst part is I want a custom fancy shotgun lol definitely expensive but most things I want are

[@komatsuvarna1]

Awesome! Love my K80! Can't wait for 2 & 3! Thanks!

[@lloydyp]

Hope you have watched them, and enjoyed them by now.

[@Drunk_Gaming]

I cannot wait to sit down and give this video the attention it deserves.

[@Top_Shots_Photography]

Great video Lloyd. as you know it more than just another gun, K80s are superb in every sense.

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching, more to come :)

[@gnarshread]

The heat distorting them point of aim of the second/cold barrel is really cool.

[@lloydyp]

I thought you all might like to know.

[@chadnolte9134]

Very interesting and great video showing the precision detail they put into make their guns. Can’t wait for part 2 & 3

[@lloydyp]

Make sure you subscribe 😉

[@AF-O6]

Absolutely brilliant. This might be the best video I’ve ever watched, by far and away best ever on KZbin. I wish I could buy a coffee table book based on this video. I live near the U.S. importer…I’m driving up to order one in a few weeks. Your fortuitous video release makes me wish I had upgraded to a K80 years ago. I don’t even care if I shooter better with it, as I’ll be happy just owning and shooting it!

[@lloydyp]

Thank you sir. Glad you like it.

[@jonstephens682]

Hi Lloyd. Almost got to the end off this video and what a cracking video and cannot wait for the next one, after recently buying a K80 myself it’s very interesting to see how there all made, cracking video 😊

[@jimburnsjr.]

it brings me a deep joy... maybe one that cannot really be described.. to see my brothers and sisters enjoying the dreams of my youth... succeeding at what I had originally aimed my life at being.. and talking... ... about... the lessons i learned. Thank you for posting this video, there are only a few very very fine Gun makers.. on par with J.P. Purdy and sons... Holland and Holland... and similar... each time i see one of these shops i am taken back in time... to a much better place... a much better life... a deeper love of life... a place of love that will make a man fight for all that is good and lovely in creation.... . .... it is the heart of my will... the strange part is..... it was the love of life imparted on me from this trade, that guaranteed i would risk losing it all.... when perceiving a need to rise to the defense of all life from the rape of politicians. i dont know if this made any sense to anyone.... ... but thank you for posting your video... and cheers to the ones working there in the sunlight.

[@staffordboy7824]

Only 5mins in but this is looking superb, brilliant work. John North Yorkshire, England

[@lloydyp]

Hope you enjoyed the other 70 mins. 😂😂

[@garyhamer149]

@lloydyp Amazing job on the Factory tour video . One of the best factory tour videos I've seen

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man.

[@charlesdouglas2877]

Excellent Lloyd. There's a lot of manual content in the manufacture of the barrels. Hence the price probably, unlike the automotive world. Can't wait for the next video.

[@lloydyp]

Good man, glad you enjoyed it.

[@berndl.5214]

It is interesting that Krieghoff shows so freely and openly many manufacturing details. Other manufacturers would never show their cards when it comes to their manufacturing processes. Recognition!

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching.

[@grahamsimpkins1540]

Hi Lloyd That was the most informative and detailed video Now I know way there the price. As the workmanship is just to the next level That was just fantastic Lloyd So looking forward to the next part of the incredible journey Best video yet 👏👏

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man.

[@chrishorner8589]

Awesome detail and relaxed video. Brilliant so far Lloydy!

[@lloydyp]

Thanks Chris.

[@richardlawton1023]

Ive seen their work at several shops in Germany. Incredible work.

[@lloydyp]

They are indeed

[@richardlawton1023]

Great. Well done. Look forward to part two.

[@lloydyp]

It's out, hope you are watching.

[@johnkelly7264]

WOW!. its been my dream for the longest time to own a Krieghoff trap gun. I know that this will never happen, but this video brings me just that little bit closer... metaphysically, THANKS! Subbed here

[@lloydyp]

Thank you john

[@RR93Hunter]

Awesome video. Top of the range production process. Masterpiece and art of manufacturing fine guns! Greetings from Poland!

[@lloydyp]

Thank you. 🙏

[@DFox-ud3gx]

They have the perfect receiver for extra deep relief engraving with just about any style to the graphics on your receiver breath taking job with deep relief. But if I had the money for such gun I'd get a Perazzi in a heart beat. These two guns are tops. To many moving parts in the Kriegoff trigger. Thanks for this episode

[@lloydyp]

😂 thanks for watching.

[@bigdghost3319]

LIoyd, Thank you so much for this video- My K-80 32", 12 ga./ 20 ga. two barrel combo will arrive this month- can't wait to get my hands on a truly well engineered clay busting machine..

[@lloydyp]

Enjoy 😉

[@chrisgrignon3877]

Awesome video thanks nice to see behind the scenes of gun making

[@lloydyp]

Thank you.

[@rudyelizondo1935]

Fantastic vid guys, I’m very impressed excellent quality. If I were 45 years younger I would buy one immediately 😎

[@lloydyp]

Thanks Rudy.

[@mikecessford3207]

Great video, and maybe I just need to watch it again but I the bit I didn't get was watching the barrels being straightened after soldering, but they didn't appear to be attached too the receiver. It's a very impressive process. It would be good to get some commentary about how this compares to Perazzi or the custom built Barretta.

[@lloydyp]

The barrels are straightened individually before being joined. It wouldn’t be possible after. And I can’t really speak about perazzi or beretta while in Krieghoff. That will have to be the subject of a future video or podcast.

[@neilfoster9517]

Just wanted to totally agree the guy from K. who is your guide is down to earth and knowledgable, a lot more believable than a few of the obvious exec's in other video tours that should probably stay in the office.

[@lloydyp]

Wolfgang was great.

[@luisbahamondes7146]

Felicitaciones Lloyd siempre tan informativo tus documentales y sobre todo mostrando una de las mejores escopetas del mundo!! Gracias y saludos desde Chile

[@lloydyp]

Thank you

[@scottpruitt9067]

Phenomenal video!!! Thank You!!!

[@lloydyp]

Glad you liked it, thanks for watching.

[@JustinRockefeller137]

Krieghoff is the highest quality shotgun ever produced and also one of the most expensive. Many people aspire to own them. Kreighoff also uses the world’s top shotgun engravers such as G. Stoegner (aka G. Stogner) who has created 7 Krieghoff “Guns of the Year,” more than any engraver. Recently, a G. Stoegner gun sold for more than $100,000 US on the secondary market. The #2 Kreighoff engraver is Jana Schilling, whose 2009 Krieghoff Gun of the Year also sold for $110,000 US at Pacific Sporting Arms in February 2024 (call and ask them). Kreighoff shotguns are a good investment and store of value, like high end collectible cars - the better engravers almost always bring a financial premium when they are resold. Other top Krieghoff engravers are #3. Goeser, 4. Reich, 4. Nonn (tie), and 5. Creative Arts.

[@TurdFregusonK80]

Proud owner of two K-80s and this video just reinforces what I already knew...that the Krieghoff K-80 is the finest clay breaking tool money can buy.

[@skigdividerx4991]

Expensive guns are just show pieces for people with more money than sense.

[@CraigK80]

@@skigdividerx4991and yet you came here to watch the video 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@lloydyp]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@TurdFregusonK80]

@@skigdividerx4991 You’ve failed to understand that these guns are an investment. When I started shooting they were around $10,000. Today they start at $15,000. When my shooting days are over and I monetize my guns, the cost of owning one of these wonderful guns will be minimal. So thank you for sharing your opinion on my post but I frankly could care less what you think.

[@skigdividerx4991]

Expensive gun=small Winnie!@@CraigK80

[@ИгорьФедосеев-ф5м]

Так заморачиваюсь со сведением стволов, поэтому такие и дорогие ружья!

[@khalidyaghi3163]

It was a wonderful video and looking forward for part 2. Can we know when part 2 will be posted? I hope part 2 cover the different gage sizes 12-20-28-36 and the price of each and where are the dealers available overall the world! It is good for me and for others to know. Keep good work up and hope these types of manufacturers don’t close.

[@lloydyp]

About 2 hours ago.

[@puttesandgren4512]

Very cool to watch! 👍💪👍

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man.

[@benstallard9924]

the barrel straightening guy got some skills..

[@lloydyp]

They all do.

[@kurtdimos4776]

Great video, now I know why a new barrel costs so much 😅

[@lloydyp]

Quality is never cheap.

[@kurtricketts1618]

Great to see the progress and precision of krieghoff, I can imagine you had to wait a long time to get an invitation to see this. Hats off to you and it’s brilliant for our viewing pleasure. I could make room for one but my high tech s way prettier 😂😂

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching man

[@jh1982a]

thanks for sharing...

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching!

[@TMFShooting]

Another Great Video 💯💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥💥

[@lloydyp]

Thank you.

[@nabilalateeqi4757]

Very good video

[@lloydyp]

Thanks man.

[@neilfoster9517]

Great video I own an older K-20 but it's every bit the mini Tank. Lol. I need to sell my P+V before I can jump into a K-80 Par.

[@lloydyp]

K20 is a lovely little thing.

[@Sagitario23]

Exelente video ¡¡👏👏

[@smokinclays777]

Great vlog, do you have a favourite out of the three factory visits?

[@lloydyp]

Krieghoff was the most interesting to me technically, obvs the perazzi factory made my gun, so that's special in a different way. Beretta is impressive because of size and scope, as well as the extreme investment in automation. Browning in Liege is very different, more of a boutique for very very expensive hand made guns.

[@TIGAXTAMAN]

Thanks you for share video

[@lloydyp]

Always welcome

[@bobbythompson3544]

Surprised they allow a Perazzi employee in for a look around!

[@ocotillodavid2296]

I knew some of the Mortenson family in Rockford. Mr. Mortenson was a gunsmith who made custom long guns. His legacy apparently died with him. Does anyone know how to contact his survivors?

[@jc73]

In addition, this Krieghoff brand is of German tradition. and at least the honor of speaking in German, you English believe that you have seen and done everything, it's still incredible

[@Serenityindailylife]

If you make the same exact product for 150 years, you can pretty much refine it to an infinite degree.

[@peterkagan1116]

Watched the every second of this, ( as I do all of your content) Given the passion you’ve expressed for your Perazzi High Tech, and the in depth tour of that process, it may be incumbent on you to define your choice between the two, the nuanced differences, why you switched from K to P and would you ever go back again? I’m interested because I’m considering a purchase myself…Thank you LP.

[@lloydyp]

Ive covered this in other videos and on the podcast I believe. I have also said that Krieghoff is the only gun I would willingly go to from the Perazzi. The DT11 is a great gun, but it's not a Krieghoff.

[@peterkagan1116]

Thank you for responding. I’m going to San Antonio Tx in week to see Nationals and hopefully to test shoot K,P and compare to my Blaser F3. I don’t see a link to your podcast, is that Patreon?

[@lloydyp]

@peterkagan1116 look on your podcast app for “the broken gun”

[@sjlga1]

This made the price I paid for mine a lot more reasonable ;-)

[@lloydyp]

Glad to hear it.

[@Stan7670]

How much of a discount without engraving?

[@ShotawayFilms]

Impressive

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching.

[@TheMatthooks]

So something like 100 hours of pure labour. Then add material costs and overhead, power costs, distribution, advertising. You're looking at a realistic cost of well over £10k per gun. Without taking in to account thw machinery investment because that's spread over probably hundreds of thousands of guns so only a few quid per gun. No idea what they retail at but you'd expect somewhere around £25k to £30k?

[@lloydyp]

Starting at 16k or thereabouts.

[@capncharlie7894]

0:59 ?

[@AlsAllAussieAdventures]

Great video and cool factory tour... but this has NOTHING on the Beretta factory... cant really compare them at all to be honest.

[@lloydyp]

No gunmaker can compare to the scale of Beretta to be fair.

[@ibelieve1468]

Fan bloody tastic

[@lloydyp]

Thank you.

[@brianduffy5193]

Great video, but unfortunately would have to sell the house for one

[@lloydyp]

Aye, quality isnt cheap.

[@terjebergstrom6038]

❤❤❤🥰🥰🥰💖💖💖

[@georgekhodr4443]

German Perfection ... Krieghoff

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching

[@georgekhodr4443]

Can`t wait to watch part 2@@lloydyp

[@Onethirtytwo]

Hello, Krieghoff service department? Please pick up the phone, my K32 20 gauge barrel set isn't resetting the hammers...Hello? Voicemails Full? Hmmm...

[@lloydyp]

Judging by your profile you are in the US, in which case you need to contact Otisville, this is a UK channel, so I’m not sure if they will see this comment.

[@12bore36]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching.

[@Александр86-у9д]

Хорошее производство

[@lloydyp]

thank you

[@paulmitchell5324]

I fell asleep watching this🫠

[@lloydyp]

I hope that’s because you were relaxed rather than bored.

[@Igori_84]

👌👏👏

[@lloydyp]

🙏

[@MegaRiffraff]

👍🏻

[@lloydyp]

Thanks for watching

[@pooryaradpoor3156]

Germany I love Germany.

[@bradnerling7156]

A KOLAR gun is way higher quality and is Al around better shooting gun. Just saying.

[@lloydyp]

That’s a bold claim Brad. Based on what?

[@bussi7859]

Gegenseitige Bewunderung stinkt

[@lloydyp]

Ich gehe davon aus, dass Sie ein Blaser-Fan sind :D