My £400 Mistake....

[@scottmc9098]

Would love to see a service video on this! Looks a cracking bargain, well done.

[@NoWr2Run]

100%

[@woodydroneson]

I don't know much about shotguns, but I have a 40+ old air rifle, and being in my 50s I like the look of the craftsmanship of the old guns, a bit of TLC and cleaning and it should last another 30+ years of moderate use and care/maintenance :) I am restoring my old air rifle now, but it still works :)

[@nolandenton1224]

I have the same problem - guess it’s a good thing I’m not in the UK or else I’d have a truckload of guns from auction. I already spend too much time in the local pawn & gun shop. New guns are nice but there’s a lot to be said for classics. I think you got a fantastic deal - I’m jealous.

[@NoWr2Run]

DAMN, I couldn't have said it better myself, Sir.

[@martiniles1809]

Holts has some amazing guns in their auctions, and thanks to Jonny for presenting them. I wonder what happens to the ones that don't sell?. I really liked that gun that belonged to the last king of Afghanistan. Had I known at the time I would have put in a bid for Lady Meux's 28 bore, but I don't think that I would have won.

[@smaug01]

I have an old (approx 1870-90?) SxS Shotgun with Damascus barrels. Both lock plates are marked only with the name DEAN. Only a bit of engraving on the screws and borders of the lockplates. External hammers and a break open lever curving around the right side operates a bottom center latching mechanism. Lockup is tight with no wobble. The number "903" appears on the lower tang, (or perhaps "206" if read from the other side). Under each barrel on the frame are proof or Maker's marks which appear to be crossed Battle Axes or Keys surmounted by a Crown. I have been told that the Crown indicates that the Gunmaker indicates "by appointment to" some Royal or another. Ditto under each barrel along with the proof marks which are difficult to describe, though probably recognizable to an expert in old English Doubles. The metal is patinated, with the Damascus barrels having a brown patina. The Damascus figure is still very clear and apparent. No major pitting or bad rusting to be found. It appears to have been a beautifully made and is tightly fitted to a top quality walnut stock, with fantastic figure and crotch, but definitely in the English style and with a bit of cast-off. Many dings to the wood but no major cracks. I have been unable to find any information on the maker, and nothing comes up on the net. I would sincerely appreciate getting any information regarding this gun if possible, which I am pretty sure is a fine old English Fowling piece. A range of dates would be appreciated.

[@bluntinstrument6070]

Great stuff. Bid on Holts myself and I understand your passion. Do what makes you happy. You can never have too many guns.

[@TheBarnaclese]

It's UNANIMOUS, we are requesting a Service video on the Gamba!!! Thanks to you ole chap, I've just grabbed a few items from Holts, even got to meet the main man himself. Not sure if I've grabbed some bargains, or if I've just thrown some cash down the drain but hey, the funs gonna be in finding out so let's see...

[@lookarabbit2888]

I admire the confidence this guy's got to just look right down the barrel without having to awkwardly assure viewers it's clear.

[@brucemiller8109]

on the original video he looked down the barrel and pushed the barrel lever over and 2 shell popped out...TAKE 2 Video Mate.

[@danielbernier9115]

me too , I'd still check lol * for the uninformed,if nothing else.

[@brucemiller8109]

@@danielbernier9115 Dan their use to be a video years ago that had a American test firing a pump shotgun that failed to fire, looked down the barrel and a second after it fires blowing his ball cap off...not hurt but shaken...hang fire with old/bad ammo, I about pissed myself laughing. Need Basic Safety for any weapon usage.

[@danielbernier9115]

@@brucemiller8109 I've seen that video lol I agree

[@DaveDeVault]

I watched a guy do this at my local range. Stopped me dead in my tracks and I thought "I am going to be on the news explaining how this guy just painted the back of the shooting range with the inside of his head."

[@raidmaster6879]

I know almost nothing about break action shotguns so seeing you talk about it was fascinating. In my mind, it looked like a beautiful piece of work.

[@tonyzhu403]

Stoeger Condor Review ever? It is unfortunate that O/U / SxS are so expensive in North America. Greetings from Canada.

[@RagingOatmeal]

Yea man. Tired of seeing shitty churchills and akkars for 1000$ new lol

[@chrishickman9738]

Just bought my first sealed bid from Holts & I'm hooked too, like yourself... A cheap bid for a cracking 20g It needs a new butt pad, existing one is perished but i knew that when I bid :) It fits well, swings well & is a little gem.

[@hammyh1165]

Jonny ... You've probably had that trigger unit out more times in this video than the whole of its life before this 😂

[@tgsoutdoors]

😂 is it not normal!

[@grahampawson1502]

@@tgsoutdoors🤣😂🤙👏

[@stuarthawkes1382]

Love this, would be great to see this as a refurb/service job.

[@bencrane8505]

Speaking as a casual US clay shooter who shoots a carbon fiber finish Browning Maxus, if I saw that in a shop for $300, I’d be trying to figure out perfect alignment to cram one more long gun to my safe. Remember, you never know how many guns you can fit in a safe, until you have too. It’d be coming home no questions.

[@VRAS4570]

How a channel like this has not even 100k subs blows my mind. Love your channel and videos. Greetings from Germany.

[@richarddixon7276]

Take in give it a really good clean & service , then show us what You did & how You did it . I'm sure it'll come up lovely , and all those who come up with the hate mail are probably just jealous .

[@kylereckart9989]

Looks like a great buy for you, love the Zoli like removable trigger set as well.

[@royjennison3916]

to be honest i like it , its a steal to be honest , I would have bought it , just to remove the trigger . love it .

[@NoWr2Run]

" JUST TO REMOVE THE TRIGGER ", LMAO.

[@jameswilson6717]

Wow Johny a think you’ve found a little gem there,you know what done it for me was just the joy in your face when you were shooting it when’s all said and done it reliable solid and fits you well but mostly you seem to love shooting it what a bargain.Them birds best get there flak jacket on

[@tommyleemaddox1033]

Gambas are a great buy at that price. Mine was considerably more but it shoots like a champ!

[@andybannon7680]

Here in the USA great buy! In the last sealed bid I so wanted to buy the 2 Irish side by sides (braddell and Keegan)

[@mallardcutter7209]

I would have done the exact same thing !! Keep it a little while and see what you can do with it. Mike make a good rain gun !

[@georgegeorgiev2610]

Its a nice gun, plus the price is great, as long as there is no rust its a bargain. I like it, except that the trigger can be pulled out without any button or screw to take down..

[@martinhambleton5076]

Sorry Jonny, I did have a chuckle at your super bling gun. I was half expecting an impression of Ali G. However it does put a smile on your face, and would be a great talking point at the clay ground, or a days pheasant shooting. Very fascinating, unusual and very interesting.

[@andyg3240]

They’d want 1500 or 2000 here in the state’s.

[@39jennydog]

I used to have a Gamba Daytona, fitted with Rhino chokes and a higher grade of wood than yours, which eventually cracked at the grip. I had it repaired and shot it for a couple of years. The biggest mistake I've made was buying a Yildiz Pro Sport after watching your review of one. That gun was a stout kicker as they say in the U.S.A. and the finish on the stock was terrible

[@tgsoutdoors]

It’s no comparison to a Daytona that’s for sure

[@39jennydog]

@@tgsoutdoors It was your salesman tone with the Yildiz! I'm over 70 so I should not be so daft!

[@matspencer3860]

buying it Because it fits you is still and always will be the most important factor in any gun, I bet you don’t find to many that fit you (ish) Jonny

[@The_Elite_Emerald]

All you shotgun shooters tell me why I am wrong, but the way I figure it the most important parts of a shotgun are reliability and ergonomics, does it fit and feel good and deal with recoil well and does it fire and cycle every time, if so it’s a good shotgun, without having bent barrels it is impossible to screw up a shotguns inherent accuracy it is firing a bunch of pellets and where they go is controlled chance, unlike a rifle whose every action and barrel detail determines how reliably it places a shot, so if you find a good feeling cheap or old shotguns that works for you, there is no need to get fancy. I shoot trap with a 130 year old Parker Bros. Side-by-Side, and it works great for me (only issue is that it kicks like a mule and on summer days gloves are required.)

[@SamhainBe]

Always appreciate the honesty of your reviews - Thank you.

[@avkanakgün]

Hello, I want to ask a question like this. For example, is the barrel inner diameter of a 12 gauge smoothbore shotgun 1/2? 2/3? 3/4? Etc. Which one makes better grouping and gives better results in flying and fleeing hunts? As a hunter, I am very curious about this. I would be very happy if you answer my question and I will gain information about a subject I do not know. Thank you very much, I am waiting for your answers.

[@muhammadmubashir8864]

We would definitely love to see a service video for this beauty!

[@RagingOatmeal]

That looks just like a Citori clone. Pretty interesting. Im super jealous you can spend 400 on a gun like that

[@markwierzbicki5307]

“Who needs more guns?” What kind of a question is that? Life it too short to just have one. You wouldn’t go round a golf course, using just one club. As you say all guns break, and as a first or a cheap gun ? I would suggest at £400 it it worth every penny of anyones money. You certainly sold it to me, ( however, getting it past she who must be obeyed might be a problem).

[@tgsoutdoors]

Hoping ‘she’ doesn’t watch this one …

[@ddoherty5956]

@@tgsoutdoors buy a box of light cartridges and claim you bought it for her "No love, I wouldn't be seen dead with all that gold on it..." 🤣

[@tgsoutdoors]

It’s for the kid, I’ll just look after it for 13 years

[@markwierzbicki5307]

@@tgsoutdoors don’t think that would wash with my good lady as he is 22 and has / had his own section 2. I could say “for the grand kids” but I doubt I will see any ! 😂

[@tallen702]

8:09 "Who needs more guns" Well, that's just the silliest question ever asked! I just bought myself another O/U and realized I'm out of room in the safes. Now I need more safes.

[@raybishop3176]

With as easy as the trigger assembly removes, what happens if it gets lost? Can you get another?

[@tgsoutdoors]

That is a good question - probably not easily. Some searching may find one in Europe - or for £300 just buy another one, and share the unit between the two

[@JG259-io4yd]

Great video, look forward to the service video.

[@hammyh1165]

I do the same and have a cheeky bid , last time was a disaster though 🙈 Got another cheeky bid in again this time though 😂

[@stog9821]

I guess there’s no harm in a little bling, but you don’t usually associate it with the Brits. Is there any particular merit to a detachable trigger? Easier to adjust? To replace a trigger lock?

[@PranciePaws]

That looks really good with the gold. Different but good. Had a cheeky bid myself in the march auction and ended up with a couple for me and my son to use as our first shotguns.

[@Patrick_B687-3]

GOLD, Baby! Would some people over there call that naff? I wouldn’t care if I liked it.

[@schragdawg9727]

Beautiful gun! I wish I could find fine specimens like it in the states for a reasonable price!

[@jamesdean5418]

the wood is ok.... light sand drop of tru oil, jobs a good'n

[@usp40guy5]

"who needs more guns?" That will be the inscription on my tombstone

[@georgesakellaropoulos8162]

Any decent double barreled shotgun is a bargain at twice the price. My CZ Bobwhite was $695 out the door and it's a nice solid, but not extravagant gun that I'm very happy with.

[@DFox-ud3gx]

Johnny what a banging of a gun It fits you nicely great show

[@jassonquinn3251]

Please take that on a hunt this fall and get the other hunters reaction on camera when you pull it out of case

[@KathrynLiz1]

Nice gun...... as you said, it needs a clean...... score!

[@chrisshaw2001]

I think that's spot on for the price

[@NarcisAdrianD]

The devil is in the details😁 This is my kind of gun as well! Many shoot cartriges without any problems, Johny!

[@GMec78]

In the states it’s easy to sell those types of mistakes

[@tgsoutdoors]

It would be here too, if and when I am ready to part with it

[@davetaylor8858]

I'm not a shooter but it looks like you've got a cracking looking gun at a cracking price.

[@sha6mm]

Yes you need a Remington 1100

[@akaroth7542]

Glad it worked out

[@coon3869]

That’s a $1,500 gun in America all day long.

[@tgsoutdoors]

It should be one in the U.K., but current fashions lean towards ‘NEW’ cheaply made meh guns

[@jacobzachary5631]

This makes me happy… glad I’m not the only impulse buyer

[@JHruby]

Will you be adding spinning gold wheel covers to your Range Rover now Johnny? Now that you've elevated your bling game ... But seriously. Nice demonstration of the fact that there ARE bargains out there if you're willing to buy function and fit rather than brand. As a point of order £400 is roughly $480 and you wouldn't be finding anything like that shotgun on the American market for that price because that would be giving it away. That gun is $6-700 all day every day because the alternative at that price point is nowhere near as good.

[@tgsoutdoors]

Just need to source a bargain auction Range Rover first…

[@stevegreenaway9527]

I have one, fantastic gun. Found it on the salesroom auction room. 30 quid I paid due to a spelling mistake on the listing 🤣 Just recently had the barrels reblued, hammer springs replaced and 1 new firing pin. It's now up for sale.

[@CREvothegreater]

i'll give u 20 quid for it.....

[@andrewbayram765]

So jealous.

[@168dac]

Very Interesting Video, I'd love to see a service video too

[@ddoherty5956]

Nice to see you doing one for fun Jonny, When are you doing another rifle hunt/ catch n cook? Also thought it would be interesting to have a look at some wildfowling round the Wash/Essex etc. not sure on the seasons though.

[@ddoherty5956]

Just the job Peter, I thought that's where you had been, fighting the good fight and knocking the little blighters out of the sky 🤣🤣🤣

[@ddoherty5956]

@Pete graham So what do you think of Jonny's show. I prefer it to field sports to be honest. If you want some others to have a look at just say 😉

[@ddoherty5956]

@Pete graham the offers always there 🖤🐓🐓🤣🤣🤣

[@ddoherty5956]

@Pete graham I can't believe you missed the English Shooting live stream ☹️

[@ddoherty5956]

@Pete graham Gophers, you must have a serious invasive species issue Pete, you need to get a licence today. I don't think shooting 🦀s is the way to go though...make an appointment, see a Dr 😉

[@Blondejam]

Nice vid JC. Really enjoyable!

[@tonymorgan3526]

Great video, was it fixed chokes, or did I miss that bit, it's still a pretty gun tho 👍

[@Oldclimber1]

It a bit reminds me of the the Franchi I bought ... for 300 dollars more. But I can hit with it, so ... ehhhhh.

[@markcooper1505]

Yes would love to see a service on it, I've just had my gun serviced and want to see what gets done and would like to see if any difference afterwards

[@fullchoke01]

Did it come with a pink cadillac or do you supply your own?? Haha in all seriousness not a bad bit of kit, used quality over new cheap is always where i go, once you kniw and understand good engineering its hard to look at things like the ata and think decent, that mid rib and angle on lower reciever face still gives me nightmares

[@den71uk]

Great bargain, i love the looks of it

[@cplcabs]

Oof, that shotkam is nice but extremely expensive. Nice gun too.

[@marcusmiller7926]

There's one on guns international with a extra barrel 2199$ so u got a good deal.

[@chrisshaw2001]

You know what I think you'd be hard pressed to find a O/U for £300

[@vrsmartin2981]

How do you find the shotkam? Is there any other cheaper options?

[@tgsoutdoors]

We tried cheaper options before hand on a couple of occasions. They are harder to use or end up falling apart with hard use.

[@redduc9523]

Now if that was in the shop when you wanted to buy the Stoeger I would have said, “YES please do!!”

[@tgsoutdoors]

😂 that Stoeger was a bargain

[@redduc9523]

@@tgsoutdoors the more I think about the more I feel I should have let you spend the $$$🫣 Just think of the stories it would tell, Also I could tell people when I lent it out: “It was bought by Jonny from TGS, please don’t scratch it!”

[@DrBreezeAir]

I love how by the end it becomes a used gun buyer's advice.

[@RagingOatmeal]

What shirt is that which you are wearing. Looks nice

[@darellkettley6622]

Who doesn’t like a bit of Gold !!😳🤣

[@tgsoutdoors]

I seem to be an Addict for it at the moment

[@ddoherty5956]

@@tgsoutdoors Carry on like this and you'll need to swap your shooting stick for a pimp stick,🤣 You can go by the name shoot dawg 🤣🤣🤣👍

[@barrytillotson6229]

These guns were made by Guido Gamba you should have done your homework on the History of G Gamba, Renato is Guido's brother who took over the gun making side, by the way fratelli in italy means brother

[@jeffreybarton1297]

To me, that gun is an absolute beauty. And a bargain!

[@peterbarnett5838]

great vidio . would like to see a service vidio on this gun .I also bid on this gun obviusly not quite enough.

[@tgsoutdoors]

😂 sorry, you are welcome to borrow it any time

[@funkla65]

Not a mistake, unless it languishes in the back corner of your safe! Truthfully, though, someone SHOULD have outbid you.. Someone who is otherwise buying a cheap Turkish gun (and I'm not a trasher of Turks; I own 4 Yildizes). That gun is a much better option for most than getting beaten up by a lightweight aluminum receivered gun.

[@tgsoutdoors]

It is likely to languish, but I shall enjoy it every time I push past it to grab another!

[@lukedog7028]

Need to wear a giant hat with a peacock feather or two in it when you go hunting with that one.

[@raytinsman2672]

You got the deal of the day, 2500$ and up in the states

[@OliCM3]

I think it looks revolting, but I like your description of how it feels

[@oscarsundin5252]

Love your videos! Is the gun steel proof? Greetings from Sweden!

[@austinatchison3716]

Hey Jonny, why has gold on guns fallen out of favor for in the last two decades? I’m not gonna lie this example might be a bit extreme but I don’t necessarily hate the look. Is gold on a shotgun a detriment or asset to its value provided it looks proportional to the shape and style?

[@georgesakellaropoulos8162]

I have a Franchi Veloce 28 that has just a touch of gold on it and it looks quite nice. A little looks good but too much is, to me, for lack of a better word, chintzy.

[@FormerMPSGT]

Thought you were going to say: WIBBLY WOBBLY TYME WYME!

[@edcooke1209]

That’s a beautiful gun. I’m confused about the title of your video in which you use the word “mistake”. Is that an example of the wonderful British sarcasm that sailed over my head? I watched the video till the end, but I didn’t hear you say anything negative about the gun (I’m American so perhaps I missed your complaints due to the language barrier). If you’re unhappy with the gun I’d be happy to buy it from you. Best regards to you from America.

[@vincedececio8000]

Lol, could be your new miruku🤣👍

[@BobbysGunChannel]

Good video as always, I did find it a little irritating that he kept pulling the trigger out though. No hate, just my 2p

[@leetester8612]

I would like to see a service video

[@dazsear1170]

I can’t help thinking you would not have got the gun if there was no gold plating on it despite what you said!

[@hillbillyscholar8126]

It's a sickness really. Every time I say "enough" I "need" another. Look at the positives, your addiction is less expensive than most. oO

[@Kaelland]

So, what was the mistake? Did you overpay for it? Or did it make you realize that you've overpaid for a lot of your other guns given how good this one is?

[@John-uo1qf]

It's so....... Shiny 😂

[@Rprecision]

Is it possible to purchase from Holts from the USA?

[@tgsoutdoors]

It is indeed.

[@janningkohl2765]

Hey mate, you've got a marvelous gun in your hands. I own a Rottweil Montreal with detachable triggers. Having children around, it's as safe as a hammer.... And it shoots simply as it should. Don't know about the history of this manufacture, but to me it looks like a perfect bargain. Mine would have been CHF 4´650.- (!!!!!)

[@davidmartin2957]

The boy done well.

[@turbodrawspeed]

We can't buy any o/u in the US for $400

[@Aleksitusasd]

I must admit that I puckered up a bit at 2:36

[@escapesuburbia1594]

I should have bid on that

[@tgsoutdoors]

Yes, you should.

[@D6Dave]

Pimp my gun 😂 love it

[@kenlansing1216]

All that gold threw off the balance point.

[@basshnter1997]

I'd rock that at the clay ground.

[@grahambamford9073]

The pimp gun..... gold plated gold.

[@tgsoutdoors]

Like a mafia boss’ gun

[@grahambamford9073]

More like a mafia bosses gold tooth.....🤣