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For Westley Richards it was a challenge but also a decade which proved the firm’s mettle, especially in the realm of the modern big game hunter. The first half of the twentieth century shows how well Westley Richards was patronised by the Royal families of the Empire and beyond. Indian princes, oriental emirs, shahs, ambassadors and various shades of European nobility were en...


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As we reviewed the blog’s analytics to assemble 2025’s 'Best of…' collection, we uncovered a few unexpected insights and a handful that came as no surprise at all. Part 1, published recently, has showcased our best g...


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Every year, the Westley Richards editorial team pushes to keep The Explora vibrant and relevant. Our deep dive into this year’s analytics surfaced fascinating insights, confirming both unexpected hits and consistent pillars of interest.

For 2025, our 'Best of…' arrives as a two-part feature. P...


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Most lock patents essentially differed little from the principles of the percussion sidelock, with hammers either on the outside or inside of a lock-plate. Anson & Deeley revolutionised lock design in 1875 and reduced the number of parts dramatically. The A&D requires only a mainspring, a sear spring, a tumbler, a sear and a cocking dog to work.


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Seasonal gifting should be considered, not complicated. Our team has curated a collection of refined ‘his & hers’ gifts that are beautifully made, eminently useful, and perfectly suited to being sent near or far, just in time for Christmas.


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