Now the UK shooting season is on pause until August, it’s the perfect time to think about the servicing and maintenance that will keep your gun in best condition when it’s ready to reload. “The Purdey experience doesn’t end when you buy the gun,” says Aftersales Service Manager Jim Bryan, who has been with Purdey for over 30 years. “These are investment pieces, so ongoing engagement and aftercare is a key part of what we offer. It’s a show of our confidence in everything we do.” From servicing to storage, no one knows your gun as well as we do.
Every Purdey is designed and built to be handed down through the generations, and regular servicing and maintenance is a vital part of preserving its condition and longevity well into the future. Today’s shooting world is constantly evolving and innovating, and while faster and heavier game cartridges are thrilling, they do take a toll on your guns. Our team is noticing greater wear than ever before, but with the proper care, you can enjoy time spent in the field without compromising your equipment.
Taking good care of your gun makes all the difference to your performance in the field too, and this starts with cleaning, a simple and effective way to ensure longevity. We’ve put together a straightforward guide for the various models and parts, as well as maintenance kits for everything you’ll need to keep things pristine. For standard cleaning and best results, we advise that you clean your gun in the following order: starting with the action, followed by the forend, barrels (internal and external), ejectors, and removable chokes (where fitted). Gun oil should be used sparingly as excess oil or cleaner can damage the stock. For specific assistance, our team is happy to advise you.
Servicing is just as important, an essential part of the annual sporting routine. Purdey offers a full range of servicing and repair options, some focused specifically on the mechanics, barrels, stock or engraving, others on general maintenance, and all undertaken by our expert team. There are also two services designed for ease and time efficiency – especially for those who like to leave servicing to the final hour.
For the quick one-hour check our team carries out a full assessment of your gun, before recommending any alterations or repairs. If the gun needs work, you can leave it at the factory in west London or return it whenever suits. Alternatively, the ‘speedy service’ is perfect for a last-minute overhaul: you’ll have the gun stripped, cleaned and back in your hands within one week. While we recommend a full service at the start or end of the season, these quick options provide an opportunity to keep your gun in top condition at any time.
Each Purdey comes with a five-year warranty, and Jim Bryan and his team continue to check in periodically post-purchase, offering servicing and repair as required. With certain models, the team also encourages you to get hands-on with your gun. The Purdey Sporter, for example, is designed with more accessible components, so you can engage with the gun yourself.
You can learn more about Purdey services and repairs, here. And the Purdey team is always available on a 1-1 basis, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our end goal is simply to better support you in the field.