John Rigby & Co., London

My wife and I just returned from a two week vacation in London and Paris. On one of our "off days" in London, my wife remained at the hotel and I took to the "tubes" for a visit of the John Rigby and Co. showroom and workshop.

After a short subway ride and walk through several London neighborhoods, I arrived at 13-19 Pensbury Place.

My visit was unannounced, but I couldn't have received a warmer welcome. I was allowed to freely wander the workshop and showroom. Rigby's staff was extremely friendly, took the time to answer my many questions, and brought out many rifles in various states of completion for me to view. Below are several photos of the workers and the workshop.

In the showroom I was allowed to handle a number of new and vintage Rigby rifles and view mementos of the hunt.

A real highlight was being able to handle Jim Corbett's 275 Rigby Mauser.

I would like thank the Rigby staff for their hospitality, the tea we shared, and the totally unexpected gift of the book, "Rigby A Grand Tradition".

Gentlemen, Thank you.

Rigby is most definitely back!

Lee