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GUN TEST WEBLEY AND SCOTT 920K

suspend from above and the cocking levers – which are captive with the hammers – engage with the ejectors only when the tumbler powers forward during firing. Trigger pulls are crisp, the ejectors are timed correctly and thanks to the fact it has been cut from a single piece of steel the action frame is a very solid affair.

The action hinges open on stub pins with an action wide bolt engaging the bite at the

bottom of the monoblock for a secure lock up.

As you can see from the pictures here there’s a bare minimum of border engraving and the maker’s name is highlighted in silver, as too is the Webley and Scott logo and the gun’s model number.

The laser cut chequering follows traditional patterns and the Webley and Scott logo cut into the

base of the pistol grip has also been done by laser. It’s a

nice finishing touch.The stock has a 14 3/8in

length of pull – which might prove a tad short

for some shooters - and is finished with a thin black rubber recoil pad with a hard heel for smooth mounting. Drops at comb and heel are pretty standard at 1 3/8in and 2 ¼ in respectively and there’s a slight right cast of a couple of mm.

The 920 weighed in at just under 6lb 13oz which is fine in my book for a gun designed for game and rough shooting but one that might also be used for a bit of clay breaking. Its weight and balance really does enhance its position as an all-rounder.

Distributors, Highland Outdoors, do a pre-delivery inspection on all their guns and they provide a check list to say it has been thoroughly inspected before it leaves their workshop. They also back the Webley and Scott range with a three year warranty. SG

KEY FEATURES

Y ou could say Webley and Scott’s new 20 bore O/U is a gun for all

occasions thanks to the fact it comes in two different guises and three barrel lengths to suit the long, short and the tall.

The one I’ve been evaluating is the field model with 30in barrels but there’s a Sporter version with the same length tubes – and both are also available with 26 or 28in barrels according to customer preference.

It’s a good looking gun with all the metal work finished in black apart from the gold trigger and a brass foresight. The very noticeable blacking is

extremely deep and glossy and this quality has been achieved by polishing the metal to a very high standard indeed.

The narrow ventilated top rib has been matted to reduce glare and the tubes used on this gun are true and well finished. The makers tell me the barrel black in future will go over to a black chrome which will give maximum protection from the elements.

In contrast, all the internal parts of the gun are silver and finished to a good standard. The mechanism is clean and simple, with hammers powered by coil springs pivoting from the bottom of the action. The sears

The stock and Schnabel fore-end have been oil finished. Quality is OK and fine for a gun of this price.

Minimal engraving, but none the worse for it. Good quality blacking.

Pronounced pistol grip radius. The barrels have passed superior magnum proof for 3in cartridges and carry the special steel shot proof mark.

Low profile action with stub hinge pins set into the walls.

JASON’S VERDICT“This gun is nicely put together and finished – and at £775 it represents extremely good value for money! I particularly like the pronounced pistol grip because it gives a positive feel and helps direct the gun naturally. The fore-end shape looks and feels good too.”

PRICE: £775

MORE DETAILS: From the importers - Highland Outdoors, PO BOX 10024, North Kilworth, Lutterworth, Leics. Telephone 0845 0990252. Email sales@highlandoutdoors.co.uk or www.highlandoutdoors.co.uk

MARKS OUT OF 100:

Build Quality 23/25

Handling 22/25

Styling 22/25

Value for money 24/25

TOTAL SCORE 91/100

Five flush-fit multichokes and a key are supplied along with a small ABS carrying case to keep them safe.

A WEBLEY WINNER?

Hammers are powered by coil springs and the sears are suspended from the top of the action.

Looking for a nicely made 20 bore but don’t want to spend a fortune in the process? Then cast an eye over this Webley and Scott, says Jason.

The game gun is fitted with an automatic safe return bar as standard and the safety catch also acts as the barrel selector.

Plain, simple...and beautifully priced.