Boss & Co - A Short History of the Worlds Finest Gunmaker

Whilst at Holts, who had an impressive amount of Boss shotguns in, Simon Reinhold took me through the early History of the company from its inception to WW2.

Enjoy!

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[ddoherty]

Simon needs to bring out an audio book, seriously well researched and informed authority.

[robertbishop]

Interesting comments about the gunmakers who had financial difficulties because of non payment. I have a photo of the ledger showing the purchase of my 1863 Purdey. The purchaser, a solicitor, got a 10% discount for paying cash.

[dtaylor]

Simon is always fun to watch. Super enthusiastic, great orator and story teller. Boss has such an interesting history.
Thanks everyone, great instalment.

[petes.]

Best 30 mins of viewing for a long time, hung on every word.Boss ‘rose and scroll’ can’t beat it.

[mikeproctor]

Super cool video! Two thumbs up for Boss & Co., I presently own and shoot a 1928 Boss with 29" barrels. It has it's original oak and leather case and was imported here to the U.S. in 1928. It has the original owner's address in ink wrote on the front lid.

[herrmauser]

Absolutely brilliant. Have Simon make similar programs about Woodward, Stephen Grant and some of his favourite makers.

[robertwhinnen]

This the sixth time I have watched this in 3 days. Fantastic!

[normjohnson]

Bravo, once again you connect with the intellect of the wing shooter! Boss & Co is a scholarly work, not only the history of Boss but of the development of the shotgun. I started watching British shooting shows, in the states, with the likes of Dave Carrie, Andy Crowe, etc. However, they have taken the sport only so far. You, my friend, are taking the explanation of shooting to a higher level. I really enjoy you discussions with Ed Solomons and the chap that worked with you on Boss. I am looking forward to more Boss like productions.

[robbreeze]

JC. The content and quality of your content (I include Sasha in this) is going from strength to strength.
Simon is a star and your relationship with Holts is outstanding.
👏👏👏

[funkla]

Very interesting! A few times, I even rewound it a bit, and no, I wasn't napping.

[stevewright]

Great video. Should do one like this on all the English and Scottish gunmakers to help keep the history alive for future generations.

[kenlansing]

"All the best ideas happen over a beer." That is reminiscent of Ralph Klein, former Premier of Alberta who said he heard more good ideas listening to the ordinary working men at the bar of the St. Louis Hotel than he ever did in caucus meetings.

[grahamsimpkins]

That was very informative and very enjoyable, lots more like this please Gentlemen
Boss & co are just a different level to the rest out there !

[scottjones]

I always enjoy looking at true art. Their guns are definitely that. Thanks

[tomski]

What delitful video. Proof house knocking it out the park as usual. Simon is a legend I'd like to know half the stuff that guys forgot.

[karlsailor]

Fabulous start of a hopefully new series

[Blondejam]

Totally enjoyable and fascinating. I have always been in awe of the artisans and skills of the craftsmen that had the ability to make such wonderful pieces of engineering delight. The people who had the vision the concept and the ability to communicate to the gunsmiths what they desired in the manufacturing process is beyond belief. precision engineering with a file. Brilliance indeed! Thanks for another wonderful insight into this fascinating subject. Truly appreciated!!!

[JHruby]

Absolutely wonderful video. Thanks to both of you. Just a terrifically informative video not just on Boss but really touching the history of the London gun.

[douglasbell]

Fascinating piece Gentlemen, thank you.

[ddoherty]

it would be nice to go for a pint with Jonny and Simon, only trouble is all I could contribute to any conversation is "me like bang stick" 🤣🤣🤣