Longthorne (Gunmakers) Ltd

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Longthorne (Gunmakers) Ltd Makers of exquisite handcrafted shotguns in the heart of England with patented barrel technology In so doing we control the quality of the products we make.

Longthorne, a name synonymous with excellence representing the very best in English craftsmanship, whether you’re a keen shooter looking for a tool for the job or merely looking for a heirloom of discerning style and traditional quality. Our guns are made entirely in our Northampton factory, England, from the smallest screw to our unique and patented barrels, the woodwork and intricate engravings. We source only the best ‘ingredients’, hand picked walnut for our stocks from Turkey and high specification superior steels, our belief is that you can’t make a quality product with inferior materials. We nurture the traditional and modern skills needed to transform the materials into our heritage products and combine experience and training to ensure the continuity of perfectly proportioned reliable shotguns, whether it be a shotgun from our standard range or completely bespoke. Our patented barrel technology and low profile action ensures strength, lightness, and low felt recoil, contributing towards an ultimate shooting experience.

09/11/2026

Just over a week to go! 🎄

We’re delighted to be joining Griffin & Howe for their Holiday Shoot and can’t wait to meet everyone.

It’s a lovely opportunity to catch up with familiar faces, make new friends and share our passion for English gunmaking in a festive setting.

If you’re attending, do come and say hello, we’d love to see you!

08/11/2026
03/11/2026

There’s always something to keep us busy at Longthorne! 🇬🇧

From precision machining to the finishing touches, there’s plenty happening behind the scenes at our Northampton factory. Every stage takes time, care and a skilled pair of hands, as each gun takes shape.

A little glimpse into life at Longthorne, where engineering and English craftsmanship come together.

We love seeing our guns in action, especially when the photographs come from their proud owners.This beautiful 16-bore C...
31/10/2026

We love seeing our guns in action, especially when the photographs come from their proud owners.

This beautiful 16-bore Celtic true sidelock features the most stunning walnut, a pleasure to admire and an even greater pleasure to shoot.

Thank you for sharing a little of your day with us Mr. F.

If you have a picture you would like to share please email [email protected]. We would love to see it.

Which one would you pick?
30/10/2026

Which one would you pick?


Some things are still best done the traditional wayPrecision engineering may shape a LongthorneBut traditional gunmaking...
29/10/2026

Some things are still best done the traditional way

Precision engineering may shape a Longthorne

But traditional gunmaking still finishes it


Address

Longthorne House
Northampton
NN55JF

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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