How I Revived the Classic Purdey Edwardian Gentleman Gunmaker’s Apron

As is often the case with a significant “first” in anyone’s life I can clearly remember my first interview at James Purdey & Sons.

I had taken my school exams back in the summer and the task of choosing a career had begun. My parents had arranged my very first ever job interview a week before the Christmas of 1969 with Mr. Chris Gadsby, Factory Manager at James Purdey & Sons Best London Gunmakers.

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