In London 1957, Anthony William Rule joined the firm of James Purdey and Son Gun Makers as a young, enthusiastic and willing Lad where he served his formal apprenticeship in the fine art of gun making, under the watchful eye of his Master Mr Harold Delay.
Anthony’s skills shone as a master gun stock maker and he completed his apprenticeship with James Purdey and Son Gun Makers, The Worshipful Company of Gun Makers and gained the Freedom of the City of London in 1964.
In 1967 the Rule family moved to the South West of England to begin a new life in the country. After working from a spare bedroom at their family home Anthony soon began to expand and the journey began.
Having true loyalty to his firm, Anthony continued to work almost exclusively for his former company, James Purdey and Son Gun Makers. Later, he was commissioned by many of the fine London Gun Houses to make bespoke shotgun stocks and forends including many new guns also.
After many years of developing his clientele base, Anthony decided he should serve his own private customers and offer them the same London quality at an affordable price and delivery.
He designed and built his own workshops, once again at his family home, which became very successful in the years that followed. Anthony’s son, Gareth officially joined in 1996 after many years as a boy helping his father. Anthony guided Gareth through a gruelling apprenticeship, teaching him only the traditional methods of gun stock making, ensuring that all aspects of the company were covered thus giving Gareth a wide knowledge and skill base.
Gareth completed his apprenticeship in 2005, not only with the praise of his father “his Master” but also with The Worshipful Company of Gun Makers and The Gun Trade Association.
Together they formed a formidable team with the trust and respect that only a father and son can have. The company expanded and they both strived to succeed, opening their current premises together in Somerton, 2004. Suddenly Anthony passed away in the winter of 2010 leaving his widow Jennifer and only son Gareth to continue the family business as he would have wished and spent all of his working life creating.
Gareth has continued to developed A.W.Rule And Son Gun Makers Ltd, creating his own client base as well as receiving great support from existing clients. Expanding the company with the introduction of a successful retail department, an independent gun room with new and second hand gun sales, wood room stocked with the finest Turkish Walnut for clients to select and a redesigned in house workshop to cater for all aspects of gun making.
In this the 60th year of the company, A.W.Rule and Son Gun Makers Ltd continue to offer a full in house gun making service, specialising in bespoke stock making. Gun fitting with both side by side and over and under try guns, stock measurement alterations, gun servicing and repairs. Engraving, barrel work and case repairs are also undertaken making A.W.Rule and Son Gun Makers Ltd truly capable of attending to your every need for a successful season.
Gareth continues to develop the business, with the introduction of Mr Steve Randall of SJR Engineering – a former Aerospace engineer. Supporting A.W.Rule and Son Gun Makers Ltd, Steve has brought skills and knowledge that compliments Gareth`s high level of attention to detail.
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By order of the Master, Wardens & Court of Assistants of the Society of the Mistery of Gunmakers of the City of London, commonly called the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers, Mr Rule received his admission to the Livery of The Worshipful Company of Gunmakers yesterday. Held at the Court of the London Proof House where he was clothed as a Liveryman.
This is a very prestigious award and Mr Rule looks forward to contributing towards the future of maintaining the art of English Gunmaking.
#awruleandsongunmakers #theworshipfulcompanyofgunmakers #cityoflondon #craftsmanship #gunmakers #guildofmastercraftsmen #liveryman #englishguns #countrysports
www.awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk
By order of the Master, Wardens & Court of Assistants of the Society of the Mistery of Gunmakers of the City of London, commonly called the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers, Mr Rule received his admission to the Livery of The Worshipful Company of Gunmakers yesterday. Held at the Court of the London Proof House where he was clothed as a Liveryman.
This is a very prestigious award and Mr Rule looks forward to contributing towards the future of maintaining the art of English Gunmaking.
#awruleandsongunmakers #theworshipfulcompanyofgunmakers #cityoflondon #craftsmanship #gunmakers #guildofmastercraftsmen #liveryman #englishguns #countrysports
www.awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk
Another bespoke stock completed...
This DBHE 20bore AYA No1 single trigger came to us with many mechanical issues caused by a cracked stock. After selecting this stunning piece of air dried Turkish Walnut, we crafted it to our clients` exact measurements and gave it a full mechanical overhaul. The pleasure it gave us to see the reaction from our client on collection was overwhelming...
If you have any questions regarding our stock making service, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
For further examples of AYA restocking work, please follow this link to our website: https://awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk/examples-of-work/completed-work/ayaseries/
#awruleandsongunmakers #bespoke #stockmaker #bestgunsmakersonly #aya #mastercraftsman #20bore #gameshooting #anglospanishimports #aguirreyaranzábal #gunmakers #worshipfulcompanyofgunmakers
Another bespoke stock completed...
This DBHE 20bore AYA No1 single trigger came to us with many mechanical issues caused by a cracked stock. After selecting this stunning piece of air dried Turkish Walnut, we crafted it to our clients` exact measurements and gave it a full mechanical overhaul. The pleasure it gave us to see the reaction from our client on collection was overwhelming...
If you have any questions regarding our stock making service, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
For further examples of AYA restocking work, please follow this link to our website: https://awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk/examples-of-work/completed-work/ayaseries/
#awruleandsongunmakers #bespoke #stockmaker #bestgunsmakersonly #aya #mastercraftsman #20bore #gameshooting #anglospanishimports #aguirreyaranzábal #gunmakers #worshipfulcompanyofgunmakers
Another AED is heading out to the field.
Thank you to our wonderful client from #compasstractors who has added an IPAD AED to his inventory.
These Intelligent Public Access Defibrillators are designed for outdoor use. Durable, weather resistant & portable, these devices are designed to be used as a quick response for cardiac emergencies in all environments.
We are very grateful for your support by purchasing this potential lifesaving device.
For further information or to place your own order for your shoot, business, home or just to have one in case of an emergency, please telephone 01458270024 or email [email protected]
#awruleandsongunmakers #welmedical #compasstractors #ineos_grenadier #emergency #savelives #defibrillator #somerton
Another AED is heading out to the field.
Thank you to our wonderful client from #compasstractors who has added an IPAD AED to his inventory.
These Intelligent Public Access Defibrillators are designed for outdoor use. Durable, weather resistant & portable, these devices are designed to be used as a quick response for cardiac emergencies in all environments.
We are very grateful for your support by purchasing this potential lifesaving device.
For further information or to place your own order for your shoot, business, home or just to have one in case of an emergency, please telephone 01458270024 or email [email protected]
#awruleandsongunmakers #welmedical #compasstractors #ineos_grenadier #emergency #savelives #defibrillator #somerton
The perfect gift idea....
We are delighted to have received these fantastic products from #shotsandcompany.
Slow Gin. Salted Caramel Vodka & English Single malt Whiskey, each presented in a beautiful shotgun cartridge style bottle complimented by filigree detailed labels with birds in flight... Available individually or as a set of three with matching shot glasses to complete their presentation.
For further information, please telephone 01458270024 or visit us at Sun House, Somerton. TA116SB
#awruleandsongunmakers #bespoke #gameshooting #12bore #20bore
The perfect gift idea....
We are delighted to have received these fantastic products from #shotsandcompany.
Slow Gin. Salted Caramel Vodka & English Single malt Whiskey, each presented in a beautiful shotgun cartridge style bottle complimented by filigree detailed labels with birds in flight... Available individually or as a set of three with matching shot glasses to complete their presentation.
For further information, please telephone 01458270024 or visit us at Sun House, Somerton. TA116SB
#awruleandsongunmakers #bespoke #gameshooting #12bore #20bore
*Now in stock*
Introducing the 12bore Baschieri & Pellagri Privilege Game cartridges to our stock.
Available in 32grm. Loaded with No 5 shot. Using the Green Core, bio degradable wad that gives a regular & homogeneous shot pattern. Graphite coated pellets for greater smoothness and roundness. Gordon recoil system that reduces felt recoil when fired.
Please visit us here at Sun House in Somerton to view these supurb cartridges, further information
& prices.
#awruleandsongunmakers #stockmaker #pheasant #12bore #shotgun #shotguncartridges #countrysports #guildofmastercraftsmen
*Now in stock*
Introducing the 12bore Baschieri & Pellagri Privilege Game cartridges to our stock.
Available in 32grm. Loaded with No 5 shot. Using the Green Core, bio degradable wad that gives a regular & homogeneous shot pattern. Graphite coated pellets for greater smoothness and roundness. Gordon recoil system that reduces felt recoil when fired.
Please visit us here at Sun House in Somerton to view these supurb cartridges, further information
& prices.
#awruleandsongunmakers #stockmaker #pheasant #12bore #shotgun #shotguncartridges #countrysports #guildofmastercraftsmen
New Beretta EELL bespoke stock ready for collection
Here, we have another fine example of work completed by ourselves, being made ready for collection by our client this weekend.
This DBHE OU 20 bore Beretta EELL has been restocked to our clients` bespoke measurements using the finest Turkish Walnut wood, selected from our extensive collection.
If you are interested in our services or wish to discuss your replacement bespoke, made to measure stock, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
#awruleandsongunmakers #awrule
#berettaofficial #berettagallery #gunstockmaker #bespoke #gunmakers #ukgunmaker #finda_craftsman #guild_masterc
Here, we have another fine example of work completed by ourselves, being made ready for collection by our client this weekend.
This DBHE OU 20 bore Beretta EELL has been restocked to our clients` bespoke measurements using the finest Turkish Walnut wood, selected from our extensive collection.
If you are interested in our services or wish to discuss your replacement bespoke, made to measure stock, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
#awruleandsongunmakers #awrule
#berettaofficial #berettagallery #gunstockmaker #bespoke #gunmakers #ukgunmaker #finda_craftsman #guild_masterc
We were delighted today to have handed back to our client his stunning DBHE OU 12 bore Beretta SO4, having restocked it to his bespoke measurements using exhibition grade Turkish Walnut selected from our extensive collection...
If you are interested in our services or wish to view our completed work, please visit our website
www.awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk
Should you wish to discuss any projects or have any questions, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
@awruleandsongunmakers
#awruleandsongunmakers #gunstockmaker #guildofmastercraftsmen #berettaofficial #bespoke #gunmakers #turkishwalnut
We were delighted today to have handed back to our client his stunning DBHE OU 12 bore Beretta SO4, having restocked it to his bespoke measurements using exhibition grade Turkish Walnut selected from our extensive collection...
If you are interested in our services or wish to view our completed work, please visit our website
www.awruleandsongunmakers.co.uk
Should you wish to discuss any projects or have any questions, please call 01458270024 or email [email protected]
@awruleandsongunmakers
#awruleandsongunmakers #gunstockmaker #guildofmastercraftsmen #berettaofficial #bespoke #gunmakers #turkishwalnut