Rigby London Best
John Rigby & Co. · Rifle · In Production · 2018
Overview
The London Best represents the pinnacle of John Rigby & Co.'s bolt-action rifle craft. Built in much the same way as Rigby rifles were 100 years ago, each London Best is a fully bespoke creation hand-fabricated at Rigby's London premises. Available on standard or magnum length Mauser actions with double or single square bridge options, the rifle features deluxe grade Turkish walnut, London Best barrel black and oil finish, chequered bolt handle, stippled rib and front sight, engraved pins and recoil bar, and gold inlaid details.
Specifications
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Effective Range | 300 m (328 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Turkish Walnut |
| Finish | London Best Barrel Black And Oil |
Calibers
- .275 Rigby · primary — also known as 7x57mm Mauser, 7mm Mauser
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Internal Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Three Position Flag Safety
- Features: Chequered Bolt Handle, Stippled Rib, Gold Inlay, Hand Engraved, Bespoke Stock Fitting
Production
Production years: 2018-present
Bespoke production in small quantities at John Rigby & Co.'s London workshop
Origin
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Notes
Starting from £38,500 excl. VAT. Fully bespoke - caliber, barrel length, stock dimensions, and engraving are all customer-specified. Available with colour case hardening on magazine boxes, trigger guards, and scope rings.
Background
The London Best name derives from the traditional British gunmaking grade system, where 'Best' denotes the highest quality of materials and craftsmanship a maker offers.