At 61, James Stewart, Managing Director of Longthorne Gunmakers, speaks about his role with characteristic directness: “I’m the person who is ultimately responsible for everything, good and bad.” It’s a simple statement, but one that reflects decades of leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to precision engineering. Born and raised in Lancashire, England, Stewart has been at the helm of Longthorne since 2010. Over that time, he has helped shape the company into one of the most technically progressive names in modern gunmaking. Among his proudest achievements is the development of Longthorne’s signature one-piece barrel technology, an innovation that has redefined performance standards ...

Bradley Davis, 40, is the Sales & Manufacturing Manager at F. Beesley, where he oversees both the sales and production of the company’s bespoke shotguns. Born and raised in Frimley, Surrey, Davis plays a central role in guiding each client through the entire build process, from the initial consultation to the moment they take their finished gun into the field. In simple terms, his job is to manage every stage of the customer experience. Davis coordinates sales, supervises production, and ensures each client remains closely involved throughout the creation of their firearm. At F. Beesley, the client sits at the heart ...

Richard Newgass, 58, serves as Brand Manager for W. J. Jeffery & Co., overseeing the historic British gunmaker on behalf of its owners. Born and raised on a family farm in Hampshire, Newgass brings both practical field experience and deep industry knowledge to a role he has held for the past eight years. As Brand Manager, his responsibility is to guide the direction of Jeffery’s rifles and maintain the reputation that has long defined the company. One of his main goals has been to re-establish Jeffery as a maker of the finest English rifles. To achieve this, he has worked closely ...

The organisers of The World Gunmakers’ Evening 2026 are proud to announce the return of The Gunmakers Trust as the event’s official charity partner for a second consecutive year. Taking place on Wednesday 20th May 2026 at the prestigious Grosvenor House, London, the event will once again bring together the world’s finest gunmakers, collectors, and enthusiasts for an evening dedicated to craftsmanship, heritage and innovation. Building on the exceptional success of the 2025 edition - held at The Savoy and attended by around 500 distinguished guests. The 2026 event is set to elevate the experience further with new overseas partnerships. Early confirmed exhibitors include James Purdey & Sons, Bailey Bradshaw, ...