Inaugural World Gunmakers' Evening USA to debut at Philadelphia's prestigious Union League on 4 May 2027 Following the outstanding success of the 2026 World Gunmakers' Evening in London, organisers Stable Events are delighted to announce the launch of the inaugural World Gunmakers' Evening USA, marking the first international expansion of one of the sporting world's most prestigious celebrations of fine gunmaking. The inaugural World Gunmakers' Evening USA will take place on Tuesday 4 May 2027 at the distinguished Union League of Philadelphia, one of America's oldest and most prestigious private clubs. Founded in 1862 to support President Abraham Lincoln and preserve the Union ...

We spoke with Engraver, Caroline Strasser - a fitting Bench interview ahead of International Womens Day​​​​. "My name is Caroline Strasser, and I am a trained engraver specializing in the artistic engraving of rifles. My goal is to transform firearms into objects that feel as if they are telling a story - each line and detail adding character and meaning to the metal. ​​​​​​​ I was born and raised in Graz, Austria, and today I work independently, engraving Strasser firearms. I have been practicing this craft for about 18 years, and I am proud to carry on this traditional art form. ...

An Unmissable Celebration of Heritage, Craftsmanship & Global Excellence. On this, the Glorious Twelfth – a date steeped in British sporting tradition, it seems only fitting to announce the next chapter in the ultimate tribute to our gunmaking heritage. The World Gunmakers’ Evening 2026 will take place on Wednesday 20th May at the prestigious Grosvenor House, London, promising once again to unite the world’s most celebrated names in fine gunmaking with collectors, enthusiasts, and buyers from across the globe. Confirmed exhibitors already include James Purdey & Sons, Bailey Bradshaw, Peter Hofer, W. J. Jeffrey & co, Lonsdale Auctioneers, Beretta Gallery, Harkness et al. and Hull Cartridge with many more to be revealed over ...