Leonard Day locks

[joeboleo1]

I like the look of Leonard Day's guns but have never handled one. His ad says he uses his own locks. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge of the locks he uses and how they perform? Mainly interested in his Boulton fowler and Dutch guns. Appreciate any info.

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

I have a number of guns that Leonard has built for me, but they're customs. He lives nearby, though, so I drop in at the shop once in a while to see what's new. I've handled all of these guns at one time or another, and they are amazing in their balance and handling. They are light because Leonard uses barrels specific to the bore, so a 20 gauge doesn't use a barrel profile for a heavier bore. The locks are fast and reliable. My stepson's Dutch fowler sits in my safe while he's in Afghanistan and the gun is a sweet little thing--light quick handling and a reliable piece. Give Leonard a call, he's a good man to talk to.

 

[Trot]

I have one of Leonard Day's Dutch guns and I love it. As stated the barrel is very light and it handles like a dream. The lock sparks very well and has a really nice trigger pull. The frizzen did seem to pick up gouge marks a little more than some of my other locks, but works really well.

 

[joeboleo1]

Thanks for the info guys. Good to hear.

 

[chuckpa]

I just bought one of the Dutch trade gun kits at Dixion's Gun Fair on Saturday and had the pleasure of meeting Mr.Day. I had looked at them for a few years and finally took the plunge and bought one. One of the things that helped in my decision was when I was told to shoulder one pointing at a target. It is nice and light and I understand that they are rally good shooters. I grew up in Bergen County N.J. and I always had an interest in the history of that area.