In 1849 Carl Kellner founded an Optics Institute in Wetzlar, Germany. In 1869 Ernst Leitz became managing director. He created
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Schoffel – 200 Years of Excellence
With a history dating back seven generations to 1804, Schoffel clothing is still a market leader among the shooting and hunting fraternity
James Purdey and Sons Celebrate 200 Years of Finest Gun Making
At The Sporting Lodge, we’re celebrating Purdey’s successful 200 years of manufacturing. To include you in this special celebration, we’re stocking some
Fjällräven Hunting Trousers
Fjallraven offer a wide range of trousers suitable for all types of outdoor pursuits. Whether trekking, hunting or general outdoors
Brand Focus – Habsburg
Prestigious clothing brand Habsburg prides themselves on their elegance, and ability to tailor their clothing for any occasion. In 1992, Habsburg was launched at
Just In – Our Three New Brady Favourites for All Seasons
The first bag in our trio is a little wonder. Crafted with beautiful Sherwood Green canvas and finest bridle leather.
Brand Focus – Hanwag
History Since the early days of 1952, the brand Hanwag, originating from Bavaria, has furthered its journey from a mere man
Brand Focus – Schoffel Jackets
Designed by British shooters with German quality Our range of Schoffel jackets cater for the outdoor fieldsports gentleman with a penchant for
Fjällräven’s G-1000 Fabric – An Overview
What is it? What’s the backstory? G-1000 is a uniquely developed fabric originally curated by Fjallraven’s Founder AkeNordin. Whilst on
Best of the UK – Sporting Lodge X Brady Collaborations
Back in the 1870s, John and Albert Brady from Birmingham founded Brady Brothers. The two made leather goods and kept
James Purdey and Sons
John Purdey, originally from Scotland, travelled to London in 1690, and his son, James, born in 1739, found work as
Beretta – Italian Flair and Style
Maestro Bartolomeo Beretta, a renaissance craftsman started the Beretta Company in 1526 in Lombardy, Italy. It has since been passed