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New AYA Side by side shotguns

New AYA Side by side shotguns for sale at McAvoy guns

Manufacturing exquisite quality shotguns, AYA are famed throughout the world. With incredible attention to detail, each gun is manufactured to not only be a work of art in it's own right, but more importantly, to provide it's owner with years of reliable service.

We stock a selection of new AYA shotguns, should the model you are looking for not be listed below, we will be happy to provide a quotation & availability details. Most models are available on a next working day service.


With lesser guns makers, the striker is an integral part of the tumbler. These are simpler to make, but require the replacement of the entire tumbler when the striker becomes worn. All AYA side-by-sides are fitted with disc-set strikers. The striker is a separate piece with its own return spring, either of which can be replaced simply by removing the inset disk in the face of the standing breech. This is a feature of all London "bests" - and another example of the quality design and workmanship one expects from AYA.

 

With chopper-lump forgings, the barrel and lump are forged from one piece of steel, resulting in unequalled strength and uniformity. This means, however, there is no margin of error in manufacturing: One mistake in shaping the lump and the entire barrel must be scrapped. All AYA side-by-sides, even the least expensive, have chopper-lump barrels, giving them unbeatable strength.

The steel used in AYA locks and springs is the very best available, and exclusive to AYA. Softer steel is cheaper and easier to work with, which is why it is preferred by lesser gunmakers, but AYA will never compromise on the basic quality of its lock mechanisms. The locks and actions are all engraved entirely by hand, with superb attention to detail. Each AYA gun is a unique work of art.

22nd October 2011, this department is under construction, full details & images will be available in a matter of days. In the meantime, should you require photographs of any of the guns listed below, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can request images & further information by email, just click here.

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New AYA Number 1 12G sidelock

090505/007
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Exhibition grade walnut

Self opening action

The AYA Nº 1 has been the flagship of the AYA line since its introduction in the late 1950´s. Modelled closely on the classic Holland & Holland-style sidelock, the Nº 1 has every hallmark of the traditional English double: Purdey-type double underlugs, chopper-lump barrels, detachable locks, articulated front trigger are key features.

 

NEW 20G AYA XXV Sidelock shotgun

111021/008
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One of the most famous English guns of the early 20th century was the E.J Churchill XXV - a 25-inch barreled gun developed by the English shooting instructor, Robert Churchill. Churchill combined his short barrels with a special high, tapered rib which gives the shooter an optical impression of length. The XXV was especially popular with shooters of smaller stature, and retains a following to this day.

For many years, AYA has offered guns in this configuration, in both a high-quality sidelock and a less expensive boxlock model.
Beautiful

New 12G AYA Number 2 sidelock round action

101021/002
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Stunning wood

The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern. 



 

New 12G AYA Number 2 sidelock round action

111021/007
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern. 



 

New 20G AYA Number 2 sidelock - stunning Grade 1

111021/005
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with Stunning Grade 1 walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern.



 

New 12G AYA Number 2 sidelock

100625/005
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern.



 

New 28G AYA Number 2 sidelock

100625/007
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern.



 

New 20G AYA Number 2 sidelock

100625/006
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern.



 

New 20G AYA Number 2 sidelock

090505/005
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The AYA Nº 2 is the pre-eminent "affordable" sidelock double gun, and the most famous model in the AYA line. Since its introduction in the late 1950s, tens of thousands of Nº 2's have been sold in the United Kingdom, the United States, and everywhere that shooters value the superb balance and handling of a fine double gun.

Mechanically, the Nº 2 is identical to the standard Nº 1. Like the Nº 1, it was originally modelled on the time-tested Holland & Holland system.

It is stocked with standard walnut and engraved in a simpler pattern.