SPORTING gun specialist Gavin Gardiner is visiting Sotheby’s office in Tiverton to give advice and free auction valuations on all types of sporting guns and rifles, both modern and vintage.

He will also look at shooting accessories, gun cases and related items at Hensleigh Cottage, Hensleigh, next Friday (October 24).

Mr Gardiner, who has over 20 years’ experience of the auction world, said: “We are looking for all things shooting but especially guns and items relating to the best and most famous makers such as Holland & Holland, James Purdey & Sons and Boss & Co.

“The market remains very strong for fine and unusual items, with record prices continuing to be paid.”

Mr Gardiner will be available by appointment.

His next auction of sporting guns is at Sotheby’s New Bond Street, London, on December 10.