Location: Bristol, England

Established in 1835, this concern continues in business to this day. J. & G. Gibbs 4 Redcliffe Street 1835-1842; George Gibbs 142 Thomas Street; Clare Street; 39 Corn Street. While initially known for exceptionally accurate single-shot rifles, the firm subsequently established a reputation for first quality bolt-action magazine rifles in a variety of large bore calibers. Bolt rifles by Gibbs, Rigby and others have become extremely desirable, especially in the African chamberings.