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The Gun Quarter is a district of the city of Birmingham, England, which was for many years a centre of the world's gun-manufacturing industry, specialising in the production of military firearms and sporting guns. It is an industrial area to the north of the city centre, bounded by Steelhouse Lane, Shadwell … See more
Context: Why Gun manufacturing?
Birmingham became the capital of global trade in arms because Britain was involved in multiple wars since the 17th century. Britain’s involvement caused a constant demand … See moreHundreds of gunmakers have existed in Birmingham; some of the better-known examples include:
• Joseph Bentley – shared patents with Webley & Scott See moreToday only a small handful of gun manufacturers and traders remain in the Gun Quarter. The last remaining large gun and rifle … See more
• Birmingham Gun Barrel Proof House: The building contains a museum of arms and ammunition, and can be visited by prior arrangement.
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