Covey Rise

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VOLUME 14, NUMBER 5 | AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2026

In this issue of Covey Rise, the farther we traveled into the subject matter, the more stories emerged. Some were expected. Many were not. Together, they form a reminder that the richest sporting traditions are never really about one thing. They are collections of people, places, and ideas connected across time. Ultimately, the challenge wasn't finding enough stories to tell. It was deciding which ones would have to wait for another issue.

First of all, it goes without saying that this issue celebrates the fantastic photography of Sarah Farnsworth. Her iconic imagery takes us across the Highlands, invites us into homes, and features craftsmanship, all to celebrate everything that Scotland has to offer. Coupled with this is the writing of Simon Reinhold. He authored many of these features and tells stories meant to be told. The combination of the two is something to behold.

For starters, few places better embody the enduring traditions of the Scottish sporting life than the Tulchan Estate, and our full feature tells it well. The story highlighting Mordor Gundogs introduces the people, dogs, and philosophy behind a celebrated Highland kennel. Inside Malcolm Appleby's studio, we discovered a craftsman whose work blurs the line between firearm and fine art. At Campbell’s of Beauly, tradition, craftsmanship, and timeless Scottish style remain very much alive through tweed and wool and hats and more. The feature on John Dickson & Son offers a closer look at the meticulous work and rich history behind one of Scotland's most iconic gunmaking houses. Last but not least, and perhaps most interesting, is our time with Hamish Martin, whose unique perspective on the Highland landscape reveals that the story of Scotland is as much about the land itself as the people who call it home.

We explored this great country and came away with an embarrassment of riches. You can’t even imagine the stories we saved for future issues, but before we get too far down that road, we hope you enjoy this one!

Cover by Sarah Farnsworth

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Few trades perfected in the 19th and early 20th Centuries still persist today, and double-gun craftsmanship is one of them. Collectors of contemporary bespoke guns keep this rich tradition alive by commissioning new pieces, but collectors of antique double guns also perform a vital role to the gun trade by keeping and maintaining pieces from the past...

Story by Oliver Hartner
Photography by Terry Allen

Find the full story from Volume 9 Number 3 (April-May 2021) on our site through the link in our bio. Or tap to purchase the issue today!

Steel. Scrollwork. Tradition.

Go behind the scenes with Malcolm Appleby and discover the patience, precision, and artistry that define a lifetime of engraving.

Story by Simon Reinhold
Photography by Sarah Farnsworth

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Story by Miles DeMott
Photography by Terry Allen

Read "Los Laureles," featured in the December-January 2024 issue of Covey Rise, at the link in our bio.

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Story by Nancy Anisfield
Photography by John Hafner

Find the full story, “Cesky Fousek,” featured in our latest issue (Volume 14, Number 4—June-July 2026).