I am extremely sad to hear that Din & Viv Collings passed away about 6 months ago.

Din was a top gunsmith and highly respected. Legends like Joyce Hornady, Roy Weatherby & the South African Musgrave have visited Din's workshop in Wellington in years gone by. Some of them even offered Din a job!

Current Australian gunsmiths often called Din to ask for advise and pick his brains for his huge knowledge and expertise.

I knew that Din had not been keeping too well. I called one of his sons, Ross, to ask about them and was told that Din passed away & surprising Viv followed in 4 weeks - of heart break he said.

They were a wonderful couple & personal friends of mine. Din worked on a few of my rifles. He was always good for a laugh. Both of them did a lot for the NZ target shooting sport and the national team. Viv coached the national women's team.

I shall miss you my dear friends. RIP

Condolences to the rest of the family - at least 3 sons involved in firearms & shooting.

Yes, I heard about that. I have a beautiful custom Mauser he worked on. A great shame.

Naki:

Sorry to hear this. Always regretful learning good friends died and you didn't learn of it for months.

Thanks for sharing,
George

G'Day Fella's,

Thanks for the notification Naki Hunter!
Sad loss for all!

Regards
Homer