Breed Critique :

A very large, strong and substantial black and gold, long stock coat dog of very good type and proportions with a very strong, masculine head, dark eyes and very dark masking. Stands with a high long wither, firm back, with a slight peak in the topline, well laid, just slightly short croup. Very good angulation of the fore and hindquarter with good breadth of thigh. Very good length of foreleg. Stands correct in front and steps correct both front and rear. In movement shows very good ground covering gait with very good reach and drive. Firm in character and to the gun.

Faults and Virtues :

Standing on the upper limit of size, a very striking strong, substantial, black and gold long stock coat male.

Breeding Advice :

Suitable to long stock coat females to improve strength and type.