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Craftsmanship => Gun Building and Repair => Topic started by: Buffler Razz on August 27, 2008, 01:46:25 PM

Title: Finally Done!
Post by: Buffler Razz on August 27, 2008, 01:46:25 PM
Well, I finally got my first build done. Mark Silver Virginia Rifle from Jim Chambers. 58 cal Rice barrel.

I had a ball over the last few months and can not thank all here, especially Wyosmith and Captchee enough for the help. There were some very anxious moments as I stood before the gun, drill in hand, finger poised on the trigger telling myself" Ronnie, don't screw it up. If you miss drill that hole the new stock is gonna cost you $$$ and time!"

All in all, it came out way better than I had hoped for. There are a few flaws and mistakes, but I can certainly live with them since they are mine. She was made to be a shooter and hopefully will make meat this fall. I plan to start shooting her this weekend.
Razz
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Now that I have the bug, I need to figure out what to build next!
Razz
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Post by: Pitchy on August 27, 2008, 01:51:39 PM
She`s a beauty, nice gun and pics.  :hairy
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Post by: Gambia on August 27, 2008, 01:59:00 PM
A good job for your first attempt it looks good.Now that you have the bug enjoy your first gun there is always time for another in the future.
Feltwad
A Flint Lock will not secure a chicken house door
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Post by: Captchee on August 27, 2008, 02:19:48 PM
HA now that shines well done . now get her sighted in , seasons coming on fast
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Post by: sse on August 27, 2008, 04:05:52 PM
That rifle is a pretty sight...
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Post by: Two Steps on August 27, 2008, 04:08:28 PM
Buffler Razz said:
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Now that I have the bug, I need to figure out what to build next!

Why heck, that's easy....build mine next!!  :laffing  :notworthy  If it shoots a good as it looks...you'll eat well this winter  ;)
Al
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Post by: butterchurn on August 27, 2008, 04:30:06 PM
She's great!
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Post by: BEAVERMAN on August 27, 2008, 05:20:16 PM
Ron, thats rite purdy it is!!!!!!! well done!
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Post by: melsdad on August 27, 2008, 05:42:57 PM
Very nice job, I would never have known it was your first if you didn't say so.
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Post by: melsdad on August 27, 2008, 05:46:06 PM
Buffler, what grade of wood is that considered, fancy or extra fancy??
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Post by: jbullard1 on August 27, 2008, 05:59:53 PM
Very nice and did some nice carving as well
Wish I had the talent to do the simple carving
Fine job there Buff
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Post by: Buffler Razz on August 27, 2008, 08:53:15 PM
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Buffler, what grade of wood is that considered, fancy or extra fancy??

Brian,
That was the standard wood that Chambers sent. I paid a bit more for the wood patch box, but nothing else.
Razz
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Post by: Sir Michael on August 27, 2008, 09:03:33 PM
Hey there Razz Nice Job :clap  :clap  :clap  Interesting twist on the carving around the Tang, Lock, and Side Plate.  What was the inspiration?
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Post by: Riley/MN on August 27, 2008, 09:42:04 PM
Good job, BR! :hairy
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Post by: Buffler Razz on August 28, 2008, 06:49:55 AM
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Interesting twist on the carving around the Tang, Lock, and Side Plate.  What was the inspiration?

I wanted to add something but not too complicated or ornate since it was my first attempt. I looked at lots & lots of gun pictures online and in books. I liked the beavertails, was able to carve them on my try piece of wood and went with them.
Razz
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Post by: firefoot on August 28, 2008, 07:52:26 AM
WOW!  Buffler Raz  that is a beautiful rifle! I would love to own that myself.
jim c.
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Post by: 1776Patriot on August 28, 2008, 05:50:15 PM
Buffler, beautiful job!  Your time and effort will be appreciated on the range and in the woods, and by those who inherit this fine longrifle many years down the road. :bl th up
Title: Re: Finally Done!
Post by: mario on August 28, 2008, 07:08:41 PM
Nice work! I just finished my in the white trade gun. Yeah, yeah, I'll get pics soon.  ;)


Quote from: "Buffler Razz"
There were some very anxious moments as I stood before the gun, drill in hand, finger poised on the trigger telling myself" Ronnie, don't screw it up. If you miss drill that hole the new stock is gonna cost you $$$ and time!"

The RR hole isn't drilled already? I won't be getting one of those kits anytime soon.

Mario
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Post by: Old Salt on August 28, 2008, 07:40:17 PM
You did real good.  Fine job!

Salt
Title: Re: Finally Done!
Post by: Buffler Razz on August 28, 2008, 10:10:18 PM
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The RR hole isn't drilled already? I won't be getting one of those kits anytime soon.

Mario

Mario
The RR Hole was drilled. I had to drill the lock bolts, tang bolt and touch hole in the barrel. Also had to drill out for the underlugs and for all of the pins..trigger pin, pipes and underlugs...and finally the rivet for the nose cap.

The Chambers kit was first rate!
Razz
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Post by: melsdad on August 29, 2008, 06:36:08 AM
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Buffler, what grade of wood is that considered, fancy or extra fancy??

Brian,
That was the standard wood that Chambers sent. I paid a bit more for the wood patch box, but nothing else.
Razz

Thanks BR, that is a nice looking piece of wood for a standard grade!!
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Post by: Mule Brain on September 02, 2008, 07:41:08 PM
That gun would be an inspiration for anyone contemplating a first build!

Real purdey!!!  And a .58 ta boot!
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Post by: Buffler Razz on September 02, 2008, 08:36:17 PM
Thanks Mule Brain, it sure was fun to build. Now the real fun starts!

Brian,
I was very happy with the wood, and everything else too. I made a few calls to Chambers, both before I bought it and while I was working on it. Jim and Barbie were great to talk to and more than helpful.
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Post by: ratgunner on September 07, 2008, 11:48:57 AM
:clap That is a true work of art.
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Post by: jtwodogs on September 13, 2008, 07:04:31 AM
Nice rifle. I would be rite proud of that one!
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Post by: Buffler Razz on September 13, 2008, 07:18:39 PM
Thanks! She is a shooter too. Been working on some loads and filing the front sight down a bit. Right now I am dropping 110 gr of 2F with a .020 spit patch. At 50 yards I have been able to keep 3 shots in an inch off the bench, and usually have 2 cutting each other. Need to run up to 100 yards next weekend and see what happens. I'm looking forward to deer season this year!
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Post by: SquirrelHeart on September 15, 2008, 08:44:10 AM
Two thumbs up!!!!!