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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by RobD on December 22, 2025, 09:15:10 AM »I think it'd be easy to predict the Kibler Barn Gun will be a big seller and increase the ranks of trad ML participants. Win-Win! 
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by Nessmuk on December 22, 2025, 09:09:46 AM »According to GOOGLE.
Yes, a CNC machine can perfectly copy a physical prototype by first creating a digital 3D model (CAD) from the prototype (often via 3D scanning) and then precisely milling identical parts from various materials like plastic or metal, offering high accuracy and repeatability for functional product testing.
That's why he did a 3D model first. Clever Fellow!
Yes, a CNC machine can perfectly copy a physical prototype by first creating a digital 3D model (CAD) from the prototype (often via 3D scanning) and then precisely milling identical parts from various materials like plastic or metal, offering high accuracy and repeatability for functional product testing.
That's why he did a 3D model first. Clever Fellow!
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Accoutrements / Re: Horn rehab project
« Last post by KDubs on December 22, 2025, 07:59:47 AM »No, no top shooter award that I've seen.
Not a bad idea I suppose.
I've noticed a drop off over the last few shoots of members coming and shooting.
Not sure why that is but I do have some suspicions I'll keep to myself for now
Kevin
Not a bad idea I suppose.
I've noticed a drop off over the last few shoots of members coming and shooting.
Not sure why that is but I do have some suspicions I'll keep to myself for now
Kevin
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by KDubs on December 22, 2025, 07:57:17 AM »Ok good, I was confused.
Wood is good.
Kevin
Wood is good.
Kevin
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by RobD on December 22, 2025, 06:59:00 AM »What am I missing here? Why didn't he just make the prototype out of wood?
Ask Jim.
But seriously, doing a 3D modeling is SO much faster and easier than programming a CNC machine to build a prototype for overall stock dimensions.
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by Hank in WV on December 22, 2025, 06:38:07 AM »What am I missing here? Why didn't he just make the prototype out of wood?
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by rollingb on December 22, 2025, 01:19:10 AM »Quality parts for an inexpensive but good quality rifle,.... what's not to like?
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by RobD on December 21, 2025, 08:24:10 PM »I gotta ask, what's wood filled filament.
Is this a 3d printed stock??
Not sure that would persuade me to buy one if that's the case, IDK
Kevin
Yes, Jim did a 3D model as a prototype only. The Barn Gun kit will sport a maple stock.
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Accoutrements / Re: Horn rehab project
« Last post by Bigsmoke on December 21, 2025, 08:22:32 PM »Kevin,
Now you're shooting like I did at the rendezvous.
Pretty sad day when I get more points in archery than I did in rifle.
I remember one fine day in 2000 when I won the match without ever firing a shot. I was the only one to show up.
Are they still doing an annual aggregate and awarding top shooter of the year?
Something like that kind of helps to make people show up more regularly.
Now you're shooting like I did at the rendezvous.
Pretty sad day when I get more points in archery than I did in rifle.
I remember one fine day in 2000 when I won the match without ever firing a shot. I was the only one to show up.
Are they still doing an annual aggregate and awarding top shooter of the year?
Something like that kind of helps to make people show up more regularly.
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Gun Building and Repair / Re: Jim Kibler "Barn Gun"
« Last post by KDubs on December 21, 2025, 08:17:45 PM »I gotta ask, what's wood filled filament.
Is this a 3d printed stock??
Not sure that would persuade me to buy one if that's the case, IDK
Kevin
Is this a 3d printed stock??
Not sure that would persuade me to buy one if that's the case, IDK
Kevin