flaco Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 Sadly, the new MFRC site doesn't like my browser. Is it me? Anyway, thought I'd post here, as long as I can. I've already mentioned Project #1, the 7X57, but here's Project #2: She's another 1909, this time 6.5x55, with a Lothar Walther Article 724. Davis May bent the bolt--a little short, I guess, but she's a target rifle--and the wood came from Jim Preslik. I learnt about him here. Obviously, I'm pretty convinced Jim Preslik is a Saint. I've had good advice from almost everyone, but am truly indebted to Bill Soverns. If it's not obvious, yes, I'm an obsessive, and love doing this stuff. I'm a writer/photographer, so this is way out of my metier, but... despite the protestations from a truly talented bubba on another forum, there's more shared between the literary craft and the gun making craft than is obvious. It's about attention to detail. I am reminded of Gustave Flaubert, who wrote "Madame Bovary." I don't guess a lot of gunsmiths have read it--maybe forced to, in High School--but it's a pretty racy tale for the 19th century. Mainly, teacher's don't tell their students how to interpret it. What I'm getting at here is that Flaubert had a concept, "le mot juste," the perfect word. He agonized for days over his writing. If this isn't what real custom gun makers do, please let me know. No effort spared. Everything as perfect as possible. Anyway, you can see the pin in the bottom metal where I'm fitting the floorplate release, and I'll knock down the current coat of tung oil, and do it again. The receiver is just about ready to blue, as is the barrel. Am I the only one who gets nervous when things look this good? Or is it just because I'm a rookie? flaco Don't ever underestimate writers. Flaubert came back from a trip to North Africa dreaming about a feast that included tiger clitorises. With plenty of garlic butter, presumably. What do you expect from a nation that eats snails? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonthehunted Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 Oh my God that gun is beautiful! Im goin to have to look that guy up on some wood, is he listed under Saint in the phone book? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clark Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 I like the picture. Get a barrel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flaco Posted July 7, 2005 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 I was wondering if anyone would ask about the prop in the triggerguard. Good eye, z1r. Actually, it's not a chisel, but a gouge. My favorite: The 1/2" Cranked In-Cannel Paring Gouge. http://www.traditionalwoodworker.com/defau...Path=39_171_219 If you intend to spend any time inletting barrels, it's a nice thing to have. flaco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montea6b Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 Magnificent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z1r Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 Outstanding! But for once, I agree with clark, you need a barrel! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest clayton faulkner i dont feel lik Posted July 7, 2005 Report Share Posted July 7, 2005 nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonthehunted Posted July 8, 2005 Report Share Posted July 8, 2005 I was wondering if anyone would ask about the prop in the triggerguard. I just thought it was a male mauser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShooterTom Posted July 8, 2005 Report Share Posted July 8, 2005 Outstanding! hope to see the finished product soon. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odies dad Posted July 11, 2005 Report Share Posted July 11, 2005 That is a beautiful piece of wood! I think the bolt handle looks great. I've seen a bunch that I think look too long. I suppose they have more leverage though. Nice work please keep us posted. What kinda groups do you get with the ultra short barrel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swamp_thing Posted July 12, 2005 Report Share Posted July 12, 2005 Absolutely one beautiful piece of work there. That is the nicest stock I think I have seen. As for nervous, if I were working with that piece of wood, I would be chewing the nails down to the bone. Great work Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted July 12, 2005 Report Share Posted July 12, 2005 Utterly fabulous piece of work bar none! Tinman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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