mr fixit Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 This was my first rifle to "build" as opposed to assemble like an AR or FAL. This was meant for my son from the start, to be his first rifle. It is a Yugo 24/47 with a Brownells short chambered barrel in 6.5x55 Swede. Laminate stock from Richards Microfit Stocks, Ebony fore end tip, custom grip cap, Swede bottom metal with '1909 Argentine' style floor plate and release from Tennessee Gun Parts, "Ruger" style bolt handle, Bold trigger, Leupold 2-piece scope base and rings, Nikon Buckmasters 3-9x40 scope. It's finished in Norells Moly Resin in flat black on the barrel, action, and bottom metal, and flat grey on the bolt, and scope base and rings. The small parts of the bolt, shroud, extractor, and ejector are in alternating black and grey. I'd like to know what you folks think of it. Mr Fixit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenden Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 I think thats a pretty nice rifle there. I really like the metal finish, looks very good. The finish, is this a spray on type such as gun kote that comes in an can? The bolt handle looks pretty good too. Is this an aftermarket handle or did you turn your own? Nice job, damn i wish i was your kid! Do you adopt? Brenden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr fixit Posted January 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 The finish is similar to Duracoat, although I've never used that. It comes in a bottle, and is applied with a air brush, or spray gun., then baked in the oven for 1 hour to cure. It has both Teflon and Molybdenum dissolved in it that coats the metal. The bolt handle was from Brownells. It's a "Ruger" style, at least that's what I call it. It was a cast part, and I had to do a bit of sanding to get it to look good and get the mold marks off. Then after I had it smooth and nice I sand blasted it with fine media to give the finish something to hold to. As far as kids, I'm full up. This rifle is for my 12 year old. Of course my 9 year old son is already asking when he gets his. Guess I'll just have to keep building. Mr Fixit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
724wd Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 fantastic job! i have the same bolt handle on a 1912 steyr. i flattened the underside a bit with the intent of checkering it. haven't gotten that far... i also like your rifle rack! heath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken98k Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 Looks Great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiris Posted January 3, 2009 Report Share Posted January 3, 2009 I'm sure your boy will be very happy, and proud of his Dad's talent. That's a wonderful, care-filled build in a all around chambering. Well done! Spiris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z1r Posted January 4, 2009 Report Share Posted January 4, 2009 Looks Good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemson Posted January 4, 2009 Report Share Posted January 4, 2009 Your boy will treasure that one! Clemson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmsniper Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 very nice great looking rifle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58gscott Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Beautiful rifle! Did you use anything on the stock to bring out the grain? I want to be your son, I wished my dad was like you. Great looking rifle, good eye for detail. 58gscott Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldora Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 Great job! I'd be proud to have it in my safe. Your son will really treasure that in years to come. Fun ain't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jverduce Posted January 22, 2009 Report Share Posted January 22, 2009 Real Sweet! Nice touch leaving the wood between the cutout and bolt stop. Nice custom look. I like it. -dogz- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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