Before
These are the steps I take to get the finished product from a rough stock like this.
*Inlet all metal to fit the action.
*Inlet all metal to fit the action.
*Glass and pillar bed.
*Sand and contour the stock to size.
*Sand and contour the stock to size.
*Install recoil pad and sling swivels
*Oil rub, buff, polish & finish.
Hope that doesn't make it sound too simple, because it is an awful lot of work. I always tell myself when I am working on a project like this. "Good thing I enjoy doing this.
Finished Product
Somehow I managed to not get a good picture of the whole gun. I was so enthused at how well the wood turned out. The whole thing was a beauty and I will try to get a shot of it up here. The owner was thrilled. Let me know if you have a project like this for me. You will be so pleased you did. Email me with your questions, request for quotes, etc. Thanks, Gunsmith Jake.
Wow -That is gorgeous- this is a piece to pass down for generations to come - you cannot find this type of workmanship today - do you sign your name on the work you create?
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