Monthly Archives: August 2011

1873 Winchester Rifle Forend and Stock Replacement / Restoration

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Sue

This was a fun job and a change from target shooting, but the challenge was to replace the stock and forend and keep the authenticity and patina of a gun that is over a hundred years old.  Too shiny is … Continue reading →

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3 Nice Rifle Stock Blanks ~ Koa and Walnut

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Sue

Claro Walnut Stock   Claro Walnut The wood of J. hindsii is commonly called claro walnut by the lumber industry and woodworkers.[5] It is highly figured with a rich brown color and striking grain patterns, especially in the crotch areas, where large limbs meet the … Continue reading →

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Fiddleback Bastone Walnut Smallbore Rifle

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Doantrevor

Fiddleback Bastone Walnut Smallbore Rifle with Anschutz action

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Karl Kenyon’s Memorial services – Ely, Nevada

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Sue

The following info on Karl Kenyon’s Memorial Service was sent by David Kimes, along with this note: “Were it not for Karl Kenyon I would have one less World Championship gold medal with world record (shared with Lones Wigger), and possibly not … Continue reading →

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European Walnut Smallbore Rifle

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Doantrevor

I am converting this rifle stock from left handed to right handed.  This was a Clifford Pierson stock for an Anschutz rifle.  I’ve added the pistol grip cap to lengthen the pistol grip so that the hand will be more … Continue reading →

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