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Title: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: AMartin on March 10, 2011, 04:57:59 PM

Here is my attempt at carving a Lehigh for our friend Smallpatch .... Hope you like it Dane ... !!

Not as clean as Kibler's ...... thats because I don't have any of those Keebler elves in my shop .......... I'll be here all week !!!!

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Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: Jim Kibler on March 10, 2011, 05:28:01 PM

Well, I'll be the first.  It's gorgeous! I love the effect created by all detailed incised work, veining and chip cuts.  It creats a very rich look.  Think I'm the one who might need to try harder!  Thanks for posting this. 

Jim

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Post by: heinz on March 10, 2011, 05:58:04 PM

Wow! that is great and perfect for the style

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Post by: C Wallingford on March 10, 2011, 05:59:36 PM

Both of you make me want to break my fingers and just quit!! That is beautiful Allen

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Post by: Swampwalker on March 10, 2011, 06:17:56 PM

Now that's pretty!  Love the mix of incised and low relief, with subtle molding cuts.  Just great!

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Post by: James Rogers on March 10, 2011, 06:37:56 PM

Beautiful! That design could be a real mess without perfect execution.

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Post by: Robert Wolfe on March 10, 2011, 06:48:00 PM

I really appreciate folks like you and Jim Kibler posting this kind of stuff. It really helps me focus my thoughts and aspire to a higher level of work.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: D. Taylor Sapergia on March 10, 2011, 06:49:24 PM

James, you've said a mouthful there.  There is a lot to this work of carving art, and Allen, you have outdone yourself.

Love this dueling carving...bung a bung bung bung.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: Robby on March 10, 2011, 06:53:55 PM

You out Lehighed the  Lehigh's, beautiful!
Robby

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Post by: rich pierce on March 10, 2011, 07:40:24 PM

I think Allen's channeling some original makers.  He probably does it at night with candlelight, special chants and incantations.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: axelp on March 10, 2011, 08:31:27 PM

wow--- imagine what Allen could do with a couple of them Keebler elves runnin around wipin his brow with a kerchief and bringing him mineral water....

awesome work

K

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: greybeard on March 10, 2011, 09:02:07 PM

Just downright beautifull. Looks like it's stabbed in. How many radius gouges were used.  ????    Bob

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: smallpatch on March 10, 2011, 11:36:39 PM

I can't begin to tell you all, just how pleased I am.  Mr Martin is an artist, beyond compare.  AND one $#*! of a great guy, and just a bit of a comedian. :P
   As you've probably already guessed, I am just chomping at the bit to get this beauty in my hands.

Oh, and just one more thing...... she's all mine.... nanner, nanner, nanner!!

Sorry, couldn't resist.  8) ;) ;D

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: J. Talbert on March 11, 2011, 12:36:03 AM

Wooo!

And what's Smallpatch's current bid?? ;D

Awesome,
Jeff

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Post by: Acer Saccharum on March 11, 2011, 12:51:22 AM

AMartin, ever consider making replica casts of your carvings? Jim Kibler?  It's another great way to lose money, I am sure, but what a resource study piece these castings would be.

T

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: Acer Saccharum on March 11, 2011, 12:52:55 AM

In other words, that is truly spectacular, Allen. Very rich in variety of cuts, and in design. Man, oh, man.

Tom

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Post by: Bill of the 45th on March 11, 2011, 01:04:40 AM

Dane, Your significant other is gonna be serious Jealous of that girl.  You better start buttering her up.  I have a couple of Al's girls and it's serious LOVE.  Guess it's old @$#% porn. ;D

Bill

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Post by: Pete G. on March 11, 2011, 02:26:14 AM

Wouldn't it be cool to be able to go back 200 years and carry that to a shooting match !!!!
You probably couldn't shoot because of everybody crowding around to look at the rifle.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch
Post by: JB2 on March 11, 2011, 03:58:45 AM

ANOTHER amazing carving pic!  Just curious, but how small are those veiners and gouges you're using?  I'll never get close to that kind of work, and I want to use my lack of tools as an excuse! :D

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Post by: bama on March 11, 2011, 05:45:01 AM

That is sweat!

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Post by: pathfinder on March 11, 2011, 06:14:42 AM

I'm with you Dr Delbert! Break my fingers and move on.That is some serious carving work. Almost took my breath away! One of the reasons I like doing plain Southern guns! I have a rock hard piece of #5 maple from Tiger Hunt that I'll try for my first Lehigh,just hope I don't turn it into a $5.00 table lamp!

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Post by: Tim Crosby on March 11, 2011, 03:18:40 PM

 Wow!  Allen, Outstanding. I wonder how I manageed to miss this yesterday. How about some other shots at this stage?

 Thanks, Tim C. 

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Post by: Tom Currie on March 11, 2011, 04:07:43 PM

Allen and Jim you both set the bar really high and provide inspiration for us all. Thanks for sharing examples of your work with us !

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: smshea on March 11, 2011, 07:36:44 PM

The hair might be gettin grey but the eyes are still working just fine! Beautiful and inspirering work my friend!

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Robby on March 11, 2011, 07:48:46 PM

All I get is a stack of blue boxes, filled with white question marks ???
Robby

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Ky-Flinter on March 11, 2011, 07:59:15 PM

Quote from: Robbie on March 11, 2011, 07:48:46 PM

All I get is a stack of blue boxes, filled with white question marks ???

ARRRGH!  Me too!  Don't tease us!

-Ron

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Acer Saccharum on March 11, 2011, 08:29:43 PM

Carving genius, computer dope.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: smallpatch on March 11, 2011, 09:03:16 PM

Makes me feel a little better..... at least he's not a genius at EVERYTHING!!

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Post by: g rummell on March 11, 2011, 10:15:20 PM

Sorry Allen, still not seeing anything but a bunch of boxes with an X in the middle. ???

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Post by: Dr. Tim-Boone on March 11, 2011, 10:22:48 PM

apparently your Keep and Share site rquires us to register and login in order to view the photos.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: g rummell on March 11, 2011, 10:38:27 PM

I'm sure glad he can build rifles! He may be looking for another job if he
worked in the computer field, LOL.  ;) Sorry Allen just couldn't resist.
Outstanding craftsmanship by the way!!!!

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: smallpatch on March 12, 2011, 12:54:49 AM

OK guys,  Allen is one $#*! of a builder, BUT, he can't seem to get his photos loaded.

Let's see if I can make it happen.

Check it out!!
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Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: AMartin on March 12, 2011, 01:20:32 AM

Thanks Dane ..

I need to find out why it wasn't loading for me .... Perhaos I need to upgrade my account or something ..

Allen

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: D. Taylor Sapergia on March 12, 2011, 01:39:54 AM

Move over Herman Rupp!!!  Superior in every way Allen.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Tim Crosby on March 12, 2011, 02:05:24 AM

 Did I say WOW? What an understatement. Thanks for the extra pics, ya know you're gonna have to do it again once the finish is on ;)

 Tim C.

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Robby on March 12, 2011, 02:16:56 AM

Sweet Jeepers, It is worth the wait!!
Robby

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Post by: Ed Wenger on March 12, 2011, 02:31:00 AM

WOW!!  I'm speechless...


              Ed

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Post by: Jim Kibler on March 12, 2011, 02:39:51 AM

That looks just beautiful Allen!  I love it!

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Post by: David G on March 12, 2011, 02:49:10 AM

Geez louise! That is carving that you can just keep on looking at. Busy yes, but masterfully done. Amazing work Allen.

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Post by: A.Merrill on March 12, 2011, 04:20:15 AM

    Allen, how long did it take you to do all the carving? When you stain it will you use the same strength stain on the carving as the rest of the gun or will you thin it as you go over the carving?   Very,Very nice work.    AL

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: smallpatch on March 12, 2011, 05:13:22 AM

AMerril,

I can answer that.  Less than two days. Allen sent me the "rough" drawings on the evening of the 8th.  He sent me these this morning. 

Who says there's no such thing as "good and fast"??

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: Long Ears on March 12, 2011, 05:23:46 AM

Allen, your carving is amazing, your eye for the art and then transferring it to the wood is amazing as well. An artist divine! Thanks for sharing. Dane, congratulations! Bob

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Post by: Bill of the 45th on March 12, 2011, 06:35:33 AM

WOW, and he doesn't make lady liberty look like Marge Simpson, ;D

Bill

Yer one lucky Dude, Dane.

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Post by: B Shipman on March 12, 2011, 09:02:45 AM

It just keeps geting better.

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Post by: Paddlefoot on March 12, 2011, 09:10:37 AM

Oh man, I thought that was my ex-wife.....Lady Liberty huh?    Seriously, I am just stunned at how well you captured that style of carving. Makes my work look like cave petroglyphs. Maybe I need a sharper rock?

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: M Tornichio on March 12, 2011, 04:24:48 PM

Very nice Allen!
I think this rifle looks to be one of the fanciest ones that I have seen built by you.
Dane you are very fortunate to be able to get such a nice quality rifle by one of the best.
Please post finished pictures.
I love it.

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Post by: KennyC on March 12, 2011, 06:08:55 PM

I like that carving hats off to you guys that can do that my carving attempts look like they were done with a 3lb hammer and a dull buther knife. lol

Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: JB2 on March 12, 2011, 11:52:42 PM

Well!  Now my butt hurts cause I just fell out of my chair!

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Post by: Gunn on March 16, 2011, 11:43:07 PM

That is drop dead gorgous.  My better half doesn't appreciate things like this.  But when I showed her the pictures, she was speechless.  Smallpatch you are one lucky dude to have a work of art like this.

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Post by: smallpatch on March 16, 2011, 11:50:26 PM

Amen, brother.

I just can't wait to get her in my hands.  Soon, very soon.

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Post by: smylee grouch on March 17, 2011, 03:25:11 AM

Wow, If I only had one rifle, I would be very happy with that one.   Gary

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Post by: Glenn on March 17, 2011, 03:36:03 AM

WOW ... that carving couldn't have come out better.  Very, very nice job indeed.  I'm envious of that talent to say the least !!!   ;D

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Post by: Kermit on March 17, 2011, 06:06:57 PM

Impossible--at least for us mortals. ::)

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Post by: smallpatch on April 12, 2011, 04:28:27 AM

Well, The rifle (better known to us as the "Busty Brunette") is on the way.

Here's a couple of photos of the beauty.

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Title: Re: Some Lehigh carving for smallpatch .. more pics added !!
Post by: coutios on April 12, 2011, 05:34:26 AM

  Remember that discussion a while back about what makes a great gun????

Well there it is......  don't have to talk about it, just look.....

Regards
Dave