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General discussion => Gun Building => Topic started by: Ky-Flinter on December 29, 2019, 11:54:30 PM
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The annual ALR cabin-fever, winter get-together at Ft. Boonesborough State Park, Ky. will be held on January 25, 2020. We will be meeting in the "Tavern" blockhouse from 9am to 4pm, with a break for lunch at Hall's on the River.
All ALR members and anyone that's interested in the study, building, shooting, etc. of long rifles, horns, bags, knives, etc. is welcome. Please bring works in progress, recently completed pieces, antiques for discussion, items for sale or trade.
In past years we've had from 10 to 15 attendees, but we can accommodate more, and we always have a great time, so please come and join us. We usually try to have some tutorials or demo's lined up, so if anyone has any tips or how-to's they would be willing to pass along, please let me know.
I'd like to get a rough head count, so I can let the Fort know how many tables and chairs we need, so please let me know if you think you will be attending.
Here's a link with info on the Fort http://www.fortboonesboroughlivinghistory.org/
I'll be looking forward to seeing y'all at the Fort.
-Ron
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Ron, I hope to be there. Maybe make it there a bit earlier this year.
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Count me in Ron and thanks,Joey.
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Ron,I think you mean 2020.
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My rough head will be there! I’ll bring some stuff for y’all to pour over. Got a few projects that I’m finishing up. Here’s a sneak peek.
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Ron,I think you mean 2020.
Ooops! You're right! At least I got the "January 25th" part right.
-Ron
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I’ll be there Ron and I’ll bring Curly Bean with me. I’ll bring a couple guns, bags and stuff and I’m sure he will bring the same.
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I’m planning on being there Ron. Always a good time.
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Ron,
I'm newly retired, so no more work excuses for me. I should be there .
Thanks,
Jeff
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Wayne, I don’t know about a rough head, but I’ve been called a knot head most of my life...will that work? I’ll be there, provided the weather doesn’t go to heck. I’m sure I can find something to bring.
Greg
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I definitely plan to be there.
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Ron, I would love to be able to make this get together. It sounds like a great time, but unfortunately it is right after my show and just before Mel's so there is no way I can squeeze it in. I hope you guys have a great time.
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Ron, count me in! Marking my calendar now.
Kevin Payne
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Ron, If it is not too late, I would like to attend the meet this year.
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Is this a period dress event at the Fort, or a “come as you are”?
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Thanks for all the replies and interest fellows, it should be a good time.
Jim,
It would be quite a haul from Alabama for our little get-together, but if you're ever in the neighborhood you are certainly welcome.
Uncle Hiram,
No, it's not too late. It won't be too late until about 4:00pm on Jan. 25 ;)
Top Jaw,
It's come as you are. Actually the Fort is closed for the winter, but they graciously allow us the use of one of the blockhouses for our annual get-together.
I'm looking forward to seeing everyone!
-Ron
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Maybe I will have a wild cat to bring this year too. I'm getting a late start on trapping this year.
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I’ll be sure to bring that fancy Lester Smith bench gun. There’s a lot to see on that piece alone.
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I’ll be sure to bring that fancy Lester Smith bench gun. There’s a lot to see on that piece alone.
Last weekend I got to closely examine the Lester Smith gun. I still have the forestock carving seared into my brain.
David
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I'll bring a birthday cake!!
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I'll bring a birthday cake!!
Your birthday cakes are making me age faster :o
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Wayne, gossip has it that, the more birthdays you have, the longer you live!
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I got permission from the owner to bring the Franklin County rifle. Hoo-ah! I can't wait, just 10 days away. And birthday cake, too?!
-Ron
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I can’t wait either, this is the highlight of my winter...Halls, here I come! Ron, one of the guys I shoot with will be coming with me, so I’ll have a plus-one.
Greg
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Great! Come on!
-Ron
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Don't forget, Boonesborough is this Saturday!
-Ron
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I’m bringing 2 recently completed projects and one under construction. Maybe a couple of pieces of eye candy.
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Well, I don't know about the rest of you guys, but I had a ball today! I brought my friend's original Franklin County rifle and I thought I had a lock on the "oldest gun" there, until an original Peter Berry showed up. Hoo-ah! Now that was cool and got to spend the day with great friends.
-Ron
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Ahhhh, the Lester Smith heavy bench gun. Saw and handled that gun 2 weeks ago and I still have images of the forestock scroll carving seared in my brain. Looks like a great and informational time was had by all. Hi Mike Lyons. I see Brian Barker took a day off as well.
David
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Thanks Ron for putting this on. And thanks to Fort Boonesboro for hosting it. Always a fun time. Thanks for getting me logged on Again!
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Thanks Ron for the good time. Only my second time but it’s permanently on my calendar. Some of the best men to spend a day with. Hey David Rase, “Big Paws” fixed me up. I’ll be getting in touch as soon as I recover from the annual Disney trip.
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Yes,much thanks to Ron for heading this up. Had a great time as always seeing the guys and all the wares.
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Good friends.
Good fellowship.
Great guns.
And......Birthday Cake!!!!!
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Ahhhh, the Lester Smith heavy bench gun. Saw and handled that gun 2 weeks ago and I still have images of the forestock scroll carving seared in my brain. Looks like a great and informational time was had by all. Hi Mike Lyons. I see Brian Barker took a day off as well.
David
David, those two Smith guns are a mind expanding experience. You literally have to pull up a seat, as they will pull you into an ever deepening rabbit hole of detail...end to end detail. I can’t imagine the amount of time expended in even cutting out that wear plate, much less the inletting, and the full coverage engraving on everything... They are truly special, and I’m thankful to Wayne for letting us study them.
Sure was a good day, the highlight of my winter. We should do this more often!
Greg
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Thanks for posting the Pix Ron.
Tim
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Here are a few photos of that original Peter Berry...
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Another fun day at Boonsboro. Thanks Ron as always, along with Fort Boonsboro for allowing us to use the facilities.
Lots of good stuff to see this year. Especially enjoyed getting to see and handle the original Peter Berry rifle. Also those two Lester smith rifles are something else .
Great to see everyone.
Jeff
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Thanks to all for a "first-timer" guest . You all are a welcoming bunch. Looking forward to seeing you all again down the road. Charlie
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I will second what Mtmannh just said. You all sure made me most welcome as a first timer. There was much to see there from fantastic originals to recent contemporary pieces to works in progress. Much to see and much to learn. Looking forward to seeing you guys again at Lake Cumberland in a couple of weeks. I had a great time at the fort Saturday.
Rick Anthony
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Thanks for putting that on, Ron. Great people and great experience, yet again.
Looking forward to next year.