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Title: Fancy Fordney
Post by: B Shipman on August 15, 2025, 04:00:39 AM
Fancy Fordney. Just finished this the night before the CLA. New computer switching from PC to MAC. We'll see how it goes.
(https://i.ibb.co/SDhrKBfM/IMGP0001.jpg) (https://ibb.co/p6ty3dhM)

(https://i.ibb.co/9Hz3Qt4F/IMGP0002.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Zzt1qmgn)

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(https://i.ibb.co/1t7M5JKZ/IMGP0003.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fzq95GtM)

(https://i.ibb.co/7dPTCVJP/IMGP0005.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Q3LqQnFL)

(https://i.ibb.co/gM7BDQg3/IMGP0002.jpg) (https://ibb.co/svPMFc32)

(https://i.ibb.co/BVmv05ZN/IMGP0007.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8DJG1L5c)

(https://i.ibb.co/210My3KR/IMGP0006.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jP9wTk4q)
Title: Fancy Fordney
Post by: B Shipman on August 15, 2025, 04:01:57 AM
Forgot one
(https://i.ibb.co/vxyNVSbM/IMGP0008.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d0CNjRSH)
Title: Re: Fancy Fordney
Post by: Stoner creek on August 15, 2025, 04:09:21 AM
Another wonderful piece of work from a legend in our sport. Great job Bill.
W
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Post by: Ed Wenger on August 15, 2025, 04:19:00 AM
So great to see your work again, Bill!  Absolutely beautiful.  You continue to be an inspiration!  Best,

Ed
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Post by: smylee grouch on August 15, 2025, 05:25:13 AM
Agree, Top Shelf  work.
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Post by: sqrldog on August 15, 2025, 05:44:18 AM
Bill, that is one fine rifle. Fordney would be proud to put his name on it.
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Post by: Curtis on August 15, 2025, 05:47:30 AM
Another impeccable piece of art, Bill!! 


Curtis
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Post by: smart dog on August 15, 2025, 01:53:26 PM
Magnificent piece!!

dave
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Post by: Rolf on August 15, 2025, 02:35:31 PM
Very impressive work!! Beautiful rifle.

Best regards
Rolf
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Post by: Daryl on August 15, 2025, 06:08:49 PM
Bill what can I say? Absolutely stunning. ;D
That is a "BEST IN SHOW" rifle, as would be expected.
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Post by: JTR on August 15, 2025, 06:38:03 PM
That's a beauty of a rifle! And nice photography too.
John
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Post by: bama on August 15, 2025, 06:53:51 PM
Exceptional rifle Bill, very well done.
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Post by: mountainman on August 15, 2025, 07:27:36 PM
I was fortunate to see this beautiful rifle at the CLA show!
Bill was kind enough to explain the details of his work.  Great work Bill!!
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Post by: Dutch on August 15, 2025, 07:36:03 PM
Oh my goodness, a very fine creation.  The dedication to your craft is evident!
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Post by: gusd on August 15, 2025, 08:02:15 PM
Another Great job Bill.
Gus
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Post by: StevenV on August 16, 2025, 03:34:03 AM
nothing short of , exceptional and a gun that moves the emotions. What a piece of art, nice Bill
Steve
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Post by: Martin S. on August 16, 2025, 04:57:27 AM
That is stunning!  Very nice engraving and details.
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Post by: scottmc on August 16, 2025, 08:25:07 PM
Nobody builds a Fordney better than Bill.  Nice job Bill!
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Post by: Tim Crosby on August 16, 2025, 09:57:19 PM
 Haven't missed a step, Beautiful as always.

   Tim
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Post by: Ky-Flinter on August 17, 2025, 10:30:50 PM
I got to handle it at Stoner Creek's picnic, so eat your hearts out guys!

That's a great rifle Bill.  Glad you got pictures figured out on that new Mac!

Ron

Title: Re: Fancy Fordney
Post by: B Shipman on August 18, 2025, 05:50:41 AM
Thanks for the compliments guys.
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Post by: L T Grey on August 18, 2025, 09:18:50 PM
Wonderful craftsmanship and a beautiful rifle Bill!
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Post by: J. Talbert on August 19, 2025, 01:18:29 AM
I also got to see it up close and personal at Wayne’s.
It does not disappoint! 
😉

Jeff