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Offline Adrie luke

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flintlock rifle
« on: December 11, 2017, 03:46:27 PM »
Finishing the Lancaster on scale.

In my last mail I made a mistake. I gave you the measures in cm.
The rifle is 24,5 inch. 



I rebuild my rifling bench. I started with 5 grooves, now I make 7.









Just some pictures and the patch box with iron screws.









I am shooting with the rifle, but.........

 SORRY!!!



Merry Christmas all!!
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« Reply #1 on: December 11, 2017, 03:57:20 PM »
That's awesome. I'm not sure what possesses someone to make miniature longrifles but I'm glad it does. They're really incredible to look at. The only thing that could've made these pictures any better was if the cover was off that Vette in the background.
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« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2017, 03:57:59 PM »
Absolutely great.  Like the vette as well.   8)

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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2017, 04:13:38 PM »
Quote from: KC on December 11, 2017, 03:57:20 PM
That's awesome. I'm not sure what possesses someone to make miniature longrifles but I'm glad it does. They're really incredible to look at. The only thing that could've made these pictures any better was if the cover was off that Vette in the background.

 In the Netherlands no less! How about a Pic in Over The Back Fence?

  Tim C.
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« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2017, 04:24:54 PM »
Quote from: Strong Bear on December 11, 2017, 03:57:59 PM
Absolutely great.  Like the vette as well.   8)

Dave

My exact thoughts!
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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2017, 04:57:00 PM »
Yep, seen the vette right off......couldn't say what was in the rest of the post...... :P
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« Reply #6 on: December 11, 2017, 05:30:36 PM »
Beautiful work!
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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #7 on: December 11, 2017, 06:12:58 PM »
Quote from: KC on December 11, 2017, 03:57:20 PM
That's awesome. I'm not sure what possesses someone to make miniature longrifles but I'm glad it does. They're really incredible to look at. The only thing that could've made these pictures any better was if the cover was off that Vette in the background.

In the Netherlands, you can't own a "real one" So the next best thing is a legal "Miniature" Adrie is a craftsman that makes incredible "models" even crossbows and other scale replicas. Now, how did you get the vette through customs? :) - I'll be in Eindhoven in Feb, hope we can catch up,

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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #8 on: December 11, 2017, 06:47:35 PM »
Quote from: Kingsburyarms on December 11, 2017, 06:12:58 PM
Quote from: KC on December 11, 2017, 03:57:20 PM
That's awesome. I'm not sure what possesses someone to make miniature longrifles but I'm glad it does. They're really incredible to look at. The only thing that could've made these pictures any better was if the cover was off that Vette in the background.

In the Netherlands, you can't own a "real one" So the next best thing is a legal "Miniature" Adrie is a craftsman that makes incredible "models" even crossbows and other scale replicas. Now, how did you get the vette through customs? :) - I'll be in Eindhoven in Feb, hope we can catch up,

Jon
So, you could make one in 31 in 32 scale and be legal?
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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #9 on: December 11, 2017, 06:51:51 PM »
Not if it fires...... :(
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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #10 on: December 11, 2017, 07:10:38 PM »
Quote from: Kingsburyarms on December 11, 2017, 06:51:51 PM
Not if it fires...... :(
Doesn't his little gun he just made fire?
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Offline Adrie luke

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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #11 on: December 11, 2017, 07:17:43 PM »
Jon,

When you are in The Netherland in February and you let me know, you are always welcome!
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Offline Adrie luke

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« Reply #12 on: December 11, 2017, 07:25:02 PM »
Mike,

It fires! But that is a little bit illegal.
I only can't buy black powder. To buy that you have to be a member of a shooting club.
But I am not a real shooter.
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« Reply #13 on: December 11, 2017, 11:10:09 PM »
You are a real artist, however.
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« Reply #14 on: December 12, 2017, 01:12:12 AM »
Adrie,

Wonderful miniature rifle! 

How far are you from Amsterdam?  I seem to be going there quite regularly lately.

Had a the great visit to the Rijksmuseum a few weeks ago. Wanted to go again but the weather was horrible on Friday as you probably know.

Cheers,
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« Reply #15 on: December 12, 2017, 02:40:57 PM »
Delightful work!  Just lovely.  Do I see a '64 Vette peeking out in one photo?  I did a lot of wrenching on a '64 in high school for one of my teachers.  Easy to work on.  Best wishes, and God Bless,   Marc
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Offline Adrie luke

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« Reply #16 on: December 12, 2017, 04:24:39 PM »
Hello Norm,

I live in Amsterdam, but not in the center. It is about 20 minutes from the Rijksmuseum.

Adrie
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Re: flintlock rifle
« Reply #17 on: December 18, 2017, 08:03:53 PM »
Quote from: Adrie luke on December 11, 2017, 07:25:02 PM
Mike,

It fires! But that is a little bit illegal.
I only can't buy black powder. To buy that you have to be a member of a shooting club.
But I am not a real shooter.

Something out of square here. You can't own a real muzzle loader but you can join a gun club???
Makes no sense but then European gun laws outside of Switzerland don't either.

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« Reply #18 on: December 18, 2017, 09:21:16 PM »

Wow that is amazing!

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I'm not sure what possesses someone to make miniature longrifles but I'm glad it does.

I used to wonder the same thing about scale trains and boats. What I have come to realize (after reading every Model Engineer Magazine from 1920- 1980) is that when working to scale the builder has the opportunity to learn techniques that would be impossible for them  at 1:1.  The scale rifling bench in this thread is an excellent example. ANYONE with an old rolling pin and a sliver of Silver Steel can actually learn how to build a tool that will rifle a barrel! No need for big spaces and big money.    Same thing with the reduced scale firearms-gives the builder the opportunity to learn each and every technique and architectural nuance with a greatly reduced investment. Brilliant really.
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« Reply #19 on: December 19, 2017, 01:40:56 AM »
I have been intrigued for years by the Beyer-Garratt steam locomotives and the Dornier DoX Flying Boat
with 12 engines.Are there any really good models of either?

Bob Roller
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« Reply #20 on: December 20, 2017, 03:22:31 AM »
very nice!
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Offline David Price

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« Reply #21 on: December 20, 2017, 03:47:59 AM »
Adrie,
When you first got in touch with me I was your only friend in the USA.  You sure have plenty now, I am so glad that I introduced  you to ALR.

Jon, (Kingsbury Arms ) is a good friend of mine, I hope you get to meet him.  He is also a master craftsmen, you will like him very much.  I would like to be there with him when you start comparing projects.

Keep up the good work and keep those pictures coming. 

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« Reply #22 on: December 23, 2017, 06:51:49 PM »
Adrie,
I must thank you and your wonderful wife for your gracious hospitality today.

It was a true pleasure to meet you both and see your fine rifles.

The craftsmanship of all those small parts just amazes me, especially the locks you made.

For all the guys here on the forum, trust me that the miniature rifles are way better in person than in pictures.  The attention to detail on some of those tiny parts is wonderful to see.
Watching those 2/5ths scale locks throw sparks was extraordinary.

Kingsbury Arms, I hope you get to meet with Adrie in February.

Cheers,
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