Author Topic: Altland Smoothrifle finished (Read 2244 times)

BarryE · « **on:** April 14, 2019, 01:39:47 AM »

The 20 ga/62 cal octagon to round barrel was made to the dimensions of an original barrel on an Altland smoothrifle by Charles Burton of FCI. Lock was cut from a Chambers Gunmakers Flintlock to the shape of an original Altland lock. The stock dimensions are also from an original Altland rifle. (Thanks Stan Hollenbaugh!) The carving, patchbox, sideplate, and engraving were taken from an original in the Kindig collection. The stock was first treated with vinegaroon and the a wash of LMF maple and BC Colonial Red to get a red cast. Patchbox, thimbles, nosecap, sights, and trigger by myself.

smart dog · « **Reply #1 on:** April 14, 2019, 01:47:13 AM »

Hi Barry,
Wonderful. I love the Atland guns because of their similarity to George Eister's work. You did really well reproducing that style. Well done.

dave

BarryE · « **Reply #2 on:** April 14, 2019, 01:56:08 AM »

Smart Dog, That means a great deal to me! Thanks. And an Eister is up next.

rich pierce · « **Reply #3 on:** April 14, 2019, 01:57:27 AM »

Fine work - quite an undertaking!

Marcruger · « **Reply #4 on:** April 14, 2019, 02:02:21 AM »

That is some pretty work. I especially like your decisions on barrel finishing and butt carving. God Bless, Marc

BarryE · « **Reply #5 on:** April 14, 2019, 02:44:49 AM »

Marc and Rich, Thanks for your kind remarks. Marc, I saw the original rifle and really liked its looks. I tried to approximate it's look.

Lzymtlsmth · « **Reply #6 on:** April 14, 2019, 03:25:05 AM »

Great craftsmanship. Carving nicely executed.

BOB HILL · « **Reply #7 on:** April 14, 2019, 03:47:07 AM »

Very nice work, Barry. Thanks for sharing.
Bob

TommyG · « **Reply #8 on:** April 14, 2019, 04:08:28 AM »

Beautiful work Barry. Crisp lines & carving. I really like the finish and also the barrel finish as well. Could you share the finish you used for the barrel? Thanks. TommyG

BarryE · « **Reply #9 on:** April 14, 2019, 04:30:29 AM »

TommyG. Thanks for the comments. I used LMF cold browning solution. I rusted it several times and rubbed it back initially with steel wool until it pitted a bit. The last coats were rubbed back with automotive Scotchbrite. I was trying to get the uneven look that I saw on the original rifle.

Lucky R A · « **Reply #10 on:** April 14, 2019, 02:51:09 PM »

Very nice work, I like to see faithful reproductions of originals. It is always nice to have the original available for a "bench copy" when possible. You quickly discover when working from photos that many of the books do not show many of the views that you need. Your fine work and attention to detail certainly shows...

Ron

BarryE · « **Reply #11 on:** April 14, 2019, 04:28:28 PM »

Thank you Ron. While I didn't have a rifle at my disposal for a bench copy, handling , photographing, and measuring an original, as well as seeing the rifle I took the many of features from were instrumental in getting the feel and views needed to get close to the original work. I was fortunate in a way many others are not. Thanks for your comments!

Daryl · « **Reply #12 on:** April 14, 2019, 08:00:00 PM »

Great gun, Barry. I especially like the rear sight, too.
Do you have a bead on the front sight blade?

BarryE · « **Reply #13 on:** April 14, 2019, 08:35:26 PM »

Daryl, Thanks! I just made a flattop front sight a bit wider than usual. The old eyes need a bit of help.

Levi Garrett · « **Reply #14 on:** April 14, 2019, 10:05:39 PM »

What a beautiful gun, I like everything about it. The fit and finish are impeccable. With that barrel it should handle very well. Fantastic job!

Daryl · « **Reply #15 on:** April 15, 2019, 08:04:15 PM »

Quote from: BarryE on April 14, 2019, 08:35:26 PM

Daryl, Thanks! I just made a flattop front sight a bit wider than usual. The old eyes need a bit of help.

TKs Barry. Yes - I had to go to a wide V and large bead on my .50, yet it does not look large when peering through the sights.

alacran · « **Reply #16 on:** April 15, 2019, 11:08:38 PM »

Very nice. The job you did on the barrel wedges, one of the best I've seen.

BarryE · « **Reply #17 on:** April 15, 2019, 11:14:05 PM »

Thank you Alacran. They are not 100% perfect but the jig I got from one of our members, Dave Rase, contributed greatly to my success on that.

Mick C · « **Reply #18 on:** April 16, 2019, 10:30:41 PM »

Beautiful gun. Thanks for sharing.

BarryE · « **Reply #19 on:** April 27, 2019, 02:52:21 AM »

And, by golly, it works good too! Ohio on Tuesday.

Nordnecker · « **Reply #20 on:** April 27, 2019, 01:33:15 PM »

I like it a lot. Nice job on that turkey, too.

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