Klette style rifle......

[Arcturus]

Superb job on that rifle.  The original Klette is one of my favorites, especially the sideplate and patchbox.  As some others said, I think I like yours better than the original!

[Marcruger]

Just fantastic Ed. 

I might have missed it, but how long is that barrel?

I also note that you positioned the rear sight pretty far forward.  I am guessing either the original was that way, or a guy with old eyes like me is the proud recipient. 

I like the way the guard came out.  When I saw it last it was a carved wood pattern version.  Nice to see the final product. 

I also appreciate the cool photo with you bag, horn and flag.  Did you pose that one?  Well done in any event. 

Keep up the super work Ed.  Best wishes,   Marc

[ScottH]

Ed,
 This is a wonderful rifle. Super job. And thank you for sharing on the forum!
(I am one of probably very few that don't prefer the aged finish but that's just me  . )
About how much does this rifle weigh?

[Ed Wenger]

Thanks again, all...,very much appreciated.

Scott, I didn't weigh it, lol...  I would guess it's in the 8-9lb range, as the barrel is fairly hefty.  Despite that, it balances very well with that weight.

Marc, I believe the barrel length on the Klette pattern is 42".  The rear sight is 12" from the breach, which is typically where I place them on American pieces, even "early" pieces, unless otherwise requested.  And yes, I do that mainly for "old eyes", of which I have a pair as well.  Typically, you'll find "early" guns had rear sights that were closer to the breach than what you see on later and "Golden Age" pieces.  I believe that to be a carry over from Europe, where many European hunting rifles had rear sights closer to the breach.

The photo that has the bag, horn and flag was taken by a photographer, as were the ones with the board as a back drop.  I did the ones with the burlap background... 

Thanks again!!

        Ed

[James Rogers]

Love all about it Ed! Super rendition.
This is one of my favorite American pieces and even more so after seeing it in person a few years ago.

[Tom Currie]

Ed, Thanks for sharing your work with us. That's outstanding work, we've come to expect that from your shop.

[J. Talbert]

Great interpretation Ed.
Anybody would be thrilled to have it.
Myself included

Jeff

[B Shipman]

A lot went into this and it was worth it.