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Offline Dave R

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Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« on: February 16, 2015, 08:37:14 AM »
Marvin Kemper an accomplished second generation Pennsylvania / Kentucky rifle artist has recently completed a gorgeous flintlock rifle in the Berks County Peter Berry style with embellishments to honor his home town of Ferdinand Indiana for it's 175Th anniversary, Built with the finest quality components this brass/sterling silver mounted rifle is a beauty to behold! Excellent wood to metal fit and finish includes Marvin's period correct engraving and carving is now being auctioned on gun broker.com to benefit the towns anniversary, It is listed as # 466073589 which includes a nice article about Marvin his father Cornell and a few pictures of the Ferdinand 175Th anniversary flintlock rifle, Please look this over I am sure you find this a quality piece! Auction ends soon.
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Offline Ky-Flinter

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2015, 07:37:34 PM »
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Offline Don Adams

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #2 on: February 17, 2015, 01:29:50 AM »
Wow that's a fine looking rifle.
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Offline flinchrocket

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #3 on: February 17, 2015, 05:06:03 AM »
I like Marvin Kemper's work. Every one of his rifles that I have seen were flawless, just like this one. I
especially like the finish on his guns. Looks like he grew hair on his face since I last saw him !

   Be nice to see this one on the CLA blog site .
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Offline Dave R

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #4 on: February 22, 2015, 06:34:29 AM »
Builder Marvin Kemper's Ferdinand Indiana flintlock rifle benefiting the towns 175th anniversary's bid is @ $10184.00, Auction ends Sunday@ 5.00 PM
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Offline Mark Elliott

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #5 on: February 24, 2015, 01:51:11 AM »
That rifle sold for $15,000.   It would seem that Marv's work is finally getting what it is worth.   If you haven't seen Marv's work in person, it has been top drawer and way under priced for quite some time.   

Congratulations Marv!

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Offline Dave R

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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #6 on: February 24, 2015, 06:21:25 AM »
Mark, Flinchrocket, Don and Ron.

Our thoughts parallel !!

I have been fortunate to view Marvins Ferdinand Berks County flintlock rifle during and after completion, It is a fine work of functional art in every respect!!

 Marvin, My compliments!!
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Re: Marvin Kemper Ferdinand Indiana 175 anniversary flintlock rifle.
« Reply #7 on: February 24, 2015, 07:46:54 PM »
Mark, Dave, and others thank you for your positive comments.
Regards,
Marvin
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