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Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« on: February 20, 2015, 12:37:04 AM »
I have been lurking here for a while, but this is my first post. I know that Eric is a moderator here and I hope I am not stealing his thunder by posting this. I am just thrilled with his work.

This is a once in a lifetime rifle, at least for me. Last May or so I commissioned  Eric von Aschewege of Neahkahnie Flintlocks to build a Jacob Kuntz style rifle.  Weather permitting I will hook up with Eric this weekend (or next) to take delivery. On Sunday, March 8 I will be 64 and this is my birthday present to myself. Woo hoo! I have not allowed myself to get excited until now.

http://www.neahkahnieflintlocks.com/jacob-kuntz.html
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Offline Dennis Glazener

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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #1 on: February 20, 2015, 01:10:35 AM »
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Weather permitting I will hook up with Eric this weekend (or next) to take delivery. On Sunday, March 8 I will be 64 and this is my birthday present to myself. Woo hoo! I have not allowed myself to get excited until now.
The weather would really have to be bad to stop me from making that pick-up and I live in VA :D I am sure you will be proud of the rifle, Eric does outstanding work. I hope you enjoy the new rifle and also your time here on ALR.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #2 on: February 20, 2015, 01:37:12 AM »
What a nice rifle.  Great job, Eric.  I like it.

Jim
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #3 on: February 20, 2015, 01:49:52 AM »
I guess to wish you a Happy Birthday would be redundant...you already are!

A most elegant rifle to be sure.  Congrats to you and Eric.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #4 on: February 20, 2015, 02:17:34 AM »
Hi Goose,
Congratulations and great choice of gun and gunmaker.  I am a fan of Eric's work and I know your rifle will be an heirloom of the highest quality.  I hope that I am still alive to see the work of Eric and other young makers like Jim Kibler when they are in their fifties.  I am sure it will be exciting.

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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #5 on: February 20, 2015, 06:00:36 AM »
Great Birthday present, Goose.  Very nice rifle, Eric.  Excellent work!


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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #6 on: February 20, 2015, 01:49:40 PM »
What a birthday present! Beautiful work, Eric.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #7 on: February 20, 2015, 02:04:23 PM »
Well done Eric and a big congrats to the buyer.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #8 on: February 20, 2015, 04:05:19 PM »
Great rifle Goose.  Never seen a Kuntz or Aschwege I didn't like.  I got your six.  Mav
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #9 on: February 20, 2015, 05:11:40 PM »
Absolutely stunning!  Beautiful design and execution, Eric.  Goose, I can't imagine a better birthday present.  My only thought, Goose, being in MA like Eric, keep an eye on the weather forecast.

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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #10 on: February 24, 2015, 08:27:09 PM »
My name is Taylor...I'm a Kuntzaholic!  And this Von Aschwege rifle isn't helping with my addiction!!  Simply marvelous Eric.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #11 on: February 24, 2015, 09:16:30 PM »
Welcome to the meeting Mr. Taylor, perhaps you could share with the group some of your experiences of what being a kuntzaholic has meant to both you and those you love...

Eric, Goose - just saw the rifle on Contemporary Makers, outstanding! I fully intend to borrow freely from it...  ::)

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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #12 on: February 25, 2015, 01:42:22 AM »
He's a guy who started at a high level with his first long rifle and keeps ramping it up. Maybe the architect in him have him a leg up but I think it's the STUDY he does that makes the final product believable.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #13 on: February 25, 2015, 04:18:12 AM »
Young Eric has come far in his longrifle journey. Pretty amazing work.
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #14 on: February 27, 2015, 07:20:54 AM »
So you're the lucky owner...  Good for you!   Great way to make your introduction here.  You certainly have fine taste.

That's a great rifle.

Nice job Eric.

Jeff
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #15 on: April 10, 2015, 02:03:10 PM »
Yup, that young fellow has the "knack"!......his research makes for a great rifle, as his hands and eyes work together VERY well......Mark of a artist.

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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #16 on: April 13, 2015, 09:09:10 PM »
I always enjoy that style of rifle from that area of Pennsylvania and this one is no exception. Kuntz was one of the masters.  
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Re: Eric Von Aschwege / Jacob Kuntz style rifle
« Reply #17 on: April 18, 2015, 01:37:44 AM »
I love every aspect of this rifle. Excellent work, maestro!

Excellent photography, too.
« Last Edit: April 18, 2015, 01:47:49 AM by Acer Saccharum »
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