Author Topic: Early Winchester, VA Rifle... (Read 13936 times)

Ed Wenger · « **on:** October 20, 2015, 07:37:45 PM »

This rifle is based upon the work of A. Haymaker, and is meant to represent some of the early pieces coming out of the Winchester, VA area. Not a whole lot of bells and whistles on this rifle... It has a Rice "C" weight barrel in .54 caliber, and Chambers lock. The butt piece and trigger guard are from Dave Keck. Typically, a more Germanic lock would have probably been used for such a rifle. At any rate, the stock was from Wayne Dunlap, stained with home brew Aqua Fortise, and finished with Permalyn sealer. If anyone has any questions, I'd be happy to answer them. Thanks for lookin'!

Ed

bama · « **Reply #1 on:** October 20, 2015, 07:51:06 PM »

Very nice work Ed, it is a beautiful and well built rifle. The carving and finish are excellant.

D. Taylor Sapergia · « **Reply #2 on:** October 20, 2015, 08:00:09 PM »

Boy to I ever agree with Bama! No bells and whistles, eh? Sure do like it!!

David Rase · « **Reply #3 on:** October 20, 2015, 08:09:30 PM »

Ed,
I like that style of rifle very much and you definitely nailed it! Great color and patina. The rifle is not overly adorned but not plain by any means.
David

jcmcclure · « **Reply #4 on:** October 20, 2015, 09:00:33 PM »

Thats a beautiful rifle and it really captures the Winchester school of Virginia guns.

smart dog · « **Reply #5 on:** October 20, 2015, 09:04:17 PM »

Zoweeeee Ed!!!!!
Very, very nice, and I am very interested in this gun because I have a Haymaker to build this winter. I will probably PM you with questions over the next few months.

dave

KC · « **Reply #6 on:** October 20, 2015, 09:17:24 PM »

I have to agree with everyone else, it's stunning. Beautiful carving and engraving, but not overly done.

What is the length of the barrel? Also, what process did you use to get that finish on the lock and the barrel?

okieboy · « **Reply #7 on:** October 20, 2015, 09:36:52 PM »

Of all the good things about it, I particularly love that no-red honey to dark brown color.

Bill Ladd · « **Reply #8 on:** October 20, 2015, 09:58:40 PM »

Very very nice. Love that patchbox lid.

Arcturus · « **Reply #9 on:** October 20, 2015, 10:00:30 PM »

Absolutely gorgeous...wood, architecture, carving, finish...perfect for my tastes. Just the right amount of "bells and whistles"

flinchrocket · « **Reply #10 on:** October 20, 2015, 10:04:25 PM »

Yes, that is a beauty. I especially like the antique finish, kinda used but not abused.

PPatch · « **Reply #11 on:** October 20, 2015, 10:22:18 PM »

I like everything about your rifle, it's talking to me. Great job!

dave

Joe S. · « **Reply #12 on:** October 20, 2015, 10:56:27 PM »

very sharp looking rifle,the wood color blends particularly well with your metal finish also,nice work

smylee grouch · « **Reply #13 on:** October 20, 2015, 11:35:03 PM »

I agree with everyone else. Great effort and end product. I like it alot.

James Rogers · « **Reply #14 on:** October 21, 2015, 01:17:17 AM »

Been in the gun shop most of the day. I don't want to go back tomorrow after looking at that nice work! ; )
Wonderful Ed as always.

oldtravler61 · « **Reply #15 on:** October 21, 2015, 01:51:20 AM »

Well Ed I have one gripe........It's Not mine. An Wished mine turned out that nice!!!Excellent work.

wattlebuster · « **Reply #16 on:** October 21, 2015, 02:14:44 AM »

Perfect

Its got just enough carving, engraving but not overdone. I love it

Tom Currie · « **Reply #17 on:** October 21, 2015, 02:24:16 AM »

Ed I like the definition where the sides of the buttstock meet the comb and also the detail on the box lid. Well done as always.

Mark Elliott · « **Reply #18 on:** October 21, 2015, 03:11:58 AM »

I always liked Haymaker's work, but yours is better. What else can i say?

billd · « **Reply #19 on:** October 21, 2015, 03:19:42 AM »

Beautiful

Ed Wenger · « **Reply #20 on:** October 21, 2015, 04:57:53 AM »

Thanks very much, everyone, greatly appreciated.

Dave, I have some photos you might be interested in when it comes time to start your project, let me know...

KC, the barrel length is 42". The barrel and lock were both cold blued with Perma Blue, then rubbed back to the desired color using a gray Scotch Brite pad. Very simple process.

Thanks again,

Ed

L Moler · « **Reply #21 on:** October 21, 2015, 05:18:15 AM »

Very nice.. I like the fact that it looks like it has some age to it...

Mike Brooks · « **Reply #22 on:** October 21, 2015, 02:07:55 PM »

You're doing some great work Ed.

rich pierce · « **Reply #23 on:** October 21, 2015, 02:30:09 PM »

I am especially impressed with the cheekpiece carving. The broad concave main scroll is beautifully executed. In my experience, that is a tough one to pull off adequately, and this is stellar, not adequate.

BOB HILL · « **Reply #24 on:** October 21, 2015, 03:10:52 PM »

I always enjoy seeing your work Ed. You certainly have done an outstanding job on this rifle, as always. Keep them coming. Bob

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