Author Topic: New Augusta/Rockbridge VA Rifle (Read 6019 times)

Mark Elliott · « **on:** March 12, 2018, 03:37:24 AM »

This is my latest rifle. I made it for my brother. It is my third version of an 1775-1785 Augusta/Rockbridge Virginia rifle. Let me know what you think.

FDR · « **Reply #1 on:** March 12, 2018, 03:42:19 AM »

If your brother does not like it I will take it. Beautiful!

Fred

WKevinD · « **Reply #2 on:** March 12, 2018, 03:47:53 AM »

Mark, the rifle is gorgeous and has nice clean lines and once again your photography is exceptional.
Kevin

Greg Pennell · « **Reply #3 on:** March 12, 2018, 04:05:43 AM »

Beautiful rifle Mark, well done! And, if you ever feel the need for another brother, I’m available for adoption...

Greg

bama · « **Reply #4 on:** March 12, 2018, 04:41:36 AM »

Great rifle Mark, I know you're brother will really appreciate your work. Thanks for sharing

Marcruger · « **Reply #5 on:** March 12, 2018, 04:47:01 AM »

Looks to be a great job on a fine rifle. I'd be proud to own it and shoot it. I appreciate the fine carving. I am sure it is correct, but that lovely "in-the-white" finish scares me regarding upkeep. Thank you for sharing Mark. God Bless, Marc

Mark Elliott · « **Reply #6 on:** March 12, 2018, 04:57:17 AM »

Marc, the barrel and lock will oxidize over time just as the originals did. I don't expect anyone to try to keep it like that. Most people would want it aged, but I wanted finished as new.

BOB HILL · « **Reply #7 on:** March 12, 2018, 05:21:35 AM »

Fine rifle, Mark. Thanks for sharing.
Bob

A.Merrill · « **Reply #8 on:** March 12, 2018, 08:20:02 AM »

Very nice. I really like the carving. Al

Daryl · « **Reply #9 on:** March 12, 2018, 10:21:00 AM »

That's a fine rifle, Mark. Well done. More practice engraving, but quite suitable and close to many originals.
I am not familiar with the rifle you built to. I really like your craving, fit and finish.
Nice!

wattlebuster · « **Reply #10 on:** March 12, 2018, 11:31:33 AM »

Very nice work. I like it

smart dog · « **Reply #11 on:** March 12, 2018, 02:18:41 PM »

Beautiful Mark,
I love everything about it.

dave

KentSmith · « **Reply #12 on:** March 12, 2018, 02:19:39 PM »

Mark you do good work.

Tim Crosby · « **Reply #13 on:** March 12, 2018, 04:36:50 PM »

A Beauty Mark, the workmanship is outstanding as is the fit and finish. I like the as new to age on its own idea.

Tim

Dennis Glazener · « **Reply #14 on:** March 12, 2018, 05:05:08 PM »

Nice work.
Dennis

KC · « **Reply #15 on:** March 12, 2018, 05:30:54 PM »

That's a beautiful rifle, I enjoy seeing your work.
K.C.

Stoner creek · « **Reply #16 on:** March 12, 2018, 06:28:16 PM »

I like everything about this piece. The color is spot on. Stock layout is great. Carving is beautiful. Thanks for sharing this with us!

Mike Brooks · « **Reply #17 on:** March 12, 2018, 06:40:36 PM »

I've always liked that particular style of rifle, you do it very well.

iloco · « **Reply #18 on:** March 12, 2018, 07:02:22 PM »

Fine looking rifle. Great photo's. What is the barrel Length and caliber.

vanu · « **Reply #19 on:** March 12, 2018, 07:02:56 PM »

Very nice Mark! True to the spirit of the original...have you sent photos to Wallace? I am sure he would be very interested in seeing them.

Bruce

longcruise · « **Reply #20 on:** March 12, 2018, 07:42:13 PM »

Quote from: FDR on March 12, 2018, 03:42:19 AM

If your brother does not like it I will take it. Beautiful!

Fred

Heck yes! I'll gladly change my name to match the patch box.

oldtravler61 · « **Reply #21 on:** March 12, 2018, 11:23:23 PM »

Mark excellent work. Like everything about this rifle. Also thank you for the great photographs. Like the all around veiws you did. Shows the architecture of the rifle so much better.
Ever thought of doing a longrifle book of photographs in this picture format?
I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Weldone an thanks for showing....! Oldtravler

Mark Elliott · « **Reply #22 on:** March 12, 2018, 11:26:31 PM »

Quote from: iloco on March 12, 2018, 07:02:22 PM

Fine looking rifle. Great photo's. What is the barrel Length and caliber.

The barrel is a Rice, Dickert profile, 44", C-54. The balance point is right behind the rear sight.

Mark Elliott · « **Reply #23 on:** March 12, 2018, 11:36:22 PM »

Quote from: oldtravler61 on March 12, 2018, 11:23:23 PM

Mark excellent work. Like everything about this rifle. Also thank you for the great photographs. Like the all around veiws you did. Shows the architecture of the rifle so much better.
Ever thought of doing a longrifle book of photographs in this picture format?
I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Weldone an thanks for showing....! Oldtravler

I have taken lots of photos for other people's books and magazines. That is the only way there is any money in it. The photos you see are what you get in my standard $99 long gun package. Space in a book is too precious for someone to use all the photos. I have suggested that the authors include a CD/DVD with ALL the photos, but knowledgeable publishers tell me that the CD/DVD idea doesn't sell.

I take photos at my home in Mechanicsville,VA and at the Virginia-Kentucky Rifle Show in Front Royal, VA. If anybody has the space for me to setup at your show, I will certainly entertain the idea.

Mike Brooks · « **Reply #24 on:** March 13, 2018, 12:13:08 AM »

Quote from: Mark Elliott on March 12, 2018, 11:36:22 PM

Quote from: oldtravler61 on March 12, 2018, 11:23:23 PM
Mark excellent work. Like everything about this rifle. Also thank you for the great photographs. Like the all around veiws you did. Shows the architecture of the rifle so much better.
Ever thought of doing a longrifle book of photographs in this picture format?
I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Weldone an thanks for showing....! Oldtravler

I have taken lots of photos for other people's books and magazines. That is the only way there is any money in it. The photos you see are what you get in my standard $99 long gun package. Space in a book is too precious for someone to use all the photos. I have suggested that the authors include a CD/DVD with ALL the photos, but knowledgeable publishers tell me that the CD/DVD idea doesn't sell.

I take photos at my home in Mechanicsville,VA and at the Virginia-Kentucky Rifle Show in Front Royal, VA. If anybody has the space for me to setup at your show, I will certainly entertain the idea.

After purchasing some of the KRA DVD's I'm addicted to them. The detail is far better than what you can find in a book. I really dislike not having a book in hand, but making the sacrifice of having to view the screen is worth it in my opinion. I'd love someone to have made a high quality DVD of the collection Chambers is selling off at the moment.

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Author Topic: New Augusta/Rockbridge VA Rifle (Read 6019 times)