Author Topic: New Rifle on it's way (Read 5340 times)

Don Adams · « **on:** March 19, 2018, 03:59:24 AM »

Just got pictures this weekend - the rifle will be boxed up and on it's way to me tomorrow. Mike Davis is the builder, it is a Virginia style rifle - premium curly maple - Charles Burton (FCI) barrel 50 caliber - 42 inches (corrected from 44 inches) - forged butt plate, forged trigger guard, Davis trigger, L&R Durs Egg lock - poured pewter nose cap. Can't wait to get to the range and put some balls down range.

Greg Pennell · « **Reply #1 on:** March 19, 2018, 05:08:35 AM »

Man, that’s a beauty, congrats! I love those iron mounted rifles...got a couple on my current build list.

Greg

Molly · « **Reply #2 on:** March 19, 2018, 05:41:28 AM »

Looks like the one offered on the CLA live auction in 2016. Was very interested but the LOP was just too short for "him".

hanshi · « **Reply #3 on:** March 20, 2018, 01:30:08 AM »

Yes, that is one fine humdinger of a rifle!

Don Adams · « **Reply #4 on:** March 20, 2018, 02:13:08 AM »

Quote from: hanshi on March 20, 2018, 01:30:08 AM

Yes, that is one fine humdinger of a rifle!

Thanks!

Don Adams · « **Reply #5 on:** March 20, 2018, 02:14:16 AM »

Quote from: Molly on March 19, 2018, 05:41:28 AM

Looks like the one offered on the CLA live auction in 2016. Was very interested but the LOP was just too short for "him".

It is pretty much like the CLA rifle of 2016 auction. A little better stock and not as dark finished - actually had him finish as a "new rifle" I believe he used the antique finish on the CLA rifle. I asked for the patchbox and the silver edelweiss flower just like the CLA rifle. I wanted the curl to really show and when the stock is antiqued it is sometimes a little too dark for me.

snapper · « **Reply #6 on:** March 20, 2018, 03:10:44 AM »

nothing on the thumb piece?

Fleener

oldtravler61 · « **Reply #7 on:** March 20, 2018, 03:24:23 AM »

Don nice rifle. Really like that patchbox. Thanks for showing.

Nessmuck · « **Reply #8 on:** March 20, 2018, 03:28:14 AM »

44 incher.....that can reach out and touch someone ! And I thought 42 was long ...looking good Don.

Don Adams · « **Reply #9 on:** March 20, 2018, 05:04:08 AM »

Quote from: snapper on March 20, 2018, 03:10:44 AM

nothing on the thumb piece?

Fleener

my name will be on the patchbox.

Don Adams · « **Reply #10 on:** March 20, 2018, 05:18:16 AM »

Quote from: Nessmuck on March 20, 2018, 03:28:14 AM

44 incher.....that can reach out and touch someone ! And I thought 42 was long ...looking good Don.

Looked back on my order for the barrel (FCI barrel) it is a .50 cal - 42 inch "C" weight barrel swamped. 1 in 66" round bottom rifling.
Good thing I keep the emails. LOL!

Daryl · « **Reply #11 on:** March 20, 2018, 05:19:25 AM »

Nice comfortable looking rifle to shot, Don - well done.
Taylor's Virginy rifle is a "C" weight - what a wonderful offhand rifle indeed.

mab7 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 20, 2018, 07:11:15 AM »

Gorgeous rifle!
Out of curiosity, how long was your wait? He is building me a tribute rifle for an ancestor in .54 based on his Old Virginia style. The anticipation is killing me!

Don Adams · « **Reply #13 on:** March 21, 2018, 12:44:47 AM »

MAB7 answered your question via pm. Daryl - I'm hoping the "C" weight will be better to hold on target. That "A" weight .40 that I have sure likes to dance around on me. On a bench it's very accurate - but after several shots during the league the mirage starts and I find I need a little more weight out front to hold it steady.

Don Adams · « **Reply #14 on:** March 22, 2018, 02:28:40 AM »

Woohoo it's here!

This addition completes my Mike Davis collection of game rifles -

Cades Cove Fiddler · « **Reply #15 on:** March 22, 2018, 03:08:31 AM »

..... WOW,... looks better with each new photo,.... glad she's "at home" now,... !!!

Nessmuck · « **Reply #16 on:** March 22, 2018, 04:47:32 AM »

The Holy Trinity...looks great !

Don Adams · « **Reply #17 on:** April 14, 2018, 01:37:17 AM »

Took the rifle out for the first time - nice and warm but the wind was something else - I think I have the 25 yd load but the 50 yard range I tried 4 shots but the wind was just too much and more open than or 25 yard range.

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Cades Cove Fiddler · « **Reply #18 on:** April 14, 2018, 05:07:57 PM »

... Yep,.... looks like she likes a thick patch,... Great looking gun,... great shooter,.... cannot ask for much more,.... !!! ... Regards,.... C C Fiddler ....

hanshi · « **Reply #19 on:** April 14, 2018, 08:30:11 PM »

You really like to break our hearts, don't you?

dogcreek · « **Reply #20 on:** April 19, 2018, 01:20:16 AM »

That's a beauty! I hope it shoots as good as it looks.

stubshaft · « **Reply #21 on:** April 19, 2018, 08:11:29 PM »

She is gorgeous and shoots great too.

Don Adams · « **Reply #22 on:** May 02, 2018, 02:28:45 AM »

I was able to take it to the 50 yard range today and I think I have it pretty close. Just wished my eyesight was better (wrinkle in my macula that distorts my vision) Especially at longer distances past 25 yds. I did use 3F this time - 70 grains. Forgot to take the .020 patches but did have the .018 patches with me. Mr. Flintlock lube. The shot to the right was my fault. I knew it as soon as I pulled the trigger. I'm going to need to get me some clear shooting glasses - bronze just doesn't cut it on a sunny day.

hanshi · « **Reply #23 on:** May 02, 2018, 10:01:52 PM »

Whoa, now; that 50yd target is fine. It has to be a very good day for me to get such groups.

Nessmuck · « **Reply #24 on:** May 03, 2018, 03:44:40 PM »

Yup...nothing wrong with that group !

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