Author Topic: 3 patch box Bean rifle completed - My 2nd plank build (Read 3077 times)

Mike Lyons · « **on:** December 31, 2019, 02:22:47 AM »

Here’s my try at the 3 patch box Bean rifle. This has a 44” swamped A weight Rice barrrel with Bob Roller modified triggers. The buttplate and trigger guard were forged by Chris Walker. It has close to a 14” pull and about 3/16” offset Stoner Creek walnut stock. I poured my first pewter nose cap, pounded out steel patch boxes and made the hinges. The side plate is made from a 1 oz silver bar and the front sight from a silver eagle with a copper base. I wanted to incorporate everything I could in this SMR for experience. Looks like I have two screws on the double patchbox to finish.

Thanks to way way too many to mention on here. I know I’ll forget some and I apologize ahead of time. Mike Brooks, Chris Walker, Stoner Creek, David Rase, Cade’s Cove Fiddler, Taylor, Brian Barker, Ian Pratt, Bob Roller were all a big help in this rifle and I sincerely appreciate your advice.

Ky-Flinter · « **Reply #1 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:26:49 AM »

Dang Mike. Mighty handsome. Can you bring it to Boonesborough so I can play with it?

-Ron

WadePatton · « **Reply #2 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:28:23 AM »

Looks real good.

but

You're never going to get a Snickers into that toe box.

Mike Lyons · « **Reply #3 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:30:09 AM »

Sure will Ky and Wade, that’s an M&M dispenser.

mony · « **Reply #4 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:39:33 AM »

Maybe PEZ. Love the lines of that rifle.

A.Merrill · « **Reply #5 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:50:44 AM »

I really like the finish. One of the best SMR I have seen. Al

oldtravler61 · « **Reply #6 on:** December 31, 2019, 03:24:53 AM »

Mike mighty fine smr....gope mine turns out that nice...!
Mike as in Oldtravler

rich pierce · « **Reply #7 on:** December 31, 2019, 03:29:35 AM »

Looks good, nice clean architecture.

Bob McBride · « **Reply #8 on:** December 31, 2019, 03:32:30 AM »

A man who makes Southern rifles and wears Crocs is my kind of feller. Very nice work.

David Rase · « **Reply #9 on:** December 31, 2019, 05:16:35 AM »

Quote from: oldtravler61 on December 31, 2019, 03:24:53 AM

Mike mighty fine smr....gope mine turns out that nice...!
Mike as in Oldtravler
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Mike, can you explain, in detail, what an smr is? Inquiring minds want to know.
David

Mike Lyons · « **Reply #10 on:** December 31, 2019, 05:24:43 AM »

Quote from: David Rase on December 31, 2019, 05:16:35 AM

Quote from: oldtravler61 on December 31, 2019, 03:24:53 AM
Mike mighty fine smr....gope mine turns out that nice...!
Mike as in Oldtravler
[/quot]
Mike, can you explain, in detail, what an smr is? Inquiring minds want to know.
David
I have no clue David. We will have to wait on an expert to give us the skinny!!

Pennsylvania Dutchman · « **Reply #11 on:** December 31, 2019, 05:32:56 AM »

Beautiful rifle! Well Done! As for the Crocs, not so much. I could never get past the ugly. I have designated my property as a Croc free zone

Mark

Bob McBride · « **Reply #12 on:** December 31, 2019, 05:40:44 AM »

Quote from: Pennsylvania Dutchman on December 31, 2019, 05:32:56 AM

Beautiful rifle! Well Done! As for the Crocs, not so much. I could never get past the ugly. I have designated my property as a Croc free zone
Mark

Mine really is too. My old man has a pair for outside and a pair for in the house. He loves them. He got me a pair for Christmas and I made the mistake of wearing them to feed the hogs. Big mistake. They were forthwith banned from the house and the dog took them over as chew toys...

BOB HILL · « **Reply #13 on:** December 31, 2019, 06:24:56 AM »

Looks like you’ve done a spectacular job, Mike. Thanks for posting.
Bob

Mike Lyons · « **Reply #14 on:** December 31, 2019, 08:39:43 AM »

Thanks for all the compliments. The crocs were avoided for many years because they are ugly. One of the kids got them for me and after wearing them, I like them. I’ve walked quite a few miles in them without discomfort. I’m to the point where comfort outweighs about everything.

Greg Pennell · « **Reply #15 on:** December 31, 2019, 08:59:29 AM »

Great rifle Mike...can’t wait to get my hands on it at Boonesboro!

Greg

hawkeye · « **Reply #16 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:18:42 PM »

looks real good, nice build

wattlebuster · « **Reply #17 on:** December 31, 2019, 02:46:14 PM »

excellent work. I like it

Cory Joe Stewart · « **Reply #18 on:** December 31, 2019, 05:19:06 PM »

Fantastic!

Cades Cove Fiddler · « **Reply #19 on:** December 31, 2019, 06:57:56 PM »

... Just comparing your photos with photos of the actual 3-box BEAN, and you got her about as close as you can get,...!!!.... really like your personal touches, too,... Chris did a great job on his forgings,... you do build a fine rifle, Mike,... BTW,... nothing SMR about her,... she's all TENNESSEE,... !!! ... well done,.....CCF..

Richard · « **Reply #20 on:** December 31, 2019, 07:14:36 PM »

Very nicely done Mike. Your final finish on the wood really compliments, and goes well with the metal. Is that an inlay I see in one picture, on the barrel top flat? Yet to be engraved?
Richard

Daryl · « **Reply #21 on:** December 31, 2019, 09:24:06 PM »

Well done, Mike - looking just great!

Terry Reynolds · « **Reply #22 on:** December 31, 2019, 11:44:23 PM »

Well done Mike, thanks for sharing!

B.Barker · « **Reply #23 on:** January 01, 2020, 03:17:28 AM »

Turned out well Mike. Looking forward to seeing it in person.

Cades Cove Fiddler · « **Reply #24 on:** January 01, 2020, 07:35:53 AM »

... BTW, Mike,.... I did notice that you clocked the slots in the patch-box screws the same as on the original one,... you do have an eye for detail,... !!!! ... well done,... CCF...

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Author Topic: 3 patch box Bean rifle completed - My 2nd plank build (Read 3077 times)