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Offline Lucky R A

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Noll rifle
« on: July 12, 2021, 04:48:13 AM »
      I recently completed this Noll rifle for a client in California.  The build was quite challenging, with Noll's engraving containing lots of detail.  His carving although extensive was not nearly as detailed.  The client requested that the gun be finished to look like it had been carried in the field for some time.   The patchbox and all the inlays were hand cut.  All the silver inlays are sterling silver including the heads of the barrel keys.  The rifle is based on a Rice 54 cal. 44' barrel, early Ketland lock w/ Davis DST.   The client is hoping to harvest an elk this fall with the rifle... 

















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Offline Shreckmeister

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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #1 on: July 12, 2021, 05:12:58 AM »
Wow that is one beautiful accomplishment!
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #2 on: July 12, 2021, 05:27:03 AM »
I disagree Lucky RA,  the Cali man is the lucky one on this show....hits all my buttons.   old dog
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #3 on: July 12, 2021, 01:43:11 PM »
Gorgeous! I would think that everyone involved in that elk hunt, including the elk would be required to wear white gloves.
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #4 on: July 12, 2021, 04:34:50 PM »
Another fine rifle Ron. It was good to see you at the KRA.

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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #5 on: July 12, 2021, 04:51:23 PM »
Wonderful looking rifle.  I'm sure your client will be overjoyed.  Love the finish.

Cheers,
Ken
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #6 on: July 13, 2021, 03:26:06 AM »
Lucky R A,

I love Noll's engraving and architecture but I feel the same the his carving doesn't quiet match up to his engraving ability. Beautiful rifle.

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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #7 on: July 13, 2021, 03:54:48 AM »
Ron,  top shelf work as always.    But, I can't resist:  is this a take down barrel in order to get the max out there at 44 feet?   
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #8 on: July 13, 2021, 04:21:27 AM »
Hey, Truman,  Nice to hear from you.  I am not quite sure what you are referencing, but it probably is something I did while we were both wearing the gray...

Lucky
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #9 on: July 13, 2021, 05:22:42 AM »
Beautiful work!
If you need more "carried in the field look", there is another shop in Iowa that can add those characteristics.
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #10 on: July 13, 2021, 10:32:08 AM »
Another gorgeous rifle, top notch. Like very much the finish
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #11 on: July 13, 2021, 02:03:18 PM »
Ron, great rifle!  Your work on it is top-notch, especially the engraving.

I, too, was wondering WHY the barrel is 44' long.  Must be an optical illusion, as it sure doesn't look quite that long.
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #12 on: July 13, 2021, 02:49:34 PM »
Wow!!!! What a beauty, nice job Lucky, very nice job!!!!!
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #13 on: July 16, 2021, 05:29:35 AM »
All I can say right now  is, Wow!
I like it a lot.
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #14 on: July 16, 2021, 06:17:20 AM »
That is one nice rifle. It was great to meet you at the KRA show. Hope you remember me, I had a table next to yours. 
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #15 on: July 16, 2021, 02:57:19 PM »
Thanks Ron,
         Sure do remember you.  The work you did on your rifle is super top notch---You should post some photos.  You are way to humble, you are a great craftsman.

Ron--the other Ron
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Re: Noll rifle
« Reply #16 on: July 16, 2021, 04:41:57 PM »
Thats a Beautiful rifle and congratulations to both builder and owner!!!
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