Author Topic: Newly minted Jaeger…. (Read 4118 times)

Ed Wenger · « **on:** March 01, 2023, 02:56:41 AM »

I finally got around to finishing up this Jaeger after being on the back burner for quite awhile…
Not modeled after any particular school or builder, just something that I came up with. The blank was one of Ron Scott’s beautiful pieces. If you have anything in your plans that might involve some European walnut, I’d highly recommend getting in touch with Ron!
The furniture is also from Ron, although I can’t remember if I purchased it directly from him while at the WKU Seminar, or through MLBS.
The barrel is an older, 28” Getz, in .54 caliber. The lock is the Chambers round face Germanic lock with a brass plate.
The stock was first sealed with Herters French red filler, then varnished with a few thin coats of tung oil.
I’d be happy to answer any questions if you have them. Best,

Ed

ScottH · « **Reply #1 on:** March 01, 2023, 02:58:17 AM »

SWEET!

BOB HILL · « **Reply #2 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:01:53 AM »

That sure is a beauty, Ed. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Bob

Carl Young · « **Reply #3 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:12:32 AM »

One day when I grow up, I would like to be able to build a gun that well. Another great job Ed!

Regards,
Carl

wapiti22 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:43:10 AM »

Is the muzzle cap ebony or horn?

smart dog · « **Reply #5 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:48:44 AM »

Hi Ed,
That is unbelievable! What a great gun from every angle. Would you please consider doing a demo at Kempton about incised carving. Please, please, please.

dave

Robert Hill · « **Reply #6 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:50:25 AM »

That is an excellent gun in every way. Glad to see it.
-Robert

helwood · « **Reply #7 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:53:22 AM »

Greetings Ed,
I don't know, I think you have really gone to the dark side. There's no going back, LOL. It is really a beautiful piece your tang and breech engraving is top shelf. You are correct about checking with Ron for your European Walnut. I got the stocks for my last pistols I made from Ron. Hank

J. Talbert · « **Reply #8 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:09:31 AM »

Wow!
Not too shabby,
Jeff

Long Ears · « **Reply #9 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:11:29 AM »

That rifle is absolutely a piece of fine art. Breathtaking! Thanks for sharing and congradulations Ed! Bob

Stoner creek · « **Reply #10 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:13:07 AM »

I want an Ed Wenger gun!!!!!!!

Joey R · « **Reply #11 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:53:05 AM »

Who wouldn’t! Very nice.

James Rogers · « **Reply #12 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:53:48 AM »

Beautiful Ed.

smallpatch · « **Reply #13 on:** March 01, 2023, 04:59:20 AM »

Ed,
Beautiful, beautiful piece. Wood, hardware are great, but the carving and engraving!
You make a mere mortal like me fell VERY inadequate!
I know I’ll not live long enough to every get anywhere close to that level.
Kudos!

rich pierce · « **Reply #14 on:** March 01, 2023, 05:12:02 AM »

Stunning!

acorn20 · « **Reply #15 on:** March 01, 2023, 05:46:29 AM »

Beautiful rifle Ed!

Sequatchie Rifle · « **Reply #16 on:** March 01, 2023, 06:04:06 AM »

Stunning

flatsguide · « **Reply #17 on:** March 01, 2023, 06:47:36 AM »

Ed that is outstanding workmanship coupled with a very artistic eye. Looking forward to studying the photos in detail. What finish do you have on the metal?
Cheers Richard

PhDBrewer · « **Reply #18 on:** March 01, 2023, 09:34:20 AM »

Great workmanship! Nice carving, engraving, & metalwork.
You can be proud this build.
Did you create the designs also?

Beautiful!

William

hawkeye · « **Reply #19 on:** March 01, 2023, 01:21:28 PM »

Super gorgeous rifle and craftsmanship.
Regards Hawkeye

elk killer · « **Reply #20 on:** March 01, 2023, 02:48:53 PM »

WOW..!!

Dennis Glazener · « **Reply #21 on:** March 01, 2023, 02:50:23 PM »

Beautiful rifle Ed, thanks for posting it.
Dennis

Osprey · « **Reply #22 on:** March 01, 2023, 02:54:02 PM »

I knew it was going to be a special day when I opened the laptop and saw a new thread with Jaeger and Wenger in the title! Love it, awesome rifle.

TommyG · « **Reply #23 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:02:36 PM »

Outstanding in every way! Beautiful work Ed.

oldtravler61 · « **Reply #24 on:** March 01, 2023, 03:29:46 PM »

Superb in every detail.....!!!!

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