Author Topic: Another Virginia Longrifle... (Read 14742 times)

Ed Wenger · « **on:** December 16, 2009, 04:56:51 AM »

I just recently finished this rifle and thought I'd share some pics. It's a .50 cal, 46" Rice "B" weight, Chambers Early Ketland lock and Reeves furniture. The wood came from Wayne Dunlap. It was stained with LMF American Walnut over Honey Maple as described in a previous thread, then a few coats of permalyn. The Barrel and lock are cold blued with Super Blue then rubbed back with steel wool and WD-40. Also, did some petina on the brass. As always, suggestions/comments are always welcome...

Ed

eagle24 · « **Reply #1 on:** December 16, 2009, 05:30:41 AM »

Ed,
Beautiful rifle! I really can't offer any suggestions other than get started on another one. I'd love to shoulder that rifle and see how a 46" B weight .50 feels. Nice I'm guessing.

smallpatch · « **Reply #2 on:** December 16, 2009, 05:34:17 AM »

VA,

Beautifully executed. Nicely done.

Acer Saccharum · « **Reply #3 on:** December 16, 2009, 05:53:07 AM »

Ed, very handsomely done. You should be proud of yourself. Looks so very crisp and clean. Exquisite fit up, tasteful carving, this gun has it all.

Thanks for posting your work, Ed.

Tom

roundball · « **Reply #4 on:** December 16, 2009, 05:57:33 AM »

Quote from: VAriflegun on December 16, 2009, 04:56:51 AM

I just recently finished this rifle and thought I'd share some pics. It's a .50 cal, 46" Rice "B" weight, Davis early colonial lock and Reeves furniture. It was stained with LMF American Walnut over Honey Maple as described in a previous thread, then a few coats of permalyn. The Barrel and lock are cold blued with Super Blue then rubbed back with steel wool and WD-40. Also, did some petina on the brass. As always, suggestions/comments are always welcome...

Ed

One word:

WOW !!

Nate McKenzie · « **Reply #5 on:** December 16, 2009, 08:49:46 PM »

Fantastic carving. How did you do the beautiful metal finish?

t.caster · « **Reply #6 on:** December 16, 2009, 08:53:31 PM »

That's my kinda rifle! I'd be proud to carry and shoot it!
GOOD JOB!

Dr. Tim-Boone · « **Reply #7 on:** December 16, 2009, 09:03:06 PM »

Ed,

It is a real nice piece of American Art............only problem is that it is not under my Christmas Tree!!!!!

Tim Crosby · « **Reply #8 on:** December 16, 2009, 10:26:14 PM »

Very nice, clean,crisp and sharp. Fine workmanship.

Tim C.

Ed Wenger · « **Reply #9 on:** December 16, 2009, 11:41:21 PM »

Thanks everyone for your kind words, as always greatly appreciated.

Nate... The barrel was simply cold blued with Super Blue, then rubbed back. Same with the lock. The brass was treated with 44/40, then rubbed back as well with fine steel wool and WD-40. Not everyone likes that particular look with brass, but I do, and use it regularly.

D. Taylor Sapergia · « **Reply #10 on:** December 17, 2009, 12:14:20 AM »

Great rifle Ed...I like it all!!

Brian Jordan · « **Reply #11 on:** December 17, 2009, 12:17:47 AM »

I can only add to what has already been said. Beautiful rifle!!

Dennis Glazener · « **Reply #12 on:** December 17, 2009, 01:21:34 AM »

Ed,
Nice job, as usual. I like that barrel color. Wish I had used that instead of the Oxpho on mine, yours looks more natural like.
Dennis

Tom Currie · « **Reply #13 on:** December 17, 2009, 03:22:53 AM »

Very nice work Ed. Your finish on the maple really pops the curl. I have one of those early Ketland locks also . I think it is really a blank slate ( lots of flat surface ) that some engraving would look outstanding on. I'm gonna do mine this winter.

KLMoors · « **Reply #14 on:** December 19, 2009, 01:32:04 AM »

Gorgeous gun. Thanks for posting those pics. Outstanding carving.

Trkdriver99 · « **Reply #15 on:** December 19, 2009, 05:19:49 AM »

That is a beautiful musket. I generally tend to lean toward iron furniture, but that finish on the brass really could make me change my mind.

Ronnie

Madcaster · « **Reply #16 on:** December 19, 2009, 09:22:33 AM »

Just count me an envious of your craftsmanship Sir!

Ken G · « **Reply #17 on:** December 19, 2009, 04:02:26 PM »

Ed, Looks great. You did an outstanding job. I really like the carving. Very crisp and clean. Thanks for posting the pics.

Ken

TXEBONY · « **Reply #18 on:** December 19, 2009, 05:13:46 PM »

Awesome! I want it.

Carl

jbtusa · « **Reply #19 on:** December 19, 2009, 07:06:05 PM »

Wow, I'm awestruck! It is absolutely a work of art! How are you going to shoot that thing? It's too beautiful to get dirty!!!!!

Leatherbelly · « **Reply #20 on:** December 19, 2009, 07:08:44 PM »

Super nice rifle, Ed. I like the metal finish. Is the cold blue durable? (just researching for next project)

Birddog6 · « **Reply #21 on:** December 19, 2009, 07:20:59 PM »

Ed. Very nicely done. Well executed, clean, proportional, good fits, clean carving, just an all around exquisite job.... Man..... you did a Super jib..........

acorn20 · « **Reply #22 on:** December 19, 2009, 08:40:25 PM »

Ed,
You did a fine job on this gun. I especially like the blueing on the barrel and lock. Pretty piece of wood too. I hope she shoots as fine as she looks! Thanks for posting the pics.
Dan

J.E.Helm · « **Reply #23 on:** December 19, 2009, 08:46:44 PM »

Wow, what can I say that hasn't been said. Truly inspiring work, thank you for posting your pics
Jeff

bs2 · « **Reply #24 on:** December 20, 2009, 12:18:11 AM »

Ed,

Beautiful Rifle!

Did you think about not using a patch box?

Should I or shouldn't I? or is it my imagination that I could hear you thinking?

Great wood and Excellent craftsmanship!

Bruce

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Author Topic: Another Virginia Longrifle... (Read 14742 times)

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