Author Topic: Sketching for a Woodsrunner build (Read 6156 times)

TDM · « **Reply #25 on:** June 10, 2024, 06:31:13 AM »

It’s looking very nice.

Curtis · « **Reply #26 on:** June 10, 2024, 08:11:45 AM »

You are doing a fine job with the carving, Ethan! Looks great.

Curtis

Jdbeck · « **Reply #27 on:** June 11, 2024, 02:28:06 AM »

Looking good Ethan, enjoyed the video.
Your social media channel is exactly what this community needs. Keep up the great work.

Spalding · « **Reply #28 on:** June 12, 2024, 03:05:21 AM »

I believe Benjamin got you all dialed in with how to proceed. Looking forward to seeing the result.

Bob

I need to pick up a set of his tools next meet.

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #29 on:** August 09, 2024, 04:58:53 AM »

Well fellas, I got the woodsrunner done in time for delivery at the CLA show. The owner has seen it so I can share with you all.

It’s not perfect, but I learned a lot and enjoyed the process. Looking forward to the next one.

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #30 on:** August 09, 2024, 05:10:20 AM »

Spalding · « **Reply #31 on:** August 09, 2024, 05:23:09 AM »

Turned out very nice,Ethan. The carving around the cheek piece makes the rifle, simple but elegant.
Ok, now how did you age the lock and barrel? Well done.

Bob

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #32 on:** August 09, 2024, 05:24:41 AM »

rich pierce · « **Reply #33 on:** August 09, 2024, 02:33:42 PM »

That’s really appealing, Ethan.

Jim Kibler · « **Reply #34 on:** August 09, 2024, 05:03:45 PM »

Nice Job Ethan. You certainly created something all your own that has a great feel.

Jim

Mick C · « **Reply #35 on:** August 09, 2024, 08:12:00 PM »

I love it. I think you did an amazing job.

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #36 on:** August 10, 2024, 01:15:24 PM »

Quote from: Spalding on August 09, 2024, 05:23:09 AM

Turned out very nice,Ethan. The carving around the cheek piece makes the rifle, simple but elegant.
Ok, now how did you age the lock and barrel? Well done.

Bob

I got a little weird with it. I used some Wildcat Valley browning solution, mustard, cleaning vinegar, and some salt. I took it off and put more on until I liked the look.

Rich, Jim, Mick - Thank you for the kind words!

dieselmech570 · « **Reply #37 on:** August 11, 2024, 02:28:58 AM »

Hello Ethan, I really like the stain and finish on this woods runner! Would you share what you used for stain and finish? I would like to replicate your process. Nice job!

hawkeye · « **Reply #38 on:** August 11, 2024, 11:08:57 AM »

Wow, that's a real fine job.love the nice aged look.
Would say it looks like original.
Very nice

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #39 on:** August 11, 2024, 02:37:59 PM »

Quote from: dieselmech570 on August 11, 2024, 02:28:58 AM

Hello Ethan, I really like the stain and finish on this woods runner! Would you share what you used for stain and finish? I would like to replicate your process. Nice job!

I used LaurelMtn Maple to ensure a warm hue.
Kibler Iron Nitrate, Kibler Bone Black to push the contrast.
Beck’s finishing oil and Becks finishing wax on top.

The client wanted something warm with age.

Tim Crosby · « **Reply #40 on:** August 11, 2024, 03:44:22 PM »

If I did one that's how I'd like it,well done but not over done. Good hand and well thought out, nicely done all around.

Tim

Martin S. · « **Reply #41 on:** August 11, 2024, 06:32:36 PM »

I really like your carving and finish. Well done!

Bob Gerard · « **Reply #42 on:** August 23, 2024, 07:00:30 AM »

It really does have a warm and homey feeling to it I think. You captured a refined “primitive folk art” style carving at both ends of the cheep piece which looks just perfect.
I hope you do more 🙂

BOB HILL · « **Reply #43 on:** August 23, 2024, 04:01:08 PM »

Great job Ethan. Mellow.
Bob

rich pierce · « **Reply #44 on:** September 06, 2024, 05:53:11 PM »

Did you thin the Beck’s finishing oil on first coat or use a different sealer?

Ian Pratt · « **Reply #45 on:** September 06, 2024, 09:17:05 PM »

Wow Ethan, that's pretty cool! I know you're into a lot of different things but I hope you'll be doing some more exploratory gunmaking like this.

Yazel.xring · « **Reply #46 on:** October 22, 2024, 11:13:30 PM »

Quote from: rich pierce on September 06, 2024, 05:53:11 PM

Did you thin the Beck’s finishing oil on first coat or use a different sealer?

I did not thin it, I applied gently

Quote from: Ian Pratt on September 06, 2024, 09:17:05 PM

Wow Ethan, that's pretty cool! I know you're into a lot of different things but I hope you'll be doing some more exploratory gunmaking like this.

Thank you kindly Ian, maybe someday!

Snakeman · « **Reply #47 on:** November 12, 2024, 05:21:54 PM »

Looks fantastic

flatsguide · « **Reply #48 on:** November 12, 2024, 06:14:45 PM »

Very creative on the carving and the rifle look like it has been around for along time. Nice work sir.
Cheers Richard

Mick C · « **Reply #49 on:** November 12, 2024, 06:51:59 PM »

I have a question for you'all that have, or have built, one of these rfiles....What do you think about the length of the barrel, 39" I beleive? does it look right for the gun?

I have been thinking of trying my hand at one of these kits for while but I generally go for a longer barrel, 42" or more. I do have an early Lancatser that has a 38" barrel. It's a nice rifle but to my eye, it has always looked a little short to me.

Thanks for any thoughts or input y'all have....Mick

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Author Topic: Sketching for a Woodsrunner build (Read 6156 times)