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Offline bama

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Colonial with a Moravian influence
« on: May 04, 2024, 03:42:51 AM »
I just finished up this Colonial build for a customer. He wanted a Moravian feel to the carving and stock architecture so I modified the comb, wrist and check rest to give the Colonial these qualities. I think it turned out  pretty nice. Thanks again to Jim and his gang for their hard work and I hope he finds what I did acceptable. Let me know what you think.

Jim

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2024, 03:47:47 AM »
That’s a fine piece of work Jim!
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #2 on: May 04, 2024, 05:20:37 AM »
Terrific carving.
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2024, 07:31:18 PM »
I really like it.  Very nicely done.
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #4 on: May 04, 2024, 07:36:57 PM »
Nice! I really like that star.
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Offline Carl Young

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #5 on: May 04, 2024, 08:32:47 PM »
I've heard it said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so these photos are going into my "best stolen ideas" file for a future project. I'm very grateful to Jim for allowing me to learn from him, and for being the kind of friend that we all need.

Carl
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #6 on: May 04, 2024, 08:39:27 PM »
 simply beautiful. wish i could do work half as nice as that.....maybe someday.
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Offline oldtravler61

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #7 on: May 04, 2024, 09:00:05 PM »
   Very well done Jim an I really like the color of the stock..
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Offline Joe Stein

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #8 on: May 04, 2024, 09:12:55 PM »
Wonderful carving, both design and execution. I also am joining the cheek star fanclub.
Joe Stein
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Offline TommyG

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #9 on: May 04, 2024, 10:56:11 PM »
Very well done.  Between the carving and engraving you captured the Moravian feel nicely.
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Offline wattlebuster

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #10 on: May 05, 2024, 12:01:18 AM »
I like it Jim. Lots
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Offline JasonR

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #11 on: May 05, 2024, 08:06:14 AM »
Terrific Jim! Always enjoy seeing your work.
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Offline Curtis

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #12 on: May 05, 2024, 09:03:27 AM »
Outstanding work there Jim, you really captured the look on this one!


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Offline flatsguide

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #13 on: May 05, 2024, 03:13:25 PM »
If he does not find it acceptable I know where it can find a loving home. Fine work Jim!
Cheers Richard
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Offline BOB HILL

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #14 on: May 05, 2024, 03:55:39 PM »
Outstanding, Jim. Thanks for sharing. I always enjoy your work.
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #15 on: May 05, 2024, 04:16:55 PM »
Great job Jim!
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Offline Tommy Bruce

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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #16 on: May 06, 2024, 04:04:28 PM »
Absolutely Stunning!
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Re: Colonial with a Moravian influence
« Reply #17 on: May 06, 2024, 09:07:09 PM »
Well the Moravian went home with its new owner today. Drew was well pleased with the rifle and is on his way back home with it. Always a relief when you see the big grin on the customers face.

Thanks for all the comments from everyone. On to the next project :)


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