Germanic buttplates

[PEARL DRUMS]

I’m collecting things I need to build my second rifle from a plank. I’m a glutton for punishment. I’m going to build a German Jaeger rifle.  Is there another, more simple, type of buttplate that would be suitable? I’m not ready to inlet the typical super fancy, engraved, jaeger rifle plate. I can handle the rest of the fancy pieces.

[rich pierce]

One approach is to build a jaeger in much the sense as one would build a “longrifle” with no apparent affiliation with specific originals. Another approach is to find an original that appeals to you and model your build after that gun. You could search the web for free of get a book or two. http://www.collectorsarmouryca.com/product_info.php/products_id/701

[PEARL DRUMS]

Thank you, Rich. I like that example. The butt plate, thimbles, side plate and trigger guard are something I can handle inletting. Very American long rifle in appearance other than the short drop, short barrel and chunky butt stock. That is basically what I’m after. I’m a deer hunter who just likes keeping my hands busy. I’m generally not into HC’ness, but I do want to follow the basic Germanic path for this rifle. Kind of a homage to my heritage. Appreciate your feedback.

[rich pierce]

Thank you, Rich. I like that example. The butt plate, thimbles, side plate and trigger guard are something I can handle inletting. Very American long rifle in appearance other than the short drop, short barrel and chunky butt stock. That is basically what I’m after. I’m a deer hunter who just likes keeping my hands busy. I’m generally not into HC’ness, but I do want to follow the basic Germanic path for this rifle. Kind of a homage to my heritage. Appreciate your feedback.

Yes, I like that one too. This one was owned by a relative in the Mohawk Valley of NY. Second cousin much removed. Side plate is a bit fancy but it’s a short gun with nice architecture. https://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=19911.0