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Offline B Shipman

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Fancy Fordney
« on: August 15, 2025, 04:00:39 AM »
Fancy Fordney. Just finished this the night before the CLA. New computer switching from PC to MAC. We'll see how it goes.




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Fancy Fordney
« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2025, 04:01:57 AM »
Forgot one


Offline Stoner creek

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #2 on: August 15, 2025, 04:09:21 AM »
Another wonderful piece of work from a legend in our sport. Great job Bill.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #3 on: August 15, 2025, 04:19:00 AM »
So great to see your work again, Bill!  Absolutely beautiful.  You continue to be an inspiration!  Best,

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Offline smylee grouch

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #4 on: August 15, 2025, 05:25:13 AM »
Agree, Top Shelf  work.

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #5 on: August 15, 2025, 05:44:18 AM »
Bill, that is one fine rifle. Fordney would be proud to put his name on it.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #6 on: August 15, 2025, 05:47:30 AM »
Another impeccable piece of art, Bill!! 


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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #7 on: August 15, 2025, 01:53:26 PM »
Magnificent piece!!

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #8 on: August 15, 2025, 02:35:31 PM »
Very impressive work!! Beautiful rifle.

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #9 on: August 15, 2025, 06:08:49 PM »
Bill what can I say? Absolutely stunning. ;D
That is a "BEST IN SHOW" rifle, as would be expected.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #10 on: August 15, 2025, 06:38:03 PM »
That's a beauty of a rifle! And nice photography too.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #11 on: August 15, 2025, 06:53:51 PM »
Exceptional rifle Bill, very well done.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #12 on: August 15, 2025, 07:27:36 PM »
I was fortunate to see this beautiful rifle at the CLA show!
Bill was kind enough to explain the details of his work.  Great work Bill!!

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #13 on: August 15, 2025, 07:36:03 PM »
Oh my goodness, a very fine creation.  The dedication to your craft is evident!

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #14 on: August 15, 2025, 08:02:15 PM »
Another Great job Bill.
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #15 on: August 16, 2025, 03:34:03 AM »
nothing short of , exceptional and a gun that moves the emotions. What a piece of art, nice Bill
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Offline Martin S.

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #16 on: August 16, 2025, 04:57:27 AM »
That is stunning!  Very nice engraving and details.

Offline scottmc

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #17 on: August 16, 2025, 08:25:07 PM »
Nobody builds a Fordney better than Bill.  Nice job Bill!
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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #18 on: August 16, 2025, 09:57:19 PM »
 Haven't missed a step, Beautiful as always.

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #19 on: August 17, 2025, 10:30:50 PM »
I got to handle it at Stoner Creek's picnic, so eat your hearts out guys!

That's a great rifle Bill.  Glad you got pictures figured out on that new Mac!

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #20 on: August 18, 2025, 05:50:41 AM »
Thanks for the compliments guys.

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #21 on: August 18, 2025, 09:18:50 PM »
Wonderful craftsmanship and a beautiful rifle Bill!

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Re: Fancy Fordney
« Reply #22 on: August 19, 2025, 01:18:29 AM »
I also got to see it up close and personal at Wayne’s.
It does not disappoint! 
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