First Long Rifle Build

[boogaloo]

Hi all, just thought I would share my winter project with the community. I am building a .50 cal. flintlock rifle which was started by an older Gentleman who passed away last year. The barrel, ramrod groove and lock were almost completely inlet when I got it. I am at the point of shaping the stock down to the proper dimensions. If and when the Canadian dollar smartens up, I will be ordering some parts to finish. I still need double set triggers and guard, a nose cap, sights and touch hole liner. I have a lock and butt plate already. Here are a few pics. (action shots) LOL............................Daniel146_3371.jpg146_3372.jpg

[tom gobble]

Its stating to take some shape. Keep us posted when your done so we can see the finish product.

[bdog]

looking good, not an easy task with the small supply of parts dealers on our side of the border

[LeakyBoots]

Looks like a cool project. Post more pics as things move forwards.

[TroutSlayer]

Looking good Boog!

[Roper]

Extremely cool. Please describe the wood.
Looking forward to more progress pics.

[boogaloo]

Extremely cool. Please describe the wood.
Looking forward to more progress pics.

Plain hard Maple with a nice grain but no curl..................Daniel

[boogaloo]

I needed a riser for my Long Hawken style Buckhorn rear sight so I took a piece of 1/8" thick brass and filed all day to make fit.146_3374.jpg146_3375.jpg146_3377.jpg146_3376.jpg

[Deerslayer99]

Looking cool Boog......

[TurkeyRookie]

Very cool project, allot more talent and patience than I possess!