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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #2

    I made some progress on my GPR kit the last 2-3 weeks. I haven’t had much time to post pictures or post my progress. I apologize for that. The pictures below show the finished trim pieces and stock assembled. I had to exchange my barrel due to machine defects. I am still waiting for my new one...
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    Bleach/Vinegar solution for metal finish

    That vinegar etching looks very nice. Could you explain some your process a bit?
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    Bleach/Vinegar solution for metal finish

    I dipped some smaller pieces tonight and they turned out pretty decent. I submerged them for 4 hours. I wrapped the trigger guard and butt plate with yarn to etch the metal some. It looks pretty cool. I will post some pics soon. I also covered all the pieces in rem oil. I figure if I don't like...
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    Bleach/Vinegar solution for metal finish

    Does anyone have a good step by step procedure for performing a french greying finish to the metal pieces of a muzzleloader using bleach or vinegar? I have found threads on here showing the final result and a brief description of the procedure, but I haven't found a good procedure that would...
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    Interesting video, gun smithing/building, old style.

    I have found the link on here before, but it is def worth posting again. I enjoyed the clip.
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    From the start I wanted to shrink the size of the cheek piece. I thought it looked a little bulky on the GPR so I originally removed some its thickness as will as the "belly" of the beavertail. Looking at the first pick in my last post you can see I also rounded over the lines of the cheekpiece...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Could someone elaborate on this a bit more please? I am not sure if I want to disturb the shape of the lock plates by removing material in this position. Other than that....any other recommendations or thoughts on my butt plate?
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Hey guys. Thanks again for helping me out with my project. With your input I was able to get a good sense of direction I believe. I put a good 5-6 hours of work into my butt stock this weekend. I am happy with the results. I think I have my final shape done. I backed my sandpaper with a plastic...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Thank you again. This will help a ton! I feel ashamed to have made a major error on my project. Hopefully I have enough material remaining to correct it.
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    I'd really appreciate it. When I first started on the cheek I wanted to slim it down some, but not knowing any better I rounded over the profile. :slap:
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Glad I asked. I was't sure if this would be the way to go or not. I'll take your advise and correct the current shape. I have plenty of material left on the cheek so it shouldn't be a problem. I'll post more pics as I work at to be sure I get it right. Thanks for your help.
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    I spent a few hours last night reviewing some images of plains rifles and how the cheek pieces are designed into the rifle. I want to keep my cheek piece design simple and thought that a squared cheek piece might work. Here is what I had in mind.
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Your description makes sense. Thanks for taking the time to reply. I found a few plains rifle options online to help with a cheek piece design. Looking at other rifles, I believe I have plenty of material to fix this.
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    Thank you for your advice. No offense taken, just looking for a little help. Sorry for the confusion. I'll use the term "cheek piece" going further. The line your referring to in your last post...would that be the yellow line I have drawn in the pic below or the red line? I think your...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit... Update #1

    I’m posting another update on my GPR build. I have been working on the buttstock for the most part, and I think I am getting it very close to my final shape. I have some light shaping and final sanding with the 50 grit before I call it good and move further up the stock. My goal on the buttstock...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit...

    With the charcoal I basically scrubbed charcoal residue on the edges of the butt plate and the charcoal residue transferred nicely. I am planning to order some blackening solution to get more accurate. I will work the files after the rasp this weekend and see if that helps some. I understand...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit...

    Hey guys, I made some progress last weekend. I put about 4 hours of work into the buck stock. Mostly sanding. I am working hard to maintain some good lines. Let me know what you guys think. I still have some work around the butt plate. I have been using charcoal as a blackening agent. It seems...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit...

    Thanks for the tips guys! This forum has been extremely helpful. Yesterday I made some good progress on the buttstock. No worries...pics are coming. I made a few sanding blocks out of 2x4s. I have several different sizes that help with the tighter spots. I still have work left inlaying the butt...
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    My first Lyman 54 GPR kit...

    I started sanding the buttstock on Wednesday of this week. I am using 60 gr sand paper in hopes of getting the wood to within a 1/16" of my desired shape and then finish up with 80, 120, 180, and 220 for a final grit. The thing is, I have put about 2 hours of sanding into the buttstock and it...
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    Do I need this part replaced?

    Called Lyman. The customer service gal is requesting a proof of purchase, the serial number of the gun, the part in question, and a letter stating the defect. Ugh. Oh well I have time to work on other parts.
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