Jacob Dickert styled longrifle...

[Pierre du Plessis]

Just wanted to share some pics of Nathaniel - my .50 Jacob Dickert longrifle - with you all. Nathaniel was made nearly 40 years ago, and still has as sharp a tongue as ever...snappy ignition and wonderful accuracy.

 

[bpd303]

Outstanding rifle.

 

[Spikebuck]

Nathaniel must be very well cared for. Looks great for his age! :hatsoff:

 

[Grumpa]

A most beautiful rifle, with a natural patina.
Who made it?

It obviously has come into the hands of a worthy owner. :hatsoff:

 

[Pierre du Plessis]

The rifle was made by Michael Seidelman, using an L&R lock...

I have been rubbing in the stock with Ballistol after each hunt and shooting session... do any of you have some experience using boiled linseed oil instead, giving the stock a good protective coating? Mark Baker mentions it in his "Pilgrim's Journey" volume 2, and made me curious...

 

[Mickc01]

wow, beautiful rifle. Why'd it take ya 40 years to share a pic? Just kidding.... :hatsoff:

 

[tlallijr]

Great looking rifle....wow!!

 

[MSK]

I love that mellow pumpkin color. What an heirloom!


Smollett.

 

[MacRob46]

I would not use linseed oil, boiled or not. It can turn rancid after awhile. In fact I don't use anything on my guns, including one that is about Nathaniel's age.

That is a very nice rifle, well cared for and you should be very proud of it.

 

[rickystl]

Great looking rifle!!!! :bow: :v :thumbsup:
Rick.

 

[suzkat]

Nathaniel is really nice particularly for the period in which he was made. How many deer has he brought home over the years?

 

[Ken Cormier]

:hatsoff: I have e always liked those style of gun thanks for posting this one

 

[awebbersr]

Excellent rifle, also my youngest grandsons name. :hatsoff:

 

[bpd303]

Mine too, we call him Nate. :grin: