Finally got the time to finish my Colonial 58.
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Kibler 58 Finished.
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Finally got the time to finish my Colonial 58.
First build, first attempt at carving. Really enjoyed this. Stock finished with 2 coats aqua fortis, 2 coats Permalyn sealer, 4 coats Tru Oil. Smoothed every 2 coats with 0000 steel wool. Rubbed lightly with rottenstone when cured.
Metal was draw filed, polished to 400 grit then went over it with 800 grit oil stones. Followed by cold blue. Rubbed back lightly with grey abrasive pad.
LIBERTY is for an ancestor, named Moses, who fought in the Revolutionary War, 26th Continental Infantry. Again, my first attempt at carving, the sunlight really shows where I can improve.
Mighty fine looking weapon
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Lovely Piece!
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Oh Son, Your ancestor would be proud. I know I am!
Rudall
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Very tastefully done.
Very nice. What barrel was used?
You have hidden hidden skills Sir!
Flinty Scot
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Beautiful gun and work.
Hard to argue with the sentiment or it's bold statement.
Hard to argue with the sentiment or it's bold statement.
Nicely done. Simple but elegant!
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Hi,
It is amazing how simple lined borders can add a million bucks to any work. You made that Kibler look much better than the unadorned Kibler rifles we commonly see and it didn't take much work. Good for you.
dave
It is amazing how simple lined borders can add a million bucks to any work. You made that Kibler look much better than the unadorned Kibler rifles we commonly see and it didn't take much work. Good for you.
dave
Given the quality of your work that is praise indeed. Thanks for the kind words. It showed me where there is room for improvement.
Don
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Very nice. Love the color.
MountainSmoke
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That is a sharp looking rifle. You do some great work. Thanks for sharing.
You done good!
Thanks for showing it off!
Thanks for showing it off!
Very nice, good job, you can be proud!
