TraderVic
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In a thread over on ALR, Jim Kibler did acknowledge that someday he'll likely offer a left handed rifle, but it will be "awhile".
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Brokentaileddog
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I'm new to BP I was wondering is the stock on the Kibler drilled for the barrel lug pins? I'm looking to purchase a BP rifle but seems like I can afford most but just maybe I can build one I know I have the skill but not really a place to build one..Thanks..
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The stock is drilled but the lugs are not, however he sends a neat little tool to drill them that works great and keeps you from drifting off center. You can easily do it with a common hand drill.
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You don't need a lot of space or tools to complete a Kibler kit. Best to have a good vise to hold it in place while working on it and a set of very sharp chisels and a couple of good files. I'm building mine in one little corner of the bench I use for my leatherworking.
woodsnwater
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How far have you got Garypl? I'm hoping to draw file the barrel on mine this weekend.
I just finished inletting the buttplate and was planning to inlet the ramrod pipes next, then lock, then triggerguard. Once these are completed I will start cleaning the stock and getting it ready to finish along with metal hardware. Looks like it is going to take a lot of elbow grease to get a nice polish on the metal!
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Hold the pickles hold the lettuc aint happening ,and yup im southpaw
All I have is a kitchen nook table and some files, chisels, screwdrivers, a drill and bits. And a very understanding wife. No vise. Is building a Kibler still easy peasy?
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the fact that you have an understanding wife puts you into the home stretch!
for a easy vice and portable work bench these work great.
BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Project Center and Vise (WM425-A) - - Amazon.com
You really need some type of vise or clamp to hold the stock tightly while you are working on it. Could be as simple as clamping it to your table.
You can do it with simple tools and chisels as long as they are razor sharp but having the right assortment of tools sure makes the job easier!
You can do it with simple tools and chisels as long as they are razor sharp but having the right assortment of tools sure makes the job easier!
Oh my, I do have that workbench from 30 years ago somewhere in the garage. I guess I should invest in a good size vise unless the workbench is a good enough vise. Thanks, guys. I may order one in a month or two for my wife's birthday. Why Not!?!? 
woodsnwater
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Spent several hours filing and sanding the barrel before I tarnished it. Twice. Not perfect but I think it will look good as a package.
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Buy a vise ,a broken kibler . Will make us both
woodsnwater
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Turned out darker than I thought it would. Maybe a little too much heat gun.
The grain is like a hologram. Some stripes appear and disappear at different angles.
I haven’t shot it yet.
Looks great! You should be proud and I think you will find that it shoots as good as it looks! Let us know after you take it out for the first time.
Gary
Beautiful rifle.
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I have a .54 colonial, 36 smr and working on a .32 smr, Kibler kits are addictive. I’ll end up selling the .36 once the .32 is finished, can’t be without a squirrel rifle!
What type of vise are you using?
Bought it from Grizzly - here is the link:
https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-pattern-maker-s-carving-vise/t30398
On sale right now for $125.00 - $41 discount!
https://www.grizzly.com/products/grizzly-pattern-maker-s-carving-vise/t30398
On sale right now for $125.00 - $41 discount!
