New Builder - Kibler Colonial Long Rifle Kit

[Monk]

Today

 

[Hatman/2nd line]

Very nicely done!

 

[buckleymarka56]

Excellent job on your rifle. It is beautiful. I am thinking of ordering a Woodsrunner kit.

I'm thinking the same , I want to build another one. Only I like 50 cal. And they only make it to 45. If I'm not mistaken

 

[MountainSmoke]

The SMR goes up to 45 caliber, the Woodsrunner is available in 45, 50 and 54

 

[ZUG]

Jim makes EXCELENT kits. They are for ANYONE who wants to get into the BP muzzle loading scene or for the experienced BP shooter. I've been building muzzle loading rifles since 1968 from planks and purchased two of Jim's kits just to see what all the fuss was about, I must say they are amazing. As I get older building from a plank is not as easy as it once was so when someone wants a nice rifle from me I tell them to buy one of Jims kits and save themselves some money. Almost anyone can assemble one of Jims kits

 

[buckleymarka56]

Jim makes EXCELENT kits. They are for ANYONE who wants to get into the BP muzzle loading scene or for the experienced BP shooter. I've been building muzzle loading rifles since 1968 from planks and purchased two of Jim's kits just to see what all the fuss was about, I must say they are amazing. As I get older building from a plank is not as easy as it once was so when someone wants a nice rifle from me I tell them to buy one of Jims kits and save themselves some money. Almost anyone can assemble one of Jims kits

Love my kibler

 

[Flintlock Whiskey]

If you don’t at least round one side of the pins and remember which side is round, then you’re at risk of chipping out the wood when you remove the barrel for staining ( the rounded side gets pushed out)

Found this out the hard way. Fortunately, it was easily repaired.

 

[reddogge]

When I started in the late 70s I wish there was such a thing as a Kibler kit. We suffered but learned by trial and error. Hence, I have quite a few imperfect rifles in the safe including the one I just did last winter with parts I had lying around since the 80s. It's imperfect because I forgot a lot of things and I'm 79 but I've grown to really like this rifle.

Monk, I liked to polish my brass initially but let it tarnish naturally through usage. Your tang can be just filed flat. The width of paper is not a big deal.

 

[KSBanjo]

A Thank You Follow Up

I just wanted to say thank you for those who help me with my first muzzleloader build, and those who encouraged me along the way. I did have a number of questions, that many patiently answered, via email message or phone calls, much appreciated.

Photos below.

I just wanted to do the very best job that I could, and then understand the skills, so I can begin to learn and apply them. I’ve now got another Kibler rifle kit ordered, the Woods Runner, and I’m much more confident in the building of that.

Along the way, I’ve refined my metal filing skills, refined my word finishing skills, and learned a huge amount about the historical construction and design of muzzleloading rifles.

All in all, it’s been a tremendous experience, with a great group of people, who clearly care about keeping traditions and a hobby, alive, and helping those with similar interest.

Warmly,
Monk

Warmly,
Monk.




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Beautiful! I plan on doing a Kibler later this year. Just hope I can do mine as well as you've done yours.

 

[RobertIN]

Looks great well done Monk