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Just watched Jim's new help video and they are thinking about a English trade gun as their new kit. Would be his first smoothbore. I said one in 62 cal. would be nice. What do you think?
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New Kibler
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Methinks me wants!
Nay NEEDS a Kibler smoothbore.
Actually that is a bit strong.
I was planning on getting a Chambers Fowler but will be keenly looking at the Kibler when it emerges
Nay NEEDS a Kibler smoothbore.
Actually that is a bit strong.
I was planning on getting a Chambers Fowler but will be keenly looking at the Kibler when it emerges
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Keb
50 Cal.
I'm sure whatever bore size they make will be a good seller. I, like so many others, am looking forward to a fowling gun kit. This should be a popular gun.
Doc Ivory
45 Cal.
I would love him to produce a trade gun!
Bob McBride
54 Cal.
He just told us on ALR that it's likely to be 20 bore (.62) and 16 bore (.65ish as the original) with jug choking as an option and made from 4140/50.... Ought to be a dandy.
Kozmo
40 Cal
Last time I talked to Katherine she said Jim was seriously considering a trade gun or Fowler. I'm down for whatever smoothie he produces! Fingers crossed it comes sooner than later.
Bob McBride
54 Cal.
Seems like the trade gun is a done deal. I was hoping for an English Fowler but anything they put out should be a great value....
Keb
50 Cal.
I saw his video where he's telling of the next project. It looks he favors an early Wilson trade gun that is a beauty. It's not the typical cheap trade gun made for the Indian trade but one with most of the parts of the better made English imported guns like butt plates, entry pipes & 3 step barrels.
Doc Ivory
45 Cal.
Bob McBride
54 Cal.
Here’s the thread where he adds a bit of info:
https://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=61626.0
And the video:
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Doc Ivory
45 Cal.
Thanks Bob!!
Sounds like next year he oughta have a Wilson Trade Gun kit.
For the life of me, I couldn't find the dang video, thanks!
Sounds like next year he oughta have a Wilson Trade Gun kit.
For the life of me, I couldn't find the dang video, thanks!
Capt. Jas.
58 Cal.
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This is a good example in my opinion of a common grade English fowling piece for the American trade and what many average colonists would have available to them "off the peg" at the local stores.
This is great news! With the closure of North Star West, options for trade guns (whether finished or as kits) that balance authenticity, quality, and reasonable pricing have been a lot more limited. I haven't watched the video yet, but will do so directly.
I was thinking he probably designed that big, round-faced English lock with a gun in mind. The trade gun is probably "it."
Thanks for posting!
Notchy Bob
I was thinking he probably designed that big, round-faced English lock with a gun in mind. The trade gun is probably "it."
Thanks for posting!
Notchy Bob
Excellent news! I am certain that one of these will be added to my shirt list of "must haves"!
Cruzatte
50 Cal.
I just watched the video. And boy howdy do I ever want one!
Thank you for posting that video, Bob McBride! It was very informative.
I sure would like to see a prototype of that new trade gun that's in the works. Mr. Kibler is doing some remarkable things.
Notchy Bob
I sure would like to see a prototype of that new trade gun that's in the works. Mr. Kibler is doing some remarkable things.
Notchy Bob
I WILL OWN ONE.
Jim is revolutionizing the frankly stale authentic muzzleloading rifle market. He’s a true entrepreneur!!
Jim is revolutionizing the frankly stale authentic muzzleloading rifle market. He’s a true entrepreneur!!
megasupermagnum
45 Cal.
I could not agree more. He looks rather young, so I think there is a good chance one day we may get a reasonably priced SXS. My dream gun.
Doc Ivory
45 Cal.
He's doing a great job reinvigorating this part of the sport.
