Scatch built lock

[48mauser]

Just curios, has anyone built a lock for their flintlock from scratch? Where would you find information like a book or video on the subject? I really enjoy this sight. There sure seems to be a vast amount of talent here. Thanks for any help or info. Paul P.

 

[the skrat]

i cant imagine i would even attempt something like that but i believe someone on this forum did and they show pictures of it. the journal of historical armsmaking technology booklet volume 1 has a lot of info available from the nmlra. jim chambers has kitsthat you might be interested in. well good luck on your project hope every thing works out for you.

curly maple

 

[spitfire]

Here's a Link to Forum Posts on George Lauber's "How to Build your own Wheelock Book".No longer in print.I believe the auther had a similar Book titled "How to Build your own FlintLock" which is also out of print.Hope this helps.

 

[spitfire]

Here's a unusual beautiful example of what one can do with patience,skill and time Link :winking: .

 

[Roy]

Some that Dad made. Right now I'm building a screw barrel pistol from scratch should have some photos up in a week or so. Other than that I have only built one other from scratch (no pics), but I have made all lot of the different parts for repair work.

 

[Swampman]

The old "Colonial Williamsburg Gunsmith" video shows them forging a complete rifle from pieces of wrought iron. Even though it was made in the 1960s, is a good documentry movie. I watch it about once a year.

 

[spitfire]

Sweet work of Dedication to the Art :thumbsup: !

 

[Roy]

thanks spitfire, we like to think of it as re-inventing the flintlock. now wheres that smiley where its hitting its head against the wall??...

 

[spitfire]

...or the Blood,Sweat & Tears one :winking: !

 

:grin: But you feel so good when ,I built it myself Is your reply. Pride in an accomplishment is a wonderful thing.

 

[48mauser]

Roy, what beautiful work I sure hope you have him teach you as much as he can. I hope you find a great use for those locks. I'm sure you will. Thanks for sharing. Paul P.

 

[48mauser]

Swampman, any idea where I could purchase "Colonial Williamsburg Gunsmithing" video?
I would like to thank everyone that took time to reply. This is a project I hope to build one day, I can't tell you guys how interesting and inspiring this sight is. I have been blown away by the quality of the work and builds on this sight. Thanks again, Paul P.

 

[Roy]

Roy, what beautiful work I sure hope you have him teach you as much as he can. I hope you find a great use for those locks. I'm sure you will. Thanks for sharing. Paul P.

410 side by side :thumbsup:

 

[flintriflesmith]

The Gunsmith of Williamsburg is usually available through the C. W. Bookseller (bookstore at the Visitor Center) Call 757-565-8450.

 

[LRB]

Truely remarkable!!!

 

[Roy]

Or completely insane, not much call for hand made locks. :youcrazy:

 

[Va.Manuf.06]

Roy, insane maybe but they are beautiful! :applause: I am in the middle of building my first lock after an 18 year hiatus and have learned that lock building is like riding a bicycle - you never forget how... TO MAKE THE SAME MISTAKES! :redface: :shocked2: *sigh* Please show us the pictures of the finished gun when you build it. If it is as nice as the locks you will be my new hero. :bow:

 

[Roy]

I don't even own a cape :grin: .
I'm about to go down and work on it some more. I have the barrel and housing made with the pan and touch hole drilled, and the frizzen fitted. Now I'm working on the cock, wich also is the tumbler.

 

[Roy]

You know when its real bad when you start making special tools so you can make your own lock. :youcrazy:

 

[madstone]

Sometimes in the 60's we ran out of original locks for our guns and began using commercial productions. None of the components are beyond ones time/patience/skills if you really wish to build a complete handmade lock.

I am often asked to build parts for antique locks and make them look original except for hidden traces so I am not accused of "faking".