Source for cherry longrifle stock?

[BillKilgore]

I am thinking about building a Lancaster-style longrifle with a cherry stock this winter. Any suggestions on a source for the wood? I would prefer a stock with the barrel and ramrod already inlet, but a plank would also work if I can get nice grain.

I have read through many of the discussions of stains, dyes, etc. I think I would like a slight red tint that does not obscure the grain.

Thanks in advance for the advice.

 

[Ames]

Pecatonica. They will inlet as much or as little as you ask for.
Very nice to deal with especially if you need it inlet for a swamped barrel.

 

[Flintandsteel]

Dunlap Woodcrafts.

 

[BillKilgore]

Thank you, Gents. Both companies look interesting.

From what I have read, I think 1-2 teaspoons of lye in a pint of water followed by blushing with a heat gun, will give me the best color. I am looking for a rich, medium dark color with a bit of red. Does anybody have other recommendations?

 

[Sean E Bug]

two other ways to darken cheery are sunlight and ammonium fumes.

 

[Tom Compton]

Tiger Hunt

 

[BillKilgore]

Thanks. I just checked their website. I need to make a few calls tomorrow.

 

[The Appalachian]

Dixie Gun Works has cherry stock blanks and are very reasonably priced.

 

[Peregrine]

I love the way cherry darkens on its own naturally. I don't stain, jut let sunlight and nature take its course. It all adds to the story and history of the wood!