Tweaking a Kibler Rifle Kit

[PathfinderNC]

That's a beautiful rifle by any measure! You did a splendid job on that build.

Thank you very much hanshi!

 

[PathfinderNC]

Very nicely done!!! I have high admiration for those with carving talent. I recently completed a Kibler Colonial. I had major trepidation, and struggled to carve the simple the thumb notch on the sliding patch box cover!

But you did it, which should make you proud (and more confident for the next time)!

 

[PathfinderNC]

Very nice , hope you build many more

Thanks a lot It would be great if I could build many more!

 

[Musketeer]

I see you added a toe plate, as mentioned in another thread. Really beautiful work all around.

 

[S.Kenton]

That does look spectacular!!! I like that version a lot! By chance have you weighed it? Just curious as to the of the amount of wood you’ve taken off made any difference in the weight

 

[Larry (Omaha)]

I received the Kibler Colonial Flintlock Kit, with a Cherry stock, and started working on it ten days ago.
The assembly went very well- very little needed to be done with the parts; they fit together almost flawlessly. (This saves a lot of time for a builder!)
I decided that I wanted to add some uniqueness to my build so I didn't get the sliding wooden patch box, but decided to install a brass one.
I also did some carving on the rifle and removed quite a bit of wood from the wrist and also the forearm.
After about 40 or 50 hours of work, it's done except for a daily light application and rub-in of Boiled Linseed Oil for the finish.
It is bitter-sweet finishing up this rifle. I like how it looks and handles and am looking forward to shooting it. But I am also sad that the project has been completed and there is no rifle on my work bench tonight.
Maybe a new build is on the horizon....?

Very nice! What a fine rifle that can be pass down when you part this world.

 

[BradCayton]

You did a very nice job on that rifle!!!!

 

[PathfinderNC]

You did a very nice job on that rifle!!!!

Thank you!

 

[PathfinderNC]

Very nice! What a fine rifle that can be pass down when you part this world.

Unless my wife buries it along with me LOL

 

[zerosprk]

Outstanding work! I really like the carving that you did. It really enhances an already beautiful rifle!

 

[MTGUNNER]

Great job! My Kibler kit arrived late yesterday but I'm not going to do anything that fancy. Just straight up assembly and finish. I won't have time to even take it out of the box until Saturday....can hardly wait.

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Just got my kit (ordered in June) today, unfortunately, I was on my way to the next state over at the time. will have to wait until Monday to see it :<((

 

[kh0456]

I’ve been watching this baby be born on Facebook as you posted the progression each day! What a labor of love!! Absolute great work! I’m going to order a Colonial soon.... not sure when. Probably .58
next we need a range report!

 

[Fly Navy]

Nice work and well done.

 

[brazosland]

Your rifle is making me reconsider a wood patch box lid. Striking rifle and perfect mix of carving and inlays. Very nicely balanced.

 

[longun]

I see you added a toe plate, as mentioned in another thread. Really beautiful work all around.

Pathfinder,

where did you find the toe plate, or did you make it?
great looking rifle, you should be very proud & happy!

 

[bushytail]

You did a very nice job.

 

[oldhunter1954]

That is an amazing job! I have the Colonial in 54 cal. How did you finish off the ram rod pipes? File, sanding or ? I am not sure how to do mine.

 

[PathfinderNC]

Pathfinder,

where did you find the toe plate, or did you make it?
great looking rifle, you should be very proud & happy!

I got it from Muzzleloader Builder’s Supply. The toe plate is unusually wide, but fits well on this rifle.

 

[watopeka]

I received the Kibler Colonial Flintlock Kit, with a Cherry stock, and started working on it ten days ago.
The assembly went very well- very little needed to be done with the parts; they fit together almost flawlessly. (This saves a lot of time for a builder!)
I decided that I wanted to add some uniqueness to my build so I didn't get the sliding wooden patch box, but decided to install a brass one.
I also did some carving on the rifle and removed quite a bit of wood from the wrist and also the forearm.
After about 40 or 50 hours of work, it's done except for a daily light application and rub-in of Boiled Linseed Oil for the finish.
It is bitter-sweet finishing up this rifle. I like how it looks and handles and am looking forward to shooting it. But I am also sad that the project has been completed and there is no rifle on my work bench tonight.
Maybe a new build is on the horizon....?

Hi pathfinder, what caliber is your toy, did you weight it before and after and here’s the difficult question you say you took lots of wood off approximately how much. I do like lightweight toys and thinking of getting one for the next project

 

[PathfinderNC]

That is an amazing job! I have the Colonial in 54 cal. How did you finish off the ram rod pipes? File, sanding or ? I am not sure how to do mine.

Both, files and sanding and a buffing wheel