As many of you know, we recently lost longtime member and friend BobinNH (Bob Farese) to cancer. Bob held court here for just shy of ten years - his charisma, eloquence and knowledge will be greatly missed.
Bob was steadfast in what worked and what didn’t.
In an effort to keep Bob’s embers burning here, we’re going to build and give away what worked for Bob - a M70 .270 custom rifle, spec’d the way he’d do it. And, the proceeds of the tickets will be distributed to charities on Bob's behalf - see bottom of page.
The Blueprint:
Pre-War Model 70 Action Hawkins Precision Oberndorf Engraved Bottom Metal Bansner/LAW Stock Brux cut-rifled 22" 1:10 barrel (Bob’s favorite #1 contour) Swarovski Z3 3-9x36 Satin black Cerakote Finish Soon to be built by Nathan Chesney / Hillbilly Custom Rifles
All of the above is either donated from a company or member, or paid for with contributions from campfire members. In an effort to keep this post as short as possible, there will be a more comprehensive list of donors in a follow up post.
TICKETS
Tickets are $10 each with no limit to the number of tickets you can purchase. There will be no ceiling on tickets sold. Because the idea behind this rifle is so it can live both in spirit and physicality, the drawing is only being offered to campfire members.
We’ve pursued many avenues in how to arrange tickets/payments and have decided to avoid PayPal for fear of having the account locked due to the nature of the item being offered. Therefore, this is how it’ll work:
With this auto-form file, you’re able to enter your information and simply copy/paste your information to additional tickets. (if purchasing more than one)
How to download PDF once you’ve clicked on above link.
2) Print form and cut out the tickets. Please cut out the tickets – pretty please? If you are unable to print the tickets, please email the form to: [email protected](you’ll still send payment to below address – just make sure your name or campfire username is on the check)
3) Make check or money order payable to Susan Farese (Bob's wife). The family will distribute charitable funds at their discretion. (Bob’s family has listed Make-A-Wish and Challenge Unlimited as potential recipients – there may be additional charities)
4) Mail tickets with payment to:
Bob’s Custom PO Box 182 De Pere, WI 54115
The PO Box was setup for security reasons – yours and mine. If you look upon the PO Box with furrowed brow, please PM me and I’ll supply my home address.
When funds/tickets are received, we’ll send you an email confirmation. Please note, your check may not be cashed for up to a month of receipt so please have some patience.
Deadline for entries is March 10.
Drawing will be done by Bob’s family at the end of March and videotaped to share here. PM me with questions or for further contact information.
Life Member...Safari Club International Life Member...Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Life Member...Keystone Country Elk Alliance Life Member...National Rifle Association
This is great! It's a wonderful tribute to a good guy.
There's one thing I'd like to request; Can it please be twisted 1 in 9"? I can't see saddling a really great hunting rifle with a slow twist. The future is in fast twist VLD style bullets. Why not make this rifle usable through this next generation of bullets? It's not like the faster twist is gonna hurt the 130 Partitions any.
Mark
NRA Life Member Anytime anyone kicks cancers azz is a good day!
This is great! It's a wonderful tribute to a good guy.
There's one thing I'd like to request; Can it please be twisted 1 in 9"? I can't see saddling a really great hunting rifle with a slow twist. The future is in fast twist VLD style bullets. Why not make this rifle usable through this next generation of bullets? It's not like the faster twist is gonna hurt the 130 Partitions any.
Absolutely!
Just find an in-stock .270 barrel twisted 1:9, have it contoured to the #1, DONATE IT and have it to the gunsmith by the end of the week.
Brux stepped up with the existing tube when others wanted no part.
with regards to the twist rate, if I pick up the rifle for the cost of a few tickets, then I could afford to change the barrel out if that was an issue for me. Which it isn't.
Thanks to all who have spear-headed this effort - a class act!
"It is wise, though, to remember above all else: rifle, caliber, scope, and even bullets notwithstanding, the most important feature of successful big game hunting is to put that bullet in the correct place, the first time!" John Jobson
Nor did Bob seem to think much of VLD style bullets for hunting.
One does not have to be firing VLDs to realize the advantage of faster twist. For example, a .277 140 Accubond, fired from a 10 twist barrel at 3000 fps in 0 degree temp from 2000 ASL, shows a BC drop from the factory estimated .496 down to .472 due to loss of stability. 9 twist shows no drop in BC in those conditions. This was calculated using the Berger twist rate stability calculator. Those are conditions a fellow could sure run into during a late season hunt.
Now that’s not to say most hunters will every see the difference in the field, but the difference is there. A 10 twist 270 is rarely a mistake for a hunter, but more twist isn’t going to hurt. Bob recognized the advantage of fast twist as well.
With all that being said, the 10 twist certainly wouldn’t stop me from hunting with this rifle, as it looks like a great overall package!
What a phenomenal job. Bravo Scott and all involved. I'll get these printed and send in the money. What a classic rifle in memory of a classy gentleman.
James Pepper: There's no law west of Dodge and no God west of the Pecos. Right, Mr. Chisum? John Chisum: Wrong, Mr. Pepper. Because no matter where people go, sooner or later there's the law. And sooner or later they find God's already been there.
Just mailed my tickets and check today. You didn't spec stock LOP. I suggest no longer than 13.5". IMO if the winner wants a longer LOP it's easier to add a spacer than cut the stock.
The Karma bus always has an empty seat when it comes around.- High Brass
There's battle lines being drawn Nobody's right if everybody's wrong
Just saw this thread. Tickets coming for a good cause, in memory of a good guy.
"Civilized men are more discourteous than savages because they know they can be impolite without having their skulls split, as a general thing." Robert E. Howard
Thank you. We'll be on the lookout for your submission.
Apologies on the NF. Were it not for another member texting me (knowing I was on the hunt for one) I would have lost out on that. I'll PM his handle and you can terrorize him.
Alright gentlemen, we have 25 entrants. I know there are many more big hearts out there with one more spot in the safe - or have been looking for just one more rifle to justify another gun safe.
Thank you. We'll be on the lookout for your submission.
Apologies on the NF. Were it not for another member texting me (knowing I was on the hunt for one) I would have lost out on that. I'll PM his handle and you can terrorize him.
Alright gentlemen, we have 25 entrants. I know there are many more big hearts out there with one more spot in the safe - or have been looking for just one more rifle to justify another gun safe.
For a rifle like that, I'd MAKE room...
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I don't always shoot Mausers, but when I do...I prefer VZ-24s.
Just find an in-stock .270 barrel twisted 1:9, have it contoured to the #1, DONATE IT and have it to the gunsmith by the end of the week.
Brux stepped up with the existing tube when others wanted no part. [quote=SKane]
Noted, while I am sure everyone has their favorite barrel-maker, this fact is not lost on me.
Bump for a wonderful man. While I know he's killed truckloads of game, there are two things I remember most about Bob.
1) When I was quite new to the Campfire, he was discussing...yup, the 7MM Mashburn and was more than willing to email me information, and
2) He doted on his grandchildren (as it should be) and if memory serves me correct, outfitted them with pairs (did you catch that SKANE?) of Yosemite binoculars.
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Bob Enjoy life now -- it has an expiration date. ~Molɔ̀ːn Labé Skýla~
My entry should be there Tuesday. It's a long way from Kaukauna to De Pere . I told my son that if I win, I found his first rifle.
Jaydub. I'm tink'n your 'bodyguard' should be able to handle that 270 about now--or very soon.
He just turned 11 recently. He has been "borrowing" my 223 for the youth hunt, but he said he's almost ready to get his own rifle. He's not quite as suspicious of new people anymore.
He doted on his grandchildren (as it should be) and if memory serves me correct, outfitted them with pairs (did you catch that SKANE?) of Yosemite binoculars.
I see what you did there. Bob did indeed dote on his grandchildren. One did not need to spend a lot of time with Bob to understand family was everything to him.
Originally Posted by SamOlson
Scott, a 10 twist?! Oh no, that'll never do......grin
Need to get my wife to hook up the printer and some tickets will be headed your direction.
The horror, eh? I'm having one put together with the same twist.
Sam, if you don't get the printer squared away, drop me a line and I'll gladly fill it/them out for you.
Originally Posted by jaydub in wi
My entry should be there Tuesday. It's a long way from Kaukauna to De Pere . I told my son that if I win, I found his first rifle.
Your letter will likely travel a couple hundred miles for that 12 mile distance.
A huge thank you to all of you gracious folks - would love to at least triple that number of entrants before it's over. Whitebird has the action enroute to Nathan Chesney and we'll no doubt be seeing some progress photos/updates in the coming weeks.
WOW great gesture and defiantly a lost to the fire. i'll have to get some tickets bought and sent in. BTW i assume it is ok to just send cash depending on the amount.
WOW great gesture and defiantly a lost to the fire. i'll have to get some tickets bought and sent in. BTW i assume it is ok to just send cash depending on the amount.
Tickets:
Originally Posted by SKane
As many of you know, we recently lost longtime member and friend BobinNH (Bob Farese) to cancer. Bob held court here for just shy of ten years - his charisma, eloquence and knowledge will be greatly missed.
Bob was steadfast in what worked and what didn’t.
In an effort to keep Bob’s embers burning here, we’re going to build and give away what worked for Bob - a M70 .270 custom rifle, spec’d the way he’d do it. And, the proceeds of the tickets will be distributed to charities on Bob's behalf - see bottom of page.
The Blueprint:
Pre-War Model 70 Action Hawkins Precision Oberndorf Engraved Bottom Metal Bansner/LAW Stock Brux cut-rifled 22" 1:10 barrel (Bob’s favorite #1 contour) Swarovski Z3 3-9x36 Satin black Cerakote Finish Soon to be built by Nathan Chesney / Hillbilly Custom Rifles
All of the above is either donated from a company or member, or paid for with contributions from campfire members. In an effort to keep this post as short as possible, there will be a more comprehensive list of donors in a follow up post.
TICKETS
Tickets are $10 each with no limit to the number of tickets you can purchase. There will be no ceiling on tickets sold. Because the idea behind this rifle is so it can live both in spirit and physicality, the drawing is only being offered to campfire members.
We’ve pursued many avenues in how to arrange tickets/payments and have decided to avoid PayPal for fear of having the account locked due to the nature of the item being offered. Therefore, this is how it’ll work:
With this auto-form file, you’re able to enter your information and simply copy/paste your information to additional tickets. (if purchasing more than one)
How to download PDF once you’ve clicked on above link.
2) Print form and cut out the tickets. Please cut out the tickets – pretty please? If you are unable to print the tickets, please email the form to: [email protected](you’ll still send payment to below address – just make sure your name or campfire username is on the check)
3) Make check or money order payable to Susan Farese (Bob's wife). The family will distribute charitable funds at their discretion. (Bob’s family has listed Make-A-Wish and Challenge Unlimited as potential recipients – there may be additional charities)
4) Mail tickets with payment to:
Bob’s Custom PO Box 182 De Pere, WI 54115
The PO Box was setup for security reasons – yours and mine. If you look upon the PO Box with furrowed brow, please PM me and I’ll supply my home address.
When funds/tickets are received, we’ll send you an email confirmation. Please note, your check may not be cashed for up to a month of receipt so please have some patience.
Deadline for entries is March 10.
Drawing will be done by Bob’s family at the end of March and videotaped to share here. PM me with questions or for further contact information.
The entries today were postmarked either Feb 17 or 18. If you sent entries earlier than that and have not gotten an email confirmation, please send me a PM. We want to be certain you're present and accounted for!
Life Member...Safari Club International Life Member...Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Life Member...Keystone Country Elk Alliance Life Member...National Rifle Association
I have the honor and privilege to build this rifle for a good cause. In the few conversations I had with Bob, three things came up. Pre 64 70's, 270 and hunting! As most of the parts have arrived, I'll post photos of the build as it progresses!
Printed my tickets off today. Will be in the mail by Monday. What a great cause. Never had to many conversations with Bob, but the ones I did were nothing but knowledge on his end.
As many of you know, we recently lost longtime member and friend BobinNH (Bob Farese) to cancer. Bob held court here for just shy of ten years - his charisma, eloquence and knowledge will be greatly missed.
Bob was steadfast in what worked and what didn’t.
In an effort to keep Bob’s embers burning here, we’re going to build and give away what worked for Bob - a M70 .270 custom rifle, spec’d the way he’d do it. And, the proceeds of the tickets will be distributed to charities on Bob's behalf - see bottom of page.
The Blueprint:
Pre-War Model 70 Action Hawkins Precision Oberndorf Engraved Bottom Metal Bansner/LAW Stock Brux cut-rifled 22" 1:10 barrel (Bob’s favorite #1 contour) Swarovski Z3 3-9x36 Satin black Cerakote Finish Soon to be built by Nathan Chesney / Hillbilly Custom Rifles
All of the above is either donated from a company or member, or paid for with contributions from campfire members. In an effort to keep this post as short as possible, there will be a more comprehensive list of donors in a follow up post.
TICKETS
Tickets are $10 each with no limit to the number of tickets you can purchase. There will be no ceiling on tickets sold. Because the idea behind this rifle is so it can live both in spirit and physicality, the drawing is only being offered to campfire members.
We’ve pursued many avenues in how to arrange tickets/payments and have decided to avoid PayPal for fear of having the account locked due to the nature of the item being offered. Therefore, this is how it’ll work:
With this auto-form file, you’re able to enter your information and simply copy/paste your information to additional tickets. (if purchasing more than one)
How to download PDF once you’ve clicked on above link.
2) Print form and cut out the tickets. Please cut out the tickets – pretty please? If you are unable to print the tickets, please email the form to: [email protected](you’ll still send payment to below address – just make sure your name or campfire username is on the check)
3) Make check or money order payable to Susan Farese (Bob's wife). The family will distribute charitable funds at their discretion. (Bob’s family has listed Make-A-Wish and Challenge Unlimited as potential recipients – there may be additional charities)
4) Mail tickets with payment to:
Bob’s Custom PO Box 182 De Pere, WI 54115
The PO Box was setup for security reasons – yours and mine. If you look upon the PO Box with furrowed brow, please PM me and I’ll supply my home address.
When funds/tickets are received, we’ll send you an email confirmation. Please note, your check may not be cashed for up to a month of receipt so please have some patience.
Deadline for entries is March 10.
Drawing will be done by Bob’s family at the end of March and videotaped to share here. PM me with questions or for further contact information.
First I heard of his passing.
My prayers to his family. $100 in tickets coming as soon as I get it done!
But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Phil. 4:13
He builds real rifles too - not just 700 platforms.
And unfortunately, I'm not eligible to win this one.
Scott, hate to hijack this thread so maybe we could start a new one showing off some of the rifles Nate has built for fellow campfire members? That way folks will see what a super rifle this one will be, it should get those tickets flooding in!!
"Rather hunt Mule deer than anything else" "Team 7MM-08"
"Camping places fix themselves in your mind as if you had spent long periods of your life in them. You will remember a curve of your wagon track in the grass of the plain like the features of a friend." Isak Dinesen
a comment on Nates works.... I always wanted a Mark Bansner rifle after seeing them at the sports show at harrisburg the fit and finish of his rifles was amazing to me even if they were only synthetic stocks but I never could afford one after he became so popular....
A few years ago I met Nate/Nathan at the same show and was blown away by his fit and finish and had him do a stock install for me two years ago...it looks like the action grew out of the stock and he is now doing another one for my ti 7mm-08...
This BobinNH RIFLE will be first class in every way so dont miss an oppurtunity at a great rifle and cause and thanks to Hillbilly Rifles for a generous contribution....
Just sent mine in as we discussed. Thanks for working with me to figure out how to make it happen from where I'm at.
This kinda struck a cord, since it was some years back that cancer got my father on a February 19th, and I recall the loss and the memories. I hope this gives some solace to those that were closest to him, in some small way.
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