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I'm sure that we would have gotten along fine. I've found over the years that most of the folks in the custom gun/gunsmithing business that I've met or had dealings with were pretty nice folks. I've met very few that took some getting used to.
I'm glad you reminded me of the Gun Digest Review that Ken Warner put together. I haven't seen my copy in a few years now. Guess I'd better make a concerted effort to find it.
Only been to Cody a couple times. I was there once on a media junket hosted by the Wyoming Industrial Development Council or some such title. I was there about three days as I recall. I have/had a few friends in the Cody area that I also visited with.
I've never been to Gary's shop. We see each other once or twice each year, and hove known each other for a very long time. He knows what I like and doesn't have to ask much of anything other that which checkering pattern I want. Guess I should get up to Dayton and visit with him one of these days.
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Nice rifle.. looks almost what I am collecting parts for.
Just to bad the McMillan MkX grip is to small for my hands. And the comb is to low for me.
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I am sure there are some very talented people out there who could fix both of those problems for you without too much difficulty.
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Sorry for the slow replies, I was out hunting chukar all weekend. Chet-
Wow, can't add any more superlatives. Really perfect.
Follow up on the paint as I have a MCM I need to get painted and I want it to look exactly like yours.
Is that brown with black speckles? Any specific details would be appreciated.
Also, FYI, my stock in question is a Legend and will have a black pad as well, or maybe red... I gave both and can't decide.
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Bob It is just the basic brown McMillan paint with an overshot of black to form the speckles. Thanks, Chet
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Chet, I had to opportunity to look over and photograph your action, or one identical to it, during a visit to Echols shop in May, 2014. I went over it from stem to stern and it was as good as a G33/40 can be made to be. Burgess metalwork leaves nothing lacking. He was a true genius and his likes will not come this way again anytime soon. I would have loved to bring that action home with me but D'Arcy never let me with the action out of his sight. The reason for my trip, other than to visit with an old friend, was to gather information on Burgess for an article I was writing for Gun Digest on the man and his work. That article, including a photo of your action, is published in the current edition of Gun Digest that came out last July. Shown here is one of the images of the action. As far as the completed rifle being described as "plain," there is a style for every taste. In my world, I would call it elegant. TT Yes, that is my action. I will have to get a copy of the Gun Digest issue to keep with the rifle. It is a very traditional looking rifle, no doubt. Like Jack O'Connor said, "I like my rifle stocks in a classic pattern and my women un-tattoo'd" or something to that effect. Best, Chet
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That is magnificent. If you ever want to sell it, put me in line. I'd sell the rest of my stuff to own that. I will add you to the list. Best, Chet
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What is the barrel length on this rifle?
What is the barrel length on your .270 Legend?
Would you do anything different or make the barrel lengths longer or shorter?
Thanks! The barrel on the 270 Legend is 22" as well. I would not change either one, but there is nothing magic in 22" per se. If either rifle had a 23" or 24" barrel, I would get by just fine. The only thing I had a hard time with are the scope mounts on the G33/40. I have been using Echols Legends with D'Arcy's mounts since the late 90's and I have become exceedingly fond of them. When I took the action to D'Arcy, I was thinking of having him install a set of his rings, but we both had a hard time wanting to ashcan the Burgess mounts because they are fit very well and are part of the whole Burgess essence of the project. I will try them out, and if I still can't find any love for them, I will buy a case of Bombay Sapphire, head over to the shop, and see if D'Arcy will replace them. Here are a couple of photos of the 270 Legend on a recent hunt. They give you an idea what a 22" barrel looks like in a Legend stock. These guns are my "using" rifles, so please forgive the plentitude of mud, water and rocks. Best, Chet
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Chet,
Not to worry on the Burgess mounts. Just tell D'Arcy that I have a G33/40 that they will work just fine on so I'll be happy to take them off his hands.
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Chet, aren't you aware that expensive custom rifles should never be used around rocks or water ? In fact I hear even shooting them will eventually wear out the barrel. Nice photos
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Chet, hope it shoots as well as your Blasers :-)
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Looks like that sheep took a good punch in the nose! Really nice photo.
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Super. Chet, what pack are you using or would you recommend for a sheep hunt?
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It is a Stone Glacier Solo. There are several good packs out there, but I really like that one.
Best,
Chet
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Chet, hope it shoots as well as your Blasers :-) My R8 is frightfully accurate and functions well. Can't argue with someone who uses one of them. Best, Chet
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Thanks for the follow up Chet. I am going to try and replicate that.
You sure do take your rifles to some nice destinations.
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That is one, beautiful rifle. It has classic lines and elegant proportions.
Your posts mentioned it is painted stock finish. Presumably, this was for weight saving reasons. How well does the painted finish stand up to rubbing along with you pack / being carried and crawling etc.?
The scope mounts, are they detachable so the back up scope can be used if something happens when hunting in the wilderness?
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The paint holds up pretty good. My 270 Legend has the same paint and has been hunted hard for 9 years now. There are a few dings and scratches, but it is pretty tough considering.
I do not generally use detachable mounts. I prefer simple, solid, one piece non-detachable ones like the Echols mounts or the Talley lightweights.
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That is magnificent. If you ever want to sell it, put me in line. I'd sell the rest of my stuff to own that. Amen to that!! Put me on that list as well!
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Great to reread this old thread. A friend and I were just jaw jacking about this old G33….
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I loved this thread and reread it a few times. ChetAF has such great taste in guns.
I had Mike McCabe build me a 270 Win on a G33/40. Had Alex at Master Class Stocks put a Bansner stock he had on it. That rifle is so awesome. Shots better than I can and weighs about 6 lb 12 oz before scope. Threads like this inspired me 😊
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