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The workmanship and general quality of this build is pure flat out sex. Something I'll never be able to afford or carry, but man, it is phenomenal to see such a fantastic rig as it's being built. Great stuff all the way around. thanks for sharing all the details.
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Guys,
Butch was kind enough to post the "teaser" photos of my latest project rifle that I've talked about on this thread, on a thread called tsquare's 30-06. I should have the finished rifle in my hand later in the week or the first of next week, and I'll prevail on Butch to post a couple pix of the finished rifle.
Many thanks to Butch.
Tom
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Tom, my 416 is finally finished and it sounds like I�ll get my rifle just about the same time you�ll get your 30-06. It looks pretty nice to me. I�m anxious to try it out�first at the range and then on something big and mean. My new big gun� ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/Burford/Wiebe%20416/fullleft.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/Burford/Wiebe%20416/FinishedMounts.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/Burford/Wiebe%20416/finishedsquarebridge.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/Burford/Wiebe%20416/initialShield2.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v705/Burford/Wiebe%20416/leatherpadfinished.jpg) I hope you guys have enjoyed this as much as I have. It�s been a lot of fun to share this project with all of you. I�ll try to take some photos of my own once I get my hands on the rifle.
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Forrest,
Wonderful. I'll be very anxious to see the finished rifle photos. I'm hoping the '06 comes in tomorrow.
Tom
Forrest,
When I saw your comment that the rifle was finished, for some reason the photos didn't show up.Hence, my comment about being anxious to see the finished rifle. This morning when I checked the thread, there were the photos. What a gorgeous piece. It sure doesn't get much better than that.
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You guys are costing me a lot of money.
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Outstanding.
Congratulations Forrest.
Duane impeccible work as usual.
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Outstanding. How does flattop checkering handle compared to standard checkering? Well, it feels "different". Flat top checkering has a surprising amount of "grip" to it that I think comes from all the crisp edges. I've been told that it was first popular on straight grip shotguns with double triggers because the checkering allowed for easier sliding of the trigger-pulling hand. Flat top checkering probably does release a little quicker than the more common diamond checkering. Safariman, I'm glad you've enjoyed the photos. I've certainly enjoyed sharing them. No one is more anxious than I am to see the finished product. I'll post the final photos as soon as I can take them. The "grip" is maintained but it has a smoother feel when handling the rifle quickly in the field. My Rigby .275 has the same checkering. JW
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Forrest, Wow..... that thing is a wonderous beauty, for sure! I am sure that you are proud, and rightly you should be.
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Perfect would descibe it best IMHO! The ebony tip is a must for a classic rifle! Now we need a picture with you and a dangerous game animal down with the rifle!
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