Current Projects

[NoStepOnSnek]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)

Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

 

[steve white]

I'm beginning my first Alkanet London finish on a favorite rifle.
I rust blue just about everything, and do it myself by the acid fume method.

 

[BayouRobert]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
View attachment 760903
Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

Beautifully matched butt stock and forend. Should be stunning when completed. What a project!

 

[Altitude sickness]

Working a steamer trunk. Replacing the leather trunk straps. And some tacks. It will either be a toy box. Or I’ll line it with red cedar

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

The only project I'm working on at the moment is with my physical therapy to get my knee back in shape to get out bush again. Slow process but we will get there.
Bob

 

[Rare Breed]

I know the feeling…it’s hell getting older Bob!!!

 

[farmer_john]

I'm beginning my first Alkanet London finish on a favorite rifle.
I rust blue just about everything, and do it myself by the acid fume method.

What process are you using?

 

[BruceS]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
View attachment 760903
Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

Finishing a new stock for pre64 win in 300 win mag and doing final metal work on a 404jeffery.

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

I know the feeling…it’s hell getting older Bob!!!

@Rare Breed
Getting older definitely but ain't getting any wiser.
My other knee will need doing in the next 12 months. Some say I should have got both done at once but I'm to big of a wimp. There's only so much pain I can take in one go.
Getting it done with the MAKO robot assistance sure speeds up recovery and reduces trauma to the surrounding areas and accurate to within 0.3mm. Even after only 4 weeks I'm walking without any aids and have almost full movement.
Bob

 

[BayouRobert]

@Rare Breed
Getting older definitely but ain't getting any wiser.
My other knee will need doing in the next 12 months. Some say I should have got both done at once but I'm to big of a wimp. There's only so much pain I can take in one go.
Getting it done with the MAKO robot assistance sure speeds up recovery and reduces trauma to the surrounding areas and accurate to within 0.3mm. Even after only 4 weeks I'm walking without any aids and have almost full movement.
Bob

This is so nice to hear. Gives me hope for when my turn comes!

 

[rdog]

The only project I'm working on at the moment is with my physical therapy to get my knee back in shape to get out bush again. Slow process but we will get there.
Bob

BOB if you were not using old 243 bbls for a walking stick you may do better . I am getting my right hip replaced in June, its no fun getting old, my last trip to the range my grandson had to put my 100 meter targets up for me i struggle to walk that distance. good luck with your knee. I am going to keep shooting even if it kills me.

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

BOB if you were not using old 243 bbls for a walking stick you may do better . I am getting my right hip replaced in June, its no fun getting old, my last trip to the range my grandson had to put my 100 meter targets up for me i struggle to walk that distance. good luck with your knee. I am going to keep shooting even if it kills me.

@rdog
At my my size I would have to weld a couple of barrels together to make them long enough for a walking stick. Hip surgery is apparently better and easier recovery than knee replacement so I'm told.
I'm looking forward to getting back in the bush.
Bob

 

[Rumrunner]

@rdog
At my my size I would have to weld a couple of barrels together to make them long enough for a walking stick. Hip surgery is apparently better and easier recovery than knee replacement so I'm told.
I'm looking forward to getting back in the bush.
Bob

I’ve had both knees and a hip replaced. Rehab for knee replacement is brutal, at least for me it was. Hip was a breeze in comparison. Especially if they do the hip anterior approach.
Good luck.

 

[rdog]

@rdog
At my my size I would have to weld a couple of barrels together to make them long enough for a walking stick. Hip surgery is apparently better and easier recovery than knee replacement so I'm told.
I'm looking forward to getting back in the bush.
Bob

Yes every body tells me a hip is not as bad as a knee i had my right knee replaced in 2010 not a lot of fun but a very good result , i am getting tired of the pain at night.

 

[Kiwifire111]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
View attachment 760903

Where did you source the stock set for the No1??

Cheers,
Mal the Kiwi.
Canberra, Australia.

 

[NoStepOnSnek]

Where did you source the stock set for the No1??

Cheers,
Mal the Kiwi.
Canberra, Australia.

Got it done by Treebone Carving. This is the only stock I’ve had done, but George seems like a great guy that’s easy to work with

 

[etsonaut]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
View attachment 760903
Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

The Dixie Safari concept sounds cool. Please update as you can.

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

I’ve had both knees and a hip replaced. Rehab for knee replacement is brutal, at least for me it was. Hip was a breeze in comparison. Especially if they do the hip anterior approach.
Good luck.

@Rumrunner
Using the robot for knee replacement made recovery a lot easier due to less damage to surrounding tissue.
The first 8-10 days were hell and I needed aids to walk,shower and crap. After 2 weeks thing were a lot better and by week 3 I only needed a cane to get around. Now in week 5 I still carry the cane for just in case but getting back to close on normal. I could drive after 3 weeks and drive a stick shift after 5-6 weeks. Follow your physical therapy and all will be well. I'm surprised at how quick the recovery has been.
Bob