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Man, Nitro that guy does some very good work!

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Yep, I particularly like the gold inlay on the rear sight.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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Cole.

Do you plan to roll your own ?
Will you be using brass or plastic ?
If not DG, what is your intended quarry ?

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Update 11/05/12

Finally Done it is on its way HOME.
Slight difference between the 50 year old metal and the new stuff, he tried very hard to hide it.









Nitro


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Magnificent. Would love to have one.
 
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That's awfully pretty, too pretty to scratch up.
Go ahead and send it to me and I'll take great care of it.
 
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I especially like the contrast between the receiver and the deep black of the barrels. Beautiful work and I expect well worth the wait.


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Beautiful work and nice regulation. For the guy who posted he had a reamed out .450; why don't you have those barrels rifled? Then you would have a very nice, straight shooting, 20 ga. Might have to have it re-regulated, most likely will.
 
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Congratulations! A nice looking rifle!


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Very nicely done.
 
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Stunning, you are a lucky man!


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Update 11/11/12

I shot her since I got her back.



The top group 4 shots, scope at 38 yards. (Sitting) 2" wide no vert, R 3 shots in 1".

Bottom group 4 shots irons, leaning against tree, 32 yards 2" x 2"

I need to move the bottom group up it was a little low, will put higher rear sight in.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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BTT for easy reference. tu2
 
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What a Great job !!!!!! clap


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I just love it... I'm glad we're all talking about these Bore guns. For the life of me I can't believe they are not more popular.

I'm going to Argentina this year and my Shot & Ball is the only gun I'm taking. From Doves to Buff and everything in between!

Beautiful build!
 
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I have always had a soft spot for the scalloping on the Simson guns. I understand that wood-metal fit is critical to prevent cracking when scallops are present but the look is hard to beat. The contrast between the blued barrels and the receiver beautiful. An engraved coin finish and blue is also nice but your gun sure makes an argument for your finish. Bluing the locking lever is also a nice touch.

Excellent gun. You are indeed a fortunate man to have found a 'smith who does excellent conversion work.

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Congratulations on a wonderful DR. It is truly beautiful, your smith did an excellent job. That is one to enjoy for generations.


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Sooo, who built the rifle? Or did I miss that?
 
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His name is Dirk Schimmel (h2oboy) IIRC.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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I am sure you'll be happy with this wonderful rifle!
Enjoy it for decade, after decade, after decade... and
then may your daughters and and sons do the same!!!
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His name is Dirk Schimmel (h2oboy) IIRC.

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Thanks. Looks like he did an outstanding job on your rifle. What a thing of beauty!
 
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Well finally it has fur filled it's purpose.







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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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Awesome deer and rifle. Congrats!
 
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Beautiful !!!!!!!

What does the 20 bore rifle weigh with scope?
 
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Perfect!!!!


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Thanks buddy.

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Finally Done it is on its way HOME.
Slight difference between the 50 year old metal and the new stuff, he tried very hard to hide it.









Nitro


Nitro, that is a beautiful double rifle! Now you need to start a new one chambered for 22 LR for that little girl of yours! She will likely be ten years old before it is finished and about ready for "DANGEROUS" rabbit hunting!

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Beautiful deer
 
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Mac

You might be on to something there.
PS. She just turned 8 so she may be 11 by completion.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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You might be on to something there.
PS. She just turned 8 so she may be 11 by completion.

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Well if she is anything like her dad she will be a hunter!
I miss the DRSS hunts at 4K! Those were fun days with good friends!

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Can't agree with you more.
I miss them too.
Good times with good friends.
Maybe we can get them going again.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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I had the pleasure of handling your 20 bore rifle at Dirk's shop during regulation. It is a beautiful piece. I think you bought my 7x57 as well?



 
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Yes, sweet Brno
Just sourced a nice 1.5x6 Hensoldt claw mounted scope for it.

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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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Dear Nitro450;

Your 20 bore rifle is the most beautiful of all modern bore rifles built that I have ever seen, including those built by myself and others on this site. It is a credit to the skill and artistic eye of the rifle builder, whoever he is. It lines, designs, balance and finish is truly a work of riflemakers art. Even the Galazan 20 bore rifle cannot be said to be in the same league as this superb work of art. It puts me to mind of following the principles of the type or work and design that comes from the shop of Hartmann & Weiss, who are the finest builders of double rifles and guns in the world today. I salute your riflemaker.
 
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Baie Dankie.
Sy naam is Dirk Schimmel en hy is baie goed en trots op sy werk.

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"Man is a predator or at least those of us that kill and eat our own meat are. The rest are scavengers, eating what others kill for them." Hugh Randall
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470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
 
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Yes, sweet Brno
Just sourced a nice 1.5x6 Hensoldt claw mounted scope for it.

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I sure hated to have to sell that rifle, and am glad somebody who appreciates it has it now.



 
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Baie Dankie.
Sy naam is Dirk Schimmel en hy is baie goed en trots op sy werk.

Nitro


Nitro450;

Dirk sure has reason to be proud of his work.
 
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wave You MUST feel SO Satisfied!!!!!
Photos top and center are outstanding!!!
flame Lower photo is NO GOOD!
The D/R is missing!!!!!


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