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27 April 2012, 23:07

Matt Moore

Alaskan Double Rifle

Here is Mike Brooks taking an innovative approach to creating a double rifle.

Matt Moore

27 April 2012, 23:11

Matt Moore

Yes, those are 2 Ruger No 1 rifles that have been joined together in the most unholy of marriages!

The cool thing about this creation are the innovative features. Here you can see how Mike utilized a vibration dampening foam between the 2.

Matt

27 April 2012, 23:13

Mike Brooks

Yep! A back woods, redneck style, falling block double rifle.
That's a 450 3 1/4" NE double! This unique set up allows for easy conversion and regulation adjustments. The sighting options are endless.
While it may not have all the fancy carvings of Larry's Bradshaw 450, at least I didn't have to wait or let Hooker fondle it before I did!

There is a chance that I may need to upgrade to Gorilla tape after a few range sessions. Note the unique white line spacers.

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27 April 2012, 23:17

Matt Moore

In this photo, you can better see how he joined the 2 together with 100 mph tape. This is one of secrets Alaskan gunsmiths rarely share with anyone outside the AK community. This joining method is quick and provides an excellent reference point for those who have problems with mounting their guns and an inconsistent cheek weld.

Matt

27 April 2012, 23:19

Matt Moore

And here is a picture of the business end of the creation.

Mike is known for thinking "Outside the Box" and I have to applaud him for utilizing an unconventional front sight arrangement. Even though it is a bit different, he is set for any light condition that a modern hunter can face with this set up.

I know this will stoke the fire under Bailey Bradshaw as he sees the new competition from "The Last Frontier." I will interview Mike this weekend and see what he has in mind for engraving, etc.

Larry, eat your heart out!!!!!

Matt

28 April 2012, 01:02

BrettAKSCI

Perhaps this will be the prototype for Bailey's Alaskan line......

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28 April 2012, 01:40

Frostbit

quote:
Originally posted by Matt Moore:
And here is a picture of the business end of the creation.

Mike is known for thinking "Outside the Box" and I have to applaud him for utilizing an unconventional front sight arrangement. Even though it is a bit different, he is set for any light condition that a modern hunter can face with this set up.

I know this will stoke the fire under Bailey Bradshaw as he sees the new competition from "The Last Frontier." I will interview Mike this weekend and see what he has in mind for engraving, etc.

Larry, eat your heart out!!!!!

Matt

This can't be real Alaskan photos. There are no bullet holes in the dumpster.

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28 April 2012, 02:02

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LOL, I don't shoot into my own stuff!

28 April 2012, 02:48

Frostbit

Put a Moose crossing sign on there and see how long it lasts.

28 April 2012, 03:01

Art S.

Unless that is memory foam, I suspect a Sabatti will hold it's regulation better.

28 April 2012, 03:04

birdhunter50

Mike, That is quite a comination gun. You are going to have to either hire a couple strong young gunbearers or put a carriage under that thing. I especially like your use of the styrofoam to get that custom fitted look and feel. This should also make you elligable for the Red Green traveling trophy for inovative uses of Duct Tape! Well Done! Bob

28 April 2012, 03:44

Matt Moore

Art, I can assure you that no Dremel tools were used or harmed in the making of that double rifle. I am sure Mike will be able to add or subtract foam in the stock area to adjust the convergence of the barrels and the muzzles will be unmolested.

I will post a target later.

Matt

28 April 2012, 03:59

Mike Brooks

Art,
Each barrel has it own set of sighting options. Note that Burris Fastfire on the LH set and stock irons on the RH. It can easily handle a scope on either or both. Imagine a 1.5X5 Leupy on one side and a 4X18 on the other for longer shots on plains game. I also have a starlight scope for either side. The possibilities are endless!

BTW, Red Green ROCKS!!!

28 April 2012, 04:07

enfieldspares

LOL!

Thank you for sharing that! I enjoyed it very much!

Will you, Mike, be next working on an O/U format variant for those, maybe Browning B25 shot gun owners, more accustomed to that layout?

28 April 2012, 04:12

Mike Brooks

That might be looked at in the near future! Right now there are too many orders coming in to be filled before we can begin any fresh projects.

28 April 2012, 04:34

Ellis

Matt, if I known that you were into such things, we could have saved you a lot of time money your .450 NE!!!!!!

Ellis

28 April 2012, 04:34

Mike Brooks

Please note that this unique rifle is avaiable in a wide variety of calibers. Mix and match anything up to the 450 Nitro.
Imagine a 223 along side a 375 H&H and then easily convert it to a 30-06 and a 458 or a 450/400.

28 April 2012, 04:51

Mike Brooks

(shudder)

Stainless with plywood stocks will also be offered on a limited basis.

28 April 2012, 05:44

elk88101

Mike
Do you think a Boa with 2 sided tape could take the place of the hoard duct tape?
With the separation makes the cup holder idea a reality
Thanks for sharing
Larry

28 April 2012, 06:01

Mike Brooks

I suppose a foam cup holder could be worked out. I know you Texans like your Lone Star beer nearby. Would some fuzzy dice sound good too?

28 April 2012, 06:51

cal pappas

Gents:
Have I been out of the loop! Why in hell am I sending my doubles off to Griffin and Howe for work when such a talented gunsmith is in my back yard?
Mike--are you taking this double on your Australian doubles only hunt in June?
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28 April 2012, 06:56

Hog Killer

With all of that recoil pad area, it should be as like shooting a 243.

Keith

28 April 2012, 07:06

Mike Brooks

quote:
Originally posted by cal pappas:

Mike--are you taking this double on your Australian doubles only hunt in June?
Cal

No that many serial numbers would confuse them at Customs too much .. I'll take the Searcy.

28 April 2012, 10:44

georgeld

Mike:
I got over here to look at your great invention.
IF you haven't yet, you'd better get that patent paper sent in before someone snatches up your fine idea! Sure wouldn't want you to invent such a fantastic rifle assembly as this and then get beat out of the patent potentials.

(hate to admit it to the rest of these guys after seeing this wonderful gunsmith in action, but, he claims to be related to me in blood line") IS that good or bad??

Thanks for sharing,
George

28 April 2012, 18:51

Pez

How soon can i get my name on the waiting list for one of these bad boys?! lol

28 April 2012, 19:08

tarawa

Mike,
You better approach that bear or moose from the mat finished side of the gun! That gloss will be a sure give away!

28 April 2012, 21:26

Mike Brooks

Aww they don't care..
That rumor was started by the gun mfgrs. to sell more guns!

It worked!

28 April 2012, 21:41

LouM

I too am enthralled with projects such as this. Being the practical sort, I endeavored upon my own journey. This however, into the world of combination guns.
Here is the result of my first attempt.

I know it is not technically a double rifle, yet.

28 April 2012, 22:30

Mike Brooks

Thanks for the Pics. Lou!

I'd considered using cord to lash it together but since this is a 450 Nitro I decided to go all the way and go with Duct Tape. Nothing but the best!
I still have the ultra option of Gorilla Tape at some point in the future if this doesn't meet my expectations.

29 April 2012, 04:31

ELeeton

Definitely a fine piece of innovative weaponry. I have but one question for you... do you plan on making a left handed model?

29 April 2012, 04:41

Mike Brooks

quote:
Originally posted by Pez:
How soon can i get my name on the waiting list for one of these bad boys?! lol

Pez, you're on your way to owning half of one of these now. I may be talked into another 'commisioned build'. Better hurry the list is getting long now.

29 April 2012, 04:43

Mike Brooks

quote:
Originally posted by ELeeton:
Definitely a fine piece of innovative weaponry. I have but one question for you... do you plan on making a left handed model?

I suppose that you want one of those gawd awful stainless ones with the plywood stocks too huh?

29 April 2012, 19:35

elk88101

Mike
Well I will be in Alaska about the 4th of September till when ever maybe the 25th. Biebs is to be there also, maybe we can all meet and go Halibut fishing and you could show us your masterpiece. I know Biebs would like to rate your gun and write a nice article about it.
Oh just for the record I am not a from TEXAS only live close to it.
Do you know the best thing that ever came out of Texas???

29 April 2012, 19:36

elk88101

ROUTE 66
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29 April 2012, 21:08

Mike Brooks

You're coming up with Beibs?

I don't know if this state could handle the two of you at once!

I'm about 10 minutes from the airport.

29 April 2012, 23:23

Gator1

Mike

I love the way you incorporated Art Alphin's idea on stock design to reduce felt recoil.

Particularly the thick, clubby butt stock.

A free box of Lion loads should be awarded.

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30 April 2012, 01:20

elk88101

YEP
We are hunting in two different areas.
But we should be about done the same time.
We want to go to Homer and fish with a guy we know Peter Karwowski Magic Waters Charters.
Halibut here we come.
Larry

30 April 2012, 01:38

Mike Brooks

Hmmm, I thought that you were the one Beibs was going to use for bear bait..

30 April 2012, 01:45

elk88101

Mike
Thats why I am not telling Biebs where I will be.
Larry

30 April 2012, 01:58

Mike Brooks

If I didn't already live here I wouldn't even tell him I was on this hemisphere.