What books are out there covering custom rifles and their makers, that you would suggest getting?

Other than SDH's books, look for Tom Turpin's 2 books. Some fabulous photos.
Butch

I have and your name is on several rifles and photos. I look at it when I need to see beautiful rifles.
Butch

1980.

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Gun Digest Book of Custom Guns.

David Miller has a book that is drop dead gorgeous!

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Originally posted by vapodog:
David Miller has a book that is drop dead gorgeous!

Written by David Miller?

No, I think he's meaning Tom's book..I have 2 of Tom's enroute.

So the one already mentioned.

I have both.

Gunstock Woods and Other Fine Timbers-
Virgil M. Davis

Contemporary American Stockmakers-
Ron Toews

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Originally posted by Chuck Nelson:

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Originally posted by vapodog:
David Miller has a book that is drop dead gorgeous!

Written by David Miller?

My error....by Tom Turpin....I'll post a photo when hunt 101 gets it act together!

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Originally posted by vapodog:

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Originally posted by Chuck Nelson:

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Originally posted by vapodog:
David Miller has a book that is drop dead gorgeous!

Written by David Miller?

My error....by Tom Turpin....I'll post a photo when hunt 101 gets it act together!

I have the book.

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Originally posted by handwerk:
What books are out there covering custom rifles and their makers, that you would suggest getting?

What period of makers are you interested in?

Well, Michael as I already have your book and continue to enjoy it, my main interest is in riflesmiths of say the present day to the last 75-100 years, even picture books help me sratch the itch. I've gotten what I can from the guild, I have come to really appreciate the fine stock and metal work that is and has been done using model 70 and mauser actions.If any of you other folks don't have Michaels book I highly recommend it.
Thanks for the input thus far.

Just shows how pathetically few books on custom guns in America there is.

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Originally posted by 22WRF:
I own SDH's books. They are great. Wish he would write another one on more CURRENT bolt action rifle builders.

Truth is, I have another book mostly written, but alas, no publisher.

Michael Petrov's book is about Pre-WWII Custom Rifles, mainly American made. The best, and only book on the topic. Available from Michael Petrov, 923 West 74th Ave., Anchorage, AK 99518. (I believe about $30 PPD??) A required volume for anyone interested in Custom Guns and their makers.

Doe anyone know where I can get a copy of Tom Turpins book "Art Of Custom Rifle Making"......Thanks Kiwi

I bought mine directly from Tom, a great guy to visit with.I'm sure you can google him to get ahold of him.

Got one on the list, I have been wanting to buy the Oberndorf sporting rifles book, but just could not afford it. I found one yesterday on amazon for $102 shipped. Close to $100 less than I see it at gun shows, and $50 less than most everyone else on Amazon.

fla3006,,
Who wrote the book "Custom Built Rifles". I can't remember ever seeing that one. Does it have good pics?

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Originally posted by Tommyhawk:
fla3006,,
Who wrote the book "Custom Built Rifles". I can't remember ever seeing that one. Does it have good pics?

Dick Simmons wrote it and the pics are small with little or no detail, but it'll give you an idea of the overall shaping. He also wrote another book but I've never seen it.
Regards, Joe

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Originally posted by handwerk:
I bought mine directly from Tom, a great guy to visit with.I'm sure you can google him to get ahold of him.

I've tried Amazon, Bookfinder and every other place I can think of but cannot find a copy of this book for sale anywhere......can you pm me Tom Turpins contact details? Thanks Kiwi

Kiwi,

I've not written a book with the title, "Art of Custom Rifle Making," which might explain why you can't find a copy. I think you must be thinking of "Mastery of Wood & Metal, The David Miller Co." It is now out-of-print, and was never well distributed by the publisher. It is pretty hard to find for that reason. I think I might have two or three copies here somewhere. If you're interested, send me a PM.

Tom

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Originally posted by J.D.Steele:
He also wrote another book but I've never seen it.Regards, Joe

Joe, Now you have, one of the best on the subject.