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Need a special custom stock- ref's please
18 July 2018, 07:20
dogcatNeed a special custom stock- ref's please
I have a unique (to me) pre war model 70 barreled action. I need a stocktaker that will do a great job for me.
Money is not a huge issue ( I know, never say this ), but understand I will be very focused on seeing this done the way I want it done.
Looking for an old school type, classic, clean, understated design to work from.
Who would you recommend??
18 July 2018, 18:13
ismithDennis Erhardt at the Frontier Gunshop in Helena, MT.
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18 July 2018, 18:47
marley7x57Here are a few worth contacting:
Reto Buehler
James Tucker
Duane Wiebe
Steve Nelson
Joe Smithson
Gene Simillion
John Bolliger
D'Arcy Echols
You can also look at the American Custom Gunmaker Guild website as well at this link:
https://www.acgg.org18 July 2018, 19:52
dogcatThanks!
Jim Kobe in Bloomington Mn is in the gun makers guild and makes very nice stocks.
If you need his contact info, pm me
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18 July 2018, 22:49
Jim KobeDoing one right now; thanks Dale
Jim Kobe
10841 Oxborough Ave So
Bloomington MN 55437
952.884.6031
Professional member American Cusom Gunmakers Guild
19 July 2018, 01:25
butchlambertAbove mentioned guys are good and I've had a few done by Jim Kobe. Jim is good and prompt.
Mr Lindy, I can't recommend your advise.
19 July 2018, 03:22
ozark hunterI have had good luck with James Anderson and Gary Goudy.
19 July 2018, 04:11
customboltquote:
Originally posted by lindy2:
You could start out by visiting the better local sporting goods stores that sell better quality guns. they might have a list of or know of local or regional guys that do custom stockmaking.
I don't think I would rely on a salesperson at a large store.
Marley's list has many of the best U.S. stock makers already listed. I would add Craig Libhart and Al Lind.
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19 July 2018, 18:24
Colin MastersMy vote goes to Duane Wiebe. I think he Builds the best looking stocks on the planet.
19 July 2018, 18:35
butchlambertDuane needs to answer this and he is great, but will he stock somebody else s metalwork.
20 July 2018, 00:37
JmbrownJim Bisio does great work too. Here's a link to his site.
http://www.heritage-walnut.com20 July 2018, 21:09
Duane Wiebe (CG&R)[QUOTE]Originally posted by butchlambert:
Duane needs to answer this and he is great, but will he stock somebody else s metalwork.[/QUOTE
The issue: "A" does the metal "B" does the stock...Who steps up to the plate if the gun does not function or shoot well? In my case, I'm pretty selective who's metal work I will stock
20 July 2018, 22:13
MARK H. YOUNGRoss,
Lon Paul Tanglewood Guns. He has his own stock design that will fit you, mitigates recoil nicely and looks incredible. Also Pre '64's and Mausers are his specialty. Give him a call and say I referred you. 951-659-2699
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bwanamrmJust to second a few...
James Anderson
Lon Paul
Duane Wiebe
All have done stand out work for me..
Almost forgot Ralf Martini who is also a wizard with wood!
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21 July 2018, 03:27
458WinHere in the US today we are blessed with many of the very best stock makers in the world. And a high percentage of the best ones doing it for a living have been listed.
Anyone who claims the 30-06 is ineffective has either not tried one, or is unwittingly commenting on their own marksmanship
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www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com 21 July 2018, 03:54
butchlambertPhil, you are correct. I have used a few and I am very happy.
21 July 2018, 22:54
marley7x57Here are a few websites worth visiting - good photos (especially Hallowell) and descriptions.
Hallowell & Co:
http://www.hallowellco.com/Cus...les%20For%20Sale.htmChamplin Firearms:
http://www.champlinarms.com/Default.aspx?tabid=30Also, you might check out Roger Green's work at:
http://rogermgreen.com/gunmaker/bespoke_guns.html30 July 2018, 11:44
BoxheadI had Dean Zollinger lean out a stock on a Wisner actioned 7x57 Swede that had been stocked "fat" by Fred something or other in Montana IIRC. Dean did a great job given he had to start wit someone else's work.
30 July 2018, 16:17
dogcatThx!
30 July 2018, 21:23
customboltVery trim and love the forearm taper. Duane Wiebe got me hooked on that swept grip style too.
quote:
Originally posted by Boxhead:
I had Dean Zollinger lean out a stock on a Wisner actioned 7x57 Swede that had been stocked "fat" by Fred something or other in Montana IIRC. Dean did a great job given he had to start wit someone else's work.
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03 August 2018, 04:20
farbedoDogcat, Promise to post of the photos of the finished stock. I have a suspicion it will be sweet.
Jeremy
03 August 2018, 05:52
SingleShotGuyBoxhead,
Dean Zollinger has built me a number of rifles over the past 25 years. Trim, sleek and handle beautifully. He is in the process of finishing a project of mine now. A Mauser action, blind box 7x57. Should be a dandy.
Ed
