Custom Mini Mauser Finished

17 August 2010, 00:12

I really like the combination of styles. The classic stalking rifle open grip, and drop at the heal and comb, and the small cheek piece, combined with a scope set up high, so as to not cramp pencil necks.

The quick detach scope is a nice feature - just in case, along with that thumb slot for quickly reloading those magnificant 223 cartridges. One never knows in real field conditions when he might encounter charging ankle-biting gophers. In which case, for such close-in work, quick removal of the scope may come in handy, as well as quickly reloading.

There are many other features about the rifle to equally like. Aside from the style and features, the wood is fantastic, and equally well appointed and checkered. It's truely a work of art, and a fitting demonstration of skill and egos, merged with the incentive of money and neurotic self-indulgence. A very fine showpiece, indeed.

Congrats.

KB

17 August 2010, 02:53

TC1

quote:
Originally posted by CAS II:
Stunning.

Any chance that you have a picture of the blank before it was carved?

Here ya go.

Terry

17 August 2010, 02:58

CAS II

Thank you. Gorgeous blank, is it from Denli?

17 August 2010, 03:14

TC1

Yes, it came from Denli

17 August 2010, 04:02

ForrestB

Thankfully, James didn't follow the pattern as drawn.

17 August 2010, 04:17

shootaway

major success

17 August 2010, 06:18

buffalobreath

This is one of the most beautiful rifles ive ever seen. Truly art. The photos are of incredible quality as well. What twist does that 223 have on it?

17 August 2010, 16:08

TC1

The twist is 1 in 8"

17 August 2010, 21:04

6.5BR

Don't even want to think of what that costs.

I'd change maybe one thing, maybe a deuce, but who says beautiful can't be practical

NICE rifle sir, you wear MIGHTY big shoes...

Thanks for sharing pics.

17 August 2010, 21:24

Jim C. <><

The classic eligance of every line and contour of the stock is lovely. The tiny metal adds appeal. Well done!

17 August 2010, 23:38

srtrax

Terry, from what I see and from all the remarks...U nailed this one!

After seeing that mate finish scope on that beautiful rifle, I wish now I hadnt gone with gloss for my Mex. project.

18 August 2010, 11:51

z1r

Very nice!

Superb work by all involved especially the stock.

18 August 2010, 16:48

Timan

That's a lot of gun for it's size.
Very nice work fellas.
100%, A+.
SS

18 August 2010, 18:23

30 Caliber Mag Fan

Terry-

You have outdone yourself, again. Your vision and the craftsmen who worked on your project have created a piece of art that, just so happens to be a rifle.

Congratulations to all; it is beautiful.

18 August 2010, 20:25

rnovi

I'd say that's a keeper! WELL DONE!

19 August 2010, 10:26

boom stick

Simply stunning.
Elegant
Svelte
Refined
I honestly don't know how that rifle could be any better.
That stock pattern should be in a hall of fame.

19 August 2010, 14:27

Mark R

quote:
Originally posted by Mark R:
Can I please have more info on the action of this wonderful rifle. Is it a 'Kurz'??

Cheers,
Mark.

Sorry my question seems to have been overlooked or maybe I should already know??
Someone care to respond on the action of this wonderful rifle?

Cheers,
Mark.

19 August 2010, 15:57

TC1

quote:
Originally posted by Mark R:
quote:
Originally posted by Mark R:
Can I please have more info on the action of this wonderful rifle. Is it a 'Kurz'??

Cheers,
Mark.

Sorry my question seems to have been overlooked or maybe I should already know??
Someone care to respond on the action of this wonderful rifle?

Cheers,
Mark.

I'm sorry Mark, I saw the question but forgot to answer. The action started out as a Charles Daly Mini Mauser action bought on closeout from Numrich gun parts.

Remington sold these rifles but not actions after Charles Daly lost the contract. They were sold as model 799's.

Terry

19 August 2010, 19:52

Steve E.

I know a lot of Guys here have fantastic looking rifles but this is quite possibly the most gorgeous rifle I have ever seen. The Guys that worked on this rifle has reached the level to be called Master of their Craft. Job well done Guys.

Steve E...........

19 August 2010, 23:09

clowdis

I've been trying for several days to find some words to describe how much I like this rifle and it's design, but I'm just not eloquent enough. I'ts one of the best shaped and best executed designs that I think I've ever seen. I've got a .223 project in the wings and I hope it works out half as nice as this one. Well done Terry!

20 August 2010, 01:57

Mark R

Thanks TC1.

Cheers,
Mark.

20 August 2010, 03:55

TC1

quote:
Originally posted by 22WRF:
TC

You have showed us the form, and its beautiful.

How about the function. How does it shoot?

Hey Kevin, it'll be a few weeks before I can shoot it. I broke my hand last month and I'm still healing from it. I can hold the rifle but just can't grip it yet.

20 August 2010, 05:40

GSSP

OMG! Bravo!

Alan

20 August 2010, 07:50

Ian (VA)

What a treat to see this project of yours progress and finish the way it did. Thanks for sharing it with us, and I hope your paw heals quickly so you can get to know this little gem properly at the shooting range very soon. Just a fantastic rifle!

20 August 2010, 08:01

SR4759

Exceptionally nice.
A 2.5x Leupold Alaskan would make it look even better.

24 August 2010, 15:59

TC1

I got a few more pictures from James. The last one is mine. It was shot with a "point and shoot" camera and the flash seems to washout the color but the trapdoor is just too cool not to be pictured.

Terry

24 August 2010, 18:25

fla3006

The 1/4 rib is especially nice, any stippling or matting I need in the future is going to Roger.

25 August 2010, 00:21

Scrollcutter

Wow! Stunning work James.

I, of course had seen the metal work. It was impeccable as well.

James, your work is beyond words. Great design and very well executed. None too shabby on the photography either.

I was happy to be associated with this build. Thanks for including me Terry.

02 September 2010, 06:24

EDMHUNTER

Very Nice!

02 September 2010, 22:30

Von Gruff

quote:
Originally posted by EDMHUNTER:
Very Nice!

Its so so far past "very nice" as to be in a hole nuther enthusiam zone.

Von Gruff.

02 September 2010, 22:42

ROSCOE

amazing work!

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03 September 2010, 03:35

EDMHUNTER

quote:
Posted 02 September 2010 21:30 Hide Post
quote:
Originally posted by EDMHUNTER:
Very Nice!

Its so so far past "very nice" as to be in a hole nuther enthusiam zone.

Von Gruff.

A 404 and a 7x57. All a man needs anywhere, anytime. ever

You are correct! How about "Awesome"
I meant no disrespect to the rifle!

03 September 2010, 08:39

Jeff Welker

This is one of the finest examples of custom rifle craftsmanship I've ever seen. Thank you so much for sharing the photos.

PURE SEX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

03 September 2010, 20:36

GSSP

Terry,

What rings are those?

Alan

04 September 2010, 18:18

TC1

They are Warne rings. They were discontinued years ago. Every now and then a pair will come up for sale on ebay.

These have had a lot of work done to them. Shane even narrowed them up a little so they look scaled down to match the action.

If you go back and look at the at the close ups you'll notice the back ring is thinner than the front.

Terry

07 September 2010, 15:27

EDMHUNTER

How did you make this rifle so light? I was admiring the craftsmanship so much it just hit me that this is a 4 oz. more than a Rem Ti.

07 September 2010, 21:07

gzig5

Terry,
You've got something to be very proud of there. I should be picking up my Charles Daly mini action next week. I plan to use it for my daughter's first deer rifle. Where did the serial number go when the ring and left rail were cleaned up? Don't know if I'd do something that extensive, but would appreciate a closeup of each side of the action.
Greg

08 September 2010, 04:16

walnut

TC, this rifle looks like a page from a Holland & Holland catalog, and that is meant as a compliment in the highest regard. (I apologize if H&H rifles are not your liking.) I see no difference in workmanship. IIRC, Terry finishes his stocks and this one is fabulous. A lot of great work was done by a few people, but if the stock wasn't finished as beautiful as this, the whole project would suffer. Nice work, sir.

08 September 2010, 04:33

CAS II

quote:
TC, this rifle looks like a page from a Holland & Holland catalog, and that is meant as a compliment in the highest regard. (I apologize if H&H rifles are not your liking.) I see no difference in workmanship.

No offense to either you or H&H, but I saw a bunch of H&H rifles at SCI, and I don't recall many that would stand up to the quality and fit/finish of what I see in Terry's rifle.

Don't get me wrong, H&H builds a beautiful rifle, but some of the work coming out of today's custom builders in the US is better. There were quite a few rifles at the Guild Show in Reno that outshined anything H&H had on their table.

Photos like those posted don't leave much room for hiding faults.

08 September 2010, 06:14

walnut

quote:
Originally posted by CAS II:
quote:
TC, this rifle looks like a page from a Holland & Holland catalog, and that is meant as a compliment in the highest regard. (I apologize if H&H rifles are not your liking.) I see no difference in workmanship.

Perhaps "see no difference in workmanship" wasn't the best choice of words. I've not handled a Holland and the catalog pics were definitely not as close up or revealing as these.

No offense to either you or H&H, but I saw a bunch of H&H rifles at SCI, and I don't recall many that would stand up to the quality and fit/finish of what I see in Terry's rifle.

Don't get me wrong, H&H builds a beautiful rifle, but some of the work coming out of today's custom builders in the US is better. There were quite a few rifles at the Guild Show in Reno that outshined anything H&H had on their table.

I would have to agree with this also. And I think it goes for the US custom builders past and present.

Photos like those posted don't leave much room for hiding faults.