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.404 J Rifles
26 June 2022, 11:00
Roger Vardy.404 J Rifles
Here are two seperate .404 J Rifles that I've been working on. Just thought I'd drop some photos of either side for those interested and those that suffer from custom rifle addiction.
26 June 2022, 15:39
Zephyrwonderful
Thank you for sharing
Some subtle and not subtle differences to whet the appetite of someone who is interested in commissioning a custom rifle
26 June 2022, 18:03
bigbullNice contrast in execution.
What actions were used?
What actors changed your execution style or are they done for others?
BB
26 June 2022, 18:35
setters5Very nice! Did you make the island sling stud?
27 June 2022, 06:12
AXEL19I'm assuming that is a custom made sling mount on the top rifle? I'm looking for something similar for a cz 375.
Beautiful rifles.
27 June 2022, 06:34
gunmakerLove It!
27 June 2022, 13:53
Peter ConnanBoth are beautiful, but the owner of the top rifle is a braver man than me!
Beautiful work Roger!
Where did you buy those stunning blanks from?
27 June 2022, 19:39
Duane Wiebe (CG&R)I like the theme of the ramps and sling eye...Nice contrast. Two different bottom metal makers...???
27 June 2022, 20:16
degoinsLovely.....thanks for sharing!!
DRSS
27 June 2022, 20:29
Kolo-Panlooking forward to seeing those two all done up and ready to hunt.
Many of those who suffer from custom rifle addiction also suffer from detail addiction.
Please tell us more about the rifles.
KJK
28 June 2022, 03:01
ScrollcutterBeauties Roger. GG
Roger Kehr
Kehr Engraving Company
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28 June 2022, 04:57
Badger375Gorgeous rifles! They are both sweet but the bottom one really speaks to me…
30 June 2022, 17:42
wildmansixVery nice rifles. I like the lines of the top one the best.
A great pair of rifles for sure.
Is Hornady still making 404 Brass?
01 July 2022, 01:55
Austin Hunterquote:
Originally posted by Timan:
A great pair of rifles for sure.
Is Hornady still making 404 Brass?
When I did my 404 loads way back, I noticed a distinct difference between Norma and Hornady on the head of the brass. went w/Norma
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01 July 2022, 02:13
Gundog 64quote:
Originally posted by Timan:
Is Hornady still making 404 Brass?
Stuart,
Yes they are, but as with all reloading items, if you can find it.
01 July 2022, 03:56
customboltWell now, that is some dandy grain flow from end to end.
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11 July 2022, 09:54
Roger VardyFinal Shaping and the start of finishing on the stock.
Left Side
Right Side
Close up on bottom metal and grip cap
Close up on cheekpiece
Rifle with finish in Australia Made case.
Close up of rifle and accessories in case.
11 July 2022, 09:58
Roger Vardyquote:
Originally posted by bigbull:
Nice contrast in execution.
What actions were used?
The 404 rifle with the heel and toe caps is using a FN 98 action
The other 404 rifle is using a Steyr 1912 action
What actors changed your execution style or are they done for others?
BB
11 July 2022, 09:59
Roger Vardyquote:
Originally posted by setters5:
Very nice! Did you make the island sling stud?
No it was provided by the client
11 July 2022, 10:39
RockdocNice Roger.
Who makes the lovely cases here?
Cheers, Chris
DRSS
11 July 2022, 20:06
LHeym500Exquisite. I am in awe of your skill.
13 July 2022, 18:02
bwanamrmVery tasteful and excellent work Roger. I would be thrilled with either...
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08 September 2022, 01:13
AtkinsonMy kind of DG rifle, and my all time favorite big bore bolt gun..best of work..
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08 September 2022, 05:48
Alec TorresVery nice wood. Very nice work.
How would you grade the blank on the last rifle you posted?
08 September 2022, 06:03
kda55Where do you source the dogleg files?