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18 April 2013, 20:02

Austin Hunter

Ok - calling all Custom Built Ugly Rifles

Man, I just had to post this link. I don't know if I like the epoxy on the rear scope ring or the stag horn grip cap the best. The silver dollar in the butt of the stock is also pretty cool. Maybe someone could stick a Zimbabwe bill or coin on their next big bore

http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=337156181

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18 April 2013, 21:11

fla3006

"This is a beautifully built Mauser in exceptional condition." And only $550!

Another beauty: CustomMauser

18 April 2013, 22:48

ZekeShikar

Pretty fancy!
Both rifle might appeal to someone.... but....
Zeke

19 April 2013, 01:46

MJines

quote:
Originally posted by fla3006:
"This is a beautifully built Mauser in exceptional condition." And only $550!

Another beauty: CustomMauser

Pity that craftsmanship like that is becoming a lost art today. I hope that fellow Wiebe takes some notes on what good stock design and workmanship is really like.

19 April 2013, 01:47

Jim Kobe

I think the "Iron-Sighters" see through scope mounts lend a sexiness to it

19 April 2013, 02:50

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19 April 2013, 06:06

Austin Hunter

Maybe AR should have an annual "UGLY RIFLE" build that is auctioned off for charity. It has to be 100% functional and 100% safe, but more on the side of "pimp rifle" versus "ugly rifle"

19 April 2013, 06:46

Sevens

How much is a silver dollar worth?

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19 April 2013, 10:59

A7Dave

Yah, that scope mount with the custom mod on the rear ring is sweet. A set of Ken Farrell rings and bases don't hold a candle to it.

19 April 2013, 11:43

BaxterB

Wait...I was looking for the tuning pegs and bridge on that violin and realized it was a Mauser..Stradivarius eat your heart out...

19 April 2013, 18:48

Wendell Reich

quote:
Originally posted by fla3006:
"This is a beautifully built Mauser in exceptional condition." And only $550!

Another beauty: CustomMauser

Is it just me or do you think the owner of this rifle wears roach killer boots with silver tips?

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19 April 2013, 20:04

Biebs

Where's Larry (ELK88101)? The only thing it's missing is some ivory inlays and a pair of fuzzy dice.

19 April 2013, 20:27

PD999

Lovely, really lovely

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19 April 2013, 20:53

gnoahhh

No accounting for taste, I suppose!

On the other hand, when I was 15 years old 45 years ago and clutching my first Mauser, I just had to 'sporterize' it. Several weeks after being turned loose in my Dad's workshop, what emerged would've made these two look wonderful. I cringe every time an "ugly rifle" thread starts, hoping someone hasn't found mine sitting in a pawn shop somewhere and posted a pic of it. (And yes, I have 'wised up' and put out tasteful work now!)

19 April 2013, 21:11

Evan K.

quote:
Originally posted by gnoahhh:
On the other hand, when I was 15 years old 45 years ago and clutching my first Mauser, I just had to 'sporterize' it. Several weeks after being turned loose in my Dad's workshop, what emerged would've made these two look wonderful. I cringe every time an "ugly rifle" thread starts, hoping someone hasn't found mine sitting in a pawn shop somewhere and posted a pic of it. (And yes, I have 'wised up' and put out tasteful work now!)

Yup, you couldn't pay me to show pics of my first custom stock.

I'm glad I wasn't around when the super-flared grips and Monte Carlo cheekpieces were in style.

19 April 2013, 22:50

mori shultz

The "custom mauser" is wearing a Anthony Guyman (sp)stock from the early 60s. They were made in Washington state and were considered pretty hot stuff at the time. Mori

19 April 2013, 23:05

DuaneinND

People cringe now, but way back in the 20th century both were very much in style. Ruger was criticized for their American classic design on the M77, who in their right mind would want a rifle without a ski slope pistol grip, white line spacers, and a rollover cheek piece. I hate to say it, but what goes around comes around and fifty years from now the comment will be "who was the idiot that wanted a rifle with a wood stock"?

19 April 2013, 23:09

ZekeShikar

My first "custom" was inletted with a chain saw and had a strong "California" appearance but it shot well. (circa 1972)
I'm a hack by most high standards around here but at least now I try to follow more classic lines.
I suppose I prefer subtle elegance over flash at this point in my life.
Zeke

20 April 2013, 01:17

pennfly

I've always thought the Holden Iron Sighter scope rings with the Millett open sights on top of the rings would be the cats meow. That way if you somehow damaged your scope you could use your guns iron sights and then if...well I think you get the picture.

20 April 2013, 04:09

Austin Hunter

All I have to do is open my Mauser book and look at all the pre-war Mausers to know beautiful.

I never liked Monte Carlo stocks, the white spacers, or the vented recoil pads - even in the 70's when my dad and his friends had all of this stuff.

20 April 2013, 04:37

RaySendero

quote:
Originally posted by Austin Hunter:
Man, I just had to post this link. I don't know if I like the epoxy on the rear scope ring or the stag horn grip cap the best. The silver dollar in the butt of the stock is also pretty cool. Maybe someone could stick a Zimbabwe bill or coin on their next big bore

http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=337156181

LOL - 3 hours left and ZERO bids

20 April 2013, 05:31

Bren7X64

C'mon guys. Those rings are a real solution to a problem.

They allow you to see under the scope to aim if the scope fogs up
they allow you use the original Mauser flag safety just as Peter Paul Mauser designed it

I do like the staghorn, it matches my knife handle ......

(And in case anyone wonders, I personally think it's fugly)

20 April 2013, 05:43

Austin Hunter

My idea of an ugly gun is a functional gun that has been worn and weathered over time, but still functions flawlessly.

I remember an article a few years ago about an Alaska trapper that lived in the middle of nowhere. He had a 358 Norma Mag in a model 70 I believe. He called it "Bonecrusher". All of the bluing was gone and the stock was beat to hell. But it was a real rifle, setup correctly, that happened to just be really used and worn. I had a guide one time with 25-06 in similar condition. It shot .25" groups.

20 April 2013, 10:48

kaboom

I think that secound rifle must have belonged to an Elvis impersonator, it would have matched his suit.

20 April 2013, 20:22

Dennis Earl Smith

Hey you guys!! That is the same style as Fajen's Aristocrat stock. As the Custom Shop Supervisor, we made a ton of those in semi-inetted blanks for others to make "custom" stocks on. The pattern was so well used by the carvers it was refurbished with Bondo every year. Heck, I even have one hanging in my shop just in case someone asks for that pattern to be made...yes, I have been asked to build one that way in the past year.

20 April 2013, 20:45

ELeeton

Why did you have to post a second link? Now I cannot decide which one I want.

21 April 2013, 02:19

JBrown

quote:
Originally posted by RaySendero:
quote:
Originally posted by Austin Hunter:
Man, I just had to post this link. I don't know if I like the epoxy on the rear scope ring or the stag horn grip cap the best. The silver dollar in the butt of the stock is also pretty cool. Maybe someone could stick a Zimbabwe bill or coin on their next big bore

http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=337156181

LOL - 3 hours left and ZERO bids

Only because he won't sell to California.... Every time my dream rifle comes along something stands in the way!

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21 April 2013, 21:37

FAST996

The owner has lowered the price,maybe it will go below 400. Every pig can be made into bacon and a new dress can do wonders for a ugly girl.

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23 April 2013, 03:01

AfricanHunter

quote:
Originally posted by mori shultz:
The "custom mauser" is wearing a Anthony Guyman (sp)stock from the early 60s. They were made in Washington state and were considered pretty hot stuff at the time. Mori

Anthony Guyman sure came to mind when I first saw it. However, the young people wouldn't have a clue about a Guyman or a Fajen Aristocrat

25 April 2013, 04:47

custombolt

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Austin Hunter:
Man, I just had to post this link. I don't know if I like the epoxy on the rear scope ring or the stag horn grip cap the best. {quote} ooooo....That must be the latest thing in accuracy....bedded rings. Thanks for the humor. CB

25 April 2013, 04:58

custombolt

Check his other auction out. It has a very light trigger pull of 4 pounds and well...check out the dandy bolt handle. But, if it made him happy then good for him. http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=338211019

26 April 2013, 01:26

ZekeShikar

That bolt handle is "all the rage" with the para military crowd nowadays!
Zeke

26 April 2013, 04:55

kaboom

Here's one for you M70 collectors
http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=338534771

26 April 2013, 06:17

talentrec

I wonder if the cattail design is to camouflage the stock when you're hunting ducks?

26 April 2013, 08:11

npd345

That silver dollar triples the value of the rest of the gun!

26 April 2013, 17:58

MJines

quote:
Originally posted by kaboom:
Here's one for you M70 collectors
http://www.gunbroker.com/Aucti....aspx?Item=338534771

Always nice to see the young gunsmiths out there practicing on their drilling and tapping too.

26 April 2013, 23:57

ZekeShikar

I've always been partial to Russian Olive and Cattail relief stock carving. It really adds a custom touch. No wonder they want $750.
Zeke

28 April 2013, 22:28

SaxonPig

Somebody loved it.

Usually such rifles are built by folks on a budget who can't afford fancy wood and real custom gunsmithing. When I was young and destitute I had a couple of rifles pass through my hands that were not much different from the one pictured. While I would not choose to own this rifle today I will refrain from ridiculing it out of respect for the man who built it. I suspect he was doing what he could with what he had.

01 May 2013, 03:02

custombolt

quote:
Originally posted by SaxonPig:
Somebody loved it.

Usually such rifles are built by folks on a budget who can't afford fancy wood and real custom gunsmithing. When I was young and destitute I had a couple of rifles pass through my hands that were not much different from the one pictured. While I would not choose to own this rifle today I will refrain from ridiculing it out of respect for the man who built it. I suspect he was doing what he could with what he had.

I agree with you to a point. The OP made fun of someone that called a budget gun a fine custom. He's not ridiculing the gun or the builder, but the seller's description.