Mr. Ken asked that I post some pictures of his fine engraving work on a down and out Baker and the pictures speak for themselves. Ken's one of the great folks sharing his decades of know-how with us and I'm most appreciative. Sometimes it's a specific tip, like the use of krazy glue to stablize furry checkering or just a word of encouragement. Thanks Ken!...anyway, enjoy.

From Ken's e-mail:
"I liked the idea of showing a rough frame and the stages you go thru to bring it back to a better than factory finish. Originally , I planned only to anneal, draw file and polish the action out to a nice finish . When I got to that point, I said to myself, self, why not cut a few lines and it all went down hill from there. Keep in mind that these pictures are just snap shots , also the detail isn't finished but will be after stockwork is completed. I want to use this piece as an example of what can be done to an action that is mechanically sound but hurting cosmetically. Get um cheap and build yourself a bespoke gun."

Ken is not only an extremely talented engraver, but a fine gentleman as well.