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Project finished;325 WSM

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14 July 2006, 20:57
Jim Kobe
Project finished;325 WSM
Here are a few pictures of the 325 WSM just finished. MRC action, Luxis walnut stock, Shilen barrel:












Jim Kobe
10841 Oxborough Ave So
Bloomington MN 55437
952.884.6031
Professional member American Custom Gunmakers Guild

14 July 2006, 21:00
Glen71
Very nice job! thumb
14 July 2006, 21:37
drm-hp
I enjoy seeing wavvie lines and nice chekering. Thanks for showing it to us.
Doug
14 July 2006, 21:37
Thaine
Ditto what Glen71 said. Keep showing us those shameless plugs Big Grin I for one really enjoy seeing how someone does something and the finished results of talented labor/artistry. I like the islands for the sling swivels. Have seen it before, but these pictures really show how nice they can be.


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14 July 2006, 21:38
ramrod340
I only see one thing wrong with it.

It isn't in my safe.


As usual just my $.02
Paul K
14 July 2006, 22:12
Wayne Elmer
Beautiful craftsmanship, Mr. Kobe. We are going to have to talk sometime.

Regards, Wayne E.
14 July 2006, 22:37
Fjold
Elegant


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15 July 2006, 07:35
vapodog
absolutely beautiful....something for every custom maker to model.


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15 July 2006, 07:55
Customstox
Jim, great job as usual. The owner will be justifiably proud.


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15 July 2006, 08:28
browningguy
Excellent work, only wish I could afford one.


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15 July 2006, 09:04
bowhuntrrl
That's one beautiful rifle. Very tasteful and sexy !!!


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15 July 2006, 12:33
thismortalcoil
I'd shoot that and be very happy!
15 July 2006, 18:41
30 Caliber Mag Fan
Beautiful!!!

Jim, thanks for sharing.


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P. Mark Stark
15 July 2006, 22:54
cmfic1
I'm in love again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I dont want to sound ignorant, but was that you Jim, that did the stock? Its wonderful!


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15 July 2006, 23:04
RMiller
Thanks for sharing.


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15 July 2006, 23:19
577NitroExpress
I love the look of the grain flow through the wrist!

Awesome...


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15 July 2006, 23:37
El Deguello
Extremely nice - outstanding, even!


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16 July 2006, 00:02
MikeyB
Immaculate. It looks simply fantastic, so much character and soul in the wood. Coupled with the .325 WSM, it would make an excellent rifle for all North American big game. An excellent fusion of form and function.


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16 July 2006, 00:16
MKane160
Jim, did you have to do much work on the MRC action or was it pretty "right" from the factory? (Lug contact, square face,etc., etc.) My gunsmith was not too impressed with the first MRC he worked on, but liked mine quite a bit. Was this a recent MRC action or one of the first produced?

Very nice rifle, BTW...

MKane160


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16 July 2006, 04:25
Jim Kobe
It was one of the earilier ones and I made sure it fed correctly.

And.. to the guy that asked, yes, I did all the work except the action and barrel, however I did fit them together.

Thanks for the accolades.

Jim


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952.884.6031
Professional member American Custom Gunmakers Guild

16 July 2006, 05:31
Rusty
A beauty, sir! Congratulations!


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16 July 2006, 05:43
22WRF
The question is, How does it shoot?
16 July 2006, 05:53
yeti
Beautiful work. Another nice touch is the point on the fore end tip. Thanks for posting it.
16 July 2006, 06:24
1 Shot Hunter
quote:
The question is, How does it shoot?

"Plenty fine enough!" would be my guess! cheers

Fine job, Mr. Kobe.
16 July 2006, 07:19
WoodsyAl
Can you imagine how thrilled I am that Mr. Kobe is building a 257 Roberts for me?!


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16 July 2006, 09:42
dempsey
It's a wonderfull rifle, the owner will be thrilled.


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16 July 2006, 10:55
Tiny
Very Very Nice Cool Hope it shoots as good as it looks.


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16 July 2006, 21:22
gunmaker
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Nice work!
Just goes to show, you don't need a $3000 blank to build a very nice rifle. Great layout, like this blank is worth more to me than the the highest $ blank with poor grain flow.

Nice rifle! Hope the owner uses it. Not just for petting.

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16 July 2006, 22:24
333_OKH
I also love the wood. I appreciate the figure in the grain more than contrast in the color of the wood personally. It is why I selected the blank I have for my custom.

Nice job too Jim.
17 July 2006, 03:00
Hengl
Jim,
Truly the finest work! I have always enjoyed your attention to the fine details and your craftsmanship.
RC


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17 July 2006, 05:33
jjmp
jim, you are truely a MASTER..... of your trade and from what i hear a fantastic person BRAVO too you!!!!! we need many more men like you my friend,regards..jjmp clap
18 July 2006, 18:48
Redtailed Hawk
Jim,

Your craftmanship on the 325 WSM demonstrates the continuing excellence and quality you put into each project. I consider myself fortunate to own two rifles that you built for me. They are exquisite and functional, and will help create lasting memories in the field.

Marty
19 July 2006, 00:19
Rich Elliott
That should be the centerfold for the next edition of RIFLE. thumb
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19 July 2006, 07:05
ole_270
Where can I get one of those 40% off coupons
(bottom picture)? Would be serious coin on one of these rifles.