8 Bore Jones Underlever

[StolzerandSons]

I started a new build this week. I won't be doing a fully detailed build documentation of this one because it will basically be just like the other Jones Underlevers I've built. I will post updates though as the build progresses.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSPBuVOXG8k

Link to the blog:
http://stolzergunsmithing.wordpress.com/2013/10/27/8-bore-jones-underlever-black-powder-cartridge-rifle-part-1/
or
http://stolzergunsmithing.wordpress.com/

Enjoy,

Colin

[montana_charlie]

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[StolzerandSons]

I know it has been many months since I have update this build or my blog at all for that matter. I’ve had a few set backs with this project and ended up missing the delivery deadline. First real set-back was when my milling machine broke the main drive gear in the geared head unit. In any case the video below is the current state of the 8 Bore, basically all of the metal work is complete and it is ready to be inlet into wood. Since I missed the delivery deadline on this project and this was being built on a trade deal I had worked out, I simply returned the Trade rifle to the customer with compensation for delivery of his rifle to me and for the small amout of shooting I did with it while it was in my possession. Unfortunately that leaves this 8 Bore as a speculation build in my shop, so I’m going to set it on a back burner and work on it as time permits. I’ll be moving on to the next paying project shortly.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qbTYvBeDp8

Link to the blog:
http://stolzergunsmithing.wordpress.com/2014/02/04/8-bore-jones-underlever-black-powder-cartridge-rifle-part-2/
or
http://stolzergunsmithing.wordpress.com/

Enjoy,

Colin

[smkummer]

I am guessing even if the chamber was modified to chamber 8 gauge industrial shells (3 oz zink slug/disks), they may be too much for the action? Nice work and it appears the 8 gauge would be more practical than some of your other projects.

[StolzerandSons]

Are you implying that a 2 Bore is impractical. :)

Why would you want it chambered for the 8 gauge industrial shell? This is a fully rifled barrel in slow twist for cast lead round ball and black powder loads...it's an ideal elephant rifle, classic styling in a classic caliber.

Colin

[MBTcustom]

Allow me to vigorously slam both fists down on this thread with two thumbs way up!

[SharpsShooter]

........finally......something for those pesky chipmunks!


SS

[waksupi]

Allow me to vigorously slam both fists down on this thread with two thumbs way up!

Double ditto!

[swheeler]

Two thumbs and two big toes up!

[Wayne Smith]

Anxiously awaiting the rest. Couldn't afford it, but love the idea.