It's a start

[Nobade]

In the spirit of the thread about converting a Lyman rifle to use a Chambers lock, I started something similar. After hearing about Kibler's new locks, I ordered one of the Siler looking ones. Supposed to be a month out, we'll see. I'm hoping I can use it on my old Dixie squirrel rifle, but if that doesn't work out I'll have a good start on a new custom longrifle build. Can't lose either way!

[indian joe]

In the spirit of the thread about converting a Lyman rifle to use a Chambers lock, I started something similar. After hearing about Kibler's new locks, I ordered one of the Siler looking ones. Supposed to be a month out, we'll see. I'm hoping I can use it on my old Dixie squirrel rifle, but if that doesn't work out I'll have a good start on a new custom longrifle build. Can't lose either way!

way to go!!
I have a "Buchelle" lock (I bought cheap off a guy that was learning the hard way how to build a flinter) its well made and a good sparker - wondering if any of you guys know the maker ?

[waksupi]

I used a Kibler on my last build. They have a huge pan on them. After some experimenting I found putting your prime close to the vent about 1/3 the width of the pan will prevent hang fires, which you certainly get if you fill the bottom of the pan. So far it has been trouble free and reliable.

[Nobade]

That's good to hear! Thanks. Just waiting patiently for it to show up...

[Nobade]

The new lock came in, no way it's going to work in the Dixie rifle so I have the beginnings of a new build. Now to keep saving for parts...
One interesting thing, there's no fly on the tumbler so it seems the new rifle won't be using set triggers.

[StrawHat]

way to go!!
I have a "Buchelle" lock (I bought cheap off a guy that was learning the hard way how to build a flinter) its well made and a good sparker - wondering if any of you guys know the maker ?

If you are referencing William Buchelle, he was a rifle maker in the last 1/4 pr the last century. I am not aware of him selling locks.

Kevin

[indian joe]

If you are referencing William Buchelle, he was a rifle maker in the last 1/4 pr the last century. I am not aware of him selling locks.

Kevin

Kevin
just thought you might be interested - or have some further info
The name is spelled with one L not two as I wrote before ----Buchele----
There is a number 39 stamped on the lockplate inside
Its a decent lock, the frizzen has nice action with a roller - fly in the tumbler - no stirrup on the mainspring like you would see in a manton or durs egg (that smooths and speeds the action on those locks some more I think)
The lock plate, frizzen and hammer all nicely colour case hardened - its not a cheap thing and it works nice .
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The that washer thing on the frizzen pivot screw I added - if we shoot in competitions here a flash guard is mandatory