Finally jumped in for a swim. Bought a 1873 receiver with the intent of building a rifle out of it Johnny Cash style.
Going to begin the lessons like i always do ... the hard way. Best way for this hard headed ole fool.
Any tips would be greatly appreciated. I know nothing [ NOTHING] about 1873 rifles. Never owned one ... just read some concerning others joy with them. Don't know what fits what and what don't ... but im bettin it will become clear as i go and get stung a few times.
So the plan is to build a 38 WCF rifle or maybe carbine or maybe short rifle. The short barrel length appeals to me but i also want the rifle forend cap of the rifle, not the barrel band of the saddlering carbine.
So i intend using these replies and other reads i can find as building suggestions as well as down right tips for my peace of mind and to keep my smile plastered on my face.
Thanks in advance for tips and suggestions coming my way. I intend taking a while on this project and do it on the cheap so to speak ... part here and parts there as the pocket book provides.
Let er rip