Got It!!!

[pipascus]

Well I visited Jim Chambers on Monday to try out some rifles and, after looking at several, decided on the Virginia. I got to see some originals and hold a 1750s pistol too (WOW!!!).

They had everything but the barrel but, as luck would have it, Mr. Rice arrived just as I was about to go with a .58 caliber barrel for my rifle and Barbie cut the dovetails right there. I got to talk to them for a bit and learned some good tips before heading out. Left with my kit and a big smile.

Anyone thinking of dealing with Chambers Flintlocks: they are as nice, helpful, and patient as you can imagine! They have a great setup and their stuff is all top notch. I can’t wait to finish the kit and send them huge projectiles down range!!!

I’m almost done building the rifle worktable (thanks for the info. Goldhunter!).

 

[gmww]

Please take lots of photos as you go along for those of us who haven't taken the big plunge! :hatsoff:

 

[pipascus]

Will do! I filmed Barbie Chambers milling the dovetail on the barrel already!

 

[Ridge]

Do all the Chambers kits have the dovetails cut?

 

[TN.Frank]

Do all the Chambers kits have the dovetails cut?

Good question, since that's one of the hardest parts for me. :hmm:

 

[AZ-Robert]

Please take lots of photos as you go along for those of us who haven't taken the big plunge! :hatsoff:

How about some "before" photos to show us what the kit looks like?

 

[pipascus]

The dovetails are an option. I had them do it and was fortunate enough to see it being done. I plan on some before, during, and after photos!


Just gotta figure out how to post the photos!!!

 

[gmww]

Use[url] photobucket.com[/url] for posting or[url] Hunt101.com[/url]. The first is more forgiving in downloading though IMHO. :hatsoff: