Good checkering machines are hard to find these days and i have had a machine on order for a few years. We can rechecker worn checkering while still maintaining originality. Its simple to apply, and you should do it in a well ventilated area. I admit to having recut worn checkering on my bench top without a cradle.
Care is taken so that the checkering blends with the gunstock, while. Gun checkering ithica deerslayer fixing worn checkering. We believe that you are the weapon, and your firearm is just your tool. Your email address will never be sold or distributed to a third party for any reason. The other purpose is purely functional adding texture to the stock to provide a noslip grip area for the shooter. The gun companies might offer better stocks if buyers demanded them, but most buyers have never held a really wellfitting rifle, so they have no idea what they are missing. If your going to do new checkering then its good to start out with a flat block and simple patterns then go to some inexpensive 22 stocks to begin with. You have only to use it for a few minutes to convince yourself that we really have made it possible to do a professional job of checkering more easily and faster than with other products. Gun stock checkering tools archives kv woodcarving supplies.
The gun was unbelievably accurate and bynam took out multiple redcoats at 300 yards. One purpose is purely aesthetic, adding a touch of flair and decoration to the stock and showing off the stockmakers skills. I like the stick on decals brownells sells for new checkering. I rigged a vise on my wood lathe to clamp the but stock to the head stock and a piece of pipe dummy barrel went in the tail stock. That being said, having this book to supplement your learning is better than trying to go alone on the scant information online. The final touch a complete course in gunstock checkering joel schafer on. Rifles sportsmans legacy, fine firearms, related books and. In the rifle book 3rd edition, 1978, page 190, oconnor penned.
I may have a couple of old patterns from brownells years ago, and ill hunt them up if your interested in them. Nov 16, 2012 fixing some worn checkering on a ithica deerslayer shotgun. A rifle s original finish can become compromised from wear, weather, accident or abuse. I dont have a checkering machine and i cut my checkering with hand tools. Originally published in 1952, the checkering and carving of gunstocks book. For more information, please go to the checkering book page. The rifle is a book about a handbuilt, sweet rifle made by mcmanus and sold to a man named bynam. My new booklet, photography basics for gunmakers, engravers, and collectors, is now available from amazon. Fitting did you need help fitting your gun stock to your firearm. Checkering a gun stock is a way to add a little unique twist to your favorite rifle or gun.
And sometimes, on twopiece stocks it is impossible to reach the checkering at. Perfect diamonds, straight lines, clean borders without over runs, elegant fleurdelis, graceful ribbons and intricate skipline patterns stand in stark contrast to rough production checkering and impressed patterns. If you like to shoot, work on guns as a business or hobby, or just own a gun, this is the place for you. Here at, we are committed to protecting your privacy. Monte kennedys book checkering and carving of gunstocks. These artists borrow techniques from firearms beautification and apply them to hand tools checkering a gunstock.
Everything about the setup is great, except that the stock is too smooth. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. The pictures above are of a stock i have currently in process. Gun digest book of shotguns assemblydisassembly, 4th ed. Talon grips gun grips for pistols, shotguns, and rifles. Checkering is the process of cutting a series of evenly spaced lines that intersect at a set angle. The depening of the lines results in a series of fully pointed diamonds, which add the finishing touch to any stock.
The checkering and carving of gunstocks monty kennedy. All wood engraving is cut using hand forged steel chisels. Please call to discuss these and other options for your truly custom stock. Chekster chsu20 gun stock checkering tool replacement cutter double edge. For over 75 years, shooting sports enthusiasts have turned to. Normally all best guns stocks have angular pattern checkering. Apr 29, 2011 the gun companies might offer better stocks if buyers demanded them, but most buyers have never held a really wellfitting rifle, so they have no idea what they are missing. Checkering boses guns gun repair, restoration, and gunsmithing. Learning to checker part 1 top rated supplier of firearm. The spacing of the lines determines how fine the checkering is. Aug 01, 2016 the pictures above are of a stock i have currently in process. Care is taken so that the checkering blends with the gunstock, while allowing the owner a personal statement in its design. The material from the contributing writers is woulderful. If you just need to do a touch up of two, consider the walnut stain pen to make a few simple fixes.
This type of checkering is usually seen on the better grade of stocks. How to refinish a rifle stock with boiled linseed oil gone. From the amount of traffic that there has been, search terms used and requests for my checkering cradle i decided a more detailed post was in order. The checkering diamonds are cut straight and clean for a smooth finish. Just push the cutter along and feel the clean, easy manner in. Hi, ive got a rifle with one of those bell and carson composite stocks. A company called cerus riflestocks makes very unique boltaction rifle stocks. So i did a search and found this thread if recutting is the same price as starting over, i think ill just stick with what i have, i would imagine winchesters goofy pattern would be pretty expensive. Out of stock, backorder available out of stock, backorder available. One of the most accurate rifles i have ever owned was an 8 14pound. Linseed oil is sold raw in its pure form, and its added to oilbased paints. All are great or at least useful but the monte kenneday book is the best. Watch along as larry potterfield, founder and ceo of midwayusa, shows how to incorporate all three as he checkers a.
A popular method for refinishing a rifle stock is by handrubbing it with boiled linseed oil. And sometimes, on twopiece stocks it is impossible to reach the checkering at the front of the buttstock while it is still in the cradle. The company is mostly specialized in competition rifle fclass stock making. My book, the final touch, a complete course in gunstock checkering, has proven to be a success, and is now in its second printing. The example on the left shows an antique british single shot rifle with typical flattop checkering the borders run exactly parallel with the lines of the checkering making it an angular pattern. Some guns have a checkering style of their own such as the flat top diamonds on lc smith shotgun checkering. A good visortype magnifier in your choice of working length. Save gunstock checkering tools to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. A rifles original finish can become compromised from wear, weather, accident or abuse. Its a very affordable product and one of the best gun stock finishing kits in my book. Checkering is available in 16, 18, 20 and 22 lines per inch.
For more information on the subject of checkering, there is a good book by monty kennedy simply called checkering. Checkering tools the dembart checkering tool is a completely new tool engineered to satisfy the most exacting demands of precision craftsmen. Ive the kenneday book and the carmichael book as well as several others such as the home gunsmithing digest by tommy bish and professional stockmaking by david westbrook. Video 1 of wood stripping in this tutorial series i will show you how to take a rifle stock and refinish it. Fundamentals of gunstock checkering mcguire, bill on. Carving a gun stock can make your guns look unique and one of a kind. I just got a winchester select sporting and the checkering seems pretty dull, and not as sharp to the touch as id like it to be. Gun stock checkering tool kit master set 18 lpi, nice. I saw in the natchez shooters supply catalog a neoprene thing. Knop hameln percussion german target or hunting rifle, 52 cal.
Diy hand checkering rifle stock air rifle sa forums. Youre sure to find the best carving pattern here for your next project. Gun grips are slippery making it hard to get a secure hold. The beauty of precise handcrafted checkering is sadly a feature not found on todays mass produced firearms. How to create a custom checkered gun stock wonderhowto. The patterns in this book are designed for rifle stocks, but are just as.
Video taken with a sony hdr dude, check out checkering my grandpa just gave his dads checkering tools to my dad, for. Gunsmithing how to checker a gunstock presented by larry. The final touch a complete course in gunstock checkering joel schafer, joel schafer on. This book is definitely a good reference to have, though without watching some of the few youtube offerings on checkering, it would have been a bit hard to follow for someone brand new at checkering. Id also recommend dembarts fundamentals of checkering and monte kennedys book on checkering and stock carving. With extensive use, the checkering on an old gun might be completely worn smooth. Oct 10, 20 checkering takes time, patience and skill. All standard checkering patterns are available for any model unless model is rare and unusual. The quality of a fine rifle or shotgun is often judged by the checkering. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, toprated items, promotions and more. Please click on the checkering tab to the left to see examples. Books archives kv woodcarving supplieskv woodcarving supplies. I worked as a production checkerer there for eight years and eventually became their head checkerer before venturing out on my own.
Joel schafer stockmaker joel schafer custom stockmaker. I used a clamp arrangement on the lathe shaft as a brake. In addition to the functional aspect of providing a firm nonslip grip of the stock, custom checkering adds to the appearance and value. It is not an exceptionally hard technique to master, and you only need a few basic tools to do it. Prices will be quoted on a per job basis for now, with packages available soon. This includes full sized patterns and how to learn. We make a stick on grip that improves performance, safety, and confidence so you can maintain control. Checkering and carving of gunstocks down east books. How to rebore a rifle barrel presented by larry potterfield of. I began my career at kimber of oregon in our small town of colton oregon back in the 1980s. Checkering can be enhanced to fine 26 or 28 lines per inch, by the addition of wrap around designs, fleurdelis, ribbons and borders.
Bynam was an excellent marksman and joined the continental army with the rifle. This tutorial from midway usa shows you how to create a custom checkered gunstock for any wooden stock. Watch along as larry potterfield, founder and ceo of midwayusa, shows how to incorporate all three as he checkers a custom remington 700 stock. Fixing some worn checkering on a ithica deerslayer shotgun. Talon grips ensures that your tool performs as well as you.
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