A Martini Sporting Rifle

Thanks for taking the time to post your work, very interesting!
 
I am about ready to call this one done although with the fiddle back and grain endings it took 27 coats of oil for it to stop sucking in and seal the surface.



 

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Thanks for the finished photos, it's just stunning.
 
Sir you do amazing work. A true craftsman is something to behold.
 
Beautiful job! Making that action look good is a testament to your skills.:rolleyes::D
 
That is very nice work. I'm very impressed how you gave that old Rifle new life.
 

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