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My step-father got a new rifle. He was keeping it in the cardboard shipping box. So, of course, I had to make him something better. He picked out the hardware and the felt for the lining. (Yes, the felt is supposed to look almost faded in spots.) Used baltic birch ply for the panels. Had some nice curly maple pieces that I used for edging the ply. Hopefully, this will hold up on hunting trips alright. I used a blue resin for the elk inlay. That was a surprise for him. That way he’ll always be sure and ‘bring one back.’
-- Karen - a little bit of stupid goes a long way
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MonteCristo
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#1 posted 263 days ago
Wow ! That’s a nice case. Don’t get mad when he puts a scratch on it !
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Diggerjacks
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#2 posted 263 days ago
Hello
I’m not a partisan of arms but your case is very nice
A very nice gift
Thanks for sharing
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HillbillyShooter
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#3 posted 263 days ago
Very nice, and I am affectionado of firearms.
-- John C. -- "Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth." George Washington
Cozmo35
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#4 posted 263 days ago
As a woodworker I admire this and the work that went into it. It is a beautiful piece!!.....
As a hunter, I WANT IT!!!
-- If you don't work, you don't eat!.....Garland, TX
jaykaypur
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#5 posted 262 days ago
Beautiful gun case. You did a heck of a job on this.
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#6 posted 262 days ago
Wow this case is really amazing Karen,great job.
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bhack
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#7 posted 262 days ago
Really nice! Wonderful craftsmanship. Great design. With your permission I want to incorporate some design elements for the four (4) firearms I own.
Again great project.
-- Bill - If I knew GRANDKIDS were so much fun I would have had them first.
JJohnston
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#8 posted 262 days ago
What rifle is it for? It looks like a breakdown model.
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Knothead62
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#9 posted 262 days ago
Nice!!! How did you do the recessed places and the lining? I’ve been thinking of making a similar case for my trap/skeet gun.
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#10 posted 261 days ago
Gorgeous rifle box, Karen. Which was more work – planning it or building it? I’m sure I already know which was more fun! It looks like a great plan wonderfully executed. I’m sure your step-father is very happy and proud.
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janice
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#11 posted 261 days ago
Beautiful work!
-- Janice
KayBee
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#12 posted 261 days ago
Thanks everyone for the kind words. The resin inlay was new to me, so learning something new was fun. Kind of nerve racking but fun.
Bhack, please do copy away! It would be nice if you posted your project when you’re done.
JJ, it does break apart, but I don’t remember which brand.
Knothead Basically use two layers of foam. Top layer, cut out the outline of the gun. Glue on the felt- make cuts in the felt over the holes, wrap down over the edges. Glue felt to the bottom layer, no cutting. Glue layers together. Hope this gives you a pretty good idea. Not really hard, just messy working with spray glue.
-- Karen - a little bit of stupid goes a long way
mafe
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#13 posted 256 days ago
Beautiful work Karen, I love the details you put on it.
Your stephdad must have been a big smile.
Best thoughts,
Mads
-- Mad F, the fanatical rhykenologist and vintage architect. Democraticwoodworking.
Gshepherd
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#14 posted 250 days ago
Very nice Gun case…..... Love the Elk you added and I bet it was a great surprise….....
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