I don’t think most people realize the superb craftsmanship, patience and attention to detail this man exhibits. This is why AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP was once the pinnacle of excellence
@@simonkearns671 xenophobic? Taking pride in American workmanship and what was once the best in the world is not xenophobic, it’s patriotic. The same patriotic workmanship and work ethic that won WWII. Did I make a disparaging remark about any foreign country? No, therefore it’s not xenophobic
@@yannikoloff7659 not that you would understand this but America is not a race, it’s a country. It’s you libtards who label anyone who disagrees as racist.
Jim Kibler, the man is a master in his craft and does the finishing touches with his t-shirt, hahaha I love this video, another masterpiece, I CANT WAIT to get my first Kibler kit... saving up for it because I'm a blue collar guy and not a lot of extra money these days... Jim Kibler, if you ever read this, Keep up the great work Sir! And thank you for sharing your craft!
I, too, was laughing at the use of the tee shirt! I would love, one of these days, to see how his CNC machines so finally carve those stocks in such detail. After making so very many rifles by hand, I was well aware of the steps to inlet the various parts and pieces - then I got my Woodsrunner kit and was amazed at how accurately Jim's machines did the same job I had done - in a whole lot less time.
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The mark of a true Craftsman........Tongue!!!! Sorry couldn`t help it. Like everyone else, could watch this all day. Can`t wait to get me one too!! Hope i can do half this good!
Gorgeous! I made a Hawken replica (.54 caliber) from a Uberti kit about 40 years ago. Not nearly as pretty as this flintlock, it's percussion ignition, and has fine, but straight-grained, Walnut. The figure on the Maple in this one is beautiful, and watching the video took me back to the painstaking work involved in building my own.
What a beautiful expression of craftsmanship! The artisan knows his craft. Thank you for posting! It was enchanting. I have wanted a rifle just like that since elementary school, but something has always kept me from it.
I am a guitar maker and a gun collector. I think it's time I become a gun maker. The two crafts are very much alike. The marriage of wood and metal holds a special place in my heart. With the current attack on the second amendment the flintlock rifle is about to get a second chance to preserve our rights.
I "AGREE"! I'm a millwright, electrician, carpenter, glazier, teamster, pipefitter, fabricator, Father, I agree! Built my 1st 1858 revolver kit from raw to blued at age 12/13 in 77. Looks Peaceful, fulfilling, Historical, and Profitable?
Great video. Thanks for not putting horrible music behind it. I was surprised to see the use of a standard wedge-tip screwdriver rather than a quality hollow-ground one. I guess quality screws can take it!
All I could think of watching this video was damn I wish I had that much uncluttered space to focus on the rifle. Having put a woodsrunner together in my cluttered workshop I know the blessing of space. This time I mostly found myself building it by hand in the box that it came in. While using my vise as necessary. Next time I build one I am going to empty my work bench. By the way you can build one using the box it came is as your main work space. The box is a great place to keep your parts and the reenforced wood crate give you a good place for you to do a lot of things such as install and trim pins and do your hand sanding. You will need a proper vise with leather or plastic to protect the wood for some things. It is just a lot of work with common hand tools but it is very satisfying. I would recomment the woodsrunner for anyone regardless of the number of power tools you own and your skill level. Just think and go slow. Never forget you can't put material back on the rifle after you have removed it. Kibler has done all the hard work.
I know this is two years ago but you probably won't even read it. When you first put the stain on that wood I almost puked because it was such a beautiful piece of wood and now that you've finished it, it is gorgeous. I would love to be able to afford one of those guns even if I put it together myself but it's all I can do to hold up my Hawken Flintlock. No matter how much I work out and try to build my muscles up to hold it, it just doesn't work. I guess the older you get the harder it is to build your muscles back up. By the way I'm 72 and still shooting black powder, I love it.
That's how you do it ... the right way ! Had a few tokes, stumbled onto your video and thought ... what the heck, I sat back and watched a very skillful Crraftsman. Excellent work !
Wow, just totally mesmerising... The effort, precision and obvious passion was quite enough to keep me enthralled But the outcome!! Oh dear lord, that is incredibly beautiful. Well done, it's amazing, and thanks for posting this :)
I grew up around guns like that watching people build and shoot them. Even back then those custom rifle makers were getting several hundred or even thousands of dollars for a nice rifle. Trust me kit rifles didn’t look nearly as good as this does back in the day. The Lyman’s were pretty nice but for a kit rifle this one definitely has the look.
My uncle use to make these from scratch before he passed away he made many types the coolest where the dueling pistols with interchangeable barrels. He was a quadriplegic to add was so damn talented. Miss him.
Is he applying the stain with sandpaper? Never seen that before, wonder if that helps the stain penetrate the wood more or something. Also what's the purpose of the heat gun? Does that create a deeper color?
Iron nitrate gun stock stain can be applied a variety of ways, but I like to use scotch brite. The heat is needed for a chemical reaction and for the color change.
Gun looks to nice to take out and bang around, and cost to much to buy just to go out and shoot just for the heck of it. Beautiful work and craftsmanship no doubt, would make a great conversation piece and wall hanger.
I have built several rifles and pistols . It’s nice to see the correct way to do things . My guns didn’t turn out too bad considering I have had no formal training, and only pictures to work from. I have hunted with them ,and put many lead balls down range . I hope the kit that I purchased turns out as nice as Mr Kibler’s . I have enjoyed all of the tutorials . There were no you tube videos when I made my last rifle from a big chunk of curly maple that came from a sawmill that was cutting mine Timbers .
I'm trying to figure out which I like best. The building, the workbench, or the gun. If only that building and workbench could talk. Good job on the gun by the way.
What an amazing sight. Just ordered this rifle and cant wait. I did a ton of research and this will replicate an original I own. Wish it were offered in percussion like an original (I believe) rifle you have pictured on your website. When I first saw the photo I actually did a double take as my percussion looks almost exactly the same. I'll be recreating a piece of family history. Thanks for making these and the informative videos.
I love your comment and I believe if you're not a gun guy...that if you bought a less expensive muzzle loader kit...the experience with the wood and steel will take you back in time...and even if you don't shoot it you'll find yourself staring at it on your wall or above your fireplace. That's how I got started over 30 years ago...just sheer admiration
couldn't stop watching even though I had work --as a furniture woodworker I would love to know that technique of heating what may be Danish oil ? before the second coat of -------?
very beautiful work. what material you used for painting the wood and the steel. ? you are an artiste.. good job.. tks for this video. hope you answer my question...
Thank you Toni. Jim used Iron Nitrate and Permalyn Sealer on the stock and a metal patina from Historic Houseparts for the metal parts. You can find the wood finishes on our website at Kiblerslongrifles.com. We also sell Jax Black, which will give you the same look for the metal parts.
I've been thinking of building a flint lock rifle. Ive seen adds in magazines for the kits. Doubt I'll actually get one but might be something to do down the road.
I own a custom made Bedford county rifle but I personally would love to own a rifle with that type of stock. I think that is a lehigh type. Graceful curves.
Do you modify your machines to make the fit so well? I haven't built a kit for quite a while, but when I did there was always so much work on my end to do them. You look like your almost just snapping them together. If that is the case I'd like to order one.
Yes-we have a totally different production method and they are much nicer machines. Check out some recent assembly videos on woodsrunner and you will see
@@kiblerjimHard to believe just ten years ago there would be heirloom kit rifles easier to snap together than the easiest not so realistic kit when I started.
Peter, I’m in the same boat as you my friend, about another month and a half for me. I’m waiting on a SMR in .32 cal. I’m VERY excited about Jim’s new barrels....
We do offer this rifle in a kit for you to put together. You can find information on this Southern Mountain rifle kit, as well as our other two models in our online store at: kiblerslongrifles.com. Thank you for your interest in our company!
I don’t think most people realize the superb craftsmanship, patience and attention to detail this man exhibits. This is why AMERICAN CRAFTSMANSHIP was once the pinnacle of excellence
Every country has craftsmen equally skilful but perhaps in different areas ….let’s not get xenophobic here….😊
@@simonkearns671 xenophobic? Taking pride in American workmanship and what was once the best in the world is not xenophobic, it’s patriotic. The same patriotic workmanship and work ethic that won WWII. Did I make a disparaging remark about any foreign country? No, therefore it’s not xenophobic
Yet he fails to clock screw heads! Yes I know it’s a small detail but it what truly separates excellence from meh another gun!
Racism, at it's best...
@@yannikoloff7659 not that you would understand this but America is not a race, it’s a country. It’s you libtards who label anyone who disagrees as racist.
Jim Kibler, the man is a master in his craft and does the finishing touches with his t-shirt, hahaha I love this video, another masterpiece, I CANT WAIT to get my first Kibler kit... saving up for it because I'm a blue collar guy and not a lot of extra money these days... Jim Kibler, if you ever read this, Keep up the great work Sir! And thank you for sharing your craft!
I, too, was laughing at the use of the tee shirt!
I would love, one of these days, to see how his CNC machines so finally carve those stocks in such detail. After making so very many rifles by hand, I was well aware of the steps to inlet the various parts and pieces - then I got my Woodsrunner kit and was amazed at how accurately Jim's machines did the same job I had done - in a whole lot less time.
Thank you so much! Your kind words and support are greatly appreciated!
Final polish with his t-shirt…..definitely my kind of guy! Awesome job. I think I found my next project after watching this!
When a guy uses his t-shirt ( that he's wearing ) to finish detail his project you know he loves what he does. Excellent craftsmanship.
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The mark of a true Craftsman........Tongue!!!! Sorry couldn`t help it. Like everyone else, could watch this all day. Can`t wait to get me one too!! Hope i can do half this good!
the vibes in this workshop are amazing. the outside occasional noise the lights and woodwork around the place just beautiful
Thank you so much! We like it!
@@kiblerjim HI Jim, how do you cut the lines in the cheek piece? I've your SMR kit coming and I really like that look.
Gorgeous! I made a Hawken replica (.54 caliber) from a Uberti kit about 40 years ago. Not nearly as pretty as this flintlock, it's percussion ignition, and has fine, but straight-grained, Walnut. The figure on the Maple in this one is beautiful, and watching the video took me back to the painstaking work involved in building my own.
What a beautiful expression of craftsmanship! The artisan knows his craft.
Thank you for posting!
It was enchanting. I have wanted a rifle just like that since elementary school, but something has always kept me from it.
👍🏻👍🏻such a beautiful peace of art and craftsmanship 👍🏻👍🏻❤️
a true craftsman. He does a great job and knows exactly what he is doing . Hats off !
Thank you very much!
“That’s neat”? Ha! That’s one of the most elegant firearms I’ve ever laid eyes on!
Thanks!
Yep beautiful
What a beautiful firearm, a true work of art.
thanks!
Amazing craftsmanship, would love to own a piece like that. Thank you for sharing.
thank you for watching.
I could watch this build for hours ... what a gorgeous rifle 😎👍
Thanks!
That's one beautiful boom-stick ! Excellent craftsmanship.
Thank you!
I am a guitar maker and a gun collector. I think it's time I become a gun maker. The two crafts are very much alike. The marriage of wood and metal holds a special place in my heart. With the current attack on the second amendment the flintlock rifle is about to get a second chance to preserve our rights.
I "AGREE"! I'm a millwright, electrician, carpenter, glazier, teamster, pipefitter, fabricator, Father, I agree! Built my 1st 1858 revolver kit from raw to blued at age 12/13 in 77. Looks Peaceful, fulfilling, Historical, and Profitable?
@@davefellhoelter1343 Satisfying.
And they both make music
@@carjensen I don't know which I love more, a great guitar solo or the sound of my .357 revolver breaking the sound barrier.
Great video. Thanks for not putting horrible music behind it. I was surprised to see the use of a standard wedge-tip screwdriver rather than a quality hollow-ground one. I guess quality screws can take it!
Absolutely beautiful . nice job
I see he has mastered the ‘tongue between the teeth’ when concentrating. Great video.
I noticed that. I do that too.
It's a sign of genius
It’s the same face he makes when he plays Nintendo
I noticed straight away too 😂
The mark of a master craftsman! 👍🇺🇸
All I could think of watching this video was damn I wish I had that much uncluttered space to focus on the rifle. Having put a woodsrunner together in my cluttered workshop I know the blessing of space. This time I mostly found myself building it by hand in the box that it came in. While using my vise as necessary. Next time I build one I am going to empty my work bench. By the way you can build one using the box it came is as your main work space. The box is a great place to keep your parts and the reenforced wood crate give you a good place for you to do a lot of things such as install and trim pins and do your hand sanding. You will need a proper vise with leather or plastic to protect the wood for some things. It is just a lot of work with common hand tools but it is very satisfying. I would recomment the woodsrunner for anyone regardless of the number of power tools you own and your skill level. Just think and go slow. Never forget you can't put material back on the rifle after you have removed it. Kibler has done all the hard work.
I know this is two years ago but you probably won't even read it. When you first put the stain on that wood I almost puked because it was such a beautiful piece of wood and now that you've finished it, it is gorgeous. I would love to be able to afford one of those guns even if I put it together myself but it's all I can do to hold up my Hawken Flintlock. No matter how much I work out and try to build my muscles up to hold it, it just doesn't work. I guess the older you get the harder it is to build your muscles back up. By the way I'm 72 and still shooting black powder, I love it.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and that you enjoy shooting black powder! We appreciate your support!
That's how you do it ... the right way !
Had a few tokes, stumbled onto your video and thought ... what the heck, I sat back and watched a very skillful Crraftsman.
Excellent work !
Very few true craftsman left in this country but this is top of the mark! Outstanding work. Thanks for posting
you're correct to a point....check out the national Muzzleloader associations clubs etc....you'll be amazed
thank you very much!
That is a perfection, nothing more...Congratulations!!!!
Wow, just totally mesmerising... The effort, precision and obvious passion was quite enough to keep me enthralled
But the outcome!! Oh dear lord, that is incredibly beautiful. Well done, it's amazing, and thanks for posting this :)
Glad im not the only one who makes funny faces when im concentrated on my work
That " 'don't disturb me, I'm thinking' tongue sticking out" thing is universal- even other apes do it!
Incredible craftsmanship!
Thank you!
I grew up around guns like that watching people build and shoot them. Even back then those custom rifle makers were getting several hundred or even thousands of dollars for a nice rifle. Trust me kit rifles didn’t look nearly as good as this does back in the day. The Lyman’s were pretty nice but for a kit rifle this one definitely has the look.
Thank you!
What a gorgeous piece of art.
Thank you!
its a true pleasure watching you work wish you were my neighbor
Thanks!
"Good enough I guess" understatement of the year ;)
Life Is Good ! Enjoyed this video so much, Absolutely stunning rifle by a skilled hands, Excellent work.
Thanks
Wow - That Gun is beautiful - I want one !!!!
Thank you!
My uncle use to make these from scratch before he passed away he made many types the coolest where the dueling pistols with interchangeable barrels. He was a quadriplegic to add was so damn talented. Miss him.
Did you mean paraplegic? Quadriplegic is paralysis of all for limbs…
Yes I do sir he was very talented his hands where stuck as fists he taped tools in them.
@@emilflognoid1532 no he was a quad he taped tools in his hands he built all kinds of things a 1/4 scale 34 Ford with a real v8 too.
Exceptional workmanship. Nothing fancy just a good clean design built for performance.
I'd love to work there! Or I just love the old brick building as a shop... Beautiful craftsmanship
Is he applying the stain with sandpaper? Never seen that before, wonder if that helps the stain penetrate the wood more or something. Also what's the purpose of the heat gun? Does that create a deeper color?
Iron nitrate gun stock stain can be applied a variety of ways, but I like to use scotch brite. The heat is needed for a chemical reaction and for the color change.
Gun looks to nice to take out and bang around, and cost to much to buy just to go out and shoot just for the heck of it. Beautiful work and craftsmanship no doubt, would make a great conversation piece and wall hanger.
I have built several rifles and pistols . It’s nice to see the correct way to do things . My guns didn’t turn out too bad considering I have had no formal training, and only pictures to work from. I have hunted with them ,and put many lead balls down range . I hope the kit that I purchased turns out as nice as Mr Kibler’s . I have enjoyed all of the tutorials . There were no you tube videos when I made my last rifle from a big chunk of curly maple that came from a sawmill that was cutting mine Timbers .
Simply beautiful
Love the silence. What an amazing product. Can have it done and stained in one day. Sold.
Enjoyed the format of the video. All the steps were shown very well. Amazing what a nice look you can get out of that little kit.
Thanks for wathcing. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it!
Awesome job
Beautiful rifle and workmanship.
Thanks!
Wowza! That rifle is stunning!
Thank you!
Can't wait for mine to arrive
I'm trying to figure out which I like best. The building, the workbench, or the gun. If only that building and workbench could talk. Good job on the gun by the way.
That is my dream flintlock. What a beautiful gun.
thanks!
@@kiblerjim yeah man I love to give compliments when they are deserved. And you have a god given talent my friend. Just amazing.
I admire your work and your workshop... wonderful.. greetings from Austria
Thanks so much!
Those are the sort of dimentions I associate with the classic American Long Rifle! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
What an amazing sight. Just ordered this rifle and cant wait. I did a ton of research and this will replicate an original I own. Wish it were offered in percussion like an original (I believe) rifle you have pictured on your website. When I first saw the photo I actually did a double take as my percussion looks almost exactly the same.
I'll be recreating a piece of family history.
Thanks for making these and the informative videos.
Thank you for your business and support!
Awesome 👏 😎. Nice work Jim!
Thank you!
Wow that's a piece of art my man !!
Thank you very much!
A work of art! Really beautiful.
Beautiful workmanship and attention to detail.
Absolutely beautiful!!
Absolutely amazing. I hope you be proud
Beautiful!
Sir you are not a gunsmith you are a Artist i enjoyed your work
Beautiful, awesome craftsmanship.
Great, no words about!!!👍
Many thanks!
I'm not a gun guy, but this video was awe inspiring! Really enjoyed that. Thankyou
I love your comment and I believe if you're not a gun guy...that if you bought a less expensive muzzle loader kit...the experience with the wood and steel will take you back in time...and even if you don't shoot it you'll find yourself staring at it on your wall or above your fireplace. That's how I got started over 30 years ago...just sheer admiration
Great job Jim, that's a nice looking rifle!
Thanks
couldn't stop watching even though I had work --as a furniture woodworker I would love to know that technique of heating what may be Danish oil ? before the second coat of -------?
That was just beautiful...
Verry nice rifle, Well done.
Thank you!
very beautiful work. what material you used for painting the wood and the steel. ? you are an artiste.. good job.. tks for this video. hope you answer my question...
Thank you Toni. Jim used Iron Nitrate and Permalyn Sealer on the stock and a metal patina from Historic Houseparts for the metal parts. You can find the wood finishes on our website at Kiblerslongrifles.com. We also sell Jax Black, which will give you the same look for the metal parts.
Awesome creation 👍👍👍
There is no mistaking the sound a sharp chisel makes on Maple.
I've been thinking of building a flint lock rifle. Ive seen adds in magazines for the kits. Doubt I'll actually get one but might be something to do down the road.
I think you should
Una obra de arte.
Saludos desde Cantabria. 🇪🇸
En efecto.
I own a custom made Bedford county rifle but I personally would love to own a rifle with that type of stock. I think that is a lehigh type. Graceful curves.
Beautiful work!
Great video! Excellent work on the build. Just curious about getting the barrel out of the stock to clean it after a day at the range.
You won't need to remove the barrel for cleaning. Use a toothpick to plug the touch hole and clean it while in the stock
Thank you!@@kiblerjim
Love these videos
Good grief that is incredible!
Thank you!
I wish I had half your skill. Beautiful flintlock.
Beautiful riffle
Thank you!
I would like to know more about the finishing process (stain, sealer application, etc.)
Do you modify your machines to make the fit so well? I haven't built a kit for quite a while, but when I did there was always so much work on my end to do them. You look like your almost just snapping them together. If that is the case I'd like to order one.
Yes-we have a totally different production method and they are much nicer machines. Check out some recent assembly videos on woodsrunner and you will see
@@kiblerjimHard to believe just ten years ago there would be heirloom kit rifles easier to snap together than the easiest not so realistic kit when I started.
Cant wait to start my rifle. Dont rush getting kit to me. Quality control is best i can wait.
Peter, I’m in the same boat as you my friend, about another month and a half for me. I’m waiting on a SMR in .32 cal.
I’m VERY excited about Jim’s new barrels....
Pure artist.
Thank you very much!
That is nothing but exquisite!
Excellent work. Wanted to see it fire
There is another longer version of the video that TH-cam restricted that shows shooting
A work of art!
Thanks!
Uses a fine set of tools throughout the build and then uses his shirt for that final buff just to give it the personal touch :-)
Wow! I really like your work. Is there a model you get to put it together?. Please let me know, because I’m interested in this.
We do offer this rifle in a kit for you to put together. You can find information on this Southern Mountain rifle kit, as well as our other two models in our online store at: kiblerslongrifles.com. Thank you for your interest in our company!
That is beautiful. Resl work of art!!
Great job
Excellent video. Why didn't you take the initial burrs off of the various parts before fitting and then a deburring?
'Cause each one is subject to the vagaries of the wood and metal . That's what makes each one unique.
If there needs to be a draft filed, I do that before fitting. There aren't really any burrs in this kit.
A nice patchbox would look awesome on that rifle.
Amazing work... 👍
Outstanding.
Just the project to get through another pandemic or winter shut in!
enjoy!
Hermosa escopeta como para ir de caza excelente 🤗👍🇨🇴🇨🇴
i love this rifle very nice worked beautiful
Beautiful wood.
What a wonderful job on our gun! Question how did you darken the pins
Wow ... but WOW !!!
Loved it!!
Thanks