I've got a Kibler SMR coming my way. .32 caliber, maple stock. Really looking forward to assembling it. I've built many kits but never one as nice as a Kibler. I plan to also build a toe plate and maybe even a patch box at some point. Yours looks excellent, great work !
Saw your earlier video on this fine rifle, and my only criticism was "no closeups" of the details. I saw in the comments to check this video. Don't be shy about getting off the tripod and adding some closeups of your added details. Just a couple shots after your sign-off and before credits would help do your fine rifle proud.
Beautiful work. I’m almost finished with my 36 cal i started from a blank and modeled somewhat after kibler’s SMR. I too carry some of my finer guns on woods walks often, simply for the joy of carrying. Great video!
Thanks John. In my opinion all guns are made to be shot, carried and hunted with, no matter how plain or fancy. If you aren't already familiar with it, check out the American Long Rifle forum americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php Have fun with your rifle build. TC
Many thanks for sharing this gem with us, and also for disclosing some of your finishing techniques, what thickness steel did you make the patchbox from? It is easy to go too thick, and with the slight double curvature it should make a rigid lid even if thin metal is used. Chris B.
I went with walnut because it was a common gunstock wood in Southern Appalachia in that period and it also lent itself to the dark stock I wanted to achieve. I might add that the .45 caliber makes a light, nice handling rifle. TC
Really nice gun. I like the personal touches you added. I have a Tennessee mountain rifle in the Bean style that was built for me by Ron Luckenbill. The dimensions for it were taken from an original just not a Bean rifle. It is a maple stock but it is finished quite dark like yours, Thanks for sharing that rifle.
Sir, got a question. Recently acquired a hex barrel, 45 caliber, said to have a 1 in 14 twist. Would this be suitable for a side lock shooting conical? Would it be safe? I would have to have it rebreeched and threaded and have a drum installed. What are your thoughts? I had intended making a short, light traditional hunting rifle from it.
@@larryreese6146 Honestly, I have never heard of a 1in14 on a traditional rifle barrel. Not a typical side lock barrel. I can't speak to the safety of it. It would be best to seek the advice of a good gunsmith.
Boy Larry, that is an awfully fast twist for a .45 rifle it seems to me. If I remember correctly, the big single shots like trapdoors, Sharps, etc. had 1:20 something twists but I could be wrong on that. Just seems really fast to me. I would think that the bullet would have to be really long. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will weigh in on this. TC
@@TurkeyCreek-ek8mj I was afraid of that. Bought it off of ebay. That's what the seller said about the twist. I haven't checked it other than to look down the barrel. Before I do anything I'll have a gunsmith look it over. Much thanks.
Hey Larry, this is a forum that I belong to. Go here and join. www.americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php There is a section for gun building, and you will get a really good answer to this question. TC
Enjoyed seeing your gun. Thinking about a southern mountain rifle with parts I've collected over the years. Have 2 good L&R locks, a manton and a late english with rounded end. Which do you feel would be most appropriate? Also like to know size of the vent hole. The barrel is 7 eighths 50 cal and am planning on not using a vent liner on such a thin barrel. What are your thoughts. Have made several custom cap lock but this will be my first flinter.
Hey Larry, thanks for the comment. Personally, I think the Late English would be a really good choice especially if it has the single throat cock. The Manton might be just a tad small. As for the touch hole, I always drill them 1/16, even when using a liner. Not too large, but great ignition. I hope you get to start on your build soon. I would love to see some pictures along the way. You can email me at turkeycreek1823@gmail.com. TC
Didn't realize you were a fellow Okey. I'm in Northeastern Oklahoma about 20 miles west of the Arkansas line. Spent a few days out in your neck of the woods dodging tornados and trying to skeer up a spring turkey. The 5th wheel trailer we were in really got mobile. Met some of the friendliest people there. They were really nice. Tried armadillo eggs and calf frys for the first time. Not bad. But I think they had the get together right after the storms so they could count heads and see who survived. Some of those folks tried some Jack Daniel's on top of those armadillo eggs and I saw 3 of them go up in spontaneous combustion. Take care, sir. Keep your powder dry and your head down, especially come spring.
Lovely piece, had cousins got Revolutionary Soldiers land grants in N. Carolina wondered what his rifle looked like. Thanks
I like how dark it is too, looks like most originals I have seen.
Nice looking additions and that dark color really sets it right!
I've got a Kibler SMR coming my way. .32 caliber, maple stock. Really looking forward to assembling it. I've built many kits but never one as nice as a Kibler. I plan to also build a toe plate and maybe even a patch box at some point. Yours looks excellent, great work !
Saw your earlier video on this fine rifle, and my only criticism was "no closeups" of the details. I saw in the comments to check this video. Don't be shy about getting off the tripod and adding some closeups of your added details. Just a couple shots after your sign-off and before credits would help do your fine rifle proud.
Wish Jim offered a proper brass patch-box option for his kits.
Awesome man. You did amazing.
Thanks Denny. Can't wait to see yours.
TC
Handsome rifle. Love the old school finishing techniques.
Very nice, I'm waiting for my woodsrunner from kibler in 54 cal. 🤠
So am I, 54 cal, cherry stock. 10:22
hello, That's a really good looking front stuffer, i always enjoy your videos, keep up the good work
Great improvements on the Kibler!
I have a .45 in cherry that Jim built in the white. Haven’t finished it yet. Nice build.
Beautiful work 👍 I love hearing about how you craft each rifle 🤗💞😎☕🌲🏞️
A very nice rifle taken to the next level.👍🏻
Great video and very nice job on the SMR!
Just found this video of a better look at your gun. It look very well. I saw your shooting of your gun.
Some nice personal touches to your rifle
Mountain man
Lol welp that settles it im breaking out my smr today. Very good video thanks
Beautiful rifle!
Beautiful rifle
Very nice work.👍🏻
Beautiful work. I’m almost finished with my 36 cal i started from a blank and modeled somewhat after kibler’s SMR. I too carry some of my finer guns on woods walks often, simply for the joy of carrying. Great video!
Thanks John. In my opinion all guns are made to be shot, carried and hunted with, no matter how plain or fancy.
If you aren't already familiar with it, check out the American Long Rifle forum
americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php
Have fun with your rifle build.
TC
Lovely rifle.
Many thanks for sharing this gem with us, and also for disclosing some of your finishing techniques, what thickness steel did you make the patchbox from? It is easy to go too thick, and with the slight double curvature it should make a rigid lid even if thin metal is used. Chris B.
Beautiful rifle, I love it. Thank you.
Beautiful rifle wish I could hear you better
Most excellent!
Very nice.
I'm with you! Scrapers, files for the most part and leave a few marks on there!
Looking good
Thats nice work. I didn't catch the twist. I'd be interested.
The twist on the SMR barrels is 1 in 70. Great round ball rifles.
TC
Wondered why you selected walnut over curly maple. I’m getting ready to order one!
I went with walnut because it was a common gunstock wood in Southern Appalachia in that period and it also lent itself to the dark stock I wanted to achieve. I might add that the .45 caliber makes a light, nice handling rifle.
TC
@@TurkeyCreek-ek8mj thank you!
Really nice gun. I like the personal touches you added. I have a Tennessee mountain rifle in the Bean style that was built for me by Ron Luckenbill. The dimensions for it were taken from an original just not a Bean rifle. It is a maple stock but it is finished quite dark like yours, Thanks for sharing that rifle.
Sir, got a question. Recently acquired a hex barrel, 45 caliber, said to have a 1 in 14 twist. Would this be suitable for a side lock shooting conical? Would it be safe? I would have to have it rebreeched and threaded and have a drum installed. What are your thoughts? I had intended making a short, light traditional hunting rifle from it.
@@larryreese6146 Honestly, I have never heard of a 1in14 on a traditional rifle barrel. Not a typical side lock barrel. I can't speak to the safety of it. It would be best to seek the advice of a good gunsmith.
Boy Larry, that is an awfully fast twist for a .45 rifle it seems to me. If I remember correctly, the big single shots like trapdoors, Sharps, etc. had 1:20 something twists but I could be wrong on that. Just seems really fast to me. I would think that the bullet would have to be really long. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable than me will weigh in on this.
TC
@@TurkeyCreek-ek8mj I was afraid of that. Bought it off of ebay. That's what the seller said about the twist. I haven't checked it other than to look down the barrel. Before I do anything I'll have a gunsmith look it over. Much thanks.
Hey Larry, this is a forum that I belong to. Go here and join.
www.americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php
There is a section for gun building, and you will get a really good answer to this question.
TC
Did you use Jax Black or Jax Brown on the metal parts?
Thanks
Yes, Jax Black.
Nice!
Turkey Creek you say. In the Chiracahua mountains in Arizona?
No sir, NW Oklahoma that drains into the Cimarron.
TC
Did you ever sell it?
You done a fantastic job on that rifle it looks great. What are you asking for it?
Hey Terry, thanks for the comment! Email me at turkeycreek1823@gmail.com and I will give you a price.
Thanks,
TC
Enjoyed seeing your gun. Thinking about a southern mountain rifle with parts I've collected over the years. Have 2 good L&R locks, a manton and a late english with rounded end. Which do you feel would be most appropriate? Also like to know size of the vent hole. The barrel is 7 eighths 50 cal and am planning on not using a vent liner on such a thin barrel. What are your thoughts. Have made several custom cap lock but this will be my first flinter.
Hey Larry, thanks for the comment. Personally, I think the Late English would be a really good choice especially if it has the single throat cock. The Manton might be just a tad small. As for the touch hole, I always drill them 1/16, even when using a liner. Not too large, but great ignition. I hope you get to start on your build soon. I would love to see some pictures along the way. You can email me at turkeycreek1823@gmail.com.
TC
@@TurkeyCreek-ek8mj will do.
Didn't realize you were a fellow Okey. I'm in Northeastern Oklahoma about 20 miles west of the Arkansas line. Spent a few days out in your neck of the woods dodging tornados and trying to skeer up a spring turkey. The 5th wheel trailer we were in really got mobile. Met some of the friendliest people there. They were really nice. Tried armadillo eggs and calf frys for the first time. Not bad. But I think they had the get together right after the storms so they could count heads and see who survived. Some of those folks tried some Jack Daniel's on top of those armadillo eggs and I saw 3 of them go up in spontaneous combustion. Take care, sir. Keep your powder dry and your head down, especially come spring.
Is the Barrel Swamped? on the 45 cal? and what's the Weight?
Yessir, swamped barrel. The rifle weighs just over six pounds and holds rock steady.
TC
I absolutely love that rifle!
TC
She's a beaut for sure!...where can a feller put a bid on that piece?...woods
Thanks Woods! I'm really happy with the way it turned out.
You can always shoot me an email at turkeycreek1823@gmail.com. Thanks for asking.
TC
I need a rifle like this. Killer website is not working!
Kibler
Kibler phone number is (330)551-5844
Email address is
info@kiblerslongrifles.com
No sound?
Yessir, the sound is there. Not real loud, but it's there.
TC
That’s some dark stain
Yep! Bone black in my linseed oil.
TC