Fox 20g project pictures of the week

Fox 20g project, let's not forget chris work, wait until the checkering is done
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cjdawe said:
To put all the inquiring minds to rest ...the initial engraving thoughts wasn't quite so detailed as what John's gun has now become , so CCH was the initial and traditional treatment thought ...now with what's being done French Grey is really the only sensible route ,india ink is not how it's traditionally done ,nor is chemical etch - its CCH and then carefully polished back .

Trying to capture engraving on a CCH action in a internet pic usually looks like #### ...that same piece in hand is a world apart ,but opinions being what they are;) .....

Now ,while i'm on a roll...to all the guys out there who comment on this stuff I'm truly honored and flattered by the comments as are my friends at Lemieux .But there are couple of key points you must all consider when contemplating a project like this

#1-Don't start of with a structurally or mechanically crap gun ...this cannot be emphasized enough

#2 - Have a clear game plan ,Myself or the Lemieux team encourage dialogue,we are there for you the customer ....but don't look to us to tell you how to spend your money and decide later its not what you wanted because friends on the internet say its not what they like

#3- Have a clear picture of how much you want to spend , custom metal work and engraving can be tailored to budget to a certain extent ,as can the checkering and stock furniture ...but please educate yourselves as to what these services generally cost ,this is our livelihoods and passion - but be damn sure we don't do it for the money!...the costs may seem high at first but break down the hours we work and what we pocket at the end of a project and most would find it quite depressing .....so please began a project with at least some understanding that the costs will start at a minimum of 2500 for a very basic upgrade ,and that 6 months as a minimum time frame.

And lastly ,thanks to everyone who support us through commissions ,kind words and lip service:cheers:
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I am glad your Fox is turning out as fantastic as it has.

I called Chris about having him and the guys refurbish my Greener 10 gauge 2 7/8 inch chambered shotgun to like brand new condition. I had some great conversations with Chris over what I wanted done to my Greener. All of Chris’ advice was spot on. I bought the Greener from S.I.R., and it was real rough. Chris and the guys redid the wood so that it looks incredible, browned the barrels, case hardened the receiver, put it back on face, redid the engraving, fixed the internals, and now it locks up tighter than a bank vault. My Greener exhibits the incredible work that Chris and the guys do every day. I hope you enjoy your Fox as much as I like my Greener.

Alberta Al
 
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