New Web Site - Canadian Double Rifle Maker

[oberndorf]

Nicholas Makinson, the Canadian double gun & rifle maker has a new web site. He also has a Michigan address for US customers.

There is a .470 NE for sale on his website.


http://www.nickmakinson.com

Thanks

 

[Republic of Alberta]

A few years ago I watched a video of this gentleman taking apart a LC smith shotgun. I also remember one of his articles in Double Gun Journal.

I wonder if he builds his own action or uses a donor? Anyone know?

 

[oberndorf]

He does both. Depends on what the customer needs. Cost is much higher when he uses his own action compared to a donor action.

 

[Edward Teach]

Hmmm...no prices. Love to know what that NE is going for, ballpark even.

 

[Gunslinger]

If you have to ask, you can't afford it!

 

[220Swifty]

And if you get that awnser, how can you aspire to afford it?

 

[gps]

If you have to ask, you can't afford it!

If you don't have enough money, you can just make more.

 

[tiriaq]

At one time he was using 20ga Browning SXS actions for conversion. This action has a double underbite lock, he was adding a Greener style crossbolt for a third fastener. The third fastener makes the action much stronger for rifle use.
There is a book out detailing the conversion of double shotguns to rifles. It is quite a process. I have seen three conversions done by a chap on ON; a .22rf, a .303 and a .450, iirc. Very impressive work, very beautiful rifles.

 

[Win/64]

I have been to Nick's Shop many times. He is a true Craftsmen in the old world sense. He is also one of the most interesting Men I have ever met. With a very dry, typically British sense of humour.
His work is second to none and his prices reflect that.

 

[oberndorf]

Last time I was in his shop, he was working on a .30 Caliber double. I found him very friendly and nice to deal with.