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36 cal slipjoint almost done

Discussion in 'Custom & Handmade Knives' started by Bruce Bump, May 23, 2009.

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  1. May 23, 2009 #1
    Bruce Bump

    Bruce Bump

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    I've been holed up in the shop for a couple months and finally have something to show. This one is my first slipjoint on a gun. Its a feather pattern damascus on a 1018 frame with preban grips. Its the most contoured one to date and mechanically the best I can build. It is on the way to Jere Davidson for some engraving as we speak. Cant wait to see what he does.

    Excuse the snapshots.

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  2. May 23, 2009 #2
    John White

    John White

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    Well, the contours are beautiful. The way the web-guard sweeps up out of the handle is just right. I'm about consumed with envy.

    John
     
  3. May 23, 2009 #3
    stewart

    stewart

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    C.Edmondson is correct you are an alien sent here from another universe!!:DLOL
    Really that is awesome thanks for sharing always look forward to your posts!:thumbup:
     
  4. May 23, 2009 #4
    Keith Montgomery

    Keith Montgomery

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    Another incredible piece. Are you planning on having anything to show at Josh's next month?
     
  5. May 23, 2009 #5
    Peregrin

    Peregrin Traditional Forum Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    Another awesome creation! I'd love to see it after the engraving is done.
     
  6. May 23, 2009 #6
    xaman

    xaman

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    Very cool Bruce. I'm also very interested in seeing this piece after engraving!
     
  7. May 23, 2009 #7
    Bruce Bump

    Bruce Bump

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    I'm beginning to think my third nipple is really a belly button :confused: I might be an alien.:eek:
     
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  8. May 23, 2009 #8
    Bruce Bump

    Bruce Bump

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    I hope to have this one if it comes back in time but may have something else with no gun attached. I have a sudden interest in slip joints too.
     
  9. May 23, 2009 #9
    Lorien

    Lorien Moderator Moderator

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    Ha! Sheesh.
    you're the man!
     
  10. May 23, 2009 #10
    rickmenefee

    rickmenefee

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    I like this piece. I would like to try one someday. It looks like a fun project.very very good work
     
  11. May 23, 2009 #11
    B . Buxton

    B . Buxton

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    Another beauty Bruce ol buddy, I'll be looking forward to seeing it all finished up.:cool::thumbup:
    I don't understand why you used a wormy holed piece of ivory though, but it still looks great. :D:D


    Bill
     
  12. May 23, 2009 #12
    RogerP

    RogerP Gold Member Gold Member

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    That is just too very cool Bruce - top notch work as always.

    I would really like to see what you do with a "plain" slipjoint folder.

    Roger
     
  13. May 23, 2009 #13
    peterinct

    peterinct

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    I was thinking that too!

    I was also wondering if you test fire those knife/pistols.:D

    You make the most incredible renditions of those i've seen Bruce.

    Peter
     
  14. May 23, 2009 #14
    Burton Harruff

    Burton Harruff

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    When is the Bump Art gallery / Museum opening up? This stuff needs to be on display. Your stuff is out of this world maybe you are an alien.
     
  15. May 23, 2009 #15
    Bruce Bump

    Bruce Bump

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    The engraving will really wake this one up, You will agree I think.

    I do test fire everything with the exception of the axe/gun. I have no doubt it will shoot fine but it needed to be shipped the same day and has never been fired.

    This one has shot about 40 muskett caps but has yet to be loaded and fired. It has been loaded to adjust the ram rod length. A nice feature of this nipple design is it can be removed to unload the barrel or for easy cleaning. This hammer fits the frame very close so flash back stays out of the inside of the mainspring/sear area. It shouldnt need to be completely dissasembled for regular cleaning. It also has the easiest hammer spring pressure of all the others due to the geometry of the mainspring push rod. It almost comes back to neutral when the hammer is pulled all the way back. I acually had to add a heavier trigger return spring to add some trigger pull otherwise it felt like a hair trigger.

    Thanks for the questions
     
  16. May 23, 2009 #16
    JParanee

    JParanee Gold Member Gold Member

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    very impressive
     
  17. May 24, 2009 #17
    C.Edmondson

    C.Edmondson

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    These things are amazing!!!:thumbup:
     
  18. May 24, 2009 #18
    SharpByCoop

    SharpByCoop Enjoying the discussions Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    I think I could stare at this for an hour and still find things that are of interest. The curves are surreal in the placement and application. I hope Jere remembers that less can be more. I love some of the open spaces.

    Congrats, Bruce!

    Coop
     
  19. May 24, 2009 #19
    chuckinohio

    chuckinohio

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    Your workmanship is outstanding. Truly impressive:thumbup:

    Chuck
     
  20. May 24, 2009 #20
    ddushane

    ddushane

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    I love it Bruce! Your work amazes me!
    Dwayne
     
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