| DBLGN |
| (.224 member) |
| 14/07/12 12:56 AM |
Re: New Guy, building first double
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I recently bought the Brown book "Building double rifles on shotgun actions" and was very dissapointed in it's lack of content.
Since I am working on a 3rd edition of the book (not due out for 1.5 - 2 years, maybe longer, now that I am starting a new full time job), I am very curious what you would like to see in the way of better content. Anything that I can do to make the book better and more helpful, is better for all of us. Don't tie up this thread with your comments, but feel free to PM me. I am always open to constructive comments.
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I am looking for some ideas (from someone who's done this)as to solder type for the 1/4 rib, sling swivel attachment point and the front sight.
I use Brownell's Force 44 (in general, when I refer to silver solder or low temp silver solder, this is what I mean) for attaching the forend hook (although this is still usually TIG welded in place) 1/4-rib, sling mount (this is frequently welded as well), and front sight. I then use either 95/5 or 50/50 lead solder for for the mid-rib and underribs (when I mention "soft" solder, this is what I am talking about).
Ellis