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Ben
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: DarylS]
#184872 - 30/06/11 07:49 AM

That is nice! I hope it's going well for you, Chris.

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Englishman
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: DarylS]
#184913 - 30/06/11 05:12 PM

This is a very interesting project! I myself have two on the go at this moment(1 in .500" NE, 1 in .577" NE) looking at the start point that you had,it would probably have been easier to start with a block ofsteel,as I have done,the first thing that I did was to wire cut the breechblock mortise down through the billet of steel,everything is then built around that hole,as the saying goes,"whatever you do in life,you always start with a hole!" I really did not like the idea of welding bits on,so I even machined the long top tang out of the billet,it does require the barrel thread to be screwcut before it is "bent" to shape though. Looking at your photos has given me inspiration to get back on to finishing my two !!
Chris.

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450_Ackley
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Englishman]
#184924 - 30/06/11 07:36 PM

Englishman,

Could we talk you into starting a fresh post, describing what you have done along the way, with photos?
I'm sure there would be a huge audience here that would enjoy seeing/reading about your build.

David.

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CptCurl
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: 450_Ackley]
#184936 - 30/06/11 09:32 PM

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Englishman,

Could we talk you into starting a fresh post, describing what you have done along the way, with photos?
I'm sure there would be a huge audience here that would enjoy seeing/reading about your build.

David.

Yes, a great idea. We would be fascinated. Please!

Curl

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rigbymauser
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: DarylS]
#184939 - 30/06/11 10:48 PM

I knew there was a singleshotman hidden in me somewhere...Looks great!!.

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Englishman
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: rigbymauser]
#184954 - 01/07/11 05:36 AM

450 Ackley & Cpt Curl, if you think it would inspire others to "have a go" I will dig out my notes and write something up,I will be stuck when it comes to posting photographs though,I am a complete novice when it comes to things on the computer,most of my friends use CNC to grunt out thier actions,but I have always prefered to use the file,I can see from the photos that Mr Connolly is no slouch when it comes to using a file,that is really nice work,and the result of infinate patience!And an eye for proportion,a real artist in metal!
My actions are based of the Jeffery PD action (I have one in .475 No2 as a reference)my G, Gibbs Farquharson action in .303, seemed to be much to small for the .500,so I scaled up the Jeffery,more for the .577NE to give it some weight.I would be interested to have some dimension on "Rocdoc's" action.My other rifle is on the Westley Richards 1897 action,in .577NE.
Chris,
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450_Ackley
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Englishman]
#184957 - 01/07/11 07:31 AM

Either of us can help you get the photos posted, and would be happy to do so.
Let us know when you are ready and we'll make it happen.

David.

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: 450_Ackley]
#185005 - 01/07/11 10:34 PM

Ditto. Will gladly help with anything to get that thread going.

BTW, Just about two weeks ago I became the owner of a fabulous Army & Navy PD Farquharson in .450/.400 3.25" NE that is close to new condition. This is my first Farq., though I'm no novice to single shot rifles. I'll be posting a thread on this rifle soon.

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Englishman
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: CptCurl]
#185019 - 02/07/11 02:09 AM

Cpt Curl, You are a very lucky man!!! That is a very nice caliber,sufficient power,without being brutal,I passed up a PD in that caliber when I lived in UK,bought it took it back the next week and exchanged it plus a heap of cash for my .577" NE Westley Richards 1898 falling block,that is viceous!Look forward to seeing some photos, and many thanks for the offer to help get my photos posted!
Chris,
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: DarylS]
#186275 - 22/07/11 03:42 AM

Awesome project. Do you plan to re-barrel the action as well?

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Rockdoc
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: kevinh1157]
#187528 - 07/08/11 04:16 PM

Sorry for no replies. I have spent the last couple months living in a tent by Lake Nyasa. Internet has been fairly poor to non-existant.

Damien has stopped work for now as he prepares to move to Vermont (Australia's loss, The U.S.'s gain!). Guess I will just have to go there for progress reports!

Will post some more when I get a chance to talk with him. Last time I saw it was early this year and he was machining the quarter rib. My wife gets a bit antsy when I land and go and stay at his place first before going home:o

Cheers, Chris

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Rockdoc]
#187530 - 07/08/11 04:57 PM

^ Well mate I thought he may have gone as of our last convo late last year he was abt to leave his Goulburn addie.

Hope he does well but the lack of socialised healthcare and with 2 younguns? Vermont no?

I need to talk to him pre departure. Do you have a date?

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: DarylS]
#191005 - 29/09/11 08:17 PM

there's a picture of this beutiful action in the latest guns and game

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: grantc]
#191006 - 29/09/11 09:01 PM

Those I saw varied in external profile thus the results may vary. (and all require a heap of work)

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: grantc]
#191013 - 30/09/11 12:01 AM

Hi grantc. Do you mean my rifle action or another one?

Can someone email me a copy of the article please? I'm a long way from newsagents!

Cheers, Chris

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Rockdoc]
#191071 - 30/09/11 07:28 PM

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Hi grantc. Do you mean my rifle action or another one?

Can someone email me a copy of the article please? I'm a long way from newsagents!

Cheers, Chris

yeah mate it's your rifle there's a write up on damien conolly

Edited by CptCurl (12/10/11 10:38 AM)

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: grantc]
#191076 - 30/09/11 08:21 PM

Thanks grantc. I will get someone to buy the magazine for me.

The rifle will be shipped to the US soon.

Cheers, Chris

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Ash
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Rockdoc]
#320122 - 27/09/18 03:49 PM

7 years..
Update time?

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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Ash]
#320152 - 28/09/18 11:59 AM

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7 years..
Update time?

It's funny Ash.
About a year ago I started looking through dead threads and emailed a lot of members to check in and see how things had progressed (or not...) and got very little response.
Too bad too as many of the threads were very interesting and I for one would have loved to see some follow up.

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Ash
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Huvius]
#320158 - 28/09/18 05:43 PM

I’ve been trying to find one on an Alexander Henry Lee Speed, at least that’s what I think it was.
Agree with the sentiments above - would love some follow ups and more threads/pics. Can’t add anything myself - I’m broke, ha! Would if I could!

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Chuckvickers8x5742
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Re: Farquharson 600 Nitro Build [Re: Ash]
#320806 - 20/10/18 11:52 AM

more pictures please

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