Gifted hobbyist wanted

[Naphtali]

Moderator: If you believe this should be in different sub-forum, please move it to where it belongs.

My Custom Rossi 92 lever action sporting rifle is back in my possession. And, yes, it is in "needs a whole bunch of work" condition. My heart is no longer invested in my perfectly conceived rifle. Now, I'll settle for getting it in decent working order. The first two things that need be done are finishing the rifle stock, and installing a tang sight.

Having been emotionally mauled by a recommended lever action gunsmith, I want to try a different method - if it's possible. I live in Missoula County, Montana. What I seek is a gifted hobbyist who can finish my rifle's stock. If that hobbyist can drill & tap my tang a second time, since the first time was a bizarre choice, even better. However, having the sight work down separately is not a big deal. If I had to identify a gifted hobbyist class, I think of people who complete muzzleloading gun kits - kits they assembly from Track of the Wolf, et al., or kits whose contents are parts complete and partially completed. The hobbyist(s) I seek would be in western Montana, preferably west of the Divide.

What I'm trying to do includes:
- Having acceptable work done at a reasonable cost.

- Having control over my possession of my rifle. The triggering action by my recommended lever action gunsmith was his refusal to return the rifle, then ceasing all communication with me. Being within reasonable driving distance allows us to get acquainted and keep in reasonable contact.

- Having lower expectations of finished rifle stock, I'll be content with what I would not have been content with when I first conceived my project.
***
Anyone who can, please furnish my contact information to the hobbyist, or PM me with the hobbyist's contact information.

 

[LoonWulf]

If you dont mind a couple suggestions. If your R92 has a bolt top safety take a look as the steves gunz peep that replaces it.
https://store.stevesgunz.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=10

Also the wood used on the r92s isnt particularly pretty (on any ive seen) you MAY want to spring for a set or replacements from.boyds. I dont know how well they fit, as i sold my r92 before ordering them, but wood (if you get walnut) and the finish quality on boyds stocks are usually good.

Those two options means your rifle never leaves your possession.

Otherwise perhaps have a local machine shop drill and tap if you arnt comfortable with doing it, and refinish the stocks yourself?
I did all the work on my 92 and it was actually pretty fun. Its simpler doing 2 piece straight stocks than pistol gripped single piece stocks, and theres less material so once they are stripped they can be sanded and the first coat of oil (or what ever) applied within a few hours.

 

[Catpop]

Moderator: If you believe this should be in different sub-forum, please move it to where it belongs.

My Custom Rossi 92 lever action sporting rifle is back in my possession. And, yes, it is in "needs a whole bunch of work" condition. My heart is no longer invested in my perfectly conceived rifle. Now, I'll settle for getting it in decent working order. The first two things that need be done are finishing the rifle stock, and installing a tang sight.

Having been emotionally mauled by a recommended lever action gunsmith, I want to try a different method - if it's possible. I live in Missoula County, Montana. What I seek is a gifted hobbyist who can finish my rifle's stock. If that hobbyist can drill & tap my tang a second time, since the first time was a bizarre choice, even better. However, having the sight work down separately is not a big deal. If I had to identify a gifted hobbyist class, I think of people who complete muzzleloading gun kits - kits they assembly from Track of the Wolf, et al., or kits whose contents are parts complete and partially completed. The hobbyist(s) I seek would be in western Montana, preferably west of the Divide.

What I'm trying to do includes:
- Having acceptable work done at a reasonable cost.

- Having control over my possession of my rifle. The triggering action by my recommended lever action gunsmith was his refusal to return the rifle, then ceasing all communication with me.

This is a federal offense as it deals with a federally licensed entity. Im curious as to the details of this transaction (no names required, just general details)

Being within reasonable driving distance allows us to get acquainted and keep in reasonable contact.

- Having lower expectations of finished rifle stock, I'll be content with what I would not have been content with when I first conceived my project.
***
Anyone who can, please furnish my contact information to the hobbyist, or PM me with the hobbyist's contact information.