First shotgun stock.. not too bad for an amateur.

 Last year, we were visiting in Oregon when our friend Donna decided to have me and a couple other friends evaluate her collection of firearms. I was immediately drawn to this Lefever double barrel 12 gauge. The poor thing was in good condition except for the buttstock, which appeared to be hand made but not fitted exactly for the action. The wrist was splintered and poorly nailed back together! I took on the project of making a new stock. I have a good amount of black walnut that I had sawn a couple of years ago and I had just the right piece for the job. 

Keep in mind, I had never made an actual stock before, just a sliver forearm for one shotgun and the stock for a .50 cal flintlock I built in high school.

           

 

             

                 

                

                

                

I love how this turned out, even without all the "proper tools", just some basic files, chisels, sandpaper and a LOT of patience. Most importantly, my dear friend Donna was thrilled with the result.