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Well after much cleaning the horrifically sporterized 1917 is back in its military configuration. Found a WW1 Issue stock for it and some surplus handguards. Tracking down metal bits was a pain but I think I found them all.
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You did a good job resurrecting a sporterized 1917. Finding the small parts can be a pain but between NPC and Springfield Sporters and other parts outlet, you can fins just about anything you need.
Each time I see a sporterized US military arms, it makes me cry. Looks like you are still missing the stacking swivel. Might want to stain the HG to match the stock to make it look better still.
I've posted this before but here it is again my 1917 five sisters:
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YES!
Now Dr. Pepper and I have to do that 1903 barreled action you gave us!sigpic
7-6-2 FTMFW!
"...and an old German guy said there was a bit of an unsaid joke about the Nazi salute; apparently when they clicked their heels and raised their arm up in the air in a Nazi salute, they were saying, "we're in this much s___."Comment
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Nice work. It seems to be in season to rescue old rifles.I support peace through superior firepower.
"Para ser libre, un hombre debe tener tres cosas, la tierra, una educacion y un fusil. Siempre un fusil ! (To be free, a man must have three things; land, an education and a rifle. Always a rifle)" -Emiliano Zapata.
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7-6-2 FTMFW!
"...and an old German guy said there was a bit of an unsaid joke about the Nazi salute; apparently when they clicked their heels and raised their arm up in the air in a Nazi salute, they were saying, "we're in this much s___."Comment
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Definitely want to stain those handguards. Metal cleaned up fine thankfully, no real pitting damage. Rifle does have a MOD broad arrow mark on the under side of her receiver though. Any recommendations for a stain?Soli Deo Gloria.Comment
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you always make me jealousYou did a good job resurrecting a sporterized 1917. Finding the small parts can be a pain but between NPC and Springfield Sporters and other parts outlet, you can fins just about anything you need.
Each time I see a sporterized US military arms, it makes me cry. Looks like you are still missing the stacking swivel. Might want to stain the HG to match the stock to make it look better still.
I've posted this before but here it is again my 1917 five sisters:
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PRO DEO ET PRO PATRIAComment
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Nice save!!Originally posted by GoodEyeSniperOriginally posted by ChopperXOriginally posted by Jeff LComment
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Nice man looks good. I need to get me one of this rifles.All Right MEOWComment
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In my experience, to match the old wood reddish patina I use Minwax Red Mahogany stain and if necessary, once the stain dries buff it with 0000 steel wool to match the shine on the old wood.
Thanks man I just love 1917 they are my favorite of all my US MilSurp Arms.
Go out and fin that 1917 gem. They are out there but most have corroded/dark bores. I've seen them at gun shows and posted on boards. Good luck.Comment
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Well done! Be sure to get it out and shoot it once in a while.Because milsurp.Comment
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Thanks guys. Can't wait to try it this weekend. I am supposed to get my stitches removed this week from my face so getting to the range will be a welcomed event.Soli Deo Gloria.Comment
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