I love classic style rifles and particularly single shots like these. It is refreshing to find someone else who also appreciates them. I would sure enjoy visiting with such a person.
What introduced me to your channel was your video on making an m1 carbine in 300 blackout so to see this one makes me smile a bit. I'm still too young to be legaly able to do stuff like this but my dream job would be a gunsmith and stuff like this is exactly what i would love to do. Anywho, point is i love your content and these interesting little challenges
Thanks Philp - we need you. Shortage of smiths and innovators and machinists - the current cycle of disposable guns will end - there is no sense to a gun that won't out last its owner. When things go wrong - guns have to work for generations. I hope you run to these disciplines and choose the one that makes you most happy - people will be lined up for your work/help and advice.
I'm afraid I cannot help with the contacts but I really appreciate the video looking at these exquisite rifles. I wish you all the best with the actions you would like to see put to use and will eagerly follow the story if you are able to tell as things move forward. You have a great channel.
Exquisite. Wherever they end up, I hope it is with a gun maker who can do them justice. Alas, I cannot imagine there is one in Australia who would have the facilities to do that. The craftsmanship they require is old wordly. I'm confident there are some in your part of the world, Mike.
Those are absolutely stunning rifles. I wish I could afford one, but I don't regret my financial situation either. Dreaming about the future can be fun too. Thanks for sharing.
I get your love of the small firearms, in fact I will probably soon buy one of the Uberti made miniature revolvers they were making several years ago. They made long guns also, fascinating little things, non-functioning though. I'm leaning towards a cap and ball revolver, just more mechanical.
The miniature is a great idea - I almost bought one myself. The cap and ball revolvers are excellent as well and quite interesting to operate and shoot.
These are the coolest guns I have ever seen thenfalling block I don’t know much about guns but they are cool you have the nicest guns I have ever seen also good video you show and explain very well your videos are very professional I would say you are at a very high level in gun collecting and I’m sure you have built a lot of guns also your work is awesome good video as always
I certainly would appreciate owning one in an African Express. I shall contact the only custom gun maker I know, in AZ, but considering the quality and style, do you think Barrett would consider putting these along side their Barrett Sovereigns? Whoever accepts the offer, and can rise to the quality, perhaps you can follow up with their contact information when available. Thanks again for sharing another great video. Really appreciate quality, particularly single shots.
Super idea Paul - I'll contact Barrett. These actions have so much meat on them they could be machined to more dramatic military, angular dimensions - or turned into classic British Empire style. I'll keep everyone updated on what happens. Thanks again.
The rook rifle or the "micro" size .223 just screams CLASS,; it's the most beautiful little rifle I've ever seen,, I've got a Ruger #1 in .223Rem, and i thought i had a classy rifle untill i saw your's...man i would cut off and sell both my pinky toes for a rifle like that tiny Hagan,, but i live on a fixed income now, so it's sadly out of the question I'm sure...
Hi Bryant - For sure a gem - that delicate rifle is in a special class. The original Rook rifles are also pretty amazing and far more reasonably priced. Hope you get one. Thanks for the note!
Great video. The small action is the most appealing. Ruger should have used three sizes with the no.1, rather than the one size fits all. It will be interesting to see what happens with your project. Thanks.
That's a brilliant idea! I'm going to write them. Even if they just offered the current model and a small action - they would sell truckloads of them; can weigh 4 - 5 pounds with a 26" barrel and handle better than just about any rifle. Good thinking.
USOG when you consider that ruger investment cast the no.1 actions, it should be a relatively easy task, to make different sizes. Two would do, a smaller version for vermin/deer sized cartridges, and the current one for heavy game and blackpowder rounds like the .45/70.
That,s a very interesting idea as i am not a fan of the Barrett design or it,s ungainly appearance i have considered building a single based on just the 50 CAL for just that reason. Classic look and detail of course.
Hi Martin - I should have made it in 50 BMG. Your idea is good - a 50 single that is not military would be something. Not sure about what to do with recoil though - weight and brake I guess.
I have seen in double many 700 NITRO EXPRESS this in a single would be mild in comparison.Kind of a work of art and something to have. Also a beast that with some work could be managed.Brake in some form would be a fact to consider and weight would be an element in the regard of this rifle,s size. I like the thought kind of a challenge.
USOG whoo! Yah if i spent that much the project would have to get done or my wife would never let me forget it! I hope that someone does something great with them!
Hi Jim, I always liked the PD Farquarson - elegant and robust. I had one in 450-400 3 1/4 and stupidly sold it to a fine fellow in Texas. The H&H Woodward patent are elegant and more compact. The Westley Richards and Fraser are interesting. Altogether though - they have too many parts and many have angled firing pins or unusual linkages and so on. Are they fantastic - of course - but as machines they were not the best.
Thanks bloke. , thats interesting. I went to the Hagen web site and they make some magnifiecnt rifles. I have a Mauser 66SM with three barrels. You are correct the 66 is an engineering marvel.
Did they contact you after you were featured on thefirearmsblog? maybe do that again? it is so strange that you don't have a ton of subscribers yet, you show frekkin unique stuff, kinda think you have to do a shooting video to really get things started, and what better thing to shoot than that monster :P but if you get featured on thefirearmblog you'll get tons of views, and there are alotta industry folks who post/comment on that blog
Hi Yeah Bee, I think you are right. I'm a little slow sometimes and I should shoot some of these on camera. I love the idea of shooting the 50 first. My problems - which are the same for all of us - is getting to a place to shoot : ) - but I will.
Hello sir, I would like to talk with you. My father in law worked with Mr Single Shot on many of his books and some of his rifles that he made are pictured in the books. the reason I am would talk with you is I have a few of the Hagn's and they are great rifles, and I have one that is half finished that will need to be finished by myself because my father in law passed away. Anyways I am interested in the different sizes because I have only seen and worked on the one size. Please contact me when you can.
Hello, That all sounds very interesting. Please message me and I can get back to you. I'm not sure how others are sending me messages but I receive them under "messages" instead of "comments" - I look forward to speaking with you. Thank you.
Hi Teppo - that must be the Finnish way : ) I built a house once for a gentlemen from Finland; one of the finest, most reserved fellows I ever met. He told me many things about Finland and we shared hunting and gun stories. He also told me : "Everything is better in Finland" and from his description of what life is like there I said "That sounds fantastic - I would go back." - A month later I found a card and a bottle of wine wishing me well. I guess the home country calls its children home. Thank you so much - I hope some Finnish firm or gunmaker contacts me. Heippa Teppo - not sure if I got that right.
Come visit Finland and see it yourself (like inRange`s Ian and Karl did). Some things are better here and some there, so it goes. "Heippa" is basic Finnish meaning hi/bye and there are so many words to describe and use for that and all are good. For example "Kuusi palaa" and you can check it`s meaning from this site: www.puhutaan-suomea.net/kuusi-palaa-9-meanings-in-finnish/ Only Finns can be silent in dozens of languages ;)
You have some beautiful rifles there. I could look at these all day. Do you own a single shot rifle with the Heeren-System, too? About the parts I would ask the Heym AG (heym-fabrik.de/?page_id=22) in Germany if they would be interested. They are making exquisite rifles for big game hunting, so I could imagine that it fits to their program.
Thanks Andreas - Good idea - I will contact Heym; I think I met the CEO at one of the shows - they were developing their safari rifle at the time. I owned 2 Heeren single shots - one in 6.5X57 and the other in 6.5X68. I don't own one at the moment or I would make a video instantly. What an amazing design! One thing - the firing pin is at an angle and ignition is not the best; on my 6.5X68 the pin would get stuck in the primer from time to time. Still a fantastic and imaginative mechanism - I hope I find another. One of mine was by Ziegenhahn and the other was a Nagel & Menz if I remember correctly. I like the Dorleac & Dorleac interpretation out of France. Best to you.
I love classic style rifles and particularly single shots like these. It is refreshing to find someone else who also appreciates them. I would sure enjoy visiting with such a person.
I hope you get a suitable applicant for those beautiful action castings.
Thank you Mike for sharing your knowledge and the beautiful rifles.
Magnificent workmanship, beautiful wood and metal work...
Waiting to see what happens! Good Luck!
What introduced me to your channel was your video on making an m1 carbine in 300 blackout so to see this one makes me smile a bit. I'm still too young to be legaly able to do stuff like this but my dream job would be a gunsmith and stuff like this is exactly what i would love to do. Anywho, point is i love your content and these interesting little challenges
Thanks Philp - we need you. Shortage of smiths and innovators and machinists - the current cycle of disposable guns will end - there is no sense to a gun that won't out last its owner. When things go wrong - guns have to work for generations. I hope you run to these disciplines and choose the one that makes you most happy - people will be lined up for your work/help and advice.
I'm afraid I cannot help with the contacts but I really appreciate the video looking at these exquisite rifles.
I wish you all the best with the actions you would like to see put to use and will eagerly follow the story if you are able to tell as things move forward. You have a great channel.
Ich bin Ihnen sehr dankbar.
In case you're not where I think you are : I am so grateful.
Those are gorgeous single shot rifles.
Amazingly beautiful rifles. Never seen anything like that in real life. Maybe one day.... :-)
Exquisite pieces. A 50 action express would be interesting.
Exquisite. Wherever they end up, I hope it is with a gun maker who can do them justice. Alas, I cannot imagine there is one in Australia who would have the facilities to do that. The craftsmanship they require is old wordly. I'm confident there are some in your part of the world, Mike.
Thanks Robert - I hope someone comes forward - pity to have those actions sitting here for so long. Cheers.
Robert Page yep. There are very few people left in Australia with any skill with there hands.
Those are absolutely stunning rifles. I wish I could afford one, but I don't regret my financial situation either. Dreaming about the future can be fun too. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Jim - at one time all I had was a Mossberg .22 - life was just as good as it is now.
I get your love of the small firearms, in fact I will probably soon buy one of the Uberti made miniature revolvers they were making several years ago. They made long guns also, fascinating little things, non-functioning though. I'm leaning towards a cap and ball revolver, just more mechanical.
The miniature is a great idea - I almost bought one myself. The cap and ball revolvers are excellent as well and quite interesting to operate and shoot.
These are the coolest guns I have ever seen thenfalling block I don’t know much about guns but they are cool you have the nicest guns I have ever seen also good video you show and explain very well your videos are very professional I would say you are at a very high level in gun collecting and I’m sure you have built a lot of guns also your work is awesome good video as always
I certainly would appreciate owning one in an African Express. I shall contact the only custom gun maker I know, in AZ, but considering the quality and style, do you think Barrett would consider putting these along side their Barrett Sovereigns? Whoever accepts the offer, and can rise to the quality, perhaps you can follow up with their contact information when available. Thanks again for sharing another great video. Really appreciate quality, particularly single shots.
Super idea Paul - I'll contact Barrett. These actions have so much meat on them they could be machined to more dramatic military, angular dimensions - or turned into classic British Empire style. I'll keep everyone updated on what happens. Thanks again.
I will spread word around, nice actions and wonderful rifles, i really liked the little action, a neat little pursch rifle .
Appreciate the help my friend. The little one is a gem.
Love the information, I have some great questions and would love to chat.
How can I get ahold of you?
As a Dutchie, I'm agraid I don't know any contacts for such a thing. You times your vacation well! I was gone during your upload-break as well!
Hope you had a good break. Holland knows what is what. : )
USOG Currently headed through Austria! There's a gunstore a block away from the hotel I'm staying at, I hope I can go there and snap some pictures :)
The rook rifle or the "micro" size .223 just screams CLASS,; it's the most beautiful little rifle I've ever seen,, I've got a Ruger #1 in .223Rem, and i thought i had a classy rifle untill i saw your's...man i would cut off and sell both my pinky toes for a rifle like that tiny Hagan,, but i live on a fixed income now, so it's sadly out of the question I'm sure...
Hi Bryant - For sure a gem - that delicate rifle is in a special class. The original Rook rifles are also pretty amazing and far more reasonably priced. Hope you get one. Thanks for the note!
Those are beautiful.
stunning
Great video. The small action is the most appealing. Ruger should have used three sizes with the no.1, rather than the one size fits all. It will be interesting to see what happens with your project. Thanks.
That's a brilliant idea! I'm going to write them. Even if they just offered the current model and a small action - they would sell truckloads of them; can weigh 4 - 5 pounds with a 26" barrel and handle better than just about any rifle. Good thinking.
USOG when you consider that ruger investment cast the no.1 actions, it should be a relatively easy task, to make different sizes. Two would do, a smaller version for vermin/deer sized cartridges, and the current one for heavy game and blackpowder rounds like the .45/70.
I am a machinist, and a gunsmith. These actions interest me greatly. Are they still available? If so, how do I get in contact with you?
Hi Brian - we need more people like you. Please email me at usogbyemail@gmail.com
I can send just about anywhere.
That,s a very interesting idea as i am not a fan of the Barrett design or it,s ungainly appearance i have considered building a single based on just the 50 CAL for just that reason. Classic look and detail of course.
Hi Martin - I should have made it in 50 BMG. Your idea is good - a 50 single that is not military would be something. Not sure about what to do with recoil though - weight and brake I guess.
I have seen in double many 700 NITRO EXPRESS this in a single would be mild in comparison.Kind of a work of art and something to have. Also a beast that with some work could be managed.Brake in some form would be a fact to consider and weight would be an element in the regard of this rifle,s size. I like the thought kind of a challenge.
I must add mild only as in size and less one barrel not power or kenetic energy i know the 50 BMG is the big dog .
Mike, have you anymore of these actions available?
I'm afraid to ask the cost of one receiver for a fellow like yourself who always likes a good project they will never get done! Haha
I've seen some change hands for around $2500.
USOG whoo! Yah if i spent that much the project would have to get done or my wife would never let me forget it! I hope that someone does something great with them!
I hope you get your rifles and actions into production.
Thanks Carl - I hope so : )
Have you compared these falling block rifles to the Farquarson. I have seen one and it was very smooth to operate. I would like to hear your opinion.
Hi Jim, I always liked the PD Farquarson - elegant and robust. I had one in 450-400 3 1/4 and stupidly sold it to a fine fellow in Texas. The H&H Woodward patent are elegant and more compact. The Westley Richards and Fraser are interesting. Altogether though - they have too many parts and many have angled firing pins or unusual linkages and so on. Are they fantastic - of course - but as machines they were not the best.
Thanks bloke.
, thats interesting. I went to the Hagen web site and they make some magnifiecnt rifles. I have a Mauser 66SM with three barrels. You are correct the 66 is an engineering marvel.
Love single shots.
Could not Browning make them ?
Did they contact you after you were featured on thefirearmsblog? maybe do that again?
it is so strange that you don't have a ton of subscribers yet, you show frekkin unique stuff, kinda think you have to do a shooting video to really get things started, and what better thing to shoot than that monster :P
but if you get featured on thefirearmblog you'll get tons of views, and there are alotta industry folks who post/comment on that blog
Hi Yeah Bee, I think you are right. I'm a little slow sometimes and I should shoot some of these on camera. I love the idea of shooting the 50 first. My problems - which are the same for all of us - is getting to a place to shoot : ) - but I will.
I wish I could afford one of these.
Soon you will be able Nicholas!
DANG
What would the small action cost in US dollars today?
Hello sir, I would like to talk with you. My father in law worked with Mr Single Shot on many of his books and some of his rifles that he made are pictured in the books. the reason I am would talk with you is I have a few of the Hagn's and they are great rifles, and I have one that is half finished that will need to be finished by myself because my father in law passed away. Anyways I am interested in the different sizes because I have only seen and worked on the one size. Please contact me when you can.
Hello, That all sounds very interesting. Please message me and I can get back to you. I'm not sure how others are sending me messages but I receive them under "messages" instead of "comments" - I look forward to speaking with you. Thank you.
I shared this videon in a Finnish shootingcommunity-site, so if someone approaches, you know whom to `blame`.
Hi Teppo - that must be the Finnish way : ) I built a house once for a gentlemen from Finland; one of the finest, most reserved fellows I ever met. He told me many things about Finland and we shared hunting and gun stories. He also told me : "Everything is better in Finland" and from his description of what life is like there I said "That sounds fantastic - I would go back." - A month later I found a card and a bottle of wine wishing me well. I guess the home country calls its children home. Thank you so much - I hope some Finnish firm or gunmaker contacts me. Heippa Teppo - not sure if I got that right.
Come visit Finland and see it yourself (like inRange`s Ian and Karl did). Some things are better here and some there, so it goes.
"Heippa" is basic Finnish meaning hi/bye and there are so many words to describe and use for that and all are good.
For example "Kuusi palaa" and you can check it`s meaning from this site: www.puhutaan-suomea.net/kuusi-palaa-9-meanings-in-finnish/
Only Finns can be silent in dozens of languages ;)
Did you sell all of the receivers?
Still here, waiting for a creator.
How many guns does Hagn make a year? Spoke t the the guy on the phone and he is a weirdo to be honest.
You have some beautiful rifles there. I could look at these all day. Do you own a single shot rifle with the Heeren-System, too?
About the parts I would ask the Heym AG (heym-fabrik.de/?page_id=22) in Germany if they would be interested. They are making exquisite rifles for big game hunting, so I could imagine that it fits to their program.
Thanks Andreas - Good idea - I will contact Heym; I think I met the CEO at one of the shows - they were developing their safari rifle at the time. I owned 2 Heeren single shots - one in 6.5X57 and the other in 6.5X68. I don't own one at the moment or I would make a video instantly. What an amazing design! One thing - the firing pin is at an angle and ignition is not the best; on my 6.5X68 the pin would get stuck in the primer from time to time. Still a fantastic and imaginative mechanism - I hope I find another. One of mine was by Ziegenhahn and the other was a Nagel & Menz if I remember correctly. I like the Dorleac & Dorleac interpretation out of France. Best to you.