Covers the art of gunstock ornamentation from both utilitarian and decorative standpoints, with some 473 illustrations. The function of checkering is to give the shooter more grip on the stock especially when wet or greasy. This summary paper goes over the fundamentals of what file carving is and how it is. Gun stock checkering tools archives kv woodcarving supplies. When your information is submiited, you will then receive an email back which will contain a link to access the free fishscale and basketweave patterns. I have checkered for some of the largest manufacturers in the world working on. In this video series, kurts custom carving and checkering will walk you through all the steps one by one. We greatly appreciate the support of all our customers, viewers, and sponsors who make our familyoperated business possible. Actually, it is more of a carving technique since special gauges are used. Checkering and carving gunstocks with monty kennedy is a popular and specialized field of making gunstocks look, grip, and feel better. Checkering and carving of gunstocks down east book shopping online x hardbound.
Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Original checkering can be touched up or completely recut. Wood carving, glass engraving, gourd carving, gun stock carving, egg art and more are easily accomplished using high speed engraving systems and equipment from profitable hobbies. Gunstock carving patterns free patterns wood carving. Checkering and carving of gunstocks by monty kennedy track. Here were laying out the pattern on a custom stock for a winchester model 12 at 22 lines per inch. If you are looking for a book that virtually covers every basic pattern, tool and method for checkering and carving gunstocks, this is just what you are looking for.
Everything from treeline is backed by our 30day guarantee against any defects. For over 75 years, shooting sports enthusiasts have turned to. Carving and checkering your own custom gunstock can be very rewarding. I laid out my patterns in autocad and solidworks and for what i want to get i should go. Seals and hardens the wood with a low sheen, london type finish. Checkering and carving of gunstocks cherry tree toys. Checkering and carving gunstocks hummul carving company. In the popular and specialized field of making gunstock look better, feel better and grip better, this look at how its done covers virtually every basic pattern, tool and method. She offers an array of excellent choices for every skill level, from beginner to expert. Hand checkering just carving, its one thing to checker on a flat surface compared to doing it on a gunstock because of the curved surfaces. Being simple tools micro files or saws, there is no depth adjustment system on the head. I have never seen this technique being used in britain or america.
I am a 2nd generation carver, my father being george l. The official home of fox chapel publishing, publishers of bestselling woodworking, woodcarving, scroll saw, woodturning, pyrography books and magazines. Gun stock carving gallery wood carving power carving. The most common general file carving techniques are. Engraving classes wood carving gun stock carving hobby. Gunstock finishing and checkering a to z introduction. I bet my grooves wont be even in depth and i would appreciat any input i can get from the more seasoned woodworkers around here. This paper observes that pdf files consist of objects. Checkering is the process of cutting a series of evenly spaced lines that intersect at a set angle. If you do any carving at all, you can use checkering for some of the background areas. Due to its large file size, this book may take longer to download. A small three corner or square file has been used for a v tool.
Treeline offers only the finest wood carving tools and supplies. In the english literature, checkering is often spelled chequering. File carving is a process used in computer forensics to extract data from a disk. Excellent content a true industry standard book, but the kindle version appears to be just a pdf copy, making the photos and example diagrams very difficult to. This paper utilizes file carving techniques to extract digital evidences in the ram about opened pdf files. Learning to checker part 1 top rated supplier of firearm. Monty covers how its done with every basic pattern, tool, and method. To achieve this on a flat surface with little to no figure in the wood is not extremely difficult. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Free gunstock carving pattern request custom gunstock. The checkering and carving of gunstocks monty kennedy. Feel free to try other ratios and see what appeals to you. Nov 04, 2016 wood carving designs wood carving patterns chip carving bone carving walking sticks and canes gun art metal engraving stock art metal projects hunting firearms.
I began my career at kimber of oregon in our small town of colton oregon back in the 1980s. Use filters to find rigged, animated, lowpoly or free 3d models. Wood carving designs wood carving patterns chip carving bone carving walking sticks and canes gun art metal engraving stock art metal projects hunting firearms. Checkering and carving of gunstocks as practiced by many of americas leading stock makers. Free gunstock carving pattern request please fill out the requested information below. However, in the german speaking countries it is quite popular. File carving and its use in digital investigations mike.
The first step is to lay out the pattern by lightly cutting intersecting lines on the wood surface using fine checkering files. The depening of the lines results in a series of fully pointed diamonds, which add the finishing touch to any stock. Fundamentals of gunstock checkeringwood carvers supply, inc. Down east books checkering and carving of gunstocks. Irish presents 5 great gunstock patterns featuring traditional sportsman and huntingrelated themes. Rms custom can optionally produce fine line checkering at 26 or 28 lines per inch, depending on the wood grain and density, in your pattern of choice. Checkering carving gunstocks by kennedy monty abebooks. Unfollow gunstock checkering tools to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Carving gunstocks power techniques by jose valencia learn to create and apply patterns, remove factory checkering and use a high speed micromotor to create elaborate scroll, basket weave, and maple leaf patterns, including realistic wildlife. Start your own business today or just a great hobby. Towards carving pdf files in the main memory semantic scholar. To wick perspiration away from the hands during shooting and as decoration. If you like to shoot, work on guns as a business or hobby, or just own a gun, this is the place for you.
I worked as a production checkerer there for eight years and eventually became their head checkerer before venturing out on my own. Jun 05, 2012 finishing checkering, chasing all the rows trying to point up each diamond and polish the cuts. We have been providing wood carving tools since 1997 and we strive to excel in customer service and quality products. But gunstocks are rarely flat and generally have some figure to make the job more challenging. Fullsize line drawings and photos of checkering and carving patterns by americas leading stockmakers. Checkering are rows of parallel grooves that cross at a given angle to form little diamond shapes. Get the latest information about new products, special deals, news, toprated items, promotions and more.
Fullsize line drawings and photos of checkering and carving patterns by americas. Each has contributed photographs of his handiwork and fullsize line drawings of checkering and carving patterns. From basic checkering to dramatic relief carved scenes, nationally recognized carving artist lora s. Gunstock carving patterns free patterns wood carving designs. We can also recreate traditional patterns for restoration projects, refinish and checker existing plain gunstocks, repair worn or damaged areas of existing checkering and can even convert. The spacing of the lines determines how fine the checkering is. You might say i learned the craft by default, i cannot remember not being surrounded by walnut. Paperback reprint of the popular guide to carving gunstocks complete coverage of all tools and equipment with detailed explanations of all techniques, illustrated with precise line drawings extensive gallery of readytouse patterns back by popular demand ten years after the publication of the original hardcover, this paperback edition of custom gunstock carving gives indepth. Coarse cutters leave rough edges, progressively finer cutters will help burnish the wood so once. Also appropriate for application on other wood products. The trick is to keep every line straight and parallel. If you use a single cutter, you can do different things, like where the diamonds are flat instead of pointed. Practical machinist is the easiest way to learn new techniques, get answers quickly and discuss common challenges with your peers.
We have over 20 years of expertise working in the custom gunstock industry, producing for one of the top gun companies in the world. We aim to please and look forward to building lasting friendships. Checkering and carving of gunstocks by monty kennedy. Find this pin and more on woodworking ideas by dennis.
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