New Rifle by Mark Wheland

This rifle was inspired by the work of John Rupp. 
Buttplate and trigger guard are my own patterns. 
Barrel is a Getz 45 1/2" - 50 caliber.
Lock is a large Siler that I reshaped.
Lockplate measures 4 7/8 x 15/16"
Finish is red varnish over a light wash of ferric nitrate.







Copy and photos supplied by Mark Wheland.