[Rick Bowles]

Carved stocks are traditional embellishments on single actions. We've all seen grips carved with eagles, steers, snakes and ranch brands but have you ever wondered what carving would look like if price was not a consideration? Several years ago I was asked to write a letter of recommendation to the INS in support of an artistic visa for an Australian engraver/carver. I've long forgotten his name but I've contacted some folks to help me recall. He did get the visa and is living in the US. Here is an example of his carving. If anyone has seen better I'd love to see them. The bad news is these grips billed at $3,500.00!

PS. Notice the fine checkering UNDER the carving!

 

[Boge]

I'd knock the high points down with a Black & Decker & then refinish.


Seriously, that is just simply EXQUISITE workmanship that is beyond stunning!!

 

[Rick Bowles]

The artist's name is Damien Connolly. Here is a link to his bio, it's really worth a look.
Engravers—Damien Conolly

 

[jcs]

Wow! What exquisite work. I especially like the way the vines wrap in and over the border. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Colt-SL]

Thanks for sharing this RBscrim! His work is outstanding. And the miniatures are incredible as well.

 

[davismh76]

Very beautiful! I wonder how well they shoot?
Mike

 

[mikegs430]

Phenomenal work! The article is worth reading if you really want to gain an appreciation of this mans talent.

 

[Revolver]

For the amount of work that went into those grips $3500 is a good price. I wouldn't want to try and make them for that

 

[Hondo44]

He is truly a master craftsman! It isn't checkered however behind the scrolls. It is "reversed", i.e., appears to be embossed or stamped. Still unbelievably fine workmanship nonetheless.

 

[BigG]

You don't see work like that every day; that's for sure!