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Re: WR 1881 rook
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Once upon a time had a Fields patent, lever was pushed forward to open, rather than down. Nifty rifle.
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Re: WR 1881 rook
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The Field's patent was basic enough to cover 2 different actions as seen. One looked like a "Martini" the other rather like a High Wall. Both used the same vertical lever that was pushed forward at the top to open the action as opposed to the 1881 WR and the Hepburn's lever which were horizontal and pushed down at the rear to open. There is no comparison in the beautiful lines of the 1881 to the rather clunky looking Hepburn.
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Re: WR 1881 rook
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I guess I always root for the underdog, partly because I can't afford the upperdog!!
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Re: WR 1881 rook
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Technically, I prefer the Field falling block over the D&E...
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Re: WR 1881 rook
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I have always wondered why the opening lever is on the right side. As a southpaw, I find it easiest to open the gun with my left thumb by reaching over the action.
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Re: WR 1881 rook
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Not exactly a rook rifle, but small. I have an Austrian Alexander Henry take down, the action is 1.4 wide, 2.6 long, and 2.06 high. Fulll length forearm held on with 2 wedges, has a grip safety. Chambered for 8x50 mannlicher . I am trying to decide how to fill the cuts in the rib where I removed the useless scope bases. I can’t remember if I posted photos on this site a few years ago or not.
Mike
I did a search, yes I posted photos July 12 of 2021.
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