The Lil' Buckeroo Project

[TINCANBANDIT]

I bought a rifle at a garage sale for $20, it was missing the bolt, trigger guard and rear sight elevator.
JC Higgins model 41 (Marlin 100/101). I decided to try and build a cheap youth trainer rifle, by shrinking the dimensions and then refinishing the wood and steel. I think it turned out pretty good. The best part is it didn't cost me a nickel, I actually made money on the project!

Here is what I started with:

and here it is finished:

Blog posts with more pictures documenting the changes

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/featured-gun-jc-higgins-model-41.html

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/lil-buckeroo-project-part-1.html

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/lil-buckeroo-project-part-2.html

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/lil-buckeroo-project-part-3.html

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/lil-buckeroo-project-part-4.html

https://tincanbandit.blogspot.com/2017/09/lil-buckeroo-project-part-5.html

 

[std7mag]

Swheet look'n buckaroo...

You forgot
Batteries sold separately, and some assembly required in your signiture. Lol

 

[smee78]

Nice save, i'm sure it will bring many years of pleasure to who ever shoots it.

 

[TINCANBANDIT]

Thanks.....my entire sig line wouldn't fit....

Actor portrayal, Action figures sold separately, You must be at least this tall to ride, Individual results may vary, Sales tax not included, All models are over 18 years of age, upon approval of credit, Quantities are limited while supplies last, Some restrictions apply, Not available with other offers, At participating locations only, Void where prohibited, Above terms subject to change without notice, Patent pending.