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Post by Doc Barranti on Mar 11, 2011 23:38:07 GMT -5
Sometimes the best way to keep the memory of a legend alive, is to walk in their footsteps. Our own Fermin Garza embarked on a journey a several years ago. His goal; to build a lasting tribute to the Grand Old Man Elmer Keith and his prized No.5 revolver, as well as the talented gunsmiths who created it. Fermin enlisted the many talents of master gunsmith Alan Harton to create his own version of the No.5. Alan brought together stainless steel, carbon steel and ivory, and succeeded in building a modern No.5, true to the original, yet unique enough to not be a direct copy. Having handled and shot this fine sixgun, I can honestly state that it is THE finest sixgun I have ever handled by any builder. This No.5 is wonderful example of the gunmakers art. The next step for Fermin's No.5 was to add some art to the art in the form of scrimshaw. Enter Boge Quinn...Fermin will tell the tale...   |
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Post by Boge Quinn on Mar 12, 2011 15:19:00 GMT -5
I was honored to be a part of the project!
She's heading over to Jeff's this evening to be the subject of an article before going home to Fermin.
This thing is, no joke, the finest sixgun I have ever seen[/i]. I have spent hours on end just looking at its perfection, feeling the action and the FA-grade lockup. If I weren't already in awe of Alan Harton's abilities, this would do it.
I trust that there will be some gun leather of commensurate quality in its future?
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Post by Doc Barranti on Mar 12, 2011 18:18:01 GMT -5
I trust that there will be some gun leather of commensurate quality in its future? He's already got it... ;D Fermin contacted me before the No.5 was completed and discussed the project with me and this is what we came up with...   Fermin and Master Gunsmith Alan Harton...  |
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Post by Lee Martin on Mar 12, 2011 18:26:31 GMT -5
I'm at a loss for words on this one guys (short of "wow"). The gun, the grips, the leather....it's the complete package no doubt. Great craftsmanship all the way around. -Lee www.singleactions.com |
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Post by 2 Dogs on Mar 12, 2011 18:29:04 GMT -5
The Craftsmen involved in the #5 tribute project have all been the very best available. From Alan Harton, the welding, fitting, and blacksmithing as well as the Elephant ivory stocks of the sixgun itself lovingly created largely from scratch. From David Clements, the hammer and the trigger which were tuned to absolute perfection. From Mike Barranti, a most handsome hand crafted hand stitched Signature Series #5 rig that can be seen here: barrantileather.com/Page_3.html and finally from the good heart of Boge Quinn, the life like scrimshaw rendition of the Mexican Eagle. It is important to restate that Keith HATED a counterfeiter. He clearly stated that one should build his sixgun so as to be clearly NOT a fake. If you've never met Boge you are just missing out on one of the absolute BEST folks you could ever meet. To me, he is much more than a life long friend. He is a brother. He clearly recognized the scope of this project and poured much heart and soul in it. It is a salute to The Grand Old Man of Sixgunning, Elmer Keith. My thanks to Boge, Dave, Mike, and Alan. All that remains is the engraving..... |
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Post by 2 Dogs on Mar 12, 2011 18:30:42 GMT -5
You can "smell and feel" the soul in that absolutely gorgeous leather.....
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2011 19:22:47 GMT -5
Whatever you spent to build that it was worth it. That being said I'm sure it was big $$$$.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2011 19:24:05 GMT -5
One more question. Is that SS or will it be blued?
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Post by 2 Dogs on Mar 12, 2011 19:49:58 GMT -5
The main parts are stainless steel.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 12, 2011 20:42:08 GMT -5
So the gripframe is in the white, correct? What frame did you start with? Sorry for all the questions but I am in awe.
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Post by sixshot on Mar 12, 2011 20:43:32 GMT -5
For sure one of the finest revolvers in existence, its just a superb example of custom handgun work starting with Alan , Boge & Mike & ending up in the hands of one of the all time good guys in our sport! Yowieee!!
Dick
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Post by Boge Quinn on Mar 12, 2011 22:47:02 GMT -5
The Craftsmen involved in the #5 tribute project have all been the very best available. From Alan Harton, the welding, fitting, and blacksmithing as well as the Elephant ivory stocks of the sixgun itself lovingly created largely from scratch. From David Clements, the hammer and the trigger which were tuned to absolute perfection. From Mike Barranti, a most handsome hand crafted hand stitched Signature Series #5 rig that can be seen here: barrantileather.com/Page_3.html and finally from the good heart of Boge Quinn, the life like scrimshaw rendition of the Mexican Eagle. It is important to restate that Keith HATED a counterfeiter. He clearly stated that one should build his sixgun so as to be clearly NOT a fake. If you've never met Boge you are just missing out on one of the absolute BEST folks you could ever meet. To me, he is much more than a life long friend. He is a brother. He clearly recognized the scope of this project and poured much heart and soul in it. It is a salute to The Grand Old Man of Sixgunning, Elmer Keith. My thanks to Boge, Dave, Mike, and Alan. All that remains is the engraving..... Fermin...Awww, heck... Beautiful leather, Mike! |
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Post by boxhead on Mar 12, 2011 22:58:03 GMT -5
Nice post. I recall having a phone conversation with Fermin some years ago while I was living in Canada to build the #5's on the couple of grip frames Alan had. I debated and ended up spending the funds on an elk/moose/bear hunt in northern British Columbia. Fermin had his built. Some regret here still remains tough I did enjoy the hunt....
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Post by agrizz on Mar 13, 2011 1:07:54 GMT -5
I must admit 2 dogs that one made me take a second look. Sure is nice and all the people that added to the project are great.
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Post by zac0419 on Mar 13, 2011 3:05:39 GMT -5
Wow, that is one pretty sixgun. You definitely had the right people for the job.
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