Brian Dudley - Gun Stock Maker

Bob Jurewicz · 03-07-2013, 07:22 PM

I just received a completed GH forend restoration that
Brian did for me. The original wood broke in half and the previous owner stuck it together with gorila glue. I found a decent forend wood that was in bad need of restoration, refinish, recheckering and fitting to the original metal. Brian did an outstanding job and the border is a perfect Parker match.
I probably should keep this my secret because before long he will be very busy with long backlog, but I do highly recommend his work!!!
Bob Jurewicz

Mills · 03-07-2013, 07:30 PM

Brian is working on a DH 10 gauge for me. I have only seen photos of the work in progress and look forward to getting the finished product. The photos so far look great

charlie cleveland · 03-07-2013, 08:14 PM

brian is a very talented man with wood...ive watched all the pictures hes posted of his work and its shows of a man of great talent.... charlie

B. Dudley · 03-07-2013, 08:58 PM

Thanks for the kind words bob.

Mike Phelps · 03-08-2013, 07:10 AM

Brian has my VH too. Do you have any before\after pictures Bob?

Bob Jurewicz · 03-08-2013, 09:01 AM

I didn't think of pictures. I don't have a camera with me. I took one with the Iphone but it's not very good.
Bob Jurewicz

John Farrell, Charter Member #33 · 03-16-2013, 01:44 PM

I sent the 1930 VHE with the broken stock (shown here) to Mr. Dudley with a piece of feather crotch walnut I had in my shop for restoring the gun. The workmanship and finish in the rehab of this orphan Parker is a joy to behold. The refit of the bent and twisted lower tang, the spur buttplate and the Parker shield are all done with the care of a true craftsman. The finish is exactly what I was anticipating to bring out the beauty of the wood. A tip of the hat to Brian for a well done restoration of this 80+ year old gun.

Dennis · 03-17-2013, 11:31 AM

John,

That is a beautiful piece of wood and great workmanship on Brian's part. He did well for you.