BHE at Jaquas

[Steve Huffman]

I was just wondering if you guys/gals think if that gun left the factory with the dog with bird in mouth on the tigger plate ? It almost looks like it is missing something. Also how long would it take a engraver back then to do a gun like it ?

[Dave Suponski]

The gun looks factory done to me.It was probably ordered by the buyer to be engraved as such. I think the engraving is fantastic! As far as how long to do it I have no idea Steve.

[Dean Romig]

Maybe Geoffroy Gournet or Ken Hunt will come on and answer your question.

[scott kittredge]

nice gun ,i love the pigeon and dog, scott

[Austin W Hogan]

I have had the opportunity to examine some engraving close up, using microphotographs. As I remember, the 16 ga Invincible had about 30000 engraving strokes per square inch, and the frame was completely covered; a "full canvas" as Geoffroy says.
There is a lot of "empty canvas" on that floor plate, and little relief or shading when compared to the dog on the side of the frame. The time spent depends on the individual engraver; but there are more strokes on the sides of the frame than the floorplate.

Best, Austin

[Rich Anderson]

I believe this gun belongs to one of our members.

[Chris Hoover]

Thank you for the compliments on the gun . My dad passed 10 years ago and we just took his guns to Jaquays at xmas to sell . The thing that is most impressive is the wood . I think it is on of the nicest pieces I have seen .
My BHE has 2 english setters flushing a grouse it doesnt have much more on it than this gun. My BHE is a year older than this one . Tell your friends about the gun my mom wants to make sure these guns get into hands of people who love side by sides .
Yours in hunting Chris Hoover , Manitoba Canada We also have some LCS a Hammer Purdey and a VH for sale as well .

[Gill Frye]

Somebody must have snapped it up because its no longer listed on the site.....that sure didn't take very long.

[Chris Hoover]

Just checked still there go to www.jaquas.com..... gunlist .... stock # 117657 and then click on go .

[Chris Hoover]

Steve here is the tigger plate on my B grade . Sorry for the poor photo

[Jared Valeski]

There are 8 people in line for the BHE listed on Jaquas site. At least that is what I was told when I called this afternoon.
JJV

[Dean Romig]

Eight potential buyers in the wings... Hmmm, maybe an auction would have been a better choice?

[Chris Hoover]

Price just went up:rotf: .

Thanks to eveyone for the intrest my Dad would be proud . Chris

[scott kittredge]

i don't know what number i was on the list but, they just called me and it is going to be resting at my house soon and i can't wait to see it :corn: scott

[Jared Valeski]

Scott.
If it is as nice as the pictures show,with no issues, I believe it was well bought.
JJV

[Dave Suponski]

Scott,Maybe you should send it to me so that I may"pre-inspect-it" for you.At no charge of course because we're friends....Right?.....:duck: Congratulations,I love the engraving on that B

[Dean Romig]

Where are you Cow-Hampshire guys gettin' all this money . . . you printin' your own??

Congratulations!! Helluva gun - can't wait to shoot it.

[E Robert Fabian]

Hey, that's some comment coming from the guy with the new 410.:cool:

[scott kittredge]

GO getem Bob, :knowbetter: Dean i'll let you shoot mine if i can shoot yours :rolleyes: scott

[scott kittredge]

Scott,Maybe you should send it to me so that I may"pre-inspect-it" for you.At no charge of course because we're friends....Right?.....:duck: Congratulations,I love the engraving on that B

Dave you are the man,:cool: i'll have shipped out monday, need your address. let me know if it is all they say it is,than ship it up to me or i'll pick it up from you at the PA shoot in june :eek: thanks again scott

[Dave Suponski]

Scott,As I am sure you know these inspections take up quite alot of time I think I will have completed the inspection by the time Hausmanns roll's around....2012 that is! :rotf:

[scott kittredge]

Scott,As I am sure you know these inspections take up quite alot of time I think I will have completed the inspection by the time Hausmanns roll's around....2012 that is! :rotf:

WHY YOU, i should :dh: :eek: scott

[Dean Romig]

It's a deal Scott. Are you New Hampshire gents going to Addieville? We can do it then or in Barrington - whatever is good for you.

[Dave Suponski]

Ya... Scott thats an even better idea you could bring it to Addieville when you guy's come south or just to show ya what a good friend I am I will come to Barrington and pick it up...:) Just tryin to help here buddy....:rolleyes:

[scott kittredge]

i'll have to run this by bob, turkey is open you know, i would like to go, i'll try my hardest to get my bird early :rotf: scott

[Dean Romig]

If Bob's your guide, you'll limit out early.

[E Robert Fabian]

That's if the dumb luck I had last year holds out.

Off to the 10ga. trap shoot this morning at Major Waldrons.

[Pete Lester]

Where are you Cow-Hampshire guys gettin' all this money . . . you printin' your own??

It's the extra money people here have leftover from not going to the dentist or buying toothbrushes and toostepaste :rotf:

[John Dunkle]

Dave you are the man,:cool: i'll have shipped out monday, need your address. let me know if it is all they say it is,than ship it up to me ....Scott - when you and Dave are all done inspecting my gun - please send it back to me, OK? Thank you... John

[scott kittredge]

Scott - when you and Dave are all done inspecting my gun - please send it back to me, OK? Thank you... John

Now where the hell did that come from :duck: we all know john you don't have any guns, those are my guns :rotf: scott

[Jay Gardner]

Stopped bu Jaquas this afternoon on my way to Indy and had a chance to fondle the BHE. Wow, beautiful gun and the engraving is special. It will make a heck of a phez gun. Might be a little heavy for grouse but... Great gun.

[Rich Anderson]

It was my understanding this has been sold to one of our New England members. It's still there????

[Chris Hoover]

As far as I know it is on the way to Scott K . I havent heard from Scott to see if he is pleased with it . Chris Hoover

[scott kittredge]

hi guys, still waiting :corn: , i'll keep you posted, scott

[Dave Suponski]

Scott,You DID have it sent to Connecticut.....Right....:bigbye:

[Dean Romig]

I understand John Dunkle actually purchased it but knowing he would likely be out of the country, had it shipped temporarily to Scott.

[Jay Gardner]

It was my understanding this has been sold to one of our New England members. It's still there????

It's sold, just waiting to get packed to ship.

[scott kittredge]

I understand John Dunkle actually purchased it but knowing he would likely be out of the country, had it shipped temporarily to Scott.

ok Dean you too:dh: scott:rotf:

[Brian Dillard]

Well that does it...I was number 6 on the list that's obviously going no where!!
Congrats Scott.

[scott kittredge]

Well that does it...I was number 6 on the list that's obviously going no where!!
Congrats Scott.

i think i was 4th or 5th on the list when i called on tuesday. they called me friday around 5 pm at 5:05 it was mine. should be in today i'll pic it up friday on the way home from work(going to be a long day at work:banghead:)thank you,
scott

[scott kittredge]

well it was long day at work today knowing that my "new gun" was about 15 miles away. what a NICE gun, never seen one like it and like new. i'll try to get out sat. to shoot some trap or sun for some skeet. i'll keep you posted on the scores. thank you:bowdown: Chris and tell your Mom the same. scott

[Dave Suponski]

Aw Geez.... They sent it to the wrong address...:crying: Hey Scott can I at least shoot it a little before ya send it to Dunkle?...:rolleyes: Congratulations!

[scott kittredge]

Aw Geez.... They sent it to the wrong address...:crying: Hey Scott can I at least shoot it a little before ya sens it to Dunkle?...:rolleyes: Congratulations!

Dave, you can shoot it all you want and i'll keep it from Dunkle just as long as he had mine :duck: scott

[Dave Suponski]

Thanks Scott....:clap:

[scott kittredge]

well it was long day at work today knowing that my "new gun" was about 15 miles away. what a NICE gun, never seen one like it and like new. i'll try to get out sat. to shoot some trap or sun for some skeet. i'll keep you posted on the scores. thank you:bowdown: Chris and tell your Mom the same. scott

well, i shot skeet today gun shot great, i fell apart again toward the end of each round :banghead: too much pressure:vconfused: gun is a keeper! scott

[Dean Romig]

We'll swap guns for a round of skeet Scott - I'll shoot your new BH and you'll shoot my .410 Skeet-er... what could be more fun than that?

[scott kittredge]

We'll swap guns for a round of skeet Scott - I'll shoot your new BH and you'll shoot my .410 Skeet-er... what could be more fun than that?

Dean ,you are on, now i 'll have a good reason why i shot like sh#t :rotf: can't hit them with a 12 should do even worse with a little 410 :crying:. when it warms up we will do it. can't wait: scott , Ps your twin brother Dave is also welcome too :bigbye:

[Dave Suponski]

:eek::throw:

[Dean Romig]

Hey Dave, I'm just as insulted as you are!

[Dave Suponski]

Looks like Scott got two for the price of one....:biglaugh:

[Chris Hoover]

Scott ,
Found a letter from Galazan dated 1992 when dad bought it stating the gun is in original condition . I am looking for some photos of dad with the gun I know it has knocked down some ducks and geese in manitoba . It is with heavy heart that the gun has left the "Hoover" gun cabinet but I am glad it is in good hands . Scott you are welcome to Manitoba anytime for a goose or duck hunt . Chris Hoover

[Steve Huffman]

Well I guess I started this thing so all I have to say is I never stood a chance on this gun but I thought it was a beauty when I saw it . Glad all is well and eveyone is happy. Also Chris could you post some more pictures of the one you kept ?

[scott kittredge]

Scott ,
Found a letter from Galazan dated 1992 when dad bought it stating the gun is in original condition . I am looking for some photos of dad with the gun I know it has knocked down some ducks and geese in manitoba . It is with heavy heart that the gun has left the "Hoover" gun cabinet but I am glad it is in good hands . Scott you are welcome to Manitoba anytime for a goose or duck hunt . Chris Hoover

Chris, i want to thank you again, i would love to keep all of the gun's paper work together so when it is time for me to pass it on :crying:to the new owners will have some history to go with it. Now the duck hunt in manitoba :) if i can pull it off some day i would love to . thanks scott

[scott kittredge]

Well I guess I started this thing so all I have to say is I never stood a chance on this gun but I thought it was a beauty when I saw it . Glad all is well and eveyone is happy. Also Chris could you post some more pictures of the one you kept ?

steve, yes you did, and IOU a thank you too:clap: this is one nice gun that you guys are getting sick of me talking about it :duck: thanks for letting me bend all your ears scott

[E Robert Fabian]

Scott's letter on his BHE, I managed to send it to my pictures to down load it. He asked me to post it.

[Bill Murphy]

Scott, does the setter really have a bird in its mouth. I can't make my computer show me the bird?

[E Robert Fabian]

Here ya go Bill,

[Bill Murphy]

Thanks. I was looking at the B Grade floorplate that was pictured on page 1 of this forum. Wrong gun. The bird in mouth is wonderful.

[Bruce Day]

Very nice. A no excuses, epitome Parker to be cared for and treasured. Congratulations.