A new gun case or perhaps from the same maker the lady would also like a toiletries train case with trays French fitted to hold Lalique perfume bottles? John, a gift perhaps?

A shooting trip would require both. Made right in Kansas.

Or perhaps something a little less?

John, I was just at the KTP on Sunday picking up a trigger lock. My friend Sabrina (trap shooter) was back in the shotgun corner trying on a Browning shooting jacket when I found her. Good to know senior whatevers in the right places.

Big D, no I haven't been to the Gilley museum, though I have heard of it. Unfortunately, I am normally in SW Harbor on work time, but I might get there via boat next summer, affording me more time to browse.

Oooo, what pretty cases. There is a leather shop right in town that does some nice work, I may "commission" a soft case from them. I like being able to pick the hides and hardware myself and am a fan of simplicity. Suggestions on attributes of a soft case? I am assuming some padding, felt lined? flannel lined? wool fleece lined? Interior straps and pockets? A commercial design that people like?

Bruce, is that alligator on the hard case? The "hard" leather cases look lovely and are probably easier to load and unload than a soft case. I have to admit that I am probably a bit of an anomoly, I have only one purse . . . and no serious cosmetics case. Don't ask about shoes tho.

Hey Pam..!

Yep - if you are ever in KTP - just ask if "John D." is around, OK?? Most folks know who I am - and after they roll their eyes - probably let you know if I'm around..?? However, my wife has always told me she can hear me on the 1st floor even before she comes up to the Firearms Department - but, I'm not sure what's up with that?? I've been trying to break out of my habitual shyness..?? :)

I am never having you meet my wonderful wife. I always thought a couple of pairs of "good sturdy shoes" were enough..??? I'm thinking she is trying to achieve a "group buy" price on all hers - with the "group" being just her..??

Anyway...

I just processed your PGCA On-line Membership.....

WELCOME TO THE PGCA!!!!

:cheers:

John

Virginia Master Gunsmith
 

Hello,
There is a master gunsmith in Rocky Mount ,Virginia that worked for Galazan and Ithaca.He is from Ferlach Austria where he trained.Gunther Pfrommer is the best "doubles" man that I have ever had work on my guns.
He recently repaired a 1927 Ithaca for me that was doubleing,actually hand made new sears.He replaced all springs and cocking rods as well.
Very fast turnaround

phone is 540-484-5555

Thanks John. The shoe thing just crept up on me somehow, I have to admit that I have 3 pr of hiking type boots (good sensible shoes and my favorites), 4 pr of riding boots (my second favorites), the rest, well, are "work" or party shoes. Why there are so many? Like I said, they just sort of accumulate, even with those of us that are pretty sensible, so go easy on your dear wife. I expect she can counter with a quick calculation on the number of guns, from what I have observed with a number of friends, those accumulate pretty quickly too. ;)

That one is owned by a close friend, and no, its Cape buffalo. The hard cases protect the gun. A period correct case for Parkers is a leg of mutton case, the second one. The fellows up there can help you find one. They are attractive, protect the gun and are not costly. Old ones will need some leather repair and rejuvenation. I will too.

Pam: If you make and line your own case with felt, just make sure it's wool and not cotton or anything else that will absorb and hold moisture.

Him Pam,
I was with Jones-New York and Nine West for 20 plus years.
Our slogan was, "A woman can never have too many shoes".
God bless all of you,you kept me in guns and groceries.
Bill Faulk