C. Harris PA Squirrel Rifle by Jim Filipski

Photos supplied by Jim Filipski.

Mitch Yates and the moderators over at American Long Rifles web site have made a very special rifle for the upcoming CLA fund raising auction. This Dickert style rifle was designed to pay tribute to the legendary “Hunters of Kentucky” and their expliots at the Battle of New Orleans under Andrew Jackson. The rifle has a special "Alligator Horse" silver inlay, and silver presentation plack affixed inside the bottom of the patch box. Starting with a stock from Dunlap Woodcrafts, a barrel made by the Getz Barrel Company, a lock from Jim Chambers, brass hardware donated by Reaves Goehring, and barrel inletting done by Mark Wheland, Mitch Yates built and finished this outstanding rifle. The board moderators at the A.L.R. web site also played a part, both in giving physical assistance and moral support to the building of this "show stopping" rifle. Tom Curran did the special engraving, Rich Pierce professionally polished the metal work, and the rest of the moderators purchased assorted materials. Photographs of the finished rifle were taken by Jim Filipski, and they say it all. You will not want to miss seeing this rifle at the show.

For more information about the auction or CLA membership please visit: Longrifle.

Photos by Jim Filipski and text by TC Albert. "Hunters of Kentucky. Or Half Horse and Half Alligator." 1815. The Filson Historical Society.

English Fowler by Jim Filipski

English Officers Fusil or fowling gun

Getz 42" .62 cal barrel Built 1990

Copy and photos supplied by Jim Filipski.

Issac Haines Style Pennsylvania Longrifle by Jim Filipski for Bob Recher

Images from Jim Filipski.

Custon "Heavy Bullet" Flintlock Rifle by Jim Filipski

This is a long range "big" Game hunting Rifle, fireing a 600 gr. slug. Custom designed from my pattern.

A special rifle for a good friend.

.50 cal. 36" Ed Rayl Fast twist Barrel / with bullet starter

Copy and photos supplied by Jim Filipski.

Jim Filipski Bag and Accoutrements

The bag and the accessories were made in 1993. It has been my favorite bag & my companion for many years. The repairs were dictated by it's heavy use!

Photos provided by Jim Filipski. More of Jim's work can be seen at his web site.