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Roger Ferrell and Mark Swanson

This rifle was commissioned by a collector of Frank Wesson rifles with a goal of creating a quality reproduction of the original Wesson No. 1 Long Range rifle as a tribute to Frank Wesson. The owner of this rifle is also writing a book on Wesson Rifles. The Wesson design is based on Alexander Henry’s falling block action. The most unique feature on the rifle is the treatment of the octagon flats at the breech of the action. All work, including the exquisite American Black Walnut stock, was done in the Georgia shop of Roger Ferrell except for the engraving. Mark Swanson executed that portion of the project. The tang and heel sights are exact reproductions of original Wesson sights that the owner had fabricated specifically for this project. The front sight is from Montana Vintage Arms. The rifle is chambered for the .45-100 cartridge.

Barry Lee Hands

Shown here are two examples of the artistry of Montana engraver Barry Lee Hands. Considering that he’s about the same age as my son, it’s remarkable that he has progressed so much in such a short time. A very versatile engraver, he can do most any style of engraving, and do it very well indeed.