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Any combination of rimmed calibers can be cut for your cowboy shootin' needs!

 

Oh boy, here we go! I've been asked and asked to get off my rump and offer my loading blocks for sale on the wire. well here they are! Introducing what I lovingly call the Hurricane block! I have two block sizes. one for 38 and smaller, and one for 44 and larger. You will receive a block based on the LARGEST caliber you request, to ensure no crowding. My blocks are made from 1/2" (bottom) and 1/4" (top) furniture grade solid Oak and can be stained in either a gun stock finish or a dark oak finish. If you have particular finish you'd like, please let me know and I will do my best to accommodate the request. I can offer plenty of photo examples of my work, and have lots of happy customers! Blocks run $25 each, discounts for large orders.

 

Visit my site for more information: http://aviator41.wix.com/hdeck, shoot me an E-mail at aviator41@cox.net, or PM me right here on the board!

  • Any rimmed caliber can be cut, up to three separate calibers per block (2 pistols, one rifle)
  • up to 15 (sometimes 18) characters deeply engraved on the top, Most folks choose their SASS alias or number.
  • If you have vector graphics that you're wanting engraved, I am happy to accommodate and will make every effort to satisfy your request.
  • Order one block or 100, I can custom make an order. They make great raffle prizes and shooter gifts at large events.
  • Orders of 5 or more will receive discounted shipping.
  • PLEASE NOTE: I HAVE RECENTLY CHANGED HINGE DESIGN using a larger Chicago screw.

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Set of 32-20 blocks for Doc Hostetler
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Shooting events large and small can be accommodated. This block was duplicated 27 times for LSTR. (Oak finish shown)

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Vector Graphics can be engraved

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Example whipped up for an infamous Character here on the wire!

 

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45 Caliber Block

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and finally, the blocks that started it all:

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Two currently available finishes (oak and gun stock)

 

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Very nice work, HD. I'm thinking you're going to be very busy for awhile.

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Some might fine looking blocks there...

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Back to the top for a great pard and product. Waiting on mine to arrive

Wild Bill, I finished your block yesterday (along with 55 others). They dried overnight and will go to final assembly this evening, in the mail tomorrow!

 

Same here!

Lemieux, yours left Saturday. Should have it shortly.

 

I am now caught up on all orders placed prior to Land Run.

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Can't wait to see 'em!

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The one with the Chili Pepper is so cool!!

 

I ordered one from your website. I just want the engraved Chili Pepper.

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Did you say mine was sent out? I haven't received it yet, but I also have a pretty lousy mail carrier. That or she is punishing me for all of the bullets I order.

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Got mine, love the elk!

 

I'm anxious to try them out!

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Redwood, I'll check orders in the morning. It's either on it's way or will be by the end of the weekend. I've been seriously overloaded with orders and am working my fool-head off to get them all filled! I'm thinking it's on the finish rack ready for final assemby and shipping, but I could be wrong!

 

I've made over 500 blocks already. SHEESH! My poor little CNC machine is running 18 hours a day cutting, milling, engraving - I think I need an upgrade!

 

Maybe someday I'll make a video so you folks can see the contraption (as the wife calls it) of a machine that makes these beautiful blocks. Not only did I make your blocks, I made the machine that made your blocks! Including the electronics and computer interface. Most of the computer boards were etched by me, soldered by me, tested by me. . . the only thing that commercially purchase is are the stepper motors.

 

but I digress. . . I equate it to the ice machine Doc makes in the final "Back To The Future" film!!!

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Redwood, I'll check orders in the morning. It's either on it's way or will be by the end of the weekend. I've been seriously overloaded with orders and am working my fool-head off to get them all filled! I'm thinking it's on the finish rack ready for final assemby and shipping, but I could be wrong!

I've made over 500 blocks already. SHEESH! My poor little CNC machine is running 18 hours a day cutting, milling, engraving - I think I need an upgrade!

Maybe someday I'll make a video so you folks can see the contraption (as the wife calls it) of a machine that makes these beautiful blocks. Not only did I make your blocks, I made the machine that made your blocks! Including the electronics and computer interface. Most of the computer boards were etched by me, soldered by me, tested by me. . . the only thing that commercially purchase is are the stepper motors.

but I digress. . . I equate it to the ice machine Doc makes in the final "Back To The Future" film!!!

I was going to ask you if you used a Carvewright or similar machine. I'm very impressed that you built it yourself, even the circuit boards.

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I just got my loading block and it's awesome! Mine was 45 colt pistols and 44wcf rifle. 45 colt rounds will not fit in the 44-40 holes. I tried haha. Now even I can't screw up at the loading table. Thanks a bunch. I really like the quality and the design a lot

Posted · Hidden by Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217, May 21, 2015 - OP Request
Hidden by Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217, May 21, 2015 - OP Request

Hello Hurricane Decks,

 

I can see your selling loading blocks now, they are very similar to our original design we have been selling through the chronicle and to Cowboy Shooters Supply for 5 years now, are you taking credit for this design??? Please refer to our ad in chronicle and our website www.oldwestjdk.com.

Dusty Dee & Rusty Rider

Posted · Hidden by Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217, May 21, 2015 - Reply to hidden post
Hidden by Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217, May 21, 2015 - Reply to hidden post

I have the custom CAD files for the design I use. I developed the block from scratch. I do not own, nor have I handled one of your blocks, though I have seen it on the web.

 

The only comparison I have is from customers who have both your block and my block. Apparently the similarities end at the basic outline of the block. They're not even the same size.

 

It's important to note that I have paid to post on the merchant corner as well. It would seem to me that the only links that would be appropriate on a commercial post would be those secured by the guy that paid for it.

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order placed for qty 2

 

Thanks,

 

Rusty Two Guns

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Had the privilege of making a few blocks from some very special wood for a fellow Pard. He sent me three slabs of specialty wood, Two Bubinga slabs and one Purpleheart slab, and told me to make as many as I could. Here are a couple of photos of just three of the eleven total blocks I was able to make for him. Very proud of these, they turned out great!

The buyer asked that they be left unfinished so he could apply boiled linseed oil, so I wet them down for photos.

Purple heart:

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Bubinga

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Together

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Those are great. I didn't know we could get different wood. I might have to have you make me another one, only this time with redwood because, well....................

 

By the way, I should have read the instructions. My 45 colt rounds wouldn't fit in the slots. I thought that I might have to open up the holes a bit. Then I read about leaving it in the sun to dry out and now they fit. You know what they say about us men and following directions.

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Redwood,

 

Glad they're fitting now. They will loosen up a bit more with use. The stain I use was chosen because of how deeply it penetrates the wood.

 

The downside is that it can swell the wood slightly. the upside is that they wear really well.

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Those are really nice.

 

I think its great that SASS has gifted folks who use their talents that enhance our shooting game.

 

 

..........Widder

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Had the privilege of making a few blocks from some very special wood for a fellow Pard. He sent me three slabs of specialty wood, Two Bubinga slabs and one Purpleheart slab, and told me to make as many as I could. Here are a couple of photos of just three of the eleven total blocks I was able to make for him. Very proud of these, they turned out great!The buyer asked that they be left unfinished so he could apply boiled linseed oil, so I wet them down for photos.Purple heart:purpleheart1_zpsvvxqpc5n.jpg Bubingababinga1_zpsa2chxbsk.jpg Together

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Could you make me some out of Claro walnut if I went you some?

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Hi Yul,

 

most likely yes. As long as it's dimensional lumber a minimum of 3/4" - 1" thick.

 

Minimum dimensions for stock to make a single block is 3" x 10"

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I'm going to look through my hundreds of pieces of scrap and see what I can come up with this week and I'll be needing your mailing address.

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Got them yesterday.

 

I'm very happy with them!

 

Thanks!

 

Rusty

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Got mine this week. They are beautiful and the quality is better than the pictures made me expect. Look forward to using them this weekend.

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