...that's what I'm calling it anyway. New member joining to show and ask about this custom rifle I will be receiving soon. Made by J.T. Haugh, on a Ballard action. In .25-20 Single Shot, I can't imagine using it for anything but small game, but I love the way it looks in the seller photos.
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Of course the first thing I will determine is is the Ballard action a cast or forged type. I hope forged. I already reload for .25-20 SS.
Next is are the sling mount holes made for a standard American sized swivel.
And importantly, what size scope rings will work on it? I want some elegant, lever type quick detachables. I have an old pre-centering Weaver K4 to go on it. What rings do you think would be best? Are the dovetails on custom rifles standarized enough to buy rings now and hope they'll fit? I'm looking at flat-bottom Kimber types...but should probably wait and measure the quarter rib.

Happy to be here.

Last edited by AZshot; 09/22/25 02:51 PM.