I know nothing about these but holy cow I can respect the fact that these are beautiful pieces. Thank you for sharing
@jamescampbell9533
4 жыл бұрын
About four times what my house is worth.
@13lochie
4 жыл бұрын
Ah I've always wanted this video. Cheers usog. Hope all is good.
@zechnarwilliams8019
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, that is beautiful wood! I am a simple man and have simple firearms. Those rifles are gorgeous! Love your channel sir!
@pseudopetrus
4 жыл бұрын
They are works of art, not just a utility black rifle!
@pseudopetrus
4 жыл бұрын
@Me. Me I have shot a few black rifles and they were fine in the sense that they were quite accurate and totally functional, but for my own collection, they are all wood, just because I enjoy the wood, even banged up wood, it has character, and for me a sense of history.
@buckaroobonsi555
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful rifles! Thanks for sharing! You never have to apologize for working hard for what you want, being successful, saving up and spending your money that you worked for as you see fit!
@paulmoss7940
4 жыл бұрын
Wow. Truly a pinnacle in gunmaking art. Thanks for the views.
@trapdoorspringfieldmodel1888
4 жыл бұрын
That was such a treat to see such fine pieces of craftsmanship that are reminiscent of a Fabergé egg. I agree with your sentiments on color case hardening as I prefer simple clean lines. That having been said an engraving job can be spectacular as well and it all depends on the eye of the beholder. Guns like the ones you showed have a philosophy of all the little details being done right. That the actions are butter smooth, the balance is correct, wood selection is excellent, finish is perfection, etc. It isn't easy to convey such things because the medium of video is limiting. That you were able to convey your familiarity with firearms that are an experience unto themselves is impressive. Ultimately, thank you for sharing such "one-of-a-kind" fine firearms that are a privilege to see let alone own.
@chuckcook700
4 жыл бұрын
That's my idea of Art ! Beautiful !
@paulsimmons5726
4 жыл бұрын
Mike, you won't top this video for the "Wow" factor... EVER! Take care!
@manatoa1
4 жыл бұрын
That mini action is just beautiful. I think a gun like that in 22 hornet or something similar that you can just go out and hunt small game as the fancy strikes would be a source of lasting joy. I've always thought that the guns you use the most should be the best.
@uralbob1
11 ай бұрын
The Hornet would be the perfect chambering! The 250-3000 Savage would be another great suggestion!
@huckstirred7112
5 ай бұрын
I am sure you could squeeze a 30/30 in it .
@swkohnle08
4 жыл бұрын
Extraordinary collection Mike. Thank you for sharing these fine rifles. Cheers.
@redsky8509
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful does not begin to say how these rifles look, Amazing is closer but still does not convey the feelings of just seeing them.
@johnburnett5377
4 жыл бұрын
Those are something else, thanks for sharing.
@Magoo1039
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike - what beautiful rifles! Just out of interest please what does the Magnum Hagn weigh! I note you said the walnut was heavy in the tree , and is still heavy! Thanks. Mark C. New Zealand.
@infantilepillock1687
3 жыл бұрын
My grandfahter has bought Hartmann & Weiss guns since the 60s. Sadly he sold all of them shortly before I was born. I absolutely adore your collection. Especially the petite .223, a perfect roe deer rifle. Maybe someday I will have the wealth necessary for such beauties. Until then my recently aquired Blaser K95 Luxus (has seen only ten shots, bought it for 2.6k€ - quite a bargain) will do the hunting. Hunting as it it ought to be. Greetings and Weidmannsheil from Hamburg!
@marcoceccarelli6415
4 жыл бұрын
What a great video. Keep collecting your guns whatever makes you happy in life keep doing it because it's short.
@davidschaadt5929
4 жыл бұрын
Doggy says ," when are we going hunting "?
@garyK.45ACP
3 жыл бұрын
I love single shot rifles. I have a few in my collection. I inherited a bunch of Winchester rifles. shotguns and various other Browning designed guns (Remington Model 81, Browning A5s) from my grandfather, which gave me a big head start on collecting Winchesters...so that was the path I went. But, single shots are very elegant, often very beautifully finished and just great fun. Not to mention, for a handloader, very versatile. The arthritis in my back has ended my hunting career, but the last few years I was hunting I really enjoyed using my Ruger #1 Light Sporter in 7x57 Mauser. About identical to the Ruger in your video but for chambering. Your falling block double rifle is truly special!
@Morroes100
4 жыл бұрын
What an awesome collection. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. I completely agree with you about buying at least one or two fine pieces. I think every collector should have at least one rifle and one shotgun that will last generations. Guns with at least some element of hand making/finishing. Firearms that make you a little uncomfortable when you're purchasing them, but once you have them are something that you can go back to and appreciate for a lifetime, and someone else can appreciate for a lifetime when our time is up.
@ronlafitte6864
4 жыл бұрын
Mike, I am speechless! These are the most magnificent rifles I have ever seen. The wood to metal fitting, the attention to finish and engraving, the sure mesh of the actions....... If I owned one, I would probably sleep with it in my bed! I almost bought a Ruger Number One in 458 Magnum once but knew I would never get the chance to utilize it in a safari hunt. I love the wonderful wood stocks! I need to watch this again, several times! Thank you for a most wonderful video. These rifles are truly the apex of the gunmakers’ art.
@michaelbradley40
4 жыл бұрын
Human perfection, thank you for sharing these exquisite pieces of art.
@stevenkennedy4130
4 жыл бұрын
Incredible! Stunning!!
@stevecochran2677
4 жыл бұрын
Never owned a HAGN and probably wont ever. They sure are Beautiful, I have seen some in gun shops and private collections but I dont buy any gun that I would not take to the woods and possibly hunt with during rain or snow, and those beauty's I could not justify exposing to the elements. They are more like a work of fine art.
@mikehagan4320
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! I didn't know you were into Art. Beautiful pieces. Have you ever been to the N.R.A. museum in Virginia? Your video reminds me of some of those firearms. I have some guns that are airloom valuable to my Family only. But one you might find most interesting is a 175 anniversary Colt Peacemaker single action revolver. Has A Blued grip and Barrel. The Frame is Beautifully Color case hardened. I think Colt has Turnbull do there color case work. The action has been modified by Bob Munden with strengthened springs. And has Custom French Walnut Grips made by Roy Fishpaw. I Later was able to Study grip making with Roy. I am looking foreward to doing more grip making in the near future. I'm sure you have experienced Custom actions that are so fine yet give you absolute control. Not be any means hair triggered. Simply Smooth as glass and refined. That is such a Joy. Bob was the last one to shoot it and I'll keep it that way. I store it off premises in a security box. Another Great video Best Wishes! M.H.
@paulbuchbauer7002
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible, Mike. Bravo! I must ask, what's the double chambered in?
@babyhuey6342
4 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure it's 7x57R
@betchalife
3 жыл бұрын
Firearm pornography at its finest. Haha. Id have to have deep pockets or firearm insurance to even take one of those babies out of the safe.. imagine denting the wood or scuffing the finish 😵💀
@Iceaxehikes
4 жыл бұрын
9:57 you put a bowl on the floor to deliberately make a clang with the Jeager rifle didn't you?
@jimferro4054
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I also prefer guns made the old-fashioned way with wood and hand-fitted steel. Your collection is remarkable. To my mind, older guns, those made 50 to 150 years ago, even of the more pedestrian variety, will often have hand-finished and fitted qualities, which, although not comparable to your fine Hagens, are much more interesting than many of the plastic and sheet metal guns made today.
@bc30cal99
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, they brought back fond memories for me. Way back in the '80's at the Penticton Gun Show either Ralf Martini or Martin Hagn had a few actions in the white to show. The machine work really has be be seen and felt to be fully appreciated. While I did up a custom on a Ruger No 1 at one time, somehow I just never got around to doing anything on a Hagn action as yet. Who knows though, right?/ Stay well and thanks again.
@tonywaldman4944
2 жыл бұрын
I surely loved the small action but they all are something else beautiful
@GrainJB
4 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable craftsmanship! Probably the most beautiful I've seen... Lovely collection Sir!
@mytbig98
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful collection.
@kevinraimond7658
4 жыл бұрын
Nice gems!
@14goldmedals
4 жыл бұрын
Blued steel and nice walnut tells those around you that you appreciate a good firearm and probably know how to use it well. In my past I had to carry a sidearm. In those days we were issued S&W Mod. 10’s and Rem 870 pump shot guns. My tools always wore walnut grips and walnut stocks. Rubber and plastic was available but whenever I noticed a man looking at my sidearm and then he caught my eyes watching him, they always smiled when I gave them my best John Wayne nod. Now my old Sig P226 still wears the figured wood grip panels I added long ago. They’re showing their age but then again, I am too.
@tacocin
4 жыл бұрын
In a word .... exquisite! The shear beauty of these pieces is beyond words! Thank you so very much for sharing!
@jimnaz5267
3 жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing with us. beautiful. the actions seem so well made.
@bjornsvalling1066
3 жыл бұрын
What a collection of Hagns. I am stunned!
@Borntobife
2 жыл бұрын
Incredible pieces of craftmanship. Thanks for sharing and greetings from Argentina.
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Diego! All the best to you in Argentina!
@flintrichards945
4 жыл бұрын
Those rifles are absolutely beautiful works of the gunmakers art . Maybe a 9.3 x62 barrel that would be appropriate also definitely something classic. Thank you for showing us those wonderful rifles.
@yeahbee8237
4 жыл бұрын
7x57r or 6,5x55 I dunno why but for a singleshot I think a more flatshooting cartridge is a better fit. Love 8 9,3x62 but wouldnt wanna use a single on bear or moose
@zeekwolfe5781
4 жыл бұрын
You want to show off your guns, then a a quick download of ForgottenWeapons.com would be helpful..This video taught me almost nothiing except to move on to more informative videos.
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zeek - I appreciate your note.
@franks3509
4 жыл бұрын
Sublime. Thanks for sharing Mike.
@justinschmidt4692
4 жыл бұрын
I have meet Martin once, what a nice man who did not spend his time tell me how good his work is. I was holding his gun, and the gun spoke for him. Plus, the time he gave to me was very generous. I am glad to see some of his guns on KZitem.
@jeanmorin3247
4 жыл бұрын
Single shots are of a past century, even if they were made yesterday. Travelling in time is a great privilege, however. The Ruger No 1 is all I can afford, but it timetravels very well.
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
4 жыл бұрын
100% I agree. They are time machines.
@bobanderson6656
4 жыл бұрын
well done! Kudos to you for promulgating such examples of superb art and engineering. It seems guns in or near that category were more visible in my youth. Today, as you say, the interest has waned and this art is in danger of being lost or relegated to a few museums.
@kenaidog6974
2 жыл бұрын
The 500 A-square would be super as it uses the 460 Weatherby case. That is one fine rifle!
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kenai - You're right. The 500 is a total hammer. Flattens anything....a consumer grade .500 BMG. As odd as it may sound - a blacktail hit with the 750 grain bullet simply falls down. No pieces or anything dramatic - just "lights out" instantly - with the .5000 A Square. Not a speck of bloodshot meat. I have a hunch that is the case with most things the A Square encounters. I'd like a bolt in the .500 with a muzzle brake - the recoil is memorable. I wish you all the best my friend: good shooting, good health and family - the works. 🙏
@jiveturkey9993
4 жыл бұрын
Must take years of experience to be able to pick out the right pieces of wood to get those kind of stocks? Those things are pretty dang cool USOG.
@bigredone1030
4 жыл бұрын
Exhibition grade wood with a skilled woodworker is a marvel of man
@trapdoorspringfieldmodel1888
4 жыл бұрын
Hi. USOG did a video on custom guns a few years ago where he discusses wood selection. kzitem.info/news/bejne/04h9nI6ubGKqraA Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA also has a nice video on selecting stock blanks. kzitem.info/news/bejne/tW-Qz6Jqb4GVon4 Anyways, I hope that helps you on some of the basics behind finding the right pieces of wood.
@stephencormier9976
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Firearms Sir, Priceless Collection❣️
@georgeflutey838
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning rifles Mike. Thanks for showing. From New Zealand
@drichi07
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful rifles. You know when you have something that makes a Ruger Number 1 look plain and somewhat boring that you have something special.
@Magisktification
3 жыл бұрын
Love the walnut stocks. Such beautiful pieces!
@glabdo5000
4 жыл бұрын
Stunning!
@davidschaadt5929
4 жыл бұрын
I have to say that I've never heard of hagn rifles but they are beautiful classics. I'm 65 ,but I'd like to even get a Ruger no.1, someday.but I have some Parker shotguns ,and German g-43 and a luger and nambu ,so I can't complain ! But tysy are one of a kind!!
@michaelbarret1147
4 жыл бұрын
These are like a fine woman, but quieter! Thanks USOG
@lessharratt8719
4 жыл бұрын
OMG. I'm going to tell my wife that. NOT!!!
@jordanlittle5391
4 жыл бұрын
i really didnt like this channel when i found i but the topics kept bringing me back and now its grown on me
@mqa1963
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful works of art . Thank you for sharing .
@MrPh30
4 жыл бұрын
Very good video about the excellent rifles . Not to borrow the thread, but have you seen the the new Selous model, Pedersoli or Uberti .303 based on a 1885 HighWall?
@dandersonjr
3 жыл бұрын
Those are very handsome guns and you describe them with such passion it makes your video's most interesting and very enjoyable to watch. Thanks for sharing.
@aaronbuckmaster7063
4 жыл бұрын
They say natures first green is gold. The masterpiece of your gorgeous double is paired by the magnum and the light rifles. Those three rifles should be kept together as the crowning achievements of your intellectual passion, because they most certainly are. There is room for inspired additions to your Crown Jewels, but they do indeed bare all the hallmarks of excellence. High performance cartridge design is enjoyable and why I have some with my name on them. However, the rifles are the objects one finds pleasure in admiring and holding. I’ll watch this video many times. I have to add that these pursuits are very much artistic. I understand your residency to expound, because most do not have the appreciation. Having the same, I do understand and appreciate your artistic passion in the pursuit of knowledge and for what you have created in a mutually loved medium. Cheers.
@antitactical
4 жыл бұрын
I would just load the 500 A square with trailboss powder (cowboy action powder) and use lighter modern muzzleloader bullets. Make a very light load thats fun to shoot. I would love to have That small action in .22lr.
@aaronwilcox6417
4 жыл бұрын
What to say. Well I have a book with one of your rifles detailed in it. Actually it was a series of books about single shot rifles. Your choice of single shots certain are fine and I'm in agreement with exception that I'd put your Dan'l Frasier rifle on the same level. They are amongst the best of the best. Finally, I really appreciate the attention and praise you give the Ruger No.1, e en compared to these more refined singles. The No1 is just a marvel of a rifle in that its more readily available for less cost and its design is pretty darn good for a mass consumer product. One of my favorite rifles is an early No1 in 45-70 that has some nice wood on it. Its just nice to see you give those a hit of admiration as well. Ross Seyfried once remarked that if you could have an meeting of the finest single shot rifle artists to show up and have a meeting or convention you could hold it in an telephone booth. A small handful of talented folks.
@3ducs
4 жыл бұрын
They are works of art. The closest I have in concept would be my old Winchester Model 1885 in .22 WCF, a near relative to the .22 Hornet. It fires a .228" bullet, I make brass for it from Hornet brass and use an old Winchester hand reloading tool for making the rounds. I've been loading with 4F black powder but Trail Boss is something I'll look into.
@harleydavidson8380
4 жыл бұрын
I could listen to you talk for ages mate!
@busbystandup1337
4 жыл бұрын
Children dream about going to Disneyland... guns dream about going to USOG's house
@captainzeb1969
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful collection of seemingly priceless guns. I’m well into my second book by Peter Capstick Hathaway, “Death In The Silent Places” and a third titled “Sands of Silence - On Safari In Namibia” is on its way. Such riveting reading. All should collect these books as well as good firearms.
@deej9367
4 жыл бұрын
I love single shot rifles. Have you ever owned a heeren single shot rifle? I'd love to see a video of that action type
@babyhuey6342
4 жыл бұрын
Fine engraving is an art all its own. But I must agree that there is something beautifully spare and simple about a finely built rifle without engraving. It's easier to appreciate the forms and balance of the whole when you're not focusing on the decoration.
@boomstick4054
4 жыл бұрын
Contest!!! I got a new budget AR-15. You get 3 guesses,,what color is it???? You could win 250 free entries in my Black Gun Sweepstakes, taking place NOW in Level 2143 in the Multiverse. Good luck All!!!!!!! BTW, great guns, great presentation, USOG!
@stevedouglas5443
3 жыл бұрын
When you see quality, there's just nothing like it. The double rifle especially interests me. I don't remember if you mentioned the caliber
@robertboreman7672
4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful case hardning. Like the old Savages. I love them !
@matermangros
4 жыл бұрын
I would give my left... ..for that little jewel or the beast...but alas I'm but a poor old mtn boy of wiry years and the only dowry I could promise would be of tender care and board...thankyou for sharing your dream, they are penultimate works of the craftsmans art.
@wiregrassga
4 жыл бұрын
I love these falling block actions, so elegant and beautiful in both looks and function. I have a Ruger No1 Medium Sporter in .270 and it's my favorite hunting rifle. Being an early No1 it is blessed with a very fine figured walnut stock.
@timvest8141
4 жыл бұрын
Just simply beautiful.
@Omnihil777
10 ай бұрын
Wonderful, I actually find myself watching this maybe one time a year, strangely enough around Christmas :) Thank you!
@HebrewHammerArmsCo
2 жыл бұрын
Mine, Is a Winchester Highwall , Serial Number 11... 50-95 WCF. And i still shoot it once a year
@antidulvian666
3 жыл бұрын
Given ammunition scarcity having pieces in rare calibers is probably a fantastic thing!
@sooner5484
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. What a statment of perfection. If these don't bring joy the blood has probably stopped flowing in the veins. Cheers.
@garyevans3421
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing us these beautiful rifles! Double rifles will always be valuable from good makers because of the labor put into them in the regulation process which there are no shortcuts to to do it right. But, just as old British single shots are more valuable than doubles because of their scarcity. Your fine modern single shots are the apex of gun making art!
@cliveverburgt4288
4 жыл бұрын
I pant, salivate, dribble and sweat when confronted with such artistic symphonies. I would consider selling vital body parts, sacrificing my first-born or voting Democrat if I was in the USA. The dreams one has while dreaming are made of such desirables. Ooh groan.
@davidkarlsson9036
4 жыл бұрын
I love that jaegerrifle!
@nirfz
4 жыл бұрын
looks a bit like a Werndl but in "Hunting-outfit" (those actions were used for huntingrifles as well by the factory =Steyr) edit: found the video about it, it is a Werndl... kzitem.info/news/bejne/mWqirniYjIt8hJw
@tonnywildweasel8138
4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Thank you very much for sharing. Greets, T.
@ROE1300
4 жыл бұрын
An absolutely wonderful collection of beautiful (in all aspects) rifles. How can anyone not like single shot rifles especially ones of this quality. I drool in envy every time I see that falling block double rifle, that was a tremendous project.
@citizenpmd565
4 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, absolutely stunning firearms.
@gbaughman3348
10 ай бұрын
Another video that is older but I truly appreciate it and your humble mannerisms. I have owned several fine guns over the years, but never of these grades. I do blame you for rekindling a strong passion for singe shots, I hope it doesn't steer me too far from other passions I have, like doubles and drillings. 😊
@creightonsmith5333
11 ай бұрын
I believe classic single shot rifles are truly the most beautiful and fastest handling of any rifle design. When I lived in Switzerland, I recall these actions are popular there with custom gunsmiths. I noticed some stocks have the checkering pointed up and some don't. I once had a custom rifle stock checkered with flat diamonds, I sent it back to be pointed up. Seemed to me that the purpose of the checkering is to give you a better grip on the stock and thus should be pointed up. But then everyone is entitled to their opinion.
@Hungrybird474
3 жыл бұрын
Some of the prettiest girls I’ve ever seen . Probably the nicest guns I’ve ever seen. Thank you for sharing
@woodenbeast9337
3 жыл бұрын
Winchester/Remington 72A Need complete bolt can you help?
@jimf1964
4 жыл бұрын
Fewweeee! They're all so beautiful, but I spotted the stock on that magnum instantly. What a gorgeous piece of wood, and workmanship on it! Really lovely pieces. I remember seeing one or two from before on other videos, from another topic. The case hardening was very interesting too. Ive never seen it done so decoratively before. It's the sort of thing that the more you look at it, the more you appreciate it.
@dougzhuang2948
3 жыл бұрын
They are such beautiful pieces of history and art!!! Thank you for sharing them here!
@stephensmith4480
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this Mike. There is only one word to describe those very fine Rifles, exquisite. They are truly Beautiful, a work of art and something to treasure and enjoy.
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
4 жыл бұрын
Pretty amazing what can be accomplished : )
@bigclyde6351
4 жыл бұрын
There are guns to hunt with and guns that are a pure pleasure to own and admire the beauty and workmanship
@norman102745
4 жыл бұрын
Do yourself and the audience and shake loose a few bucks to buy a decent microphone.
@martinstiastny7679
3 жыл бұрын
Your 223 - BRAVO !!! Absolutely beautiful and actually practical. You can certainly enjoy that rifle year round.
@martinstiastny7679
3 жыл бұрын
There is a beautiful book out on the Ruger Number 1, I'm sure that you're aware of it. I've had the pleasure of "fondling" some custom Rugers. Some with false sidelocks, and they're gorgeous. * My preference is for "varmint" class calibers. I have one in 6mm Remington, which is nice, but I also have one in 225 Winchester that is my favorite. An essentially forgotten cartridge that is not quite a rimmed 22/250, but lots of fun to shoot.
@rodfast8196
2 жыл бұрын
That double is something else . Absolutely beautiful.
@mdirtydogg
4 жыл бұрын
These falling block rifles are so elegant. You, sir, are a man of taste.
@Tikkarifle
2 жыл бұрын
If I could only own one firearm, it would be that 223.
@bradleyswasey6778
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your fine firearms with us. What a treat. Take care.
@pseudopetrus
3 жыл бұрын
A gun can be so much more than just shooting, art, history, science, all food for thought on a cold winter night. Thank you for sharing these exceptional rifles!
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
3 жыл бұрын
Special in many ways; from all the people that write me I know guns are valued world wide - even in places where they are technically not allowed. Probably one of the most enduring machines and valued as art too. Interesting combination of values. Thanks for the note.
@LUVDOGS1954
4 жыл бұрын
Great to see you enjoy what you have earned!
@UnitedStatesOfGuns
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Lou.B
3 жыл бұрын
So interesting to learn from you about the 'evolution of species' in gun designs. In this video it was especially impactful! And to also hear of your involvement if bringing them to life! Thanks for your work.
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