engraving in memory of...

[Guest firstcoues80inches]

i have recently inherited a 30-30 modle 94 winchester. it was my grandpas and he passed away on sunday. may he rest in peace. i want to engrave it in gold with his main phrase, "whats up doc." and his birthday till death date, any suggestions on where to go. should i shoot the rifle for his memory or should i put it in the closet? i want to shoot a deer and elk in his memory because he loved that gun and killed many animals with it? any suggestions?

casey

[CouesWhitetail]

Casey,

 

I am sorry to hear your grandfather passed away. But it is great that you have his gun, what a great way to remember him! I don't know a good engraver, but I think that is a great idea. And I would NOT put it in the closet, I would use it and add memories to it. It's a great way to take your grandfather hunting with you. I have a shotgun from my father (who is still alive) and I love using it, knowing that it was his.

 

Amanda

Edited January 1, 1970 by CouesWhitetail

[Arizona Griz]

I too don't know of an engraver, but if you want to continue to shoot it I think that would be great. Take care of it and pass it along to one of your children when the time comes.

Arizona Griz.

Edited January 1, 1970 by Arizona Griz

[Prohunt]

Casey,

I think I would follow everyones advice and use that rifle. My Grandma just gave me a Wichester pump .22 that was my Grandfathers. He passed away before I was born. My Grandma and Dad used it for many years. I'm going to fix it up and when my kids are old enough to appreciate it I will give it to one of them.

 

Travis