Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock works well for pistols or any post-1800 longrifles.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock's lock is handled as part of a kit order and does not need to be purchased separately when building a kit.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock uses a flint sized 3/4 inch by 7/8 inch.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock has completely interchangeable parts.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock measures 4.75 inches by .920 inches behind the fence.

Frizzens on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock are made of 1095 steel with a surface carbon boost heat treatment.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock has all critical parts machined instead of using investment castings, unlike other modern production locks.

Machining Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock results in a product far more precise and repeatable compared to current available locks.

The tolerances achieved with machining on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock are estimated to be an order of magnitude (10X) better than investment casting.

Fully machined components of Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock include the lock plate, tumbler, sear, bridle, sear spring, mainspring, and frizzen spring.

Investment castings are used for the frizzen, cock, and top jaw of Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock.

All critical surfaces of the frizzen on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock are machined or surface ground, including the bottom of the pan cover, sides of the frizzen foot, frizzen pivot hole, and toe of the frizzen.

Typical machined tolerances on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock are in the range of +/- .001 inch, with critical locations such as pivots held tighter.

Springs on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock are designed for optimum performance with a manufacturing process that guarantees a high degree of consistency.

The bridle on Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock is located with pins rather than screws for strength and precision.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock is made to order.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock is a Ketland style import lock from the 1800-1810 time frame.

Frank House offered critique and suggestions during the development of Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock.

Kibler's CNC Ketland Flintlock has a long lead time.