I feel privileged to own a custom NULA in 7mm-08 with Melvin's 25th anniversary signed action. It's a sub moa gun as you'd expect. It was a pleasure working with him. RIP
Thanks for do this ,I seen a add in a hunting magazine when I was in high school in texas, I fell in love with the rifles ,I own a model 24 and I love it, plus my father's family are from west Virginia so it makes it little special,!
Yes…great tribute. I had no idea he had passed. I had the pleasure of having several phone conversations with him and own two of his Model 20s. True art and genius in the gun world and a true gentleman as well. RIP
Great Tribute, it really highlights a great innovator and his story in the hunting industry. Hopefully the new Nula brand rendition of the Ultralight Arms does justice to his legacy.
What a terrific Homily-Like tribute delivered with Jimmy Stewart-Esque honesty. I became aware of Melvin Forbes through the writings of John Barsness (sp) Rifle/Handloader. Can’t complement you enough on your videos, really enjoy them. Perhaps it is the North American, do it yourself honesty that I admire in all your adventures. While sharing a genuine love of family and God’s majestic wilderness through fine stewardship. This can’t be faked folks. Bravo!
I was aware of the Forbes rifles and their innovations, but regrettably just didnt get into them.😢. I did pick up an Forbes left hand 375h&h but just havent put it to work. I just wish my Forbes was an 30-06 as it would be lighter and far more useful and economical.
I sent for his brochure in 84 or 85 the price then was 1300.00$ I could not afford it at the time. I ended up buying a Remington Model Seven in 7MM-08. It worked out but I always regretted not buying his rifle. 🥲
I know Forbes used Douglas barrels, also from West Virginia. If I'm not mistaken Wilson Combat bought Forbes not long ago.
I feel privileged to own a custom NULA in 7mm-08 with Melvin's 25th anniversary signed action. It's a sub moa gun as you'd expect. It was a pleasure working with him. RIP
Thanks for do this ,I seen a add in a hunting magazine when I was in high school in texas, I fell in love with the rifles ,I own a model 24 and I love it, plus my father's family are from west Virginia so it makes it little special,!
Melvin Forbes - Pure Genius and Amazing Innovator!
Country Roads, Take Me Home! ⛰️ … West (By God) Virginia! ❤️
Let's go.....Mountaineers!
Yes…great tribute. I had no idea he had passed. I had the pleasure of having several phone conversations with him and own two of his Model 20s. True art and genius in the gun world and a true gentleman as well. RIP
Great Tribute, it really highlights a great innovator and his story in the hunting industry. Hopefully the new Nula brand rendition of the Ultralight Arms does justice to his legacy.
thank you both
What an awesome video I love to learn about arms makers I’ll keep my eyes open for Forbes made rifles with tell tale signs of his craftsmanship
What a terrific Homily-Like tribute delivered with Jimmy Stewart-Esque honesty. I became aware of Melvin Forbes through the writings of John Barsness (sp) Rifle/Handloader. Can’t complement you enough on your videos, really enjoy them. Perhaps it is the North American, do it yourself honesty that I admire in all your adventures. While sharing a genuine love of family and God’s majestic wilderness through fine stewardship. This can’t be faked folks. Bravo!
I live in pa not to for from wv border lot of hill country here. God bless 🙌 the man and his work 🙏
Good afternoon Greg! 🙏🙏
Welcome back!!! I have kept you waiting!
Melvin Was A Genius 😀
I have # 1 of first100 made ula 22 rimfire. I regret not ever getting a centerfire rifle from him.
I was aware of the Forbes rifles and their innovations, but regrettably just didnt get into them.😢. I did pick up an Forbes left hand 375h&h but just havent put it to work. I just wish my Forbes was an 30-06 as it would be lighter and far more useful and economical.
What size animals do you hunt with 6.5 remmington?
I have taken a whack of caribou with mine... it would be a good sheep choice too.
I sent for his brochure in 84 or 85 the price then was 1300.00$ I could not afford it at the time. I ended up buying a Remington Model Seven in 7MM-08. It worked out but I always regretted not buying his rifle. 🥲