Just wanted to say that this is really cool! We looked at the VG15 but again the sheet metal was going to be a problem. If you have already got 60 rifles in the works then you are exceeding our production capacity! We are working on the type I right now and between that and the type II we have our hands full. Would love to - and may - do the stg 45 but from looking at this project, this mans version of that weapon would probably be closer to "correct" in the sheet metal parts dept than ours.
As well, I see people wanting original bits like the fluted chamber, roller delay locking, etc. and I have a penchant for wanting to "work around" those kinds of things. This comes from fond memories of reloading striated HK brass and reading the development nightmares/time spent getting the roller delay thing right - from end of WWII Germany through Spain and back to Germany - especially when trying to do so for anything but the SPECIFIC load/cartridge it was designed for.
Nope, I am trying to make them as close to possible but have no problem trying to make them more forgiving, easier to live with shooters as thats what we are.
And the dedication involved in getting sheet metal dies/parts made right and working together is what keeps a simpleton like me at arms length. : ) I admire this project and would be proud to call it my own. It would be cool to own one - whats the projected price? And alas, the truth is that we are just past a glorified garage shop now......... Thanks to all that shoot our products and keep us in business!
Rick