Keith Heppler
Stockmaker

Keith Heppler began his career in custom gun stockmaking in 1955 after four years in the US Navy. His stockmaking activity was part time until 1977 when the opportunity came to work full time in the business. Even today after 33 plus years, Keith continues to enjoy his career.
Keith works with the finest English, French and Bastogne walnut that can be found. He utilizes the finest stockblanks and profiled stocks to his specifications. Keith also likes to use the best in 98 Mauser, pre-64 Model 70 Winchester, Dakota, Ruger, Hagn and Kimber actions.

A member of the ACGG since 1986, Keith also belong to a number of other organizations that promote hunting and guns.


Photography by Tom Alexander.