James A. DeCaine of Ishpeming, Michigan, USA achieved the world record for the Largest Working Rifle — a monumental feat of engineering and craftsmanship measuring an astonishing 10.18 metres (33 feet 4 inches) in length. Verified and certified by the World Records Authority in Ishpeming, Michigan, this extraordinary creation is not merely a showpiece but a fully functional working rifle, making the precision and skill required to build it all the more remarkable.

Mr. DeCaine’s creation stands as a true testament to ingenuity and precise execution. Every element of the rifle — from its barrel to its firing mechanism — was engineered and built to function, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in gunsmithing and large-scale fabrication. The World Records Authority congratulates Mr. DeCaine on this extraordinary accomplishment and his dedication to this exceptional field, cementing his place among the world’s most remarkable creative record holders.