Passing of C.S. "Nick" Ferris

**John Beard** · 09-22-2023 04:37 PM

I am deeply saddened to report the passing of a very dear friend and associate, C.S. "Nick" Ferris. Nick was the foremost authority on the Rock Island M1903 rifle and the U.S. Model 1917 Enfield Rifle icon

. Nick was also a nationally-acclaimed marksman. Nick passed away on 12 September at the age of 90. He and I collaborated on those subjects and conducted joint research at the National Archives in College Park, MD. I was honored to host Nick for a visit in my home and he and Mid reciprocated and hosted me for a visit in his home. He will be missed. For those who would like to pay their respects, Nick's obituary appears at the following link.

https://www.gormanfh.com/obituary/CLINTONNICK-FERRISJR

J.B.

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**Benny65** · 09-22-2023 07:25 PM

It's sad to hear of his passing. I enjoyed his book on Rock Island Arsenal.
I really should pick up his book on the model 1917.

Benny

**pickax** · 09-23-2023 08:26 AM

I too am saddened at Nicks passing. Looks like a life well lived though, and another tree
planted is the least I can do.

**Promo** · 09-25-2023 03:53 AM

Very sorry to hear on this. Prayers for his family.

**fjruple** · 09-25-2023 09:40 AM

His M1917 book is a great reference. I would encourage anyone interested in the M1917 to read especially the reference notes. Mr. Ferris will be sorely missed. My prayers to the family. He will be remembered for a long time to come by this community.

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