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gunsmith
A gunsmith is a person who repairs, modifies, designs, or builds guns. This occupation differs from an armorer. A gunsmith does factory level repairs, renovation (such as applying metal finishes), and makes modifications and alterations for special uses. Gunsmiths may also apply carvings, engravings and other decorative features to an otherwise finished gun. The environment in which all this takes place often varies depdending on the specific locality, with some gun stores featuring one or a handful of individuals while others resemble large scale specialty shops.
I have just received a Ruger Vaquero that was handed down to me from my father that passed away some time ago and the trigger has small rust spots on it but other than that it's in excellent shape. I would really like to have a professional gunsmith take it apart and clean it up as well as...
I know this is probably not the correct section to for this but im not sure where else to put it.
Anybody have actual contact information for velzey that mentioned in many posts on here?
If so, can you please send me a PM with his info.
Thanks
About three years ago I finally discovered my calling in life: to design and build firearms. Ever since then, I've been trying to get my foot in the door every chance I get – almost any position would do to start – but so far I've been unsuccessful, so I'm reaching out here for ideas.
I've...
I just got my rifle back and I am thoroughly pleased again! I met Tim through the forum. He goes by Velzey. We had talked about threading and compensators and he advised a Holland. I could not be more happy with his work and choice of compensator! Now he just cerakoted my rifle and to no...
Merry Christmas everyone!
I need a recommendation for a top-rated gunsmith to thread a brand new Remington 700 Long Range (300 WinMag) barrel. I would also prefer a gunsmith that can professionally install the brake and align properly with bore.
Pierce County / Bonney Lake, Orting, Puyallup...
I had S&W completely restore a K22 about 6 years ago. It came back looking great but not functioning correctly. I returned it to have it corrected. When I got it back I just put it in the safe and never shot it. I just took it out and noticed it has the same problem. Basically the trigger...
Just got back from a visit with @Velzey who has been working on one of my Bullseye guns:
a 1918 vintage Model of 1911 customized by Bob Chow sometime in the late 1940s (one of his early pieces). Velzey replaced the spring and sear, etc, and gave it a thorough going over. Nice guy and does good...
Can anyone recommend a gunsmith with 1911 experience in eugene/surrounding areas to put a bobtail on my ruger commander? not wanting to travel out of state nor go clear across state either and i don't feel comfortable mailing my 1911. I've tried to set something up with Sheperd Arms in...
Short story: So way back when I was 12 years old back in '91 my pop would take me to plate shoots and combat matches every weekend. This was my 'race' gun. It's got a 2.5-ish pound trigger, polished feed ramp, etc. It's unfinished and ugly but it's reliable and has some sentimental value to me...
Looking for recommendations for a gunsmith in the Hillsboro/Aloha area, need to have a rear sight fitted to a 1911 slide.
Any one have a favorite gunsmith in the area?
Howdy folks, I'm in need of a recommendation for a good gunsmith in the Beaverton/Portland area. I'm willing to travel about 45 minutes, may drive up to an hour if that's the best option.
I'm looking to have some mill work done to mount a burris red-dot on a glock with a set of suppressor...
I have a Tikka T3lite chambered in 300winmag. I want to have the barrel threaded and install a muzzle brake/ suppressor mount. Anyone either do this work or know someone who works on Tikka rifles.
Recently I purchased a Century HK93 clone on this forum. The rifle appeared to be in excellent like new condition with the seller stating that the rifle had issues while firing brass ammo and reloads. The price was fair and decided to buy the rifle. It did have those issues, the rifle would fire...
Is there a gunsmith close to Olympia who is recommended? I need a barrel cut, drill, pin and install a front sight. If I need to travel further I guess I have no choice.