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  1. K

    Gunsmithing gunsmiths of color

    Re: gunsmiths of color One more time. This is a simple question it isn't about rather a white or black gunsmith can do the work we all agree that its the workmanship of the gunsmith that counts. I am just asking if any one knows of a gunsmith of color. there is no hidden agenda. it should...
  2. K

    Gunsmithing gunsmiths of color

    Re: gunsmiths of color I just want you to know the thread wasn't meant to cause any uproar it is just as the original posting put it, a question about gunsmiths of color. I didn't mean it to become a big deal, I was just looking to see if anyone on the board had known of any. I don't think...
  3. K

    Gunsmithing gunsmiths of color

    I was aksed a question today by a young man looking to start into the gunsmith trade, he wanted to know "if there were any gunsmiths of color" the following was my reply "As to gunsmiths of color in over thirty years as a gunsmith and having contact with hundreds of smiths throughout the world I...
  4. K

    Gunsmithing HALP!! I need a gunsmith's opinion!!!!

    Re: HALP!! I need a gunsmith's opinion!!!! I have a rifle that has a barrel made from two pieces, the smith I got it from made these barrels for several years, except they are not rifled in the extension. The barrel stock is cut and threaded than put back together, the barrel is drilled and...
  5. K

    Gunsmithing XXXX

    Re: OLYMPIC ARMS .223 AR-15 accuracy problem Over the years i have sold many hundreds of oly arms products and they are some of the best AR type rifles made, their pistols are real good. they haveone of the best repair policys in the industry. Sight the gun in at 100 yds and than see what...
  6. K

    Gunsmithing Aspiring Gunsmith

    Re: Aspiring Gunsmith Look into TAOGART www.taogart.org gunsmith apprenticeships is what they do. They can help you set up a plan and can in some cases help you find a sponsor. The cost is free you can't beat that.
  7. K

    Gunsmithing fitting gun for handicapped shooter

    Re: fitting gun for handicapped shooter All very good ideas. I just received a suggestion from one of our first year gunsmith apprentices (also the youngest apprentice in the program 16 yrs old) that I think will work, it uses a bullpup trigger configuration with a pistol grip on the forearm...
  8. K

    Gunsmithing fitting gun for handicapped shooter

    We have been asked to help set up a hunting rifle for a young man who lost his right hand and has a prosthetic hook from the wrist down. I have built several rifles for handicapped people even some for paraplegics and we have set up some strange but safe and affective devises. but this one...
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  9. K

    Gunsmithing how to become a gunsmith? (in GA)

    Re: how to become a gunsmith? (in GA) Give these guys a try they can help you get into a apprenticeship program or at least get you started, they charge nothing for their help. I have worked with them for several years as a volunteer and they really go out of their way to help. www.taogart.org
  10. K

    Gunsmithing Canjar trigger

    I am trying to find a couple of Canjar triggers for Enfield, Mauser, and Rem 700 any ideas?
  11. K

    Gunsmithing old barrels

    I am looking for some rifle, pistol, or shotgun barrels especially barrels showing throat corrosion, damaged chambers, or any other problems for the gunsmith apprenticeship program. We will cut them open to use as training aids. Please pm me for more info.
  12. K

    Gunsmithing gunsmithing school

    Re: gunsmithing school I hope by gunsmith school you are talking about a brick and mortar school not a correspondence school. While some correspondence schools like AGI can give you a basic understanding you get no hands on experience. Depending on which state you are in their are gunsmith...
  13. K

    Gunsmithing Looking for gunsmithing machinery

    Re: Looking for gunsmithing machinery I have been in this business for a long time and I don't know many smiths who use CNC equipment unless they are in the manufacturing end. The equipment is to expensive and takes to long to set up for simple gunsmithing. But there are lots of surplus...
  14. K

    Gunsmithing Can a muzzle brake effect accuracy?

    Re: Can a muzzle brake effect accuracy? I have found if installed correctly they won't hurt accuracy, If you handload it may mean you will have to work up a new load because the muzzle break will effect the barrel harmonics. I like them because I like to see the hit.
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