Kittitas George
Gold $$ Contributor
Finding a real gunsmith is difficult. A real gunsmith is 1/3 fine machinist, 1/3 artist and 1/3 listener, communicator. The number of years of QUALITY EXPERIENCE is a big factor. I'd like to shoot a gopher way over yonder, not spray the area. Also I want my project completed in a timely manner, not wait for years. I was told a Rem. 700 trigger exchange would take 3 months, a half hour job, he didn't last 3 months. Poor business skills. I've known and used quite a few over 60 years, personality and politeness do count. Talking about your project and hobby should be a good, ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE, not upsetting. Get references, look at previous work, it is YOUR decision if it is GOOD ENOUGH, you are paying the BIG BUCKS. I've been using Blagg Rifles in Pendleton for a number of years, very good work, re-barrels, in a timely manner.