Some people still think Tasks of  gunsmithing as a throwback to the Wild West. There are those that don’t realize that today’s gunsmiths are highly respected artisans and skilled professionals.

What Do Gunsmiths Do on a Day-to-Day Basis?

Many gun owners entrust gunsmiths with the care of their firearms. There is more to gunsmithing than just repairing firearms. Gunsmiths customize, restore, and perform enhancements to guns.

At Jacksonville Gunsmith, we frequently help customers improve the performance of their guns. Some want custom parts or special designs.

Broken or cracked gun stocks, trigger work, barrel threading, scope placement, refinishing rusty old guns, or adding special customizations are projects gunsmiths commonly see. Sometimes a gun is damaged by fire and the gun owner wants it to be restored.

There is a lot of variety in the work of a gunsmith. Not every gunsmith provides every service, but most gunsmiths can recommend an expert if they cannot provide the service.

Gunsmiths usually sell guns. Part of the day may be spent helping customers find the firearm that meets their needs.

Gunsmithing Business Tasks

Gunsmithing is a business, and so the daily responsibilities of running the business require time. Marketing, invoicing, customer service, and special orders sometimes take a substantial part of the day.

There is a surprising amount of paperwork involved when a customer purchases a gun. Background checks are required. A good gunsmith enjoys answering customer questions about a variety of firearms-related topics.

How Do Gunsmiths Learn the Skills Needed for Gunsmithing?

There are a number of different ways gunsmiths learn their craft. Gunsmiths share a passion for firearms and many started as gun owners and developed into gunsmiths as their interest grew. Most gunsmiths gained the variety of skills necessary to practice gunsmithing using a combination of the following.

Trade schools and community colleges may offer gunsmith courses and certificates. Some community colleges offer a two-year degree. Taking a formal program is highly recommended to get a well-rounded foundation of knowledge about gunsmithing.

Many gunsmiths served in the military before becoming gunsmiths. While in the military, they learned useful skills and techniques for handling and using firearms.

Many gunsmiths have apprenticeships or learn on the job. A certificate or two-year degree can be earned in a couple of years or less, but it takes several years to master the craft.

Gunsmiths Have Many Responsibilities

A gunsmith must be knowledgeable about many makes and brands of guns. Mastery of many different skills is necessary to perform modifications, customizations, repairs, or to improve the gun’s performance.

Jacksonville Gunsmith provides expert service for your gun. Visit our Jacksonville Gunsmith website to learn more or schedule a repair or service.