SoCal gunsmith wanted
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redrider03
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SoCal gunsmith wanted
Hey guys. I have a replica 1886 Winchester and I want to have a gunsmith check it out. I think the firing pin might be a little long. But anyway. Do you guys have any opinions or experiences u want to share? Thanks
Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
No, I'm between 'smiths right now. So, if you find a good one let me know.
Jeepnik AKA "Old Eyes"
"Go low, go slow and preferably in the dark" The old Sarge (he was maybe 24.
"Freedom is never more that a generation from extinction" Ronald Reagan
"Every man should have at least one good rifle and know how to use it" Dad
"Go low, go slow and preferably in the dark" The old Sarge (he was maybe 24.
"Freedom is never more that a generation from extinction" Ronald Reagan
"Every man should have at least one good rifle and know how to use it" Dad
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El Chivo
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
There's a guy in Van Nuys I might try out; he's not a gun shop, just a smith, and seems to be busy. He talked me out of a job I was considering. I would try him myself next time I need it. Stop in and see what you think. He probably won't answer the phone, and he's closed Fridays.
Dean Wilkerson
15735 Strathern St.
Van Nuys
818 988-7266
Dean Wilkerson
15735 Strathern St.
Van Nuys
818 988-7266
"I'll tell you what living is. You get up when you feel like it. You fry yourself some eggs. You see what kind of a day it is."
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Shasta
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
I'm on the wrong end of the state to help you with finding a gunsmith, but I am very curious as to what your rifle may be doing that makes you suspect a too long firing pin? 
There's plenty of experience right here on the Leverguns.com forum, maybe a little more information could lead to some answers.
SHASTA
There's plenty of experience right here on the Leverguns.com forum, maybe a little more information could lead to some answers.
SHASTA
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new pig hunter
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- Location: SoCal
Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
where in SoCal ?? north of LA, or south of LA ??
Jim Hoag in Canoga Park (San Fernando Valley) ......
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hoag-gun-works-canoga-park
or in Simi Valley, contact Tim The Owner at Fort Courage Armory. They have a gunsmith who did some excellent pistol work for me .....
http://www.fortcouragearmory.com/Our_Staff.html
down in Orange County, Evans Gunsmithing .....
http://www.egsw.com/home.htm
Cheers,
Carl
Jim Hoag in Canoga Park (San Fernando Valley) ......
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hoag-gun-works-canoga-park
or in Simi Valley, contact Tim The Owner at Fort Courage Armory. They have a gunsmith who did some excellent pistol work for me .....
http://www.fortcouragearmory.com/Our_Staff.html
down in Orange County, Evans Gunsmithing .....
http://www.egsw.com/home.htm
Cheers,
Carl
Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
I've had some work done at Hoag. Danged good work. Darned long wait time.
Jeepnik AKA "Old Eyes"
"Go low, go slow and preferably in the dark" The old Sarge (he was maybe 24.
"Freedom is never more that a generation from extinction" Ronald Reagan
"Every man should have at least one good rifle and know how to use it" Dad
"Go low, go slow and preferably in the dark" The old Sarge (he was maybe 24.
"Freedom is never more that a generation from extinction" Ronald Reagan
"Every man should have at least one good rifle and know how to use it" Dad
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seasidehunter
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
Wow - Handy info as I live right here in LA
you rekon those guys can cut a dovetail if I want to extend the tube on 1895G 45/70 to a full length tube?
not sure I would consider doing it myself - and shipping my gun allover the place just makes it cost twice as much.
thanks
you rekon those guys can cut a dovetail if I want to extend the tube on 1895G 45/70 to a full length tube?
not sure I would consider doing it myself - and shipping my gun allover the place just makes it cost twice as much.
thanks
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Griff
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
In OC try Lee's Gunsmithing. I've had him work on my cowboy guns... top notch. Tell I said call... or not... your choice.
Griff,
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AND... I'm over it!!
No I ain't ready, but let's do it anyway!
SASS/CMSA #93
NRA Patron
GUSA #93
There is a fine line between hobby & obsession!
AND... I'm over it!!
No I ain't ready, but let's do it anyway!
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redrider03
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
Hey guys, I live in the Inland Empire so if you know of any closer then let me know but thanks so much for all the help so far. Anyway just so you know why I am thinking that the firing pin is too long check out my picture. Let me know what you think. Thanks!!
P.S. These are with Federal 210s and a trapdoor load in my Chiappa 1886.
P.S. These are with Federal 210s and a trapdoor load in my Chiappa 1886.
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new pig hunter
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Re: SoCal gunsmith wanted
redrider,
We can fix that minor irritation. We'll meet halfway: in Chino. Bring the bolt, I'll bring the necessary tools and diamond file. Lunch at my favorite restaurant (Centro Basco). Then properly fortified with lunch and wine, we'll have no problem making that firing pin a wee bit shorter !!
A pal of mine recommends a fellow in Hemet: Jeff Tandy. His phone may be: (951) 927-2574. Word is that Jeff is a former Marine sniper, so he should have some good knowledge.
Another recommended gunsmith, Gruning Precision, in Riverside:
http://www.gruningprecision.com/
Cheers,
Carl
We can fix that minor irritation. We'll meet halfway: in Chino. Bring the bolt, I'll bring the necessary tools and diamond file. Lunch at my favorite restaurant (Centro Basco). Then properly fortified with lunch and wine, we'll have no problem making that firing pin a wee bit shorter !!
A pal of mine recommends a fellow in Hemet: Jeff Tandy. His phone may be: (951) 927-2574. Word is that Jeff is a former Marine sniper, so he should have some good knowledge.
Another recommended gunsmith, Gruning Precision, in Riverside:
http://www.gruningprecision.com/
Cheers,
Carl