I've had 5 rifles built by G.A. Precision.

Pro's:

-They do great work, The rifle will most certainly shoot better than you.
-Their turnaround is very reasonable compared to many others.
-The pricing is pretty good when compared to other big-name smith's.
-They frequently have many components (including McMillans) in stock.

Con's:

G.A. Precision has become quite popular over the past several years and can be very difficult to get a hold of. The best method in the past of getting a hold of George (the owner/head smith) was via PM on Snipershide, but he's spending less time there as of lately also. The last rifle I had built (summer of 07) was spec'd out entirely via PM on Snipershide-I never spoke to George once, but you better believe that I got a phonecall when it was time for payment. Since I've had other rifles built by them, I didn't let it bother me as I knew the quality of work would be exceptional and the biggest thing was that he had everything needed for the build in stock. With that said, I can see why people-especially first time buyers-would be pissed and look elsewhere.


I've also had work done by Jered Joplin and Dave Walker at Patriot Arms.

PRO's:

-I think their attention to detail is better than what you'd get at GAP.
-I've never had a problem getting a hold of Jered to talk with him about having work done.
-The pricing is pretty good.
-The turnaround isn't too terrible, but with 2 smith's working vs the 6 at GAP-it's slightly longer

Con's:

-You frequently have to supply most all parts as they don't keep a lot of things in stock.

With Patriot Arms being so close to me (45min) as well as being easier to get a hold of, I've been using their services as of lately and feel priveleged to call Jered and Dave friends.

Randy @ R&D Precision (HateCA) built my first precision rifle.

I cant say enough good things about him and his work. I laid out what I wanted and what I had for a goal and he steered me away from some fluff I didnt really need, and Im glad I heeded his advice. Comms were great, he dropped me a line when most of the major steps were done to let me know how it was going. Only con was the wait, but that goes with the territory. He is not currently taking new work until the end of summer though.

R&D Precision

Jered @ Patriot Arms Inc

www.PatriotArmsinc.com
706-367-8881

only smith ill use. his attention to detail is second to none. never seen anybody so anal about it, he will not let a rifle leave until it looks as perfect as it shoots. and the way his rifles shoot is another story all in its own. im not the greatest shooter by any means, but when i do my part (not often) i have no problem shooting 1/4-1/2MOA.

IMO all of the top smiths build great, accurate weapons. but Jered just gives you a heartwarming feeling when he will actually call YOU up, and just shoot the shit for quite awhile. ALL while knocking out builds in a timely fashion.

plus his crew bill, and dave are nice people aswell.

I will give Randy @ R&D Precision my endorsement

He made the process painless, spent countless time with me discussiong pros and cons of pretty much option available, did all of the work for a very fair price and did bang up work

I too will start with talking about GAP. George and the guys there are great and really make kick ass guns! We have quite a few of them here at the shop and they truely are second to none.

Another maker that does great work is Patriot Arms, we also have more than a few of their rifles and they too build awesome guns. Just like GAP the guys at Patriot arms are all great guys and are a pleasure to deal with.

Trevor

I have had 14 or 15 rifles built from George. What can I say GTG. I got one being built now as we speak. I will probably send a couple more this year but Im running out of things to be built. GA is the best there is. Do not hesitate.

Rich

Originally Posted By FutureMarineSniper: I was wondering if anyone knew a company that will custom inlet a McMillan A-4 stock. I have the original stock that the McMillan will to be inletted like.

What do you want it inletted for?

He meant for what action. What action/receiver is it inletted for now and what do you want to change it to?

it's for an airsoft gun based off a Remington M700. So thats why I need it hand inletted.

GA Precicion has my vote. One phone call and a couple of e-mails and I had a Rem 700/Schneider .308 barreled action to my local gunshop within 30 days. Fit and finish is first rate, accuracy is outstanding and the price was very reasonable for the quality delivered.

I have a lot of experience in amateur gunsmithing and like to do as much of my own work as possible--for good or bad sometimes--so the need for lots of back and forth communication wasn't so paramount. I know what I want and I place an order and get it.

GAP is a busy place--but so is any business that delivers top quality.

Terry Cross @ KMW - Long Range Solutions
http://www.kmwlrs.com/

I dont have his number info handy, I will update when I get it or if someone else has it thow it up here. He is out of Forest Hill, Louisiana.


Terry does incredible work and he makes an awesome bolt mod for rifles.

Frank White at:

www.compasslake.com/

Compass Lake Engineering is owned and operated by Frank and Theresa White.

Frank answered all of my questions via phone and email himself or through his wife Theresa. I had plenty since I was spending 1K on an upper alone. My extensive literary research regarding the best smith to purchase this product from concluded none other than Frank White (I hate to say it but I never heard of him or his business until I started my research and read "Black Magic" by John Feamster).

I bought a complete 5.56 upper, Krieger SS 20" heavy barrel, 1 in 8 twist, floating aluminum handguard. Right now it's the most accurate rifle I own. I'll buy another if I ever wear this one out.

Customer service is second to none. Frank and Theresa called me the day it was ready to ship and even went out of their way (while heading out of town for a trip) to find a FedEx service center to ship it overnight to me on a Friday afternoon so I would have it in my hands to shoot on Saturday.

I got it on Saturday as they promised and went through the break in process.

Here's what it's capable of:

www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=5&t=180607&page=9


No, Frank didn't pay me to post this.

Sheckie

Originally Posted By ultramagbrion: Originally Posted By FutureMarineSniper: it's for an airsoft gun based off a Remington M700. So thats why I need it hand inletted. you fail

That's pretty harsh.

But I thought the same thing. A McMillian on an airsoft?
out of

I am afraid we may have run off FMS.