The JB weld type stuff on the FH could have been Rocksett. It is used with some suppressor mount FH's and brakes. The best way to get that off is heat or soak it in warm water for an hour. I have seen people do all sorts of things with the FSB taper pins. Some put them in right to left , some go left to right, and I've even seen some that oppose each other. There is also still companies using straight pins. We use green loctite on the taper pins before we install them.



 

... too many AZHTF pinned posts

Jeff @ Arizona Armory made me two beautiful guns...his shop is in the back of another business - worth digging it out.   He does custom finishes, and makes great guns.  Couldn't recommend him more.  Good prices too.   He's the man

What about here in Tucson?

Nelson is dual skill Wizard.

Smith&Wesson wheel guns, he can do magical things., just as with 1911's.

The custom work he did on a S&W so my tiny wife could use it reliably, was simply unreal.

If you're in Tucson, Travis Polinger at Diamondback LE Supply is the best gunsmith in town for just about anything, and he does some amazing cerakote work as well. He takes a while to get your stuff back to you as he's a very busy man, but his work is top notch. He's the only guy I trust to touch my firearms.

I'm shocked to see the absence of LRK Mechanical on this list. It's by appointment only but their work is second to none!

727 Brannen Ave
Prescott, AZ 86301

Check out their website or Facebook for photos of the work they do. They also do cerakote.

I'm looking for SBR gunsmith in phoenix for Thompson semi-auto.?
 I can't seem to reach Az Armory (Jeff)?

If you are On the west side he a good guy that will do anything to help.

https://www.google.com/search?q=avondale+gun+smith&rlz=1C9BKJA_enUS802US802&oq=avondale+gun+smith&aqs=chrome..69i57.6758j0j8&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8#istate=lrl:iv&rlimm=16156739504500739010

Any updates on the east side of PHX metro?

Can anyone recommend a smith in west valley that can fit a Glock barrel?

What do you mean by fit a barrel?

They’re just drop in parts..

Some barrel companies like Bar sto for example make semi drop in and match fit barrels that need fitting. They offer maximum lockup which should translate into greater accuracy.

Not sure if thats what he has or if he's running into tolerance stacking issues and thinks he needs to fit the barrel.

Any recommendations for reblueing a revolver? Looking to get a barrel swapped, a little pitting cleaned up and the whole gun refinished. Preferably in the East Valley.

Thanks.

Looking for a gunsmith who can work on a 1873 Winchester in the Yuma area. Having some ejection problems. Bolt will pull the cartridge out of the chamber but won't ejected it out of the gun. Can anyone advise ? Thanks

Any Flagstaff or Kingman recommendations?

Kind of a necro post but Accuracy Speaks is good if you are into competitive shooting and Derreck is a very talented shooter, he has done a lot to further the shooting sports and I have nothing but respect for that; however, The guy there literally told me that my Noveske QD endplate was on backwards when it clearly was not. After that, he staked a castle nut for me and the guy staked it towards the receiver (wrong direction). Not to mention that they treat you like you are a complete tool if you want your castle nut staked or your gas block pinned. Fortunately, I made a square punch so my staking is close to Colt factory staking now anyways. Second time I used them, they treated me like I was a dipshit because I wanted Rockset on my suppressor mount. I have nothing but respect for his qualifications as a shooter and I appreciate everything he has done for the shooting sports but unless you are looking to compete, there are other options. People bitch about Ken Elmore, his prices, and wait times but everything he has ever done for me has been perfect every time with no questions asked. I don't claim to be an expert but I did have a M4 armorer’s certificate from Colt at one time so I am not totally clueless on how this stuff should be put together. (Yes, I should have taken care of that stuff myself instead of going to that place).

Any new gunsmiths in the E Valley?

Yeah, I'm also looking for a good AR gunsmith in the East Valley.  I'm in the Queen Creek/San Tan area but anything in the East Valley would be good.

I need someone legit and reliable.

I wouldn't let geography dictate what gunsmith to use if you are looking for the best.  Talk to Mike Korstrange at Magnum Mike's (602) 793-5003.  He is at 27th Ave. and Dunlap.

Any Garand smiths in the west valley?

Still searching for a reliable AR gunsmith closer to the east side.  I need the barrel changed on one of my uppers and I need a muzzle device pinned and welded.

I'd like to avoid having to mail it out if possible.  Thanks!

Wright Armory Mesa has always been a a go-to spot for anything that is above my skill level.  Not the cheapest place in town, but they are most likely the best.

Thanks!


Edit:  The guys at Wright Armory treated me right and got it done quick.  It wasn't cheap but I'm really happy.  The 14.5 inch barrel might not seem like much of a difference compared to the 16 inch but for me it's a big deal.  I've been wanting to do this for a long time and I'm glad I was finally able to get it done and I didn't have to ship it out anywhere.  Very nice.

Glad to hear Wright Armory got you taken care of.  They just opened up a second location inside of C2 Tactical in Tempe...glad to see they are expanding.  Like I said, not the cheapest place in town, but very likely the best for all around gunsmithing, repair, and customization.

Looking for someone who can properly prepare and reblue an old Marlin 336SC.

I’m in N. Phoenix.

Thanks!