User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 2:49:38 AM EDT
[#1]
Location may narrow the list. Have you checked at your lgs? I would assume a local shop would have an employee or know of a local smith.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 8:18:31 AM EDT
[#2]
john Thomas at retro arms works
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 8:26:43 AM EDT
[#3]
Quote HistoryQuoted: john Thomas at retro arms works |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 8:53:26 AM EDT
[#4]
Also adco
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 9:32:12 AM EDT
[#5]
I’ll second the adco recommendation.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 9:52:37 AM EDT
[#6]
Another vote for Adco
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 10:13:56 AM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryQuoted: john Thomas at retro arms works This over ADCO x 1000 |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 12:04:35 PM EDT
[#8]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This over ADCO x 1000 Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: john Thomas at retro arms works This over ADCO x 1000 Both are excellent and fast. I will always use ADCO because they offer more options that I need. Finishing being one of them. There is no reason for me to split the work order and pay shipping twice. Currently ADCO has reduced gunsmithing options until the COVID-19 hysteria dies down. I'm waiting for full service to resume. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 4:42:41 PM EDT
[#9]
I've used both John Thomas and ADCO with good results, but JT is still my number one go-to guy.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 5:53:11 PM EDT
[#10]
Quoted:... I currently don't have the ... time to put it together myself.... It takes about the same time to box an upper for shipment as it does to assemble one. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 5:55:13 PM EDT
[#11]
I’d look at dwilson mfg too.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/22/2020 11:48:50 PM EDT
[#12]
I just sent a DSA barrel to JT to fix, and he was unsure in something i wanted done so he called me. It was great finally talking to him, and his work is fast and communication is excellent.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/23/2020 5:44:24 AM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: john Thomas at retro arms works He gets my vote as well. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/23/2020 10:51:50 AM EDT
[#14]
JT or ADCO are where mine get sent...
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/23/2020 1:51:06 PM EDT
[#15]
Post in your hometown forum here about needing help with an upper. I've helped a few locals that needed the tools..
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/23/2020 2:44:01 PM EDT
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted: john Thomas at retro arms works He’s got my 14.5” right now to p&w a yhm brake. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/24/2020 9:58:02 PM EDT
[#17]
Another vote for John Thomas. His communication with you about whatever you send him, turn around time and quality of his work is top notch. His pin and weld jobs are amazing. He will be my go to gunsmith for anything I need done.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/24/2020 10:17:47 PM EDT
[#18]
Rainier Arms us about the best in the biness.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 10:17:14 AM EDT
[#19]
All this time that takes to mail something out, or drop something off, drive over to pick it up, even just posting this message, and looking over recommendations, etc.
You could assemble a dozen complete rifles in that time. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 11:26:23 AM EDT
[#20]
Quoted: I have a upper I want to be put together by a gunsmith. I currently don't have the tools nor the time to put it together myself.  OP was pretty damn clear....
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 4:11:31 PM EDT
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted: All this time that takes to mail something out, or drop something off, drive over to pick it up, even just posting this message, and looking over recommendations, etc. You could assemble a dozen complete rifles in that time. OP said he does not have the tools. I agree, it’s easy, with the action block, barrel wrench, torque wrench and small tools, but without them, impossible. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 8:41:53 PM EDT
[#22]
John Thomas pinned/welded two barrels for me. You can’t even see the welds. Top notch work and quick turnaround.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 8:45:20 PM EDT
[#23]
John Thomas followed by Adco
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 9:08:00 PM EDT
[#24]
deleted
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 10:13:44 PM EDT
[#25]
I'm not familiar with any AR-15 gunsmiths in Spain....and not sure the import/export headaches would be worth it.
Unless OP is lying about his location of course. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 5/27/2020 10:44:46 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryQuoted: john Thomas at retro arms works |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/28/2020 10:13:59 PM EDT
[#27]
Quoted: John is the man for sure. I sent him a fresh flat top, DSA 14.5" M4 barrel, Larue FF rail and a BCG to assemble and his spacer and pin and weld. He got it late Tuesday and I got an email today late afternoon saying it is in the mail back to me. Can't wait to get it. It should be delivered next Tuesday. Only thing is the mail is super sloooooow now. |
|
|
|
Posted: 5/28/2020 10:19:58 PM EDT
[#28]
John Thomas at Retro Arms Works for sure.
|
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
.jpg)
