To Be a Texas Gunsmith...

[charlesb]

A young man asked about a career in gunsmithing recently. He specifically wanted to know about being a "Texas Gunsmith".

I explained that the best way to get started was with one of the college courses that he had mentioned.

To be a "Texas Gunsmith" though, he would need three additional items: An eight-pound maul, a can of axle grease and a big screwdriver.

I suggested that he bring these items along for his first day in class, so that the instructor would be forewarned that he intended to be a "Texas Gunsmith".

[bearandoldman]

A young man asked about a career in gunsmithing recently. He specifically wanted to know about being a "Texas Gunsmith".

I explained that the best way to get started was with one of the college courses that he had mentioned.

To be a "Texas Gunsmith" though, he would need three additional items: An eight-pound maul, a can of axle grease and a big screwdriver.

I suggested that he bring these items along for his first day in class, so that the instructor would be forewarned that he intended to be a "Texas Gunsmith".

no vise grips or channel locks?

[ruger22]

Or an axe for stock work?

[bearandoldman]

Or an axe for stock work?

Damn near forgot woodworking tools, maybe a chain saw for roughing it to shape

[blue68f100]

Duct tape.... and a Larger hammer

[charlesb]

The eight-pound maul and the big screwdriver would of course handle any stockmaking chores. Then the can of axle grease gives you a waterproof finish with an attractive sheen.

You can use it on the stock, too.

[ruger22]

Let's not forget Super Glue for loose stuff, WD40 for lubing, and and a pint of black Rustoleum for quick reblues.

[Bullseye]

Don't forget the "J B Weld"!

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Bullseye