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Is there a list on the forum of the reputable, mid to top end Revolversmiths in the US?
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Here is what was recommended to me by Smith & Wesson when I inquired about some revolver repairs that they (S&W) do not do anymore.
"I recommend contacting the following Gunsmiths for more information:
Turnbull Restoration 585-657-6338
Bowen Classic Arms 865-984-3583
Duncan Gun Works – 760-727-0515
Clarks Custom - 318-949-0072"
"I recommend contacting the following Gunsmiths for more information:
Turnbull Restoration 585-657-6338
Bowen Classic Arms 865-984-3583
Duncan Gun Works – 760-727-0515
Clarks Custom - 318-949-0072"
There isn't a master list, but there have been many threads over the years discussing recommended 'smiths if you search.
What work are you looking to have done, and are you good with shipping or do you require someone near you?
Answer those questions and we can probably come up with some good names.
Otherwise, still active top revolversmiths include:
Frank Glenn, Accuracy Precision
Nelson Ford, The Gunsmith
Gemini Customs
TK Customs
Dave Laubert, Defensive Creations
Pizza Bob
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You may want to disclose where you are, geographically, in case there is a smith in close proximity.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
Adios,
Pizza Bob
Here's Nelson Ford's phone # 602 992 0050 He's in AZ and he does awesome work.
gwpercle
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I know of no list ... but , in Louisuana I take all my work to
Clark Custom Guns , Clark Custom Guns | Established 1950 | Princeton Louisiana
They have been doing top notch work on all handguns for many years .
They do trigger jobs that put a smile on your face you can't wipe off !
Gary
Clark Custom Guns , Clark Custom Guns | Established 1950 | Princeton Louisiana
They have been doing top notch work on all handguns for many years .
They do trigger jobs that put a smile on your face you can't wipe off !
Gary
AJ
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This is a good question. In my area there are none.
Circumstances not known though there was talk of health issues. Whatever the case, Pinnacle is closed.
Are they still in business? I've been trying to email and call them for almost a month. They haven't responded to my emails and they don't answer the phones.
On a related note I am happy that my search turned up this thread. I've had revolvers tuned by 3 different shops (including Clark Custom) and none of them seem to be in business any longer. I was searching for Nelson Ford and I'm happy to see the positive feedback he gets on this forum.
Has anyone used Nelson for a full action job?
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Yes, and they are smooooothe.
He normally chamfers the outside edges of the trigger, and also
adds a trigger-stop.
I have not, but based on the numerous excellent reviews he gets from people who know what they're talking about, I'd have no problem sending him a pistol.
Frank Glenn has done all of my custom revolver work.
Frank Glenn-Glenn Custom Complete Gunsmithing Service Glendale AZ
Frank Glenn-Glenn Custom Complete Gunsmithing Service Glendale AZ
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Nelson's shop address is 10210 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85028. It's on the west side of 32nd St, just south of Shea Blvd. He prefers that you give him a call before dropping in just so he knows you're coming.
Several of us here have spent a lot of time leaning on that counter....
Several of us here have spent a lot of time leaning on that counter....
I'm pretty sure Forum Member Series Guy is a revolver smith in the Pittsburgh area, and maybe he knows of someone wherever you are. Allegheny Arms in Bethel Park South of PGH is well known around here, among others, I'm sure.
(I'm sorry if I got that first name wrong.)
(I'm sorry if I got that first name wrong.)
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Clark Custom Guns in Princeton, Louisiana is still in business. I have been a customer of theirs for 50+ years. I live approximately 15 miles from the shop. They are closed on Monday and do not answer the phone on Wednesday to allow the gunsmiths to work on guns uninterrupted. Call and ask for Clay who is the revolversmith. He is a very knowledgeable guy, does an excellent job on any kind of work on revolvers, and is very friendly and easy to talk to on the phone. Good luck.
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Frank Glenn, fast turnaround and very reasonable prices.
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trulyapostolic
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Yes, unfortunately retired. He and Jerry Keefer were both known for the precision. I'm working with a couple different guys now but won't post anything until getting the guns back and testing.
I second what swagmeister said about Clay. He's a good guy
I hear he is retired for a year or so now. He had some health issues over the years, that may have been the reason. He was an excellent smith.
Probably nothing Gary Reeder, Reeder's custom Guns in Flagstaff cant do.
Still have a website.
Still have a website.
+1 for Nelson Ford, he has better than average turn around times in addition to doing excellent work.
He is a master. Does excellent and quick work.
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