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"This gave me the perfect front for any gunsmithing or repair work that needed to be done; it was something I could do for our shop in order to attract new and repeating customers."
“My leading cause for taking the Advanced Gunsmithing Course was the need to learn more about firearms in order to advance my knowledge in the firearms industry. I am self-employed with my father—we own a small business in Southern Mississippi called “Neith Firearms.” This gave me the perfect front for any gunsmithing or repair work that needed to be done; it was something I could do for our shop in order to attract new and repeating customers.
The Advanced Gunsmithing Course was an exceptionally helpful set of instruction and course material that has accelerated my knowledge and skills to a professional level in all things firearms and firearm repair. The online tests and the Student Center were well laid-out and easy to understand and navigate, the staff and project managers were polite and helpful to any questions or concerns that I had.
In conclusion, this was an amazing experience and most certainly provided me with the knowledge and understanding of the firearm and repair industry.”
Training Gunsmiths since 1946
Harry “Skip” Walters III
Master Gunsmith/Instructor
A graduate of the Pennsylvania Gunsmith School, Skip has worked as an Engineer, Technician, Model-maker, and Gunsmith for over 40 years. In addition to his role at MGS Trade School, Skip worked as a gunsmith for Sarco, Inc., one of the world’s largest suppliers of gun parts, kits, and accessories.
With his extensive education and real-world experience, Skip provides MGS students with unique insights into what it takes to be a successful gunsmith. Have a question about your course work or the firearm’s industry? Skip’s expertise and experience in the firearm’s industry is an invaluable resource.
Zeke Stout
Director
Zeke Stout is a certified firearms specialist with IFSA (International Firearms Specialist Academy). He has served as an executive at a large conglomerate of businesses in Nashville, TN where he honed many aspects of marketing to different demographics. He then started one of the most popular podcasts in the firearms industry, expanding his pre-existing gun knowledge. He then went on to help build one of the largest online gunsmithing schools in the nation as an Executive Vice President. In that role, he was certified as a Higher Education Professional in leadership through the DEAC and became an armorer in several platforms, including the 1911 and Penn arms grenade launcher. He was also the host and gunsmithing subject matter expert for the Discovery channel show Master Of Arms.
Richard Scutt
Firearms Associate | Lead Student Services Representative
A Military & Iraq war veteran, Richard brings Direct Learning Systems his hands-on experience in management, logistics, and customer service. While serving in the Army, he was awarded several service and combat medals. Using the GI Bill to attend Lincoln Technical Institute, he studied electronic engineering. Richard leveraged his military experience and education to secure a position in international shipping, UPS, and USPS. At MGS, Richard’s role includes Student Services, Logistics, Inventory Management, and Order Fulfillment. In his spare time, Richard volunteers at nursing homes and supports autism charities.