Gunsmithing Resources

The resources below include sites that specifically relate to gunsmithing training and careers. Find organizations to join and increase your networking abilities. Many of these organizations and associations have their own newsletters or magazines, job databases, and gunsmith certification exams. You will also find links to other relevant web sites for gunsmithing careers, as well as books, software or journals that can help as you build your professional knowledge.

Explore resources below in the following categories:

 
  • Gunsmithing/Firearm Associations
  • Gunsmithing Related Sites and Resources
  • Gun Supply Companies
  • Books and Journals for the Gunsmithing Profession
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    Gunsmithing/Firearm Associations

    Gunsmithing Related Sites and Resources

    Gun Supply Companies

    Books and Journals for the Gunsmithing Profession

    • 1911 The First 100 Years by Patrick Sweeney
    • Advanced Gunsmithing: A Manual of Instruction in the Manufacture, Alteration and Repair of Firearms by W. F. Vickery
    • AK47: The Complete Kalashnikov Family Of Assault Rifles by Duncan Long
    • Black Powder Gunsmithing by Ralph T Walker
    • Do-It-Yourself Gunsmithing by Jim Carmichel
    • Firearm Blueing and Browning (Stackpole Classic Gun Books) by R. H. Angier and Ned Schwing
    • Guerrilla Gunsmithing: Quick And Dirty Methods For Fixing Firearms In Desperate Times by Ragnar Benson
    • Gunsmithing – The AR-15 by Patrick Sweeney
    • Gunsmithing – The AR-15 Volume 2 by Patrick Sweeney
    • Gun Digest Big Fat Book of the .45 ACP (Gun Digest Book Of…) by Patrick Sweeney
    • Gun Digest Book of Modern Gun Values: The Shooter’s Guide to Guns 1900 to Present by Richard Allen Mann and Jerry Lee
    • Gun Digest Guide to Maintaining & Accessorizing Firearms by Kevin Muramatsu
    • Gunsmithing (Stackpole Classic Gun Books) by Roy F. Dunlap
    • Gunsmithing: A Manual of Firearm Design, Construction, Alteration and Remodeling [Illustrated Edition] by Roy F. Dunlap
    • Gunsmithing: Rifles by Patrick Sweeney
    • Hobby Gunsmithing by Ralph T. Walker and Jack Lewis
    • Massad Ayoob’s Greatest Handguns of the World by Massad Ayoob
    • The Custom 1911 by Bill Loeb
    • The Gun Digest Book of Gunsmithing Tools …and Their Uses by John E. Traister
    • The Gun Digest Book of Shotgun Gunsmithing by Ralph T. Walker
    • The Gun Digest Book of Shotguns Assembly/Disassembly by Kevin Muramatsu
    • The Gun Guide for Those Who Know Nothing About Firearms by Mr. Steven D. Gregersen
    • The Gunsmith’s Manual: Practical Guide to All Branches of the Trade by J. P. Stelle and William B. Harrison
    • The M1 Garand Complete Assembly Guide by Walt Kuleck
    • The M1911 Complete Assembly Guide (Vol 2) by Walt Kuleck
    • The M1911 Complete Owner’s Guide by Walt Kuleck
    • The Ruger .22 Automatic Pistol: Standard/ Mark I/ Mark II Series by Duncan Long
    • The Gunsmith Machinist – Third Edition by Steve Acker
    • The Gunsmith’s Book of Chamber Prints by Dave Kiff
    • Checkering & Carving of Gunstocks by Monty Kennedy
    • The U.S. .30 Caliber Gas Operated Carbines: A Shop Manual by Jerry Kuhnhausen
    • The Ruger Double Action Revolvers: A Shop Manual Volume 1 by Jerry Kuhnhausen
    • Gun Guides Takedown Guide “Complete Guide: Ruger 10/22”
    • Gun Guides Takedown Guide “M1 Garand”
    • Gunsmithing Projects by Robert W. Hunnicutt
    • Gunsmithing: Pistols & Revolvers by Patrick Sweeney
    • Parts & Assembly (Encyclopedia of Modern Firearms, Volume 1) by F.R. “Bob” Brownell
    • Gunsmith Kinks 3 by Bob Brownell
    • Gunsmith Kinks 4 by F.R. Brownell
    • The Mauser M91 Through M98 Bolt Actions. A Shop Manual by Jerry Kuhnhausen
    • The S&W Revolver A Shop Manual: Covers the S&W J, K, L and N Frame Revolver Actions by Jerry Kuhnhausen
    • Gun Digest 2011 by Dan Shideler
    • The Gunsmiths Manual: A Complete Handbook for the American Gunsmith by J.P. Stelle, William B. Harrison
    • The Gunsmith’s Manual: Practical Guide to All Branches of the Trade by J. P. Stelle, William B. Harrison