Shooting Drills to Prep for the Spring Season Spring is almost here, which means it’s time to shake off the rust as the outdoor ranges re-open. This month I want to talk about shooting drills that you can do to keep yourself sharp, no matter what you are practicing for. Concealed Carry Drills Concealed carry…
Building a Client Base with Your Gunsmithing Shop Gunsmithing is a hobby that is so rewarding. You will learn a new skill, meet a circle of like-minded people, and have the personal satisfaction of creating something with your hands. So, it only seems fitting that you would want to turn something filled with so much…
The Essential First Steps to Starting a Gunsmithing Business If you’re looking into starting your own gunsmithing business, this is probably one of at least a dozen articles you’ve scrolled through in hopes of finding a simple, no-nonsense guide to getting your dreams off the ground. As I’m sure you’ve gathered by now, there’s no…
2 Crucial Steps to ATF Approval for a Home-Based Gunsmith This month I want to talk about the process of getting the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) approval for a home-based gunsmithing business. My hope is you can use the information I am providing to remove some of the guess work and…
End of the Year Gunsmithing Checklist: 7 Important Projects to Finish Up The new year is all about starting with a fresh slate. How can gunsmiths prepare for the new year to help improve success and overall organization? Most gunsmiths are artists first. Business acumen, accounting skills, marketing, and advertising are all supporting skills that…
How to Best Care for Your Firearms This Winter This month I am going to talk about taking care of your customers’ firearms for colder weather. I will also provide information that you can pass on to your customers so they can keep their firearms free from rust. If you are a gunowner, nothing strikes…
6 Unique Gifts for the Gunsmith in Your Life Shopping for the gunsmith in your life can be daunting. Tools are highly personal, and it’s difficult to find out what someone needs without totally spoiling the surprise. No one wants to give a gift that will be relegated to the forgotten depths of some junk…
4 Holiday Safety Tips for Gun Owners: Keeping Everyone Safe The holiday season is a special time of the year when families, friends, and loved ones come together to reconnect, catch up, and make memories. People have time off from work where they can rest and recuperate. With such a happy time of year upon…
Hero Hunt Inc.: Healing through Community Since 2012, Hero Hunt Inc. has been providing hunting and fishing trips to injured military veterans and first responders. The events they organize serve to promote healing physical and emotional wounds. For most people, the journey through the military or first responder career doesn’t even when the field missions…
Walk the Talk America: Mental Health and Firearms Walk the Talk America is a pro-Second Amendment non-profit that focuses on mental health, suicide prevention, and community outreach. The organization is the brainchild of Michael Sodini, a firearms industry professional with no shortage of impressive bullet points on his CV (see what I did there?). Anyone…