Is it reasonable to attempt to troubleshoot a customer’s weapon without being able to fix the parts?
Though I believe it is necessary to be able to fix fasteners and other small parts, I also believe it is reasonable to begin the trouble...
top of page
Some questions posed in our Q&A are also asked by SDI curriculum. Though all answers are my original response, you may not copy my work and submit it as your own. If using GunsmithMD.Com as a resource, Please cite your work correctly. Thanks and enjoy!
Glock Eye & Ear Pro Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Cotton Swab Assortment Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Knowing how to work on a range of firearms is vital to working as a gun smith. For Example...
1.To properly make a firearm safe, what checks would you perform? Making sure the firearm stays pointed in a safe direction. Remove the...
Pistol Lock Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Perma Blue & Aluminum Black Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Record your personal reflection on the process of applying hydrographic coating.
Let me start by saying that I was skeptical at first about how the Hydro Dipping process was going to achieve such detailed finishes....
AR-15 Rifle Upper Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Laser Ammo Sure Strike Shooting Drills
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Is the finish that was used on your firearm a good option for its purpose? Why or why not?
The firearm I was thinking of when prompted to with this discussion is the H&K VP9 handgun. I have carried this pistol for years for self...
60 Rd AR-15 Magazine Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Chose three malfunctions and list colloquial, lay-person, or “slang” terms used to communicate them.
I feel it is important to talk to the customer and get as much information as possible before handling the firearm in question. This...
MagPul AR-15 Vice Block Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Laser Ammo PET II Trainer Review
These Videos are made for educational purposes only. GunsmithMD is not liable for the misuse of any product that is reviewed on this website
Would you attempt to blue or brown a gun part for a customer using a spray-on method?
The spray on bluing I found was on amazon and is made by Duracoat. Most of the spray on options I was looking at were very different then...
What questions can you ask the customer to rule out operator error or bad ammunition?
With regard to the ammunition and whether or not it is the issue there are a few ways to determine the problem. First, I would ask the...
Reflect on the advantages and risks of offering “jeweling” services at a gunsmith’s shop.
Well, I can say I had fun looking this one up and to answer the last question first, yes, I do believe it is worth spending the money to...
Glock Customs Review
This review is for educational purposes only. Anytime anyone handles firearms, they are required to follow all safety rules and regulations.
Henry Golden Boy Mair's Leg Review
This review is for educational purposes only. Anytime anyone handles firearms, they are required to follow all safety rules and regulations.
Describe how you would set up a prep area as if you were going to add finishing procedures to a shop
When setting up a prep area in my gunsmithing shop I would have a separate area just for prep. This area would not need a ton of space. I...
bottom of page