Testimonials

Hi Jim,

I just wanted to say “thanks”, for the recent repairs that you made to my 1911 Frame.  Two other “Big Name” gunsmiths said that the repairs couldn’t be done.  However, you did them, did them very well, and returned my Frame back to me in a very timely (1) week turnaround time.  Oh yes, and at a very fair and reasonable price.  You called me to discuss the repairs and made a follow-up call to me after I received my repaired frame back, to make sure that I was completely satisfied.  Your calls showed an incredibly high level of customer concern and satisfaction.  You’re the best!  I will be sure to tell everyone how great a shop you run and how good you are at acheiving excellent results!
Background:

While undercutting the area from where the trigger guard meets the frame, to the top of the checkering on the front strap, I removed too much metal.  This resulted in , the slope of this area not being parallel to the slope of the top of the checkering (pic 004).  The wall thickness in this area was only about 0.010″ thick, at its thinnest point.  I also had filed completely through the wall thickness in the area nearest the trigger guard.  I needed to get this area built back up by welding and contouring, on both the outside and inside surfaces.
The first ”Big Name” gunsmith stated that welding could not be done in this area, as it would burn through and create further damage.  He suggested that I buy a new frame.

The second “Big Name” gunsmith welded the area, but did not weld in any additional metal where needed in the trigger guard area.  He returned it to me.  When I called him to state that his welding was inadequate and had some through holes and pitting, he replied that this frame could not be repaired.  He too, recommended that I buy a new frame.  When I asked him who else could possibly do the job, he gave me your phone number.
I then sent my frame to you for repair.  To make a long story short, you expertly performed the repair and turned it around in about (1) week, at a very reasonable price of $150 + shipping.  A new frame, with the extras that I had,  would run about $400.  You saved my cookies and gained a customer for life.  Pics 003 & 004 are the “before” pics.  001 & 002 are the “after” pics.  Big difference!  I am so pleased!
Good luck with your new company.  Your quality, service and prices far exceed anything offered by other “Big Name” gunsmiths.  You will do very well!

Warmest Regards,
John Carduner


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Hey Jim-

Good morning-

Nice job as always. I like the French borders much better at the shallow depth. That guy does a nice job on the bluing as well. Of course all else is beautiful just as I figured it would be. Safety is nice and slick, sights look great (good quality pieces) and the detail work in the dehorn is perfect. Thanks again for everything. See you on the next go around. Maybe an officer’s built from the ground up?

Regards,

Steve Markowski