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28 March 2003, 13:22

Mike Smith

Need New Gunsmith

Well my gunsmith is great! Actually too good. Enough so someone noticed and he is going to Minessota to take a job with a large corporate outfit. My congrats to Josh but now I have to start over. [Frown]

So anyone have any suggestions? I had at first thought about staying in Ohio then thought that was stupid. If Im sending my stuff off it really dosnt matter where it goes, Shipping wont really be a factor. The only down side is I cant just pop in on my day off and see how things are going or just get a cup of coffee and BS for a couple hours.

28 March 2003, 13:54

<JBelk>

Mike said--

quote:
......I cant just pop in on my day off and see how things are going or just get a cup of coffee and BS for a couple hours.

THAT'S why some gunsmiths have unlisted phone numbers and claymores in the driveway. [Smile]

28 March 2003, 14:19

Savage99

There is a recent thread here where good things were said about a shop in Ohio that I think is called IT&D Gun Shop. I hope someone corrects my spelling.

This shop has advertised in places like the Gun List and Shotgun News.

28 March 2003, 17:17

Mike Smith

Jack, I take that to mean you are not interested then? [Big Grin]

PS While Im BSing I make a good gopher!

[ 03-28-2003, 08:18: Message edited by: Mike Smith ]

29 March 2003, 03:34

Jim Kobe

Jack,

There is an axiom out there that says it all;

Shop labor cost: $45/hr
If you watch: $90/hr

You know, sometimes that ain't enough. As far as the coffee goes, who in the hell would want to put in a coffee pot? And what for? When I go to the local gunshop to get something, I can see a good reason not to; all the empty styrofoam cups in the waste basket (if they even get there) and all the "gunshop rats" with a cup in hand harrassing the reeal customers.

29 March 2003, 06:59

Bill Leeper

When I worked with a retail store, I had a few guys who just liked to hang around and watch me work. Some of them worked for the government and may have simply been fascinated by the concept of productivity! Seriously, I always felt it was an integral part of the job and enjoyed the company as long as they stayed out of the way. The nice thing about the retail store setup was there was an end to the day. I did have the unlisted number! Regards, Bill.

29 March 2003, 07:46

Dutch

Geez, anyone that hangs around my place for a couple of hours...... he's going to walk out a couple hundred bills lighter. In two hours, I'll find something he can't live without. LOL! Dutch.

29 March 2003, 10:30

<John Lewis>

Anyone that hangs around my shop for long is going to get put to work. The floors always need sweeping if nothing else.

29 March 2003, 17:24

Mike Smith

Ok guys I desrved that, Now that we have all had some fun with this I do seriously need some advice. I dont know anyone in a reasonable distance that is either good enough or not booked way too far into the future. I really would like some suggestions. [Embarrassed]

Dutch, I think I know why my wife wont let me go by myself anymore! Im afraid you were a little too close to the truth!

[ 03-29-2003, 08:26: Message edited by: Mike Smith ]

30 March 2003, 05:10

<birddog25>

Mike

Where are you located in Ohio? I know of a great Smith in southern Ohio. Infact, I drive about 6 hours just to let him work on my stuff. If you interested email me and I'll give you a phone number.