What does a Journeyman Firearms Restorer Smith do, and what are the requirements for the certificate?
Journeyman Firearms Restorer: 4,000 hrs. + Related instruction Restores all types of firearms to original condition: Cleans repairs, diagnoses problems, replaces broken or worn parts, does mill and lathe work barrel replacement for handguns and rifle, chambering, stock fitting, sight work, metal coating, The worker in this field must have a reasonable understanding of the differences between refinishing, restoration and conservation–which have very different meanings and hence very different consequences for the finished antique or classic arm. 1. Work experience in the safe use of tools 350 hrs. 2. Bench time 2,500 hrs. 3. qualified to operate machine tools (lathe, mills, etc…)1,500 hrs. 4. Fixture making 250 hrs. 5. Stock work & fitting 500 hrs. 6. Action work 1,000 hrs. 7. Firearms theory 1,000 hrs. 8. Metal coating 600 hrs. 9. Barrel work 300 hrs. Total Hours: 8,000 hrs.
