What does a Journeyman Shotgun Smith do, and what are the requirements for the certificate?
Journeyman Shotgun Smith: 8,000 hrs. + Related instruction. Works on all types of shotguns: single shot, side by side, over & under, pump, & semi auto. Cleans repairs, diagnoses problems, replaces broken or worn parts, qualified to work with machine tools (lathe, mills, etc…), action blue printing, barrel replacement, chambering & forcing cone work, sight work, metal coating, install ribs, stock fitting. 1. Work experience in the safe use of tools 350 hrs. 2. Bench time 2,500 hrs. 3. Machine Tool Operations 1,500 hrs. 4. Fixture making 250 hrs. 5. Stock work & fitting 800 hrs. 6. Action work 1,000 hrs. 7. Firearms theory 1,000 hrs. 8. Metal coating 400 hrs. 9. Barrel work 200 hrs. Total Hours: 8,000 hrs.
