Best Big Bore Bolt Action Gunsmith in US

[Rare Breed]

I have two bolt action rifles I want to smooth up in terms of extraction after firing. JJ Perodeau does all my DRs but long ago stopped doing bolt action work except for things like opening up my Rigby 275 for larger bullets
I will gladly send my two rifles anywhere in the US to do this work
Please let me know your experience and contacts
Thanks so much for your help!!!

 

[rookhawk]

I've heard excellent things about Wayne at AHR. While he no longer takes on new bespoke work and stopped modifying CZs, I believe he is still in the trade doing work on high quality bolt guns.

 

[RR 314]

I've heard excellent things about Wayne at AHR. While he no longer takes on new bespoke work and stopped modifying CZs, I believe he is still in the trade doing work on high quality bolt guns.

This may be true, but last we spoke it was my impression all he wanted to do was manufacture components and build an occasional rifle of his choosing (and sell). He does do awesome work.

Of the folks I would check with to see if they are interested (and I know there are other great 'smiths out there), I would see if Duane Wiebe, Matt Roberts or Tip Burns would be interested). Tip is my go to and have sent quite a few people his way (he is relatively local to me). True Mauser expert.

First step may simply to be asking JJ for a recommendation as well.

 

[wesheltonj]

You might try Art’s guns.

 

[brym427]

My rifle is at new England custom gun getting a scope mounted. I've heard good things about them so that's why I sent it there

 

[mdwest]

Todd Ramirez is about as good as it gets on fine bolt actions....

Home | Todd Ramirez | Custom Shop

customgun.com

 

[Hogpatrol]

Mark Bansner builds big bore rifles. Could check to see if he'd do other work.

The Grand Safari - Bansner & Company, LLC

The Grand Safari The SCI Grand Safari in .404 Jeffery Built for The 2018 Safari Club International Convention, this rifle represents the ultimate blend of classic gunmaking, performance, and artistry. We took our usual Classic Safari Rifle concept and went

www.bansnerandcompany.com

Custom Rifles - Bansner & Company, LLC

We don't leave rifles half built. We finish the job. We build true custom rifles with fit, finish, and performance on a whole other level.

www.bansnerandcompany.com

 

[TSIBINDI]

D'Arcy Echols, or Gene Simillion.

 

[John Telford]

Justin Sipp?

 

[Brandon.Gleason]

Matt Roberts in Weathersfield VT did some work on one of my rifles and I'm very happy with it. Had a chance to spend some time in his shop last year looking at some of his custom work and it's quite impressive. I'd certainly send more work his way.

ABOUT | MNR Custom

About the gunmaker and reviews from a few of our customers

www.mnrcustom.com

 

[Rare Breed]

Todd Ramirez is about as good as it gets on fine bolt actions....

Home | Todd Ramirez | Custom Shop

customgun.com

Bummer he said he is “years behind today”

 

[Rare Breed]

I will reach out tomorrow. Thanks!

 

[ACM]

Bruce Farman is EXCELLENT. I have a full custom CZ that he made feed smooth as butter and installed a beautiful new bolt handle.

 

[Hunter-Habib]

I have two bolt action rifles I want to smooth up in terms of extraction after firing. JJ Perodeau does all my DRs but long ago stopped doing bolt action work except for things like opening up my Rigby 275 for larger bullets
I will gladly send my two rifles anywhere in the US to do this work
Please let me know your experience and contacts
Thanks so much for your help!!!

Lon Paul gets my vote. Although I don’t know if he ever restarted his business after a tragic forest fire destroyed his workshop in 2013.

Joe Smithson is also really good.

 

[Altitude sickness]

Most of the names listed have at least a year wait

 

[Rare Breed]

That is what I am finding

 

[aminkus]

He is very slow and takes his time but Brett Bussie at Bussie Custom Arms in Wisconsin is excellent

Buisse Custom Arms

Here at Buisse Custom Arms, we value both our customers and the work we do for them. You can expect professional service and exceptional craftsmanship. We offer many different gunsmithing services...

buissecustomarms.com

 

[CZDiesel]

Kevin Weaver at Weaver Rifles is who you are looking for! He located the issue @CoElkHunter 416 Rigby in just several minutes! He will also work these types of jobs in between his builds and sometimes have them done in just a week or two.
He is a great Smith that builds killer bolt rifles. You can see some of his builds that he has for sale on his site here under the “Available Rifles” tab…

Hunting Rifle Gunsmith | Weaver Rifles | Colorado Springs

At Weaver Rifles all work is done in house. That is how we deliver your custom rifle with a shorter lead time and control all aspects of its production. Weaver Rifles is your Colorado Springs based gunsmith of choice.

www.weaverrifle.com

 

[Spey]

My rifle is at new England custom gun getting a scope mounted. I've heard good things about them so that's why I sent it there

Mark at New England Custom also has my .458 Lott bolt gun for some work right now. In the past he mounted an EAW "Quick Loc" pivot scope mount which I love, returns to zero. He has also fixed feeding issues on my Winchester Model 70 .375 H&H. I am fortunate to have him within 3 hours driving time.

 

[Doug Hamilton]

I have two bolt action rifles I want to smooth up in terms of extraction after firing. JJ Perodeau does all my DRs but long ago stopped doing bolt action work except for things like opening up my Rigby 275 for larger bullets
I will gladly send my two rifles anywhere in the US to do this work
Please let me know your experience and contacts
Thanks so much for your help!!!

I have used Ed labour in Bremerton, Washington do quite a bit of work on various bolt action rifles. These include my .458 Win Mag on a Whitworth (Mark X) action, a .300 Win in n the same action, and my dad's .30-06 on a Mauser 98 action. An article was written about his work on custom rifles in Sports Afield a couple of years of years ago. I have no qualms recommending his work on any firearm. You can find him on line, or you can PM me for more info.