Gunsmithing
We have three full time gunsmiths that can repair just about anything you have. From simply mounting a scope to a full restoration, we can accomplish it!
Jaime Navarro
Jaime Navarro has been a dedicated member of the Collectors Firearms team since 2017. He began his journey by preparing firearms for pre-sale and quickly demonstrated a strong work ethic and passion for craftsmanship. Over time, he was given the opportunity to train and grow within the field of gunsmithing, learning directly from renowned French master gunsmith Fabrice Champagnac.
Jaime worked with Fabrice for over eight years, gaining a wealth of specialized knowledge and hands-on experience that shaped his expertise. Today, Jaime continues to practice gunsmithing with the same enthusiasm and commitment to excellence. He takes pride in delivering high-quality, guaranteed work and enjoys building strong relationships with customers. His dedication to his craft and continuous learning make him a valuable asset to the firearms community.
Matt Elam
Matthew is a professionally trained gunsmith with over a decade of experience in the field. His passion for firearms began at the age of 15, where he quickly developed a deep appreciation for both the sport and the intricate mechanics behind each firearm. This early interest sparked a desire to understand the inner workings of firearms, leading him to pursue formal training in gunsmithing.
In 2009, Matthew enrolled in the prestigious Trinidad Gunsmithing Program and graduated in 2011 with the skills and knowledge to excel in the craft. Since then, he has worked as a full-time gunsmith, servicing thousands of firearms over the years. Matthew’s expertise spans a wide range of firearms, and his attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship have earned him a strong reputation in the industry.
Fabrice Champagnac
Fabrice is the head of our gunsmithing department. Fabrice is truly one of the top gunsmiths in the world. Fabrice was educated at the Armory school in St. Etienne. He is a virtuoso in firearms restoration; being able to do masterful work on metal, wood, ivory and pearl. He is trusted to work on the finest guns in the world. If you have a high value gun, or a restoration project that no one else can do, Fabrice is the gunsmith that can accomplish it.
Below is a Sample List of some of the service we offer:
| SERVICE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| MINIMUM GUNSMITH CHARGE | 45 |
| GUNSMITH LABOR PER HOUR | 100 |
| LIGHT CLEANING | 100 |
| STRIP & CLEAN HANDGUN, BOLT ACTION, PUMP OR SEMI | 175 |
| STRIP & CLEAN O/U OR SXS | 300 |
| MOUNT SCOPE & BORE SIGHT | 95 |
| MOUNT RED DOT ON PISTOL & BORE SIGHT | 65 |
| BORE SIGHT ONLY | 45 |
| INSTALL AFTERMARKET SIGHTS | 65 |
| INSTALL, ADJUST & SAFETY CHECK AFTERMARKET TRIGGER | STARTING AT 65 |
| ZERO ON RANGE (AMMO NOT INCLUDED) | 150 |
| CHECK HEADSPACE ONLY | 50 |
| CHECK HEADSPACE & TEST FIRE | 95 |
| CHAMBER CAST AND CONFIRM CALIBER | 150 |
| MARK CALIBER ON BARREL (ONLY IF CHAMBER CAST IS DONE) | 75 |
| CUT & CROWN BARREL | 175 |
| THREAD MUZZLE | 250 |
| INSTALL & TIME MUZZLE DEVICE | 45 |
| PIN & WELD MUZZLE DEVICE | 125 |
| REMOVE PINNED & WELDED MUZZLE DEVICE | 75 |
| SUPPRESSOR ALIGNMENT CHECK | 45 |
| DRILL & TAP (PER HOLE) 2 HOLE MINIMUM | 50 |
| CUT DOVETAIL | 125 |
| FIT NEW STANDARD RECOIL PAD (PAD NOT INCLUDED) | 150 |
| SHORTEN LOP (PAD FITTING NOT INCLUDED) | 50 |
| EXTEND LOP WITH ADDITIONAL SPACER (PAD FITTING NOT INCLUDED) | 100 |
| NFA ITEM ENGRAVING FEE | 125 |
| POLISH & RUST BLUE BARREL ONLY | STARTING AT 300 |
| POLISH & RUST BLUE COMPLETE FIREARM | STARTING AT 550 |
| RE-FINISH STOCK POLY FINISH | 400 |
| RE-FINISH STOCK HAND RUBBED OIL FINISH | 650 |
| GLASS BEDDING | 400 |
| CUSTOM LASER ENGRAVING (LETTERS/NUMBERS ONLY UP TO 20 CHARACTERS) | 95 |
| MECHANICAL REPAIR | HOURLY |
| WOOD REPAIR | HOURLY |
