Recrowning A Barrel In NW Indiana?

[Whip_McCord]

I have a nice Kimber 82G that I got from the CMP years ago at Camp Perry. It has some potential as a good shooter, but I felt a possible burr or scratch at the muzzle near the crown. It may be causing the occasional erratic shot. I've read on some benchreast forums that most 82Gs might benefit from a better crown.

Is there any gunsmith around NW Indiana (I'm near Hobart) that could do a nice job of recrowning that rifle? I did a search, but did not find anything that answered my question. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[Indy574]

Not close to you but Mark Penrod (Penrod Precision) in North Manchester. (260) 982-8385

 

[Mason513]

Not close to you but Mark Penrod (Penrod Precision) in North Manchester. (260) 982-8385

Thank you for this, it seems smiths are a dying breed.

 

[IndyDave1776]

Thank you for this, it seems smiths are a dying breed.

Would you spend the money for postsecondary education knowing that you could very quickly get legislated out of a job?

 

[Mason513]

Would you spend the money for postsecondary education knowing that you could very quickly get legislated out of a job?

I wouldn’t do it as a primary means of income, that’s for sure. It’s just sad. Would be interested in a class taught by a smith to learn some advanced skills tho.

 

[Whip_McCord]

Not close to you but Mark Penrod (Penrod Precision) in North Manchester. (260) 982-8385

I did a little research on him online. He sounds great, but he's about 2 hours away. If there is no one closer, I may give him a call. Thanks.

 

[Indy574]

I did a little research on him online. He sounds great, but he's about 2 hours away. If there is no one closer, I may give him a call. Thanks.

Not a problem. He help me with an issue, awesome and great work.

 

[Jaybird1980]

I did a little research on him online. He sounds great, but he's about 2 hours away. If there is no one closer, I may give him a call. Thanks.

There used to be a guy just north of Monticello. Between 39&421 Monon area. Can't recall his name, hopefully another member can remember. Not sure if he still does work.

 

[Jaybird1980]

Shogun gunsmithing that's what I was thinking. I also heard of Wildwood gunsmithing down in that area also.

 

[Whip_McCord]

Shogun gunsmithing that's what I was thinking. I also heard of Wildwood gunsmithing down in that area also.

I will check those out too. Thanks for the info.

 

[BlackGun]

You might try Gutridge in Griffith on South Broad street.....

 

[Whip_McCord]

You might try Gutridge in Griffith on South Broad street.....

I remember Gutridge from 30 years ago. Did not know it was still around. Must be his son, I assume. Thanks.

 

[marvin02]

I remember Gutridge from 30 years ago. Did not know it was still around. Must be his son, I assume. Thanks.

I believe Gutridge is closed, the owner passed away.

 

[d.kaufman]

Dont know if they do what you're needing but could call 219 Armory in Valpo. They're a new shop. Had him install some sights for me and did a great job with fast turnaround

 

[Airtevron1]

Dont know if they do what you're needing but could call 219 Armory in Valpo. They're a new shop. Had him install some sights for me and did a great job with fast turnaround

This is interesting, Valpo. needs some serious competition.

 

[Airtevron1]

quick update. I emailed 219 about transfers and ceracoat a few minutes ago, and got a response freaky fast! They will be doing ceracoat in a few months ( AMEN!) and transfers are $10.00 in Feb.! Too bad everything is so expensive. I love competition!

 

[Jaybird1980]

quick update. I emailed 219 about transfers and ceracoat a few minutes ago, and got a response freaky fast! They will be doing ceracoat in a few months ( AMEN!) and transfers are $10.00 in Feb.! Too bad everything is so expensive. I love competition

I didn't realize you were in the area or i would have offered to let you try out my glock triggers to get an idea.

 

[Airtevron1]

I didn't realize you were in the area or i would have offered to let you try out my glock triggers to get an idea.

 

[2in1evtime]

They sell a kit to re-crown barrels, i bought one from midway years ago, i think brownells has them too, it isn't all that hard or tedious unless it is a huge ding!

 

[rala]

I had the same issue with my Kimber 82G. It had potential, but always threw a couple of flyers per group. I did trigger work, bedding, pillars etc. Only marginal gains. Then I looked at the crown with a loop. They had cut the muzzle square and the put a small recess over the bore. On my rifle the recess was off center. I brought it to Zach at ZR Tactical here in Noblesville. Zach put an 11 degree crown on it and now the rifle shoots like it supposed to. Zach does great work and it was a quick turn around. I know he's not close , but he's done it successfully before and that should count for something. OBTW he also does Ceracoating .

ZR Tactical Solutions

www.zrtacticalsolutions.com

The attached target were shot at an indoor 100 yard range. I got lucky that day. zero wind , good light, empty range. I've not been able to repeat it, but now it's all on me.

Good Luck
Bob