Central Iowa gunsmiths

[louvee_]

Looking for a good gunsmith in the Des Moines or Ames area. I could really use some help with trigger work and maybe swapping out a barrel. If you know anyone who does great work, I’d love to hear your recos!

 

[vintage_helmsley]

If you’re in Ames, definitely check out Jacobson’s Gun Center. They’ve been around for ages, and folks really trust them for their precision work, especially when it comes to triggers and barrel swaps. They’re detail-oriented, and you can tell they’ve got the right tools and the experience to handle both modern firearms and classic pieces. It's the kind of place where you know you’ll get quality service and a real connection with the staff.

 

[Spikedriver]

I'll second Jacobsen's but with a caveat. The store isn't run by the old man any more and I don't know how good the new management is with their gunsmithing. It's definitely worth a try. Jacobsen's is on the main drag in Story City about 10 miles north of Ames.

 

[john kluesner]

Generational guns is a great place. Had them rebarrel a 30-06 to 35 whelen. Shoots sub moa all day. They ceracoted it also. Looks beautiful too