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41 programs / 7 instructors
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American Gunsmithing Institute
Firearm Instructor in Napa, CA
American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI) is a premier online school offering certified, video-based gunsmithing training in firearms design, function, repair, and customization. Courses range from beginner to advanced levels with over 574 hours of instruction.
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Are classes listed?
41 course offerings
How is training offered?
Online
What gunsmith services are listed?
Bluing Trigger jobs Custom builds
Training Programs
41 training programs are listed; showing the first 12.
Course Beginner Online
Introduction to Professional Gunsmithing
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 5 Hours
- Price
- Free
You will learn all of the proper firearms nomenclature and parts identification, action types and designs, basic tools, shop set-up, safety, Gunsmithing approach to determining type of repairs required, how to study the Gunsmithing course and more. Includes testing and Certification.
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Handgun – Pistol & Revolver Design, Function, and Repair
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 35 Hours
Starting with the Classic 1911, .45 Auto pistol, Master Gunsmith Bob Dunlap teaches you Design, Function, and Repair (D, F, & R) of semi-auto pistols using cutaway firearms.
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Shotgun Design, Function, and Repair
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 41 hours
From Single shot, double barrel, over-under, pump, lever action, to semi-auto numerous types of shotguns are covered in detail using cutaway firearms to explain all the internal operations.
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Rimfire Design, Function, and Repair
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 27 hours
Rimfire firearms have certain design aspects that are unique to them and there are hundreds of variations on the how they operate.
Course Online
Rifle Design, Function, and Repair
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 44 hours
When working with high-pressure rifle cartridges, it is critical to under key concepts such as headspace and loose breech.
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The Money Makers
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 4 hours
This course is designed to teach you how to do a number of frequently requested Gunsmithing repairs and other jobs, that you can do to start making money quickly. Approximately 4 hours of step-by-step, How-to instruction and demonstration by Master Gunsmith Bob Dunlap.
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The Complete History of Smith & Wesson
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
As a Gunsmith you will want to know the history of firearms. S&W patented the first bored through cylinder and self-contained cartridge the .22 Short rimfire. From there this company has produced tens of millions of revolvers and pistols that Americans rely on every day for sport shooting, hunting and self-defense. AGI received unprecedented access to Roy Ji...
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Buying & Collecting Used Guns Without Getting Burned
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 2 hours
Master Gunsmith Darrell Holland shares with you his experience gleaned over 40 years of buying and selling firearms. How to determine a winner from a lemon and what to look for as the tell-tale signs that will help you avoid trouble or getting burned on a purchase.
Course Online
Professional Gun Cleaning Secrets
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 2 hours
Master Gunsmith Gene Shuey will explain how to properly clean; Pistols and Revolvers, Shotguns and Rifles along with providing you with an explanation of the various cleaning products and tools available.
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Super Tuning the Factory Rifle
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
Master Gunsmith and acclaimed Custom Rifle Builder Darrell Holland will show you the steps you need to take to “Super Tune” a factory rifle to get more performance out of the firearm. This includes; bedding the action, lapping the action, tightening headspace, and numerous tips on squeezing more out of a standard production bolt-action rifle.
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Relining and Restoring .22 Barrels
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- 2 hours
With older firearms that had corrosive ammunition fired through them or suffered neglect and ended up with a rough or corroded bore, the one way to restore it to proper shooting condition and accuracy is to “Reline” the barrel.
Course Online
Gunsmithing FFL (Federal Firearms License) starter kit
- Format
- Online
This Kit contains all the information and materials that you need to know and use to get your FFL (Federal Firearms License). Includes starter kit, forms, tags and more. Sent by mail after you enroll.
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Firearm Instructors
- Also listed as
- Gunsmiths
- ZIP
- 94559
Profile Details
Training and Classes
- Established
- 1993
- Training types
- Online
Instructor Roster
Gene Kelly
Instructor
Gunsmithing Fundamentals FFL Licensing Business Development Lassen College Gunsmithing School Graduate Founder Of AGI; Teaches Business And FFL Startup Guidance.
Founder and President of AGI; studied under Bob Dunlap; over 40 years experience; licensed Class 2 Manufacturer and international security consultant.
Darrell Holland
Instructor
Rifle Building Accuracy Enhancement Machine Shop Glass Bedding Pillar Bedding Teaches Machine Shop, Custom Barreling, And Precision Rifle Building.
Master Gunsmith and renowned long-range rifle builder; teaches machine shop, custom barreling, and accuracy techniques; holds multiple patents.
Gene Shuey
Instructor
1911 Customization Glock Customization Stock Refinishing Metal Finishing Firearm Restoration Instructor For AGI Certified 1911 And Glocksmith Courses.
Master Gunsmith; studied under Armon Swensen; original member of the 'Thunder Slap' and 'Practical Shooting Federation'; builds functional art 1911s and Glocks; expert in traditional finishes.
Mark Foster
Instructor
AR 15/M4 Customization Law Enforcement Armorer Training Gunsmithing Tools Teaches AR 15/M4 Riflesmith Course And Gunsmithing Tool Construction.
Master Gunsmith and retired Law Enforcement Armorer with 30+ years in law enforcement; studied under Bob Dunlap; teaches AR-15 and tool-making courses.
Ken Brooks
Instructor
Bolt Action Rifle Blueprinting Extractor/Ejector Repair Rebarreling Teaches Advanced Bolt Action Rifle Repair And Rebarreling.
Master Gunsmith and graduate of Lassen College; worked with Bob Dunlap for over 20 years; former owner of Pacific International Service Company.
John Bush
Instructor
M1 Garand Rebuilds G3 Rifle Assembly Instructor For M1 Garand And G3 Parts Kit Rebuild Courses.
Master Armorer; teaches how to rebuild M1 Garands and G3 rifles from parts kits.
Bob Dunlap
Instructor
Firearm Analysis And Repair Philosophy Handgun Repair Shotgun Systems Gunsmithing History Teaches Advanced Handgun And Shotgun Repair, And Shares Gunsmithing Philosophy.
Grandmaster Gunsmith; mentor to Gene Kelly, Mark Foster, and Ken Brooks; over 50 years of hands-on experience; developed AGI’s foundational training philosophy.
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Gunsmith Services
- Type
- Manufacturer Authorized
- Platforms
- 1911, AR 15/M4, Glock, Mauser, M1 Garand, Winchester 97
- Formal training
- Design, Function, And Repair (D,F,R), Metal Finishing, Hot Caustic Bluing, Classic Slow Rust And Nitre Bluing, Glass Bedding, Barreling, Blueprinting, Welding (TIG, MIG, Arc), Stock Refinishing
- Manufacturer certifications
- Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Colt
- Military armorer
- Yes
- Law enforcement armorer
- Yes
- Services
- Bluing, Trigger jobs, Parts fabrication, Custom builds
- Reputation
- 31 years in business
1911 Gunsmiths Custom Gun Builders Gun Bluing Gunsmiths Rifle Blueprinting Gunsmiths
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Primary location: 351 Second Street, Napa CA 94559
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