Vintage gunsmith

[Yellowlabhunter]

Hey All,

Has anyone used Darlington Gun Works? I've heard they are good with older shotguns.

I have a Winchester Model 24 it was my father's that needs a bit of work and his 1927 A5 Belgium light 12.

Just checking in to see you guys opinions?

Thank you!

[BMAC_ducks]

Just checking in to see you guys opinions?

Thank you!

You Guys - Sounds like a yankee

Yeah they are good and can do what you need

[Hambone]

One of the best around....

[Yellowlabhunter]

Thank you!

[Yellowlabhunter]

I was, not anymore...thank the Lord! Yes, been out for over 3 years, retired law enforcement and came to a part of something better...much better.

[skrimp]

Darlington Gun Works does excellent work.

[quack head 11]

Don't know any vintage gunsmiths.......only ones I know are younger fellas. good luck with you search

[Jozie & Me]

I was, not anymore...

No such thing..YANKEE.

If the gun was important to me, that’s where I’d take it.

[Cwaysvt]

If you see one in the open there’s hundreds behind the fridge.

[Saltydog235]

Darlington has done some work for me on a few, they do good work.

Ron Cox would be another one to consider, just don't be in a hurry.

[Yellowlabhunter]

Thank you!

[Jozie & Me]

Is Ron Cox still working? I rode by his house last week and there was a future housing development sign in the front yard.

[Browning A-5]

He reblued a 1905 A5 for me years ago and made it look like it was made yesterday.

[TXFowler]

I was, not anymore...thank the Lord! Yes, been out for over 3 years, retired law enforcement and came to a part of something better...much better.

As long as you leave the dem yankee ideals north, you’re okay.


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[Yellowlabhunter]

I did! With my values still intact. Very easy, since I was raised on a cattle ranch 200 head of Angus ok average. Hunting and fishing since I could walk. I was just born in the better/reasonable part of the State. So, when my wife got an offer she had a hard time refusing, myself freshly retired, no kids in tow, we left. Best decision I've made in years. I like to consider ourselves as an asset not a liability.

We didn't expect anything and nor did we want a Starbucks or fast food near by. We just wanted peace.

We have that, mostly.

[Yellowlabhunter]

Outstanding! I have a '27 that needs TLC. My father's and I took ownership when he passed in '03.

[Saltydog235]

Is Ron Cox still working? I rode by his house last week and there was a future housing development sign in the front yard.

No idea, haven’t seen him in a few years. They had a couple of acres over there, somebody may have come along and he doesn’t need to work anymore.

[Carolina Counsel]

Ron sold almost all of the surrounding land for several tract home “developments.” Held out for years until they made it so he couldn’t say “no” anymore.

[Saltydog235]

Is Ron Cox still working? I rode by his house last week and there was a future housing development sign in the front yard.

No idea, haven’t seen him in a few years. They had a couple of acres over there, somebody may have come along and he doesn’t need to work anymore.

[WatereesWatson]

Darlington Gun Works will get you set up. I took a vintage LC Smith down there for some stock repair and a checkup. They polished the actions, tuned up the action lever and checked the dual triggers etc. Made sure it safe and ready to go. I was happy with the price and turnaround, which I think was under 2 weeks if I remember correctly. They'll set you up and do it right.