James Mugavero
Port Jervis
Summary
Accomplished gunsmith with extensive experience in precision machining and firearm restoration. Successfully built custom weapons and repaired complex mechanisms, ensuring optimal performance through meticulous attention to detail. Proven problem-solving aptitude and proficiency in safety procedures. Committed to delivering high-quality craftsmanship.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Gunsmith
Self-employeed
01.1992 - Current
Repair and restoration as well as building of complete weapons from scratch, including but not limited to turning of all types of threads, chambering and headspacing, turning down bolts for scope mounting etc.
Manufacturing and heat treating of broken, worn or missing parts.
Restore all types of firearm finishes from hot caustic black oxide, color case hardening, parkerizing and gun coatings.
Making of wood stocks form Raw lumber as well as Pre cut 85% blanks. Inletting and hand checkering.
Complete tear down of all parts, Inspecting, cleaning and making recommendations of any and all necessary repairs.
Function testing and range firing to ensure proper operation of weapon.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis High School
Port Jervis, NYSkills
- Hand tools proficiency
- Precision machining
- Safety procedures
- Ballistics
- Tool operation
- Welding techniques
- Machine operation
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Equipment maintenance
- Lathe operation
- Precision measuring
Timeline
Gunsmith
Self-employeed
01.1992 - Current
High School Diploma -
Port Jervis High School