I am relatively new to guns and I would like to learn basic gunsmithing. I am not looking to earn a living as a gunsmith. I simply want to be able to take care of and make general repairs and upgrades to my own guns, guns belonging to friends, etc. I would also like to learn reloading. Basically, I want to develop a new skill or two to contribute to my own enjoyment, self-sufficiency, value and even survival in the worst case scenarios.
I have come to realize the value of skills, even at a novice or intermediate level, and now I am trying to figure out the most efficient and affordable way for me to start learning. I have found numerous programs and schools promising all sorts of results, and that's fine, but most of them I can't afford, and others I am pretty sure are just scams. Besides, I just want to learn the basics and then grow over time in my own basement. I want to add value to my circle of friends.
So, given my desires, do any of you have any suggestions for what I might do to begin developing these skills? Are there quality, reputable online or DVD training courses out there (I'm very visual)? Are there any books that are far better than the rest? Other resources? Remember, I am not trying to get accredited or find a job at a local shop or anything. Also, I only have a limited amount of time to dedicate to this right now. For now, I just want to learn some basic skills as efficiently and effectively as possible. Again, I am totally new, so I want to start from scratch; and you can assume I don't know what you mean. : )
What would you do? Thanks for reading.
I have come to realize the value of skills, even at a novice or intermediate level, and now I am trying to figure out the most efficient and affordable way for me to start learning. I have found numerous programs and schools promising all sorts of results, and that's fine, but most of them I can't afford, and others I am pretty sure are just scams. Besides, I just want to learn the basics and then grow over time in my own basement. I want to add value to my circle of friends.
So, given my desires, do any of you have any suggestions for what I might do to begin developing these skills? Are there quality, reputable online or DVD training courses out there (I'm very visual)? Are there any books that are far better than the rest? Other resources? Remember, I am not trying to get accredited or find a job at a local shop or anything. Also, I only have a limited amount of time to dedicate to this right now. For now, I just want to learn some basic skills as efficiently and effectively as possible. Again, I am totally new, so I want to start from scratch; and you can assume I don't know what you mean. : )
What would you do? Thanks for reading.
