2018
Summer NRA Program
Trinidad State Junior College 600 Prospect St. Trinidad, Colorado 81082 1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724 or 719-846-5724
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page Number
President’s Welcome 3
Program Coordinator’s Welcome 4
General Information 4-7
Gunsmithing Technician Certificate 8
Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate 8
NRA Firearms Safety Instructor Certificate 9
Tuition & Fees 10
Using the GI Bill for Courses 11
Shipping of Firearms 11
2018 Class Schedule 12-13
2018 Firearms Safety Instructor Schedule 14
Instructor email addresses 15
Weekend Machine Labs 16
Week 1 – May 28-June 1 17-21
Week 2 – June 4-8 24-33
Beginning Machine Shop 33-40
SilencerCo Presentation 40
Week 3 – June 11-15 33-40
Week 4 – June 18-22 40-46
Week 5 – June 25-29 46-53
July 2-6 No classes
Week 6 – July 9-13 53-57
Week 7 – July 16-20 57-64
Week 8 – July 23-27 65-70
Week 9- July 30/Aug 3 70-73
Gunsmithing Fine Arts Capstone Information 73
Registration Form & Instructions 74-75
Map of Campus & Driving Directions 76
Appendix A 77
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PRESIDENT’S WELCOME
Gunsmiths across the country and the world know about Trinidad State. Graduates from our Gunsmithing
School are scattered across the globe carrying on the traditions they learned in Trinidad. Our reputation for
excellence is unchallenged.
But you don’t have to be a full time student here to share our legacy. Each year we offer immersive classes in
our NRA Summer Series. We invite the finest craftsmen and artists from the Gunsmithing world to Trinidad to
teach mostly one-week, hands-on courses. It’s been over 40 years since we first partnered with the NRA to
offer gun lovers these classes. We wouldn’t still be doing it, if we weren’t good at it.
Come enjoy the tradition. Immerse yourself.
Welcome to America’s Premier Gunsmithing School.
Sincerely,
Carmen M. Simone, Ph.D.
President
Trinidad State Junior College
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Welcome from the NRA Program Coordinator
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Trinidad State Junior College Summer NRA Program. If you weren’t
here in 2017 or came early in the session, you may not know that the Mullen Building is now AIR
CONDITIONED!
Housing will be in O’Connor Hall with only single rooms available at a cost of $120 per week. There will no
longer be a married housing option. We will require a $50, non-refundable deposit if you cancel your stay or if
there is any damage to your room. If there are no issues found following your stay, the deposit will be applied
toward your housing bill. If you have questions about the non-refundable deposit policy, please contact
Matthew Young at 719-846-5497 or [email protected]. Information on off-campus lodging,
restaurants, and things to do in the area is available on the Trinidad Tourism website here.
The third annual Art of the Gun show is scheduled for June 8-9, 2018 at the A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western
Art. If you are interested in displaying your firearms or firearms-related art, please let me know.
New classes this year include Airbrushing, Master Hand Engraving, Conserving Vintage Firearms, Barreling
Tactical Rifles: An Overview, Classic Finishes, and Advanced Scrimshaw.
If you are taking summer classes as professional development for your job, classes are available for CEU’s
(Continuing Education Units). Be sure to let me know when you register that you are taking classes for CEU’s
so your certificate of completion will be written up to verify this.
If you are taking Gunsmithing-related courses for credit in the summer program, you may be eligible for an
NRA Foundation scholarship. If you are taking the classes as non-credit, you may qualify for a scholarship
from the American Firearms & Shooting Foundation. Scholarships do not apply to the NRA Firearms Safety
Instructor courses. Both scholarships are based on financial need. Beginning in January 2018, applications for
these scholarships will be completed through an online application process. If you plan to apply for either
scholarship, let me know and I will contact you when the online application is available.
Be sure to check out the workshops available for your spouse through the Southern Rockies Heritage School at
Trinidad State at http://southernrockiesheritageschool.org. New classes are added to the website as they are
scheduled so be sure to check back more than once.
Thank you for considering Trinidad State for your Gunsmithing and Firearms Safety education. We look
forward to seeing you!
Donna
Donna Haddow
Continuing Education Coordinator
600 Prospect Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
Phone 719-846-5724
Toll free 1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724
Fax 719-846-5062
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Welcome to Trinidad State Jr. College’s 2018 Summer NRA Program. These short-term summer courses are
designed for anyone interested in learning Gunsmithing or art forms that have been associated with Gunsmithing
as a hobby or a vocation. Courses are available for the novice, the current student, or the professional. Each
course is organized individually for those who wish to learn a new skill, refine a technique, or study new technical
information. Students may sign up for one course or multiple courses depending on their goals; however, because
courses last from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, you may only sign up for one course per week.
Students must bring firearms to work on, and any supplies or parts necessary to complete their project. See
course descriptions and tool lists for details. Please keep in mind that the tools suggested for each class are the
minimum tools you should bring. Please feel free to bring any additional tools you feel you may need. All
participants must comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding firearms. All persons enrolled in
Gunsmithing courses must be able to legally own and possess firearms. NO WORKING FIREARMS or
ammunition are allowed in the residence halls with the exception of firearms checked into the gun vault located
in O’Connor Hall. You must be staying in TSJC housing to use the vault. Ask your RA about firearms check
in when you arrive. You may check your firearms into the tool room gun vault on Monday morning. All
firearms brought into the classroom will need to have a day tag. Further information will be provided at
orientation. Some courses list prerequisites. If you are unsure as to whether or not your education/training/life
experience meets the stated prerequisites, please contact the course instructor.
Most classes are conducted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Some classes may run on a
weekend or for extended hours each day – please be sure to read any notes located with the course description.
TSJC/NRA certificates of completion are awarded for each course completed. TSJC has a longstanding
affiliation with the National Rifle Association. The NRA, however, is not an accreditation agency. Trinidad
State Junior College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. You
will find all of our courses professional, thoughtfully constructed, and well, fun.
All classes must be paid at the time of registration. It is important to register for courses at least 5
weeks in advance to allow adequate time for the school to purchase supplies and equipment. NOTE: some
actions and other gun parts may take up to 2 months for delivery so please allow adequate time to purchase
your parts.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: Trinidad State is happy to welcome students from our neighbor, Canada;
however, we are not able to enroll students from other countries at this time.
TUITION
If you take a course as continuing education, you will pay a flat rate per week regardless of where you live. The
tuition for each course is shown with that course in the body of this document. Out-of-state residents taking
courses for credit will pay out-of-state tuition; however, rates may vary depending on where the student lives.
Current tuition rates. Colorado residents taking classes for credit will need to register for the College
Opportunity Fund (COF). Registration for COF may be done by clicking here. If you previously took classes for
credit, you do not need to register for COF again. If you are not registered for COF, you will not receive the
stipend on your account and will pay higher tuition. There is a one-time registration fee of $13.30. Please note
that the housing and meal information on the tuition rate sheet does not apply in the summer. See housing and
meals sections below for additional information.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Donna Haddow at 719-846-5724, 1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724 or
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Payment for classes may be made by telephone or by mailing your registration to:
Trinidad State Jr. College, NRA Program
Attn: Donna Haddow
600 Prospect St., Trinidad, CO 81082
Phone:1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724---Fax 719-846-5062
email:[email protected]
CANCELLATION POLICY
Classes are NON-REFUNDABLE with one exception: classes which TSJC cancels due to insufficient
enrollment, will be reimbursed in full. Classes with less than 6 students are subject to cancellation at the
discretion of the College. We will make every effort to notify you of a cancellation at least four weeks in
advance of the class.
COURSE TIMES and LOCATION
Unless otherwise stated, classes are conducted Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. Monday
morning orientation will be held at 8 a.m. in room 306 of the Mullen Building. Because some classes are being
offered at 3 credit hours, class times will run longer for those classes. Your instructor will provide class hours
on the first day of class. Students will then proceed to their classrooms. It is possible some courses may be
held, at least in part, at the Prator Gun Range.
Courses related to the NRA Firearms Safety Instructor Certificate will have dates and times listed in the course
schedule chart located in this document.
HOUSING
Housing will be in O’Connor Hall with only single rooms available at a cost of $120 per week. There will be no
longer be a married housing option. We will require a $50, non-refundable deposit if you cancel your stay or if
there is any damage to your room. If there are no issues found following your stay, the deposit will be applied
toward your housing bill. If you have questions about the non-refundable deposit policy, please contact
Matthew Young at 719-846-5497 or [email protected].
Information about off-campus lodging, restaurants, and things to do in the area is available on the Trinidad
Tourism website.
Rooms include bed, bedding, workbench and a desk. Married rooms will have two single beds. Please bring your
own towels and personal items. There is no air conditioning in housing and we recommend you bring a box fan
or desk fan. A limited number of fans will be available to rent for $5 per week. TSJC has a limited number of
micro/fridges available at no charge for those with medical needs (such as diabetics who need to store insulin).
If the units are not in use by those with medical needs when you are here, they will be available for rent on a first-
come, first-served basis for $20 per week. You may check in on Sunday afternoon before classes begin at no
additional charge. If you are here for multiple weeks, you may stay the weekend in between classes at no extra
charge. Each room contains a phone jack and hook up to basic television cable services. Television sets are not
provided. A television is located in the community room in the residence hall. Single male students will be housed
in O’Connor Hall. The residence hall used for married couples will be determined at a later date. NO
CHILDREN ARE ALLOWED TO STAY IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS. MARRIED HOUSING IS FOR
COUPLES ONLY. NO ALCOHOL is allowed in the hall.
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MEALS
Due to changes in programming at the College, we did not know when the cafeteria will be open and for
which meals at the time this document was put together. Sodexo Services will add a calendar with this
information to their home page as it gets closer to summer. https://trinidadstate.sodexomyway.com/
10-meal ticket prices have increased to $67.50.
The NRA Program hosts a free dinner for students each Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. in the Pioneer Room
located in the Sullivan Center (same building as the cafeteria and bookstore). If you plan to bring a guest, you
need to let Donna know during orientation on Monday. Tickets for guests are $12 each.
INSURANCE
Students enrolled in TSJC classes are NOT covered by any type of health or accident insurance. Students are
expected to arrange their own insurance.
LOCATION
Trinidad is located 200 miles south of Denver and 120 miles south of Colorado Springs, Colorado on Interstate
25. We are about 170 miles north of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
The nearest major airport is in Colorado Springs. If you are driving, take either exit -Exit 14 from the north side
of Trinidad or Exit 13B from the south side of Trinidad. **SEE MAP ON PAGE 76**
COMPUTER ACCESS
Trinidad State Junior College has free WIFI for students throughout the campus. Password will be available at
residence hall check in and orientation on Monday morning. TSJC computers are available in the residence
hall. If you will need access to these computers, please let us know at the time of registration so we can have a
student email account set up and ready for you when you arrive.
Using your VA Benefits
Many NRA Summer Classes are available for credit. Classes taken for credit are eligible for payment using
financial aid, GI Bill, and Vocational Rehab. Certain restrictions may apply. Please talk to our financial aid
office concerning your individual case: Misti Stelljes, Associate Director Financial Aid/Student Loan Specialist,
at 719-846-5553 or [email protected] Veterans Benefit Information
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT YOUR PARTICIPATION IN ALL HOURS OF CLASSES IS
CRITICAL IF YOU ARE TAKING A CLASS FOR CREDIT. FAILURE TO BE PRESENT THE
ENTIRE WEEK OF CLASS CAN RESULT IN A DROP IN YOUR GRADE, WHICH IS RECORDED
ON AN OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT.
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Gunsmithing Technician Certificate - 16 credits
Core classes required for certificate
Course Information Name Credit Hours
GUN 120 Basic Machine Shop 2
GUN 121 Advanced Machine Shop 2
GUN 116 Welding for Gunsmiths 2
GUN 103 Bluing 2
GUN 192 Benchmetal Hand Tools & Metallurgy 2
Three electives from courses offered for credit 6
**Note, the Benchmetal class was added to the required courses beginning in 2015.
Other summer courses offered for credit may be taken as electives toward the certificate. Courses offered as
continuing education only do not count toward the certificate.
Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate - 18 credits
New this summer is a Gunsmithing Fine Arts certificate. We have typically offered most of these classes and
thought it made sense to put them all together in a certificate along with some basic art education.
Course Information Name Credit hours
ART 275 Basic Drawing 2
GUS 129 Introductory Hand Engraving 3
GUS 229 Advanced Hand Engraving 3
GUN 141 Gunstock Carving 2
GUN 292 Scrimshaw 2
GUN 208 Alternative Metal Finishes 2
GUN 140 Checkering 2
GUN 289 Special Topics – Gunsmithing Fine Arts Capstone 2
Total Credits 18
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NRA Firearms Safety Instructor Certificate – 18 Credits
TSJC is proud to announce the addition of the NRA Firearms Safety Instructor certificate. Approved by the
Department of Education and the Higher Learning Commission, this certificate may make it possible for
students to use financial aid, GI Bill, and Vocational Rehabilitation programs to pay for the classes depending
on their eligibility.
Course Information Name Credit Hours
GUS 100/GUR 101 Orientation and Firearms Safety/NRA Basic Instructor* 0.5
GUR 106 NRA Basic Pistol Shooting 0.5
GUR 107 NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting 1
GUR 108 NRA Muzzleloading Pistol Shooting 1
GUR 109 NRA Muzzleloading Rifle Shooting 1
GUR 110 NRA Basic Rifle Shooting 1
GUR 111 NRA Muzzleloading Shotgun Shooting 1
GUR 112 NRA Personal Protection in the Home 1
GUR 120 NRA Range Safety Officer Course 0.5
GUR 200 NRA Basic Instructor Training* 0.5
GUR 201 NRA Home Firearms Safety Instructor 0.5
GUR 206 NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 207 NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 208 NRA Muzzleloading Instructor 1
GUR 210 NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 212 NRA Personal Protection in the Home Instructor 1
GUR 220 NRA Chief Range Safety Officer 0.5
GUR 250 Instructional Leadership 1
COM 115 Public Speaking 3
Total Certificate 18
If you have taken public speaking through another college, please ask us about transferring the credit to TSJC to
count toward this certificate.
*Basic Instructor training is required before any Instructor level courses can be taken.
The NRA Basic Pistol course is a pre-requisite to the NRA Basic Pistol Instructor and NRA Personal
Protection in the Home courses. Both courses must be taken before you can enroll in the NRA Personal
Protection in the Home Instructor course.
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TSJC Tuition & Fees page
**Please note that the housing and meal plan information shown below does
not pertain to Summer NRA students**
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USING THE GI BILL FOR SUMMER NRA COURSES
TSJC is a military friendly school and extends our sincere thanks to all veterans for their service to our country.
Summer NRA Courses may be covered under the GI bill if you qualify. Courses must be taken for credit
toward one of the certificates in order to be covered. For information on how to use your benefits at TSJC.
Misti Stelljes, Associate Director of Financial Aid/Student Loan Specialist, may be reached at 719-846-5553 or
[email protected] for assistance.
SHIPPING OF FIREARMS If you need to ship your firearms and/or tools to the school, they should be addressed to yourself in care of the
school. The firearm will be received in our mail room and given to the Gunsmithing Department to place in the
gun vault. If you ship through UPS or FedEx, and get a pre-paid shipping label, you will be able to ship the gun
back through our mailroom. If you do not get a pre-paid label, you may take the firearm to the local UPS center
– UPS’s only receives packages for shipping between 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.
Please address your package to the school as follows:
Trinidad State Junior College
Attn: John Doe, NRA Student
600 Prospect Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
Handguns must be shipped by overnight air.
If you have any questions about shipping firearms, please call the tool room at 719-846-5469.
The College mailroom is located on the first floor of the Berg Building.
Firearms on Campus: If you are licensed to carry a concealed firearm, they are allowed on campus per
Colorado State law; however, for safety reasons no loaded firearms are allowed in the Gunsmithing
classrooms. Please do not bring concealed firearms or ammunition to your class. If you are staying in
campus housing, a gun safe is available to store firearms in O’Conner Hall. Firearms you are using as
class projects may be stored in the gun safe in the tool room.
When transporting firearms on campus, please carry them in a gun case.
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Classes listed in green apply toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate
Classes listed in Red are required for the Gunsmithing Technician Certificate
SRHS = Southern Rockies Heritage School workshops
Classes in italics are scheduled for weekends
May 28– June 1 Stockmaking - Week 1 (both weeks are required) Glen Morovits Mullen 101
Alternative Finishes Lee Hadaway Mullen 106
Basic Machine Shop Bill Sturtevant Mullen 211
Introduction to Gunsmithing Ryan Newport Mullen 306
May 29-June 2 Basic Drawing (class was moved from week 2 to week 1) Jay Doering Berg 301
June 2-3 Weekend Machining Lab Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
June 4-8 Stockmaking – Week 2 Glen Morovits Mullen 101
Airbrushing Steve Franks Mullen 106
Advanced Machine Shop Bill Sturtevant Mullen 211
SRHS Hat Making Tom Hirt Mullen 306
Introductory Hand Engraving Dr. Michael Pierson Mullen 414
June 8-9 Art of the Gun June 9-10 Intro to Lathe – 4 ½ days ends Wednesday, 6-13 at noon Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
June 11-15 Brownells AR-15 Armorer’s and Customization Dean Batchelder Mullen 101
Accurizing the 1911 Ryan Newport Mullen 106
SRHS Leather Holster Making Bob Calkins Mullen 206
Intro to Lathe – 4 ½ days ends Wednesday, 6-13 at noon Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
Intro to Mill – 4 ½ days, starts Wednesday 6-13 at 1 p.m. Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
Reloading A-Z Rich Machholz Mullen 306
Advanced Hand Engraving Dr. Michael Pierson Mullen 414
Welding for Gunsmiths Mike Taunt Banta Bldg.
June 12 SilencerCo - Web Presentation 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Chris Conran Berg 105
June 16-17 Intro to Mill – ends Sunday afternoon Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
June 18-22 Advanced Welding for Gunsmiths Mike Taunt Mullen 101
Bluing Ryan Newport Mullen 106
SRHS Gun Leather II Bob Calkins Mullen 206
Custom Rifle Seminar Mark Stratton Mullen 211
Master Engraving – week 1 - both weeks are required Jim Blair Mullen 414
Blade Forging Steve Rollert Banta Bldg.
June 25-June 29 Conserving Vintage Firearms: Lock, Stock, and Barrel Jeff Myers Mullen 101 Barreling Tactical Rifles: An Overview Logan Schmit Mullen 211
Master Engraving – week 2 - both weeks are required Jim Blair Mullen 414
Damascus Billets Steve Rollert Banta
July 2-6 NO CLASSES
July 9-13 Wooden Boxes Clint Litsey Mullen 101
Classic Finishes Ryan Newport Mullen 106
CNC Mill & Lathe Joel Sturtevant Mullen 206
Basic Machine Shop Bill Sturtevant Mullen 211
July 14-15 Weekend Machining Lab Mike Wygovsky Mullen 211
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July 16-20 Introduction to Gunsmithing for Veterans Howard Massingill Mullen 101
Benchmetal Hand Tools & Metallurgy Fred Weisenborn Mullen 106
Advanced Machine Shop Bill Sturtevant Mullen 211
Welding for Gunsmiths Mike Taunt Banta Bldg.
Scrimshaw Jim Stevens Mullen 414
July 23-27 Experiments in Color Case Hardening Ryan Newport Mullen 106
Race Guns – week 1 Steve Pitt Mullen 206
Advanced Scrimshaw Jim Stevens Mullen 414
July 30-August 3 Checkering Glen Morovits Mullen 101 Race Guns – week 2 Steve Pitt Mullen 206
Action Blueprinting Bill Sturtevant Mullen 211
Gunstock Carving Jack Brooks Mullen 414
Classes may be added or cancelled
Follow our website for the most current information
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SUMMER 2018
NRA FIREARMS SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE SCHEDULE
Date Course # Course Title
Time May 29- 30 GUR 109 Basic Muzzleloading Rifle 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - 29th
8-noon - 30th May 30-31 GUR 108 Basic Muzzleloading Pistol Noon-5 p.m. - 30th
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. -31st June 1-2 GUR 111 Basic Muzzleloading Shotgun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - 1st
8 a.m. to noon - 2nd June 2 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) Noon to 6 p.m.
June 3-4 GUR 208 Instructor Muzzleloading 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. – 3rd 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. – 4th
June 5 GUR 120 Range Safety Officer 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
June 6 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 7 GUR 220 Chief Range Safety Officer 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 11 GUR 101 Home Firearms Safety 8 a.m. to noon
June 12 GUR 201 Instructor Home Firearms Safety 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 25-26 GUR 110 Basic Rifle Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days June 27 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 27 Rifle Instructor Qualification 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
June 28-29 GUR210 Instructor Basic Rifle 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 9 GUR 106 Basic Pistol Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
July 10-11 GUR 112 Personal Protection in the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 12-13 Cont Ed not for credit
Personal Protection Outside the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 14 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
July 16 Pistol Instructor Qualification 8 a.m. to noon
July 16-17 GUR 206 Instructor Basic Pistol 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 16th 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 17th
July 18 Personal Protection Instructor Qualification 8 a.m. to noon
July 18-19 GUR 212 Instructor Personal Protection in the Home 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 18th 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 19th
July 20-21 Cont Ed not for credit
Instructor Personal Protection Outside the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 23-24 GUR 107 Basic Shotgun Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 25 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
July 25 Shotgun Instructor Qualification 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
July 25-26 GUR 207 Instructor Basic Shotgun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
For complete information on these classes, please see Appendix A
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Instructors Email Addresses We are grateful for the following instructors who are willing to share their knowledge with our students
If your instructor is not listed here, please contact Donna at 719-846-5724 and she will have the instructor contact you.
Jim Stevens [email protected]
Dr. Michael Pierson [email protected]
Rich Machholz [email protected]
Ryan Newport [email protected]
Mike Taunt [email protected]
Bob Calkins [email protected]
Fred Weisenborn [email protected]
Glen Morovits [email protected]
Bill Sturtevant [email protected]
Lee Hadaway [email protected]
Steve Pitt [email protected]
Steve Rollert [email protected]
Mark Stratton [email protected]
Clint Litsey [email protected]
Logan Schmit [email protected]
Howard Massingill [email protected]
Mike Wygovsky [email protected]
Jim Blair www.jimblairengraving.com
Steve Franks [email protected]
Please note that our full time instructors may not be available for questions between semesters. If you are
unable to reach any of the instructors above, please feel free to call Donna at 719-846-5724 and we will try to
contact them on your behalf.
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Summer nra 2018 course descriptions
We have included lists of the minimum tools required for each class within the course descriptions below. Because of the variety of student projects, it is impossible for us to list all tools you may need. If you believe you may need something else, please bring it with you. The TSJC bookstore carries many tools. For a list of tools available in the bookstore.
Machine Shop Lab
$150 per weekend
Open Machine Shop Lab is for students with machining experience. This will be
a lab only with a minimum of formal instruction. Students should bring their own
tools, projects, and materials.
Labs are scheduled for the weekends of June 2-3 and July 14-15; however, if there
is enough demand, we will add additional weekend sessions. Labs may be
cancelled if there are not at least four students registered .
Instructor: Mike Wygovsky
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WEEK ONE - May 28-June 1
Stockmaking - Week 1
$760 or 4 credit hours You must take both weeks of this class
Introduces stockmaking techniques for a bolt action rifle from a 1/1 semi-inletted blank. The course will cover
in-letting the barrel and trigger guard, glass bedding, installing grip cap, recoil pad, fore-end tip, swivels,
shaping, sanding, and finishing a Weatherby barreled action.
Glen Morovits grew up along the Mississippi River bluff in southwest Wisconsin. “I usually had a 22LR in
my hands as I was chasing squirrels with the dog. Those early years of hunting turned into a lifelong love of the
outdoors and firearms”. Glen graduated from TSJC in 1981 and went to work for Don and Noma Allen to build
custom rifles. Those were the good old days and the beginning of a 30-year career working in the firearms
industry. He is now teaching stockmaking at TSJC and challenging the next generation to carry on the tradition.
Glen Morovits
Tools/Supplies Safety glasses (OSHA approved)
1 #3 Rawhide mallet or dead blow
1 #49 cabinet makers rasp
1 half round bastard file
Assortment of files of different shapes and sizes (desirable/optional)
1 recoil pad
Assortment of sandpaper 120 gr. To 220 gr.
1 block forend tip wood (only if desired on stock)
1 type of oil stock finish (hand rubbed)
1 medium regular screwdriver
1 medium Phillips screwdriver
1 ¼” straight push chisel
1 9/16” “U” gouge
1 8/16” straight push chisel
1 9/16” channel rasp (optional)
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1 Jerry Fisher green scraper
1 Jerry Fisher blue scraper
220 grit wet or dry sandpaper
320 grit wet or dry sandpaper
Barreled action – or you can purchase a Weatherby Vanguard through the school for $220 – this must be
ordered 10 weeks before this class (deadline is March 19th)
Stock blank, semi-inlet preferred
Grip cap
If you need help with a stock blank or semi-inletting of your wood, please contact the instructor at least 4-6
weeks prior to the class. He can be reached by telephone at 605-490-8438, email at [email protected] or
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Alternative Finishes
$380 or 2 credit hours (course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
This class will explore some of the more common, non-traditional, finishes used in our industry. These will
include, but are not limited to, Parkerizing, Cerakote, and Gunkote. 2-3 Project guns would be sufficient for
this class, we will have test pieces available to practice on if there is a finish that you would like to learn, but
not put on your own firearm.
KG Industries will supply certificate of completion for the Gunkote portion of this class.
Lee Hadaway is a 1990 graduate of the TSJC Gunsmithing Program with an AAS and an Advanced
Firearms Repair certificate. Lee's first job out of school took him to Tulsa, Oklahoma. There he worked for a
shop that performed warranty repair work for most of the Walmart stores in the country. He performed warranty
repairs for Smith & Wesson, Remington, Winchester, Browning, Savage, Colt, and Mossberg repairing over
2000 firearms. He later bought into an existing business, The Ammo Shop, Inc. which included retail sales,
Gunsmithing, pawn business, commercial ammo manufacturing, and running the indoor range. Lee also
contracted with The Ordnance Depot and converted 65 Marlin Lever Actions into Takedowns. Eventually he
went to work for Scattergun Technologies where he was in charge of the Rebuild Program and performed the
service of rebuilding ragged out Law Enforcement 870s and 1100s. He performed work for over 200 Law
Enforcement Departments or Agencies, including FBI, DEA, INS, HUD, US Postal Inspectors, Federal Reserve
and US Marshals. In his spare time, Lee provided Gunsmithing services to Game Fair Limited, a very high-end
gun shop. This gave Lee the opportunity to work on Purdy, Holland & Holland, Westley Richards, Parker, and
LC Smith side by sides. Lee chose to move back to Trinidad, Colorado and teach for his old alma mater,
Trinidad State Junior College. For 3 years, Lee taught the Third Year Advanced Firearms Repair Program. He
has also regularly taught Bluing, Winchester High Wall I & II, and Shotgunsmithing. Lee has also taught in the
NRA Summer Program at Trinidad State. His summer classes are Takedown Lever Actions, Tactical Shotguns,
Handgun Repair, Long Gun Repair, and Bluing & Metal Finishing. He has operated The Arms Room since
1999. www.thearmsroom.com email: [email protected]
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Lee Hadaway
Tool List
Set of punches
Small ball peen hammer
Various hand tools for disassembling firearms
120, 220,240,320 grit aluminum oxide cloth backed polishing paper (10yds each)
Personal respirator, approved for painting applications
Safety Glasses
1 box (100) latex disposable gloves in your size
Assorted small 6-10 files in smooth to bastard cut
Paasche single action siphon feed airbrush. The H set works well. Order online or can usually be picked up
from Hobby Lobby. This is just a recommendation. Some air guns will be available for class use.
Cerakote in your choice of colors. Gunkote will be available from the instructor for $5 per gun.
1 quart of Acetone or MEK
Projects to be worked on, if you have any questions please feel free to contact the instructor at the email above.
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Introduction to Gunsmithing
$380 or 2 credit hours
This course will cover operational theory, disassembly and assembly, proper use of hand tools and precision
measuring instruments, and an introduction to basic bench work of the Gunsmithing trade. Consideration will be
given to minor gun repair and the installation of firearm accessories. A brief study of Federal Firearm Law and
record keeping will be included. Students should bring some type of project to work on during lab times under
the supervision of the instructor. Students may bring projects related to the scheduled topic outlines. For other
projects, please contact the instructor.
Ryan Newport is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. After graduation he spent several years working
as a repair gunsmith for Browning Arms on their high end line of shotguns and rifles. Ryan returned to TSJC in
2011as an Associate Professor of Gunsmithing teaching Bench Metal, Firearms Conversions, Firearms Metal
Finishing, Alternative Metal Finishes, Shotgunsmiting, Custom Pistolsmithing, and Firearms Repair.
[email protected] office # 719-846-5525
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Ryan Newport
Tool List
Safety Glasses - OSHA Approved
Screwdrivers - miscellaneous assortment designed to fit gun screws
Small Hammer - 4oz brass or metal
Small pin punches
Metal files - assortment of small and medium metal cutting
File Handles - one to fit each file
Hand Grinder - (suggested but not mandatory)
Cutters for hand grinders - misc. assortment of metal and stones
Dial Caliper - 6"
Steel 6" Rule
3" wide Vise Jaws to protect work - (1/4" plywood lined with cork will do) File Card
Needle Files
Dental Pick
Pliers w/side Cutters
Small tap handle
Hacksaw with medium blade –
Note: any of the above tools can be substituted with a like tool from home. The thing about most gun work is
you don't know you will need it until you need it, so you may choose bring extra tools you find handy. All tools
listed can be purchased on campus at the Trek-Inn Bookstore or through Brownells, Inc. 200 South Front St.,
Montezuma, Iowa 50171Ordering/Tech Support: 800-741-0015
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Basic Machine Shop
$380 or 2 credit hours (Core Class for Certificate)
This class offers instruction and hands-on experience in machine tool operation. Students will gain experience
with the metalworking lathe and milling machine in the manufacture of parts and tools.
Bill Sturtevant is a graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing program, Bill joined the full-time
Gunsmithing faculty in August 2014. Bill has owned and operated Bill’s Gun Shop in Pueblo, Colorado since
1990 and is known for producing quality custom and semi-custom firearms. The shop has a well-established
reputation for completing complex repairs others were not able to do. He has completed several firearms that
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were used to gain world records in long distance accuracy. Bill has also performed contract machining for
several large manufacturing companies in Colorado Springs, handling production runs of intricate parts.
Bill Sturtevant
Basic Machine Shop Tool List
#2 center drill
5/16" or 1/4" HSS lathe tool bit blanks
6" dial caliper or 1" micrometer
6" steel rule
60-degree center gauge
Assorted files with handles
Carbide tipped scribe
Emery cloth: 120, 220, 320 and 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety Glasses
Thread pitch gauge
6" or 8" adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8”
Center punch
Gunsmith pin punch set
Hammer
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Metric Allen wrench set
Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or supplies that may be useful, bring them.
You can never have too many tools.
Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints.
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BASIC DRAWING May 29-June 2
**NOTE: THIS CLASS STARTS ON TUESDAY AND GOES THROUGH SATURDAY
Basic Drawing
$250 or 2 credit hours (This course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
Investigates the various approaches and media that students need to develop drawing skills and visual
perception. The course is designed to benefit both the Gunsmithing Fine Arts students and students wanting to
learn or improve their drawing skills.
Whether you take this class as continuing ed (non-credit) or for credit, the following topics will be covered. If
taken as non-credit, you will not be given a grade for the class. A complete syllabus will be provided on the
first day of class.
Topical Outline:
I. Media and Processes
A. Traditional two-dimensional media and processes
B. Illustration, decorative flourishes and motif
II. Visual Elements
A. Line
B. Shape
C. Value
D. Texture
E. Space
F. Linear and Spatial Perspective
III. Principles of Composition
A. Balance
B. Scale
C. Proportion
D. Movement
E. Dominance
F. Harmony, Rhythm and Repetition
G. Unity and Variety
IV. Subject Matter
A. Representational Nature (Ex. Deer, Elk, Bear, Tiger, Pheasants, Flowers & Leaves)
B. Still Life
C. Pointillism
D. Historical Perspective
V. Presentation Portfolio
A. Reference Sketches, Tracings, Studies and Projects
B. Critique
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Course Week Calendar/Daily Lesson plans:
Assignments
6/4/17
Developing Art Literacies and Relevance of Traditional Drawing, Visual Elements Vocabulary, Value Scales,
Drawing Shapes into Form, Hatching/Cross Hatching, Pointillism/Stippling Techniques.
In Class Project – Creating Form with Pen/Ink, Graphite, Charcoal, Color Pencil, Value Scale Studies
6/5/17
Composition (Balance, Negative/Positive Space, Creating Depth, Geometric Form, Scale, and Proportion,
Drawing Animals, Flowers, Motifs and Flourishes, Visual Elements Review/Short Quiz
Start In Class Project #1 – 5”x 7” Pen/Ink using, Drawing Paper and Clay Board.
6\6\17
One Point, Two Point Linear Perspective and Atmospheric Perspective, Visual Elements Review
Supervised In Class Studies and Continue Project #1.
6-7-17
Composition (Symmetry, Asymmetry, Unity, Harmony, Dominance), Pen/Ink, Color Pencil Techniques, Visual
Elements Review
Start In Class Project #2 -One Point/ Two Point Perspective Drawings.
6-8-17
Art Literacies Summary, Drawing Portfolio Critique and Visual Elements Review
Supervised In Class Studies and Complete Project #2.
There is not a required text book for this class.
My expectation of your creative process is that you make good use of class time, practice and develop ideas in
the drawing techniques and concepts covered in class. Art projects and in-class studies are graded on
completeness of the assignment and craftsmanship.
Instructor, Jay Doering: For me, drawing is the fundamental underpinning of all art because it provides an
immediate response of hand\eye coordination, reflection of skill and craft, and exploration of critical thinking....
BFA 1990 CU, Boulder MFA 1994 The School of the Art Institute, Chicago
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Basic Drawing Art Supply List
One 3 pack 5”x7” Flat 1/8” panel Scratchbord (black) (Ampersand)
One 4 pack 6”x6” Flat 1/8” panel Claybord (white) (Ampersand)
One Etching Pen/Scriber (General)
Kneaded eraser
Eraser (Mars Plastic)
Three charcoal pencils – Soft, Medium,Hard
One blending stump (tortillon)
One white charcoal pencil
Graphite Drawing Pencils (F, H, 2H, 3H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6 ),
Four Black Artist Pens (Faber-Castell Pitt Superfine, Fine, Medium and Brush)
Tracing Paper (9 x 12”)
White Drawing Pad (11x 14”) Canson
Sketch Pad (9 x 12”)
WEEK TWO June 4-8
Stockmaking – Week 2 SEE WEEK 1 FOR DETAILS
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Airbrushing
Rat’s Advanced Tricks & Techniques
$380
Continuing Ed only – not for college credit Course is limited to 10 students
Note: This class is not for beginners. Students should have taken Alternative Finishes the week before this
class or within the past two years. Students should already possess an advanced comprehensive skill-set and
are looking to better their abilities and artistic expression.
This class will cover airbrushing concepts using the medium of your choice whether it be KG Gun Kote™ or
Cerakote™. This class will cover techniques such as custom blending unique colors, using pigments and pearls,
patina/worn look, detailed spraying and masking, airbrushing tips and tricks, and some of the techniques that set
our work apart from the rest. I will discuss with each student prior to the class to determine which skills they
want to learn and tailor the instruction to fit their needs.
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Pinstriping by Rat originated as a hobby from 1995-2013 in the Central Valley of California. It became an
established family owned business in 2014 due to the increasing demand of people who had seen the custom
work and personalization that we were doing to our personal vehicles and miscellaneous items.
Owner and founder Steve ‘Rat’ Franks heads the operation at Pinstriping by Rat with nearly 20 years of
experience in pinstriping, hand lettering, graphic design and airbrushing. In 2013 Steve was approached by a
long-time friend and professional Gunsmith about a new avenue to express his artistic talents, by applying
KG™ or Cerakote™ to most anything. With this specialized refinishing process we are able to turn your off-
the-shelf item into a truly unique, functioning tool. We continue to grow our business out of this need, due to a
shortage of skilled and available artists to produce this unique and truly custom artwork. We pride ourselves in
attention to detail, along with possessing decades of experience and skill in a trade that is often referred to as
“Old World Craftsmanship” .http://www.pinstripingbyrat.com/
Tools/Materials
Students should bring two 20 oz. or two 30 oz. stainless steel tumblers to learn on
Bring firearm(s) you would like to airbrush – firearm should be disassembled and extremely clean. You may
bring the tools you need to reassemble the firearm when complete.
Personal respirator, approved for painting applications
Although some materials may be available, you should bring the Gunkote, Cerakote, etc. that you would like to
use.
Touch up automotive spray gun, 4oz cup gravity fed, of good quality.
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Advanced Machine Shop
(Core class for certificate)
$380 or 2 credit hours
This class will provide further instruction and practice on machine tool operation. The students will be
instructed in rifle barrel re-barrel techniques as well as some advanced machine shop operations. Projects will
vary according to individual interests. PREREQUISITE: Basic machine shop or consent of instructor.
Bill Sturtevant is a graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing program, Bill joined the full-time
Gunsmithing faculty in August 2014. Bill has owned and operated Bill’s Gun Shop in Pueblo, Colorado since
1990 and is known for producing quality custom and semi-custom firearms. The shop has a well-established
reputation for completing complex repairs others were not able to do. He has completed several firearms that
were used to gain world records in long distance accuracy. Bill has also performed contract machining for
several large manufacturing companies in Colorado Springs, handling production runs of intricate parts.
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Bill Sturtevant
Advanced Machine Shop Tool List
Barrel fitting requires that you provide one pre-contoured barrel, and an action that suits the class project. If you
have more needs or would like to include something else, bring two. Call if you think you want other
instruction.
#2 or #3 Center drill
1/2 ", 4 Flute double end mill
5/16" - 3/8" HHS tool bits (and/or appropriate turning and facing carbide bits)
6" Dial caliper
6" Steel rule
60° Thread center gauge
Assorted files (with handles)
Carbide tip scribe
Emery cloth: 80, 120, 240, 320, 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety glasses
Thread pitch gauge
While not required, assorted hand tools can provide a useful addition:
6" or 8" Adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8"
Center punch
Gunsmithing pin punch set
Gunsmithing screwdrivers
Hammer
Pliers
Tool box
Metric Allen wrench set
Depth micrometer 0-3”
Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or supplies that may be useful, bring them.
You can never have too many tools.
Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints
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HAT MAKING with Tom Hirt
$300 Continuing Ed only-not for college credit
Students will learn to use the equipment and techniques to make a hat with products that most people have or
can readily get from home. Students will learn how to shape the hat by hand, ironing of the brim, sizing and
hand cutting of the brim, hand pouncing and hand finishing the crown. If time allows, the class may touch on
hat binding and trim by hand. Students will leave class with a completed hat and the skills needed to
practice what they learned at home and make additional hats with supplies they have on hand. Tom will
provide a hat box with all the tools and materials needed for each student. This class has some down time while
waiting for processes to complete. To fill this time, students may bring a hat in need of repair and/or plan to
make a second hat as time permits.
Tom Hirt is old-fashioned guy who does things the old fashioned way. You might call him a throw-back to a
bygone era-that time when h and cowboys and craftsmen took care of business with their hands. Hirt continues
that tradition to this day as a hat maker who makes superior-quality beaver felt hats one at a time by
hand. Known as the hat maker for the movies, he has designed hats for many famous clients including Val
Kilmer, Sam Elliot, and Sharon Stone. His credits include Tombstone, the Quick and the Dead, Conagher, and
many others. After almost 20 years, he is considered one of the West’s most notable and most established
hatters. Hats of the West or email Tom at [email protected] 719-372-9399
Tom Hirt
Tool/Supply list
Students will need to register no later than May 11th in order for Tom to get the materials he will need for
the class. Students should contact Tom at the number above to get a complete list of other supplies [at students
expense] they need to bring and provide their hat size for ordering the block, etc. Students will reimburse Tom
for the cost of supplies and should contact him for pricing and to provide hat size information.
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Introductory Hand Engraving
$380 or 3 credit hours
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**Note** In order for this course to meet the requirements for the Gunsmithing Arts Certificate,
classes will run longer each day. Students should report for orientation at 8 a.m. Monday
morning. Dr. Pierson will discuss extended class time at the beginning of the course.
(This course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
This course covers basic concepts and skills related to hammer and chisel engraving. Special emphasis will be
placed on tool sharpening, pattern theory, designing, transferring, and cutting patterns.
Dr. Michael J. Pierson has been an academic administrator and taught technical subjects in a university
setting for over 35 years. He has been engraving for 24 years, was trained by Frank Hendricks, and is a member
of the Firearms Engraver’s Guild of America. He is proficient with both the hammer and chisel and pneumatic
engraving techniques and a wide variety scroll patterns.
Dr. Michael J. Pierson
Tool List
Required tools and supplies:
1. Chasing hammer, 1-1/8" face from NGraver or GRS
2. Four 3/32” carbalt XD blanks from Lindsay
3. #7, #12, #20 straight liners in standard width from NGraver or #18-10 and #24-10 straight liners
from GRS
4. Steel ruler, 6 inch
5. Dividers
6. Scribe
7. Ellipse template #20750 from Drafting Steals
8. Circle template #20724 from Drafting Steals
9. Stabilio # 8008 pencilfrom Amazon
10. Curved burnisher from Amazon
11. Dot punch set, No. 1, 2, 3 from NGraver or beading tool #10, #15, and #22 from GRS
12. Optivisor, #3 lens from GRS
13. Talcum powder
14. Clear packaging tape
15. Money clip, nickel silver spring tempered from Ngraver
16. One tube of oil based black etching ink from Faust or Eckersleys
17. Stainless tool holder for 3/32” graver blanks from Lindsay
18. Wet/dry silicon carbide sandpaper (220,320, & 400 grit)
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19. Palm push adjustable length graver from Lindsay
20. 3/16” brass punch from MSC
21. 3/16” steel punch from MSC
22. Carbide bur set #004-511 from GRS
Contact information for tool and supply sources:
GRS Tools
Ngraver Company
Lindsay Engraving
Rudolph Faust, Inc.
Eckersley’s Arts and Crafts
MSC Industrial Supply
OUTLINE OF COURSE CONTENT:
I. Engraving tools
A. Types
B. Sharpening
II. Pattern theory
A. Spiral type
1. Circular
2. Elliptical
B. Spiral characteristics
1. Corridor type
a. True corridors
b. Holding corridor
2. Relationship to other spirals
a. Common stem spirals
b. Overlaid spirals
C. Spiral measurements
1. Spiral height
2. Corridor height
3. Extension length
4. Standoff
5. Number of turns
6. Angle of departure
D. Leaf anatomy
1. Leaf types
a. Adjacent
b. Separated
2. Leaf parts
a. Sweeps
b. Buds
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c. Lobes
3. Leaf measurements
a. Leaf height
b. Stem thickness
c. Sweep height
d. Bud height
e. Leaf meter
f. Leaf width
g. Leaf separation
III. Designing patterns
A. Selecting scroll style
B. Laying out the pattern
1. Outline the panel
2. Establish the panel’s center line
3. Draw planning circles
4. Establish point of origination
5. Establish scroll height, corridor height, and rate of turn
IV. Cutting patterns
A. Hammer and chisel or chasing method
B. Borders
C. Lining
D. Backgrounds
1. Flush
2. Relief
E. Transfer plates
F. Transfer techniques
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MACHINING COURSES FOR BEGINNERS
Introduction to Lathe
$380 or 2 credit hours
This class will begin on Saturday, June 9th and run through
Wednesday, June 11th at noon (4 ½ days)
This class is intended for beginning machinists with no prior experience.
Class is limited to 12 students
Introduces basic lathe applications which will consist of identifying lathe components and controls,
understanding turning safety, calculating speeds and feeds, using various tools and tool holders, identifying
basic tool geometry, and the use of common lathe spindle tooling. Students will perform basic lathe operations,
which will consist of facing, center-drilling, chuck turning, turning between centers, boring, grooving, tapers,
knurling, and single point threading. Students will be required to produce specified parts to a tolerance of +/-
.004 in. and perform competencies set by manufacturing standards.
Mike Wygovsky graduated from East Brunswick Vocational And technical High School in 1995 for Machine
Shop. He also is a 1997 TSJC Gunsmithing graduate with the Third year repair Certificate. He has worked in a
variety of machine shops and is currently a TSJC Machining instructor.
Tool List
(same list for our Basic Machine Shop class)
#2 center drill
5/16" or 1/4" HSS lathe tool bit blanks
6" dial caliper or 1" micrometer
6" steel rule
60-degree center gauge
Assorted files with handles
Carbide tipped scribe
Emery cloth: 120, 220, 320 and 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety Glasses
Thread pitch gauge
6" or 8" adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8”
Center punch
Gunsmith pin punch set
Hammer
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Pliers
Screwdrivers
Metric Allen wrench set
A list of required tools is also enclosed. Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or
supplies that may be useful, bring them. You can never have too many tools.
Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints
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Introduction to Milling Machine
$380 or 2 credit hours
This class will begin on Wednesday, June 11th at 1 p.m. and run
through Sunday, June 17th (4 ½ days)
This class is intended for beginning machinists only
Class is limited to 12 students
This class will teach students to identify the major parts of the vertical mill, align a vise, use an indicator, edge
finder and boring head, determine speeds and feeds, perform simple indexing, mill flat, square surfaces and
slots, drill, bore, and tap holes, and work within a plus or minus .0002 inch tolerance. Students taking this class
for credit toward the mini-certificate, will receive a full syllabus on the first day of class.
Mike Wygovsky graduated from East Brunswick Vocational And technical High School in 1995 for Machine
Shop. He also is a 1997 TSJC Gunsmithing graduate with the Third year repair Certificate. He has worked in a
variety of machine shops and is currently a TSJC Machining instructor.
Tool List
(same list for our Basic Machine Shop class)
#2 center drill
5/16" or 1/4" HSS lathe tool bit blanks
6" dial caliper or 1" micrometer
6" steel rule
60-degree center gauge
Assorted files with handles
Carbide tipped scribe
Emery cloth: 120, 220, 320 and 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety Glasses
Thread pitch gauge
6" or 8" adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8”
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Center punch
Gunsmith pin punch set
Hammer
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Metric Allen wrench set
A list of required tools is also enclosed. Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or
supplies that may be useful, bring them. You can never have too many tools.
Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints
Week 3 June 11-15
Brownells AR-15 Armorer and Customizing
$380 Continuing Education – not for college credit
The object of this course is to familiarize the student with the AR-15 weapons format. Instruction will include
functioning, disassembly of main and subgroups and reassembly, troubleshooting and function testing tips, tool
use, and the installation of many aftermarket custom parts. Also covered will be some different cartridge
offerings in the AR-15 format. The .308 AR will also be discussed and the different manufacturers and the
compatibility between them discussed. Students are encouraged to bring their own firearms as a whole or in
various states of assembly for completion during the class as we will not have any firearms for each student to
work on.
Dean Batchelder graduated from Colorado School of Trades in 1992 and in 1997 had his own shop and did
bluing and general repair. In 2001 he started at Brownells as a Technical Support Gunsmith, and since then he
has taught yearly classes on the AR15 and on Alternate Finishes to the students at various Gunsmithing Schools
and also at NRA Summer Schools. If you have any questions about the class, you may contact him at
Tool List
Safety glasses
If you have purchased a handguard to install on your AR, and it comes with or uses a proprietary barrel nut
wrench, please bring the wrench needed.
You can bring your own tools, but the instructor will have tools that the students can use such as punches,
armorer wrenches, vise blocks, disassembly/reassembly tools, torque wrenches, and such.
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Accurizing the 1911
$380 or 2 credit hours
In this course we will cover fit of a national match barrel and barrel bushing, fit of ambidextrous safeties, fitting
grip safeties, disassembly, parts nomenclature, re-assembly, cycle of operation, and trouble shooting.
Ryan Newport is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. After graduation he spent several years
working as a repair gunsmith for Browning Arms on their high end line of shotguns and rifles. Ryan returned to
TSJC in 2011as an Associate Professor of Gunsmithing teaching Bench Metal, Firearms Conversions, Firearms
Metal Finishing, Alternative Metal Finishes, Shotgunsmiting, Custom Pistolsmithing, and Firearms Repair.
office # 719-846-5525
Ryan Newport
Tool List
Depth micrometer if you have one (optional).
1. Cleaning rod and patches for 45 Auto
2. Roll of 1" wide (approximately) masking tape
3. Safety glasses with side shields
4. Shop towels (Minimum of 2 rolls)
5. Black magic marker
6. Small high intensity flashlight
7. Bench mat
8. Ball Peen Hammer, 4oz.
9. Nylon/Brass Hammer
10. Pin Punch 5/32"
11. Tools that you need to disassemble your 1911
a) Tools to remove grips (Screwdriver, Allen or Torx)
b) Barrel Bushing Wrench, Non Marring
c) Pin Punches (1/16", 1/8", 3/32")
d) Screwdriver or Allen wrench for Mag Catch Lock
e) Tweezers, 4-6"
12. Variable speed Dremel Tool (plug in model, no cordless models) with the following accessories:
a. 1/4” round stone medium coarseness
b. 2- 1/2” felt buffing wheels
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c. 2- 1/4” felt buffing wheels
Parts List:
All students will need a Government (5”) length fully operational and safe 1911 along with the following parts
list
1. National Match Full gunsmith Fit Barrel I recommend:
Storm Lake oversized gunsmith fit (Brownells part#842-000-115WB)
Kart oversized gunsmith fit (Brownells Park # 472-020-045WB)
No semi fit, pre fit, or ramped barrels will be allowed in class.
2. Barrel Links (Wilson Combat #3, #4, #5. Brownells #965-142-000WB)
3. Barrel Link Pin
4. Oversized Barrel Bushing (Brownells #296-000-085WB)
5. Ambidextrous safety if desired to fit
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Leather Holster Making
$300
Does not include leather, which you will need to purchase when you arrive
Continuing Ed Only – not for college credit
This class was created to teach students how to construct quality gun leather using methods and techniques
requiring a minimum number of leather tools. Since the work is by hand (no sewing machines, etc.) reasonable
hand strength and dexterity is necessary for class participation.
Students will learn the methods I used to design, layout, stitch, wet mold, edge, burnish, apply oil or antique
finish, and basket stamp holsters. As the class progresses, each student will construct two holsters for guns of
their choice. I would suggest a pancake holster for a semi auto (model 1911’s are great) as well as a revolver
holster of either a conventional or western design. You will have the opportunity to basket stamp one of these
holsters if you so desire. Students may wish to bring two personal handguns to use in constructing these
holsters (no scoped handguns, please). If time permits, we will discuss construction of gun belts, cartridge loop
sewing, magazine cases, saddle scabbards, and knife sheaths.
Robert (Bob) Calkins is an active shooter, hunter and firearms collector who has made gun leather for himself,
friends, and customers for over 50 years. In 1990, he and his wife, LaVon, decided to establish 3 Cross Custom
Gunleather as a part-time business. Upon retiring from the Department of the Interior in 1994, gun leather became a full-time occupation. Bob crafts gun rigs for cowboy competitors, which has included State, National, and World Champion
shooters. Hunters, outdoorsmen, casual shooters, and concealed-carry holders, make up the balance of his business.
At age 75, Bob has cut back on working hours, but still produces several holsters and gun belts every week. In his
opinion, there are numerous good leather craftsmen. However, he believes an individual with a true appreciation of firearms and their use is essential to building a truly functional piece of gun leather.
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Bob Calkins 505-598-0208 (h) 505-716-3231 (c) or [email protected]
Bob Calkins
Leather Holster Making Tool List
Quality leather will be made available to students through the college bookstore. Costs will be based on
projects to be developed. TSJC Bookstore – please contact Sandra Rodman at 719-846-5610 for
information
Needles, thread, oil, stamping tools, etc. will be furnished at no charge by the instructor.
¼” light weight electric drill
Dremel tool with sanding drums
Clear safety glasses
Sponge and quart size water container (large butter tub is great)
Straight edge ruler
16: x 20” piece of ¾” plywood with smooth side
Exacto knife with blades
Rawhide #4 Mallet (such as Tandy #3300-04)
Craft Tool Leather Shears (such as Tandy #3050-00)
Grooving tool (such as Tandy 8074-00)
Edging tool (such as Tandy #8077-03 or Osborne #127-4 preferred)
Craft tool Overstitcher #6 (such as Tandy 8079-06)
#14 Punch (such as Tandy 3777-14)
#9 Punch (such as Tandy 3777-9)
12” x 12” Granite piece (minimum 1” thick)
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Reloading A-Z
$380
Continuing education only – not for college credit
This class will address all facets of reloading from the basics to the most advanced techniques. Students should
bring their own equipment if convenient and instructor will concentrate on precision reloading long range
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preparation, but not limited to that. We will look at Exterior Ballistics and how bullet shape can influence
accuracy. Plus we will follow an informal format trying to be open to all pertinent questions.
This class in intended for beginner-level reloaders and is limited to 10 students.
Rich Machholz has been a ballistic technician at Sierra Bullets for 21 years and a long range Benchrest competitor for
over half that time. He began hunting at a very early age and reloading followed shortly thereafter. In the early 1980's he got an idea, made some drawings, hired an attorney and eventually received a design patent for case spinners. He
resurrected his old Sportsman Supply Company, which was a retail sales company but soon developed into a small
manufacturing company building portable shooting tables, rifle rests, target stands and the SSC Case Spinners. That
eventually lead to freelance writing and later yet got him in the door at Sierra Bullets. [email protected]
Rich Machholz
Reloading A-Z Tool List
Current reloading manual
1" Micrometer (optional)
6" Calipers
Reloading dies for your caliber of choice.
Bullets for their caliber of choice.
Powder for your caliber of choice.
Primers for your caliber of choice.
Brass for your caliber of choice.
Pad of engineering paper and writing instrument
Reloading tray
Front rest and or appropriate front and rear bags
Bore cleaning equipment
proper eye and ear protection
Rifles or Pistols to check for problems, proper function, and to shoot later in the week providing the weather is
good.
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Advanced Hand Engraving
$380 or 3 credit hours **Note** In order for this course to meet the requirements for the Gunsmithing Arts Certificate, classes will
run longer each day. Students should report for orientation at 8 a.m. Monday morning. Dr. Pierson will
discuss extended class time at the beginning of the course.
(This course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
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This course covers advanced concepts and skills related to push engraving and hammer and chisel engraving.
Special emphasis will be placed on scroll types, precious metal inlay, bulino and banknote engraving, restoring
engraving, and lettering. Students should complete the Introductory Hand Engraving course prior to enrolling
Advanced Hand Engraving.
Dr. Michael J. Pierson has been an academic administrator and taught technical subjects in a university
setting for over 35 years. He has been engraving for 24 years, was trained by Frank Hendricks, and is a member
of the Firearms Engraver’s Guild of America. He is proficient with both the hammer and chisel and pneumatic
engraving techniques and a wide variety scroll patterns.
Dr. Michael J. Pierson
Advanced Hand Engraving
Tool List
Required tools and supplies:
1. Chasing hammer, 1-1/8" face from NGraver or GRS
2. Four 3/32” carbalt XD blanks from Lindsay
3. #7, #12, #20 straight liners in standard width from NGraver or #18-10 and #24-10
straight liners from GRS
4. Steel ruler, 6 inch
5. Dividers
6. Scribe
7. Ellipse template #20750 from Drafting Steals
8. Circle template #20724 from Drafting Steals
9. Stabilio # 8008 pencilfrom Amazon
10. Curved burnisher from Amazon
11. Dot punch set, No. 1,2,3 from NGraver or beading tool #10, #15, and #22 from
GRS
12. Optivisor, #3 lens from GRS
13. Talcum powder
14. Clear packaging tape
15. Money clip, nickel silver spring tempered from Ngraver
16. One tube of oil based black etching ink from Faust or Eckersleys
17. Stainless tool holder for 3/32” graver blanks from Lindsay
18. Wet/dry silicon carbide sandpaper (220,320, & 400 grit)
19. Palm push adjustable length graver from Lindsay
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20. 3/16” brass punch from MSC
21. 3/16” steel punch from MSC
22. Carbide bur set #004-511 from GRS
Contact information for tool and supply sources:
GRS Tools
Ngraver Company
Lindsay Engraving
Rudolph Faust, Inc.
Eckersley’s Arts and Crafts
MSC Industrial Supply
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Welding for Gunsmiths
$380 or 2 credit hours
(core class for certificate)
This course will cover basic safety and hands-on instruction will be provided to introduce the student to various
welding practices used in the art of Gunsmithing. Fabrication and repair of small metal fixtures and parts related
to the gunsmith will be highlighted. If time allows, other types of welding may be covered by the instructor.
Mike Taunt worked as a precision tig welder in the art and architectural metal fabrication industry for over 22 years.
With experience in welding most metals including bronze, brass, steel, aluminum and stainless steel and is a proud
graduate of the Gunsmithing program at TSJC.
Mike Taunt
Basic Welding Tool List
Students should bring their own firearms for welding repairs
Safety glasses
Leather gloves for TIG welding (thin Goat skin)
Welding helmet (self-darkening is best)
Cotton shirt
Blue jeans okay
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Pliers
Vice Grips
Stainless Steel
No nylon clothing or jackets
Desk light
Small bench vise, nothing too big. i.e. drill press vise.
Small metal grinder with sanding and metal grinding disc's (4 1/2 in. or a 2 in. air grinder) would be a good
thing to have. You will need to supply your own discs.
June 12th 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Silencer Presentation
Chris Conran of SilencerCo will give a presentation about the history
of silencers, SilencerCo’s history, and the suppressor purchasing
process.
This remote presentation may be viewed in Berg 105.
WEEK FOUR June 18-22
Advanced Welding for Gunsmiths
$380 or 2 credit hours
This class will be advanced study of gun and gun parts welding
Prerequisite: Welding for Gunsmiths
Mike Taunt worked as a precision tig welder in the art and architectural metal fabrication industry for over 22 years.
With experience in welding most metals including bronze, brass, steel, aluminum and stainless steel and is a proud
graduate of the Gunsmithing program at TSJC.
Mike Taunt
Advanced Welding Tool List
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Welding hood
Gloves
Pencil grinder with 1/8 collet and a set of carbide or diamond 1/8 shank. Harbor Freight carries the grinders
and bits for a reasonable price
Students “MUST” have a broken or pitted gun or gun parts or a kit gun in flats
Small vice grips needle and flat nose
6” bastard file (TSJC bookstore has great files)
120, 240, 320 grit sandpaper rolls. (bookstore has good paper)
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Bluing
$380 or 2 credit hours
(core class for certificate)
In this course we will mainly be covering hot salt blueing as it applies to the firearms industry. This course
includes instruction and hands on training in metal preparation, hot bluing, niter bluing, and some alternative
finishes such as Parkerizing and spray finishes. Students should supply their own firearms or parts to work on.
The focus of this class is to learn quality metal finishing skills, not to blue a large volume of guns. It would be
better to end your week with 3-4 exceptional quality projects, rather than 15-20 incomplete and lacking quality
finishes.
Ryan Newport is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. After graduation he spent
several years working as a repair gunsmith for Browning Arms on their high end line of shotguns
and rifles. Ryan returned to TSJC in 2011as an Associate Professor of Gunsmithing teaching
Bench Metal, Firearms Conversions, Firearms Metal Finishing, Alternative Metal Finishes,
Shotgunsmiting, Custom Pistolsmithing, and Firearms Repair. [email protected] office # 719-846-5525
Ryan Newport
Tools
6” adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set
Aluminum oxide polishing cloth 180, 240, and 400 grits
Assorted files with handles smaller sizes 6" or 8" may be most useful Bench block - we can
make this from a hard rubber hockey punch.
Dust mask
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Guns to blue
Gunsmith screwdriver set.
Hammer
Long sleeve shirt and pants (Required)
Tall rubber boots or galoshes
Needle nose pliers
Pin punch set
Safety glasses (Required)
Scotch brite pads (Maroon and Gray)
This list reflects minimum requirements. If you have other tools or supplies that maybe useful, bring them
because you can never have enough tools.
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Gun Leather II
$300
Does not include leather, which you will need to purchase when you arrive
Continuing Ed only – not for college credit
Gun leather II was created to expand methods and techniques learned by students in Basic Holster making.
This class will take students to the next level of gun leather constructions. Students will review principles
learned in Basic Holster making with emphasis on development of a gun belt, holster, and associated leather for
a complete gun rig. The remainder of the class will give students the latitude to develop projects of their choice
associated with guns, knives, and cartridge retention. Students will be required to provide their own firearms
and knives for project development.
Robert (Bob) Calkins is an active shooter, hunter and firearms collector who has made gun leather for himself,
friends, and customers for over 50 years. In 1990, he and his wife, LaVon, decided to establish 3 Cross Custom Gunleather as a part-time business. Upon retiring from the Department of the Interior in 1994, gun leather became a full-
time occupation. Bob crafts gun rigs for cowboy competitors, which has included State, National, and World Champion
shooters. Hunters, outdoorsmen, casual shooters, and concealed-carry holders, make up the balance of his business. At age 75, Bob has cut back on working hours, but still produces several holsters and gun belts every week. In his
opinion, there are numerous good leather craftsmen. However, he believes an individual with a true appreciation of
firearms and their use is essential to building a truly functional piece of gun leather.
Bob Calkins 505-598-0208 (h) 505-716-3231 (c) or [email protected]
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Bob Calkins
Gun Leather Tool List
Quality leather will be made available to students through the college bookstore. Costs will be based on
projects to be developed. TSJC Bookstore – please contact Sandra Rodman at 719-846-5610 for
information.
Needles, thread, oil, stamping tools, etc. will be furnished at no charge by the instructor.
¼” light weight electric drill
Dremel tool with sanding drums
Clear safety glasses
Sponge and quart size water container (large butter tub is great)
Straight edge ruler
16: x 20” piece of ¾” plywood with smooth side
Exacto knife with blades
Rawhide #4 Mallet (such as Tandy #3300-04)
Craft Tool Leather Shears (such as Tandy #3050-00)
Grooving tool (such as Tandy 8074-00)
Edging tool (such as Tandy #8077-03 or Osborne #127-4 preferred)
Craft tool Overstitcher #6 (such as Tandy 8079-06)
#14 Punch (such as Tandy 3777-14)
#9 Punch (such as Tandy 3777-9)
12” x 12” Granite piece (minimum 1” thick)
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Custom Rifle Seminar
$380
Continuing ed only, not for college credit
This class will provide the opportunity for students to use machine shop time to complete their personal
projects. The instructor will coach the student in either metal or wood. Most students use Mauser, Remington,
Winchester or Ruger actions as a platform for their project. You can use any action you want as long as it’s
legal. This class is an exchange of ideas, because teacher learns as much as the students.
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Prerequisite: Experience with lathe or mill. If you have no experience with either machine, you must enter the
basic machine class first before taking this class. Shop safety will be reviewed before we start.
Mark Stratton
Mark is retired from the electronics and aerospace industries after 45 years of service. He graduated from
Trinidad State Junior College in 1971. He became a Professional member of the American Custom
Gunmaker’s Guild in the year 2000. He is the author of “Tricks of the Trade” Custom Rifle Metalsmithing in
the year 2004. This is Mark’s 10th year teaching with the NRA’s summer program and he has met some very
special people over the years. Mark can be reached by email if you have questions: [email protected].
Tools:
Because of the nature of the seminar, you need to bring whatever tools or supplies you might need for your
project. The school will supply any machine tools you might need such as chambering reamers and cutters. The
school’s bookstore might have what you need, but to make sure, please plan ahead.
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MASTER ENGRAVING – RELIEF AND SCULPTURE
$1100 for both weeks STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE BOTH WEEKS OF THIS CLASS
Continuing Education – not for college credit
Students should contact the instructor to discuss projects and tools. Jim can be reached at 307-436-8115 or [email protected] www.jimblairengraving.com
This course will cover the different methods and treatments of sculpture engraving. The emphasis will be placed
on scroll engraving and sculpturing the scroll. These methods can be applied to animals or scenes on firearms.
Drawing and layout of the scroll will be discussed and practiced. Sculpturing will be done with punches and/or
carving with various gravers or burrs. Back ground removal and treatment will be discussed and demonstrated.
Jim Blair started his engraving quest in the 70’s. Acquiring the skills and opportunity to open his own studio
in the early 1990’s. He has previously taught engraving courses at Trinidad State Junior College, NRA summer
program, Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody, Wyo. and presently provides private instruction in his own studio. Jim
has attained the status of master engraver in the Firearms Guild of American and the American Custom
Gunmakers Guild, being published in several books and magazines.
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Jim Blair
Tools and Supplies
Chasing Hammer .
Optivisor or magnifier of your choice.
Four 3/32” blank gravers (or can be shaped to 70, 80, 90, or100)
Flats, various sizes or blanks (3/32) that can be ground to needed size (around four, can be tool steel, Glensteel,
your choice)
Rounds, various sizes or blanks to be ground as needed
Optional__ Ongeletts # 3, 4, 5
Handles for holding gravers
Curved Burnisher.
Etching Scribe
Scribe, sharp
Four 3”- 6’ lengths of 3/32” water or oil drill rod to be made into punches
9mm super mini stone set (#355-1109 Gesswein)
5mm super mini stone set (#355-1105 Gesswein) optional
Pencil and paper for drawing
Sand paper (320,400, 600,)
Optional-- High speed grinder with burrs for cutting and polishing
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Basic Bladesmithing
$380 Continuing Education only – not for college credit
This class will cover the forging and grinding of both full and hidden tang blades to shape. We will cover steel
selection, tool considerations, different forging approaches, several heat treating techniques, and basic finishing
techniques.
Steve Rollert has been a knife maker and Damascus bladesmith for 38 years.
Tool list
Safety glasses
Respirator either dust mask or double filter (preferred)
Work apron
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Baseball or other brimmed hat
Hearing protection
Welding gloves
One pair large vice grips
Hammers - cross pein, and ball pein of about 1.5 to 2.5 pound in weight
Grinding belts 2 each in 60, 220, 400 grit, zircon or ceramic recommended but aluminum oxide is acceptable,
but will not wear as long, size: 2 inch by 72 inch in length.
Please bring a refillable water bottle since we will be working around hot forges and in June weather. Steel is
provided by the instructor.
WEEK FIVE - June 25-June 29
Conserving Vintage Firearms: Lock, Stock, and Barrel
$380 Continuing ed only, not for college credit)
Course Description
I shall introduce my students to the primary mainstream infantry rifles common during the 100+ year "glory" of
the British Empire, including:
the "Brown Bess", a .70 caliber flint-lock, black powder ("BP"), smooth-bore, muzzle loader (circa
1800);
the Enfield Pattern 53 ("P53"), a .577 caliber percussion cap, BP, rifled muzzle loader (circa 1856);
the Snider-Enfield cartridge conversion of the P53 (circa 1862);
the Martini-Henry, a .577/450, BP, necked cartridge, lever action (circa 1877); and
the Lee-Enfield, a .303 caliber, BP or smokeless powder, necked cartridge, bolt-action (circa 1889).
Note 2: the only primary Empire infantry rifle I lack is the Baker Rifle - if someone has one, PLEASE BRING
IT!
Note 3: I consider the Brunswick (circa 1837) to be a transition model between the successful Bess-type flint-
locks and the excellent P53 percussion cap; although produced for more than 50 years, I am not aware of its use
in any significant combat arena. Again, if you have one, please bring it to share with the class.
Caveat Emptor: Many thousands of "Kyber Pass" copies of the Bess, the Brunswick and P53 models were
fabricated, and many are still being marketed as originals. Fortunately, careful research and examination can
usually distinguish the clones from the originals.
For some of these models, I have carbine versions issued to mounted troops, and, sometimes, artillerists. If time
allows, I may present additional 19-Century military firearms, e.g., the Springfield Trap-door (Model 1873), the
Werndl, a strange Austrian design (circa 1870), the revolutionary French 8mm Lebel (circa 1886), and the
fantastic Mauser Gewehr 98 (circa 1889).
We will fully disassemble each of these, and discuss techniques for detecting problems in each of the
mechanical components. To the extent possible, I will describe techniques and sources for returning many of
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these components to functional condition. However, great care MUST be taken if you decide to actually fire a
truly vintage firearm. I will discuss techniques for doing so, with the primary goal of protecting YOU from
possible injury, but also to minimize the risk that the gun will incur irreparable damage or possible destruction.
Since the wooden stocks of many current examples of these fine weapons have been "refinished" using modern
coatings, e.g., varnish or (Heaven forbid!) polyurethane, I will demonstrate my preferred techniques for
removing these inappropriate finishes and restoring the original RAW Linseed Oil finish.
Note 4: some of these chemicals are considered moderately hazardous (at least in California) - students should
advise me of any sensitivity to these types of solvents. If in doubt, ASK!
Background: When it comes to the topic of preserving vintage firearms, opinions tend to be highly polarized.
One school of thought insists that NOTHING be done to any firearm over about 50 years old, and even the
critical age is subject to spirited discussion. According to the fundamental underlying theory of this group,
these are "historical relics" and, thus, it is our responsibility to preserve each of these firearms, as is, for
posterity. Thus, we should do nothing beyond the barest minimum to arrest any serious corrosion of the metal
components or decay of the wooden components ... and some extremists consider even this "intervention" to be
unacceptable.
The second school of thought tends to be more pragmatic, focusing more on the original "form, fit and function"
of each specimen than its current condition. According to the fundamental underlying philosophy of this group,
it is wholly unrealistic to assume that any of these firearms is still in a condition comparable to when it was in
its prime. Rather, it is considered more reasonable to assume that, in its passage though a long chain of
possessors, at least one has, in some way, significantly altered the original nature of the firearm, sometimes due
to simple failure to maintain the gun in proper working order, but more often in various attempts to adapt the
gun to somewhat different purposes than was originally intended. Thus, it is deemed entirely acceptable to
perform any of a number of "conservation" measures in an effort to restore the firearm, to the extent reasonably
possible, to its original "form, fit and function."
While I, personally, can fully respect the first approach, I have chosen to subscribe to the second approach,
especially in view of the fact that most, if not all, of the really "vintage" firearms that are not already hidden
away in private collections, have been grossly modified in an effort to enhance their marketability to gullible
consumers. Not only are these "bastards" unworthy of treatment like authentic originals, I submit that they
deserve to be returned to as close to original condition as reasonably possible.
Note 1: I will NOT demonstrate ANY blueing or browning techniques as I deem this action to be beyond the
legitimate scope of "conservation".
Prerequisites: Knowledge of basic rules of firearm safety. Basic skills employing standard hand tools useful in
disassembling and reassembling firearms. Although not required, I encourage all students to bring at least one
firearm older than 75 years, and, frankly, the older the better! WWII specimens will be acceptable, but WWI or
older would be more appropriate.
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Jeffrey Van Myers
Jeffrey Van Myers hails from the Brush Country of Deep South Texas. In 1954, at the ripe old age of 8, he
received, as a gift from a family friend, his first "vintage" firearm - an original 1894 Stevens Favorite .22 rifle;
the barrel is still shot out and the unique "7 o'clock ejector" is still missing, but he still has it in his collection.
His love of these old classics dates from this very special event. Over the course of the intervening years, he
has collected, and conserved, many more of these "Old Ladies". In part due to his 50+-year study of war,
warfare and warriors, he has focused primarily on military firearms, and, in particular, on the amazing series of
infantry rifles designed especially for use by the foot soldiers of the British Empire. However, he has also
collected and conserved specimens of the primary infantry rifles used by all of the major participants in the
Great War (WWI), except for the Russian Nagant. One of his prize possessions is a Japanese Arisaka Type 99,
that he suspects was a "carry-back" from the battle for Guadalcanal in 1942. Although still an active Patent
Attorney, Jeffrey owns and operates the Armeria del Sur, Driftwood, TX, and its international partner, Armeria
del Sur, in Costa Rica. He is a Viet Nam veteran, holds both an FFL and an FEL, and has been attending
summer classes at Trinidad since 2015.
Tools:
Basic hand tools, preferably of smith quality, especially the screwdrivers and drift punches (I use and
recommend both Grace and Wheeler Engineering). If you bring something special to share with the class and
you happen to have any unique tools for your "old friend", please bring them as I may not have what we need to
fully disassemble it.
Supplies:
—RAW (not "boiled") linseed oil, approximately 1 qt. per project; this is rarely sold in normal hardware/lumber
stores, so I special order it on-line; "Sunnyside" brand is what I use:
http://www.sunnysidecorp.com/product.php?p=cf&b=s&n=873G5
—Minwax Antique Furniture Refinisher, approximately 1 qt. per project - should be easy to get at your local
Home Depot:
http://www.minwax.com/wood-products/preparation/minwax-antique-furniture-refinisher
—Mineral spirits - approximately 1 qt per project - may be furnished by the school.
—Ballistol - 4 oz bottle of liquid - I am a dealer and may be able to obtain samples for each student.
—Froglube - 4 oz paste - I am a dealer and may be able to obtain samples for each student:
http://shop.froglube.com/FrogLube-CLP-Paste-4-oz-Jar-FLP-P412.htm
—Steel wool #0000 - 1 pkg, available at most hardware/lumber stores.
—Wet/dry sandpaper 220 and 400 grit; available in the Trinidad campus book store.
—Nitrile (or equivalent) gloves - 1 pkg (we will go through these pretty quickly, depending on the condition of
the wood components).
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—A US nickel - this, plus the Froglube, does an amazing job of removing surface rust!
Optional:
1. Given the difficulty of finding ammo for these really old guns, I am prepared to teach the class how to cast
bullets and then re-size to correct diameter, provided that we have access to the bluing room during this portion
of the class.
2. I may also have time to teach how to make a pretty good bullet lube from the following:
—Paraffin wax, unscented - 16 oz will make a nice batch; available in most grocery stores, e.g., Walmart.
—Moly-fortified wheel bearing grease - 1 lb can; I like the Valvoline:
https://www.valvoline.com/our-products/grease-gear-oil/moly-fortified-multi-purpose-grease
—Lard - 1 lb box, available at most grocery stores.
—Muffin tin - makes convenient sized "pucks" when allowed to cool and harden.
—Cookie pan/sheet (needs a rim around all 4 sides) - used to immerse the lube groove(s) of a batch of cast
bullets, base down, in liquefied lube; when cooled and hardened, the bullets can be extracted with the lube
grooves full of the lube mix; something like this (but does not need to be non-stick):
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Wilton-Bake-It-Better-10-x-15-Cookie-Sheet/25420423
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Barreling Tactical Rifles: An Overview
$380
Continuing education only – not for college credit
The primary focus of this class will be to complete a barreled action that will be ready for the application of the
final finish that you have chosen, or will choose, and for installation in the chassis or mini-chassis that you have
selected.
Basic familiarity with lathes and mills and an elementary concept of threading would be helpful to enable
completion of your project within the allotted time frame.
We will be discussing shop safety, the fundamentals of measuring tools, different actions common to Tactical
Rifles, strategies to determine correct headspace, methods of barrel indication, various chambering techniques,
efficient order of operations, the timing of brakes and fluted barrels and, finally, custom thread protectors.
Given the wide range of actions from which to choose and the individual student goals for each project, a
comprehensive parts and tool list is difficult to compile without overlooking something for one possible project,
or requesting some items that would be surplus to the needs of others.
This concept also extends to the equipment available to accommodate the different setups and techniques of
barreling actions that will be demonstrated. If given time to prepare the proper tools and fixtures, most projects
can be accomplished with the available machines.
With that said, I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your project with you before you register for the
class. This will ensure compatibility and enable suggestions specific to your individualized needs and goals.
I’m available by phone between the hours of 4:00pm and 8:00pm MST at (715)-347-4545 and look forward to
hearing from you.
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Logan Schmit is a 2010 suma cum laude graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing Program and the Brownells
Trinidad American Firearms Technology Institute. It was during this time that he was recruited by George Gardner to join
GA Precision, located in North Kansas City Missouri. At GA, employed as a Precision Bolt Rifle Specialist, fitting and chambering of barrels became a specialty for Schmit. Additional areas of expertise included barrel fluting, bedding, final
assembly, and blueprinting actions. During this time Schmit completed several builds at the request of Team GA
members. His work was also featured in the 2014 advertising brochure for Manners Composite Stocks LLC and highlighted on their banner at Shot Show in Las Vegas.
In December 2014, Schmit was asked to join the Mile High Shooting Accessories team to continue to develop and grow
the custom side of their successful firearms business. As Senior Precision Rifle Builder and Director of Barreling and
Custom Builds, Schmit oversees a growing custom rifle-building department where, along with producing precision custom firearms to fulfill MHSA client requests, he has developed programming specific to the needs of the facilities
CNC equipment. In 2017 Schmit was honored to complete barrels for Dave Walls, Ady Newberry and Scott Seigmund of
Accuracy International, for their team in the 50 Cal World Championship. A native of Central Wisconsin, Schmit began his career in rifle building by enrolling in the NRA Summer Program at
Trinidad State. Surrounded by experts in the field and students from across the United States and around the world,
Schmit’s interest was ignited. His choice for a degree program was Trinidad State where, in 2009, he formally enrolled and was accepted as a full-time student in their two year Gunsmithing Degree program. Every summer he augmented his
education with a series of NRA summer classes. Since experiencing his first NRA Summer Program class in 2007, Schmit
has immersed himself in the exciting and challenging profession of rifle building in particular, and the firearms industry in
general.
Logan Schmit
Parts List
An action of your choosing. As mentioned above, I would like to talk with you about your plans for your build
before you register to ensure compatibility of parts and the best results for your project.
If your action uses a separate recoil lug, that would also be required. There are a number of quality aftermarket
options available which are already surface ground and ready to be used.
A barrel from a quality manufacturer in the caliber and contour of your choosing. Because of the differences in
the available machinery, actions using Unified National Standard threads would benefit from starting with a 22”
or longer barrel. For actions that call for metric threads, starting with a barrel that is at least 26” in length will
simplify the initial setup. The final length of your barrel is flexible (within federal regulations).
If you’re interested, a muzzle breake with threads compatible with your selected barrel contour can be added. A
good rule of thumb is that the barrel should be at least .100” larger in diameter at the shoulder of the muzzle
threads than the nominal thread diameter.
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A trigger, scope, rings/base, and chassis/stock will be needed to finish the project, but not required for the class.
Tool List
Safety glasses
Toolbox of your choosing
½” Shank insertable carbide threading tool (e.g., Iscar: SER 0500 F16)
(2) Inserts for the above mentioned threading tool (e.g., Iscar: 16ER AG 60 IC908)
(2) 3/8” High speed steel tool bit blanks (1/2” shank insertable turning tools are an optional, but
recommend substitution; at least one should have an insert point radius of .005” or less. If you were to
only have one insertable turning tool, I would recommend a “NKLCR0805V” with “KCGX110301R15,
grade KC5010” inserts).
¼” High speed steel tool bit (to grind a crowning bit).
A boring bar with a minimum bore diameter of 3/8” and a max depth of cut compatible with the
cartridge that you are planning to ream. As an example, MSC# 05253489 would be workable for
chambers with a case head to shoulder length of less than 2”. Other bars are acceptable as well. If you
have any questions about this, please mention this when you call.
A finish reamer and headspace gauge set with pilots to match your bore size. A reamer with
interchangeable pilots is preferred to ensure the best fit and results from your barrel. If you don’t own
the chamber reamer and headspace gauges that you plan on using, please contact the Tool Room at
(719)-846-5469 to check availability. You may rent a reamer and headspace gauge set from either 4D
Reamer Rentals (406)-752-2520, or Elk Ridge Reamer Rentals (541)-471-9161.
The Tool Room has a limited number of student built floating reamer holders available for use during
summer classes, they are on a first come, first served basis. Therefore purchasing one of your own is
optional, but recommended. I have always used a JGS floating reamer holder for 7/16” reamer shanks,
with #2, or #3 Morris Taper arbor. The size of the arbor depends on the machine required (the lathes
setup for cutting metric threads call for a #3 MT arbor).
Mighty Mag, indicator holder
0-2” Dial indicator
Noga magnetic base indicator holder (Model: 09560400 preferred).
Dial test indicator with 0.0001” resolution.
2.75” Long contact point, compatible with your dial test indicator.
6” Caliper dial or digital
0-3” Depth micrometer
Pin punch set
Bench block
4oz Ballpein hammer
Layout dye
6” Smooth file with handle
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60 Degree thread center gauge
Thread pitch gauge (Unified National Standard)
.050” to 3/8” Allen wrench set
320, 400, 600 Grit wet/dry polishing paper (2 sheets each)
A 600 Grit EDM Stone (1/4” x 1/2” x 6”)
115 Piece drill bit set is preferred if available. (Otherwise a stub length drill bit that is .040” under the
shoulder diameter of the cartridge you are planning to ream is acceptable.)
A one foot length of 5/16” diameter brass rod. (We will use this to make a chamber polishing tool,
please try to get a piece without nicks or dings.)
A three foot length of 1/8” brass rod.
A bag of cleaning patches to match your bore size.
A bag of cotton balls.
A box of Q-tips.
OPTIONAL DEPENDING ON YOUR PROJECT, OR GOALS:
0-1” Micrometer (Helpful if your action requires a separate recoil lug.)
Thread pitch gauge (Metric)
1.5 to 5mm Allen wrench set (or equivalent).
6” or 8” Adjustable wrench
T10 to T30 Torx wrench set
Thickness gauge (Necessary if your action features a cone breech.)
A tap matching your desired muzzle thread pitch, in class GH3 (Necessary if you plan on making a
thread protector).
Endmills or woodruff key cutters would be necessary if your action requires an extractor cut in the
barrel.
Please contact me for individualized tool recommendations for your specific project.
Logan Schmit (715)-347-4545
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MASTER ENGRAVER WEEK 2
See week 1
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Damascus Billet Making
$380 Continuing education only – not for college credit
This class is a hands on class for the students. This class will be focused on the making of Damascus (pattern
welded) steel for use in gun hardware and knife blades. Each student should finish the class with at least one
billet of Damascus steel to take home.
This focus of this class is to teach "dry welding" technique, that is the making of Damascus steel using no flux.
This approach provides steel of much greater consistency and strength. We will be using gas forges to weld our
steel not coal. Subjects covered will include: Dry vs. Wet forge welding, steel selection, tool selection, use of
power equipment such as power hammers and forging presses, pattern development, heat treating and etching.
Steve Rollert has been a knife maker and Damascus bladesmith for 38 years.
Tool list
Safety glasses
Respirator either dust mask or double filter (preferred)
Work apron
Baseball or other brimmed hat
Hearing protection
Welding gloves
One pair large vice grips
Hammers - cross pein and ball pein of about 1.5 to 2.5 pound in weight
Grinding belts - 2 each in 60, 220, 400 grit - Zircon or ceramic recommended but aluminum oxide is
acceptable but will not wear as long, size: 2 inch by 72 inch in length
Please bring a refillable water bottle since we will be working around hot forges in June
July 2-6
NO CLASSES THIS WEEK
WEEK SIX July 9-13
Wooden Boxes
$300 Continuing Education Only – not for college credit
This class covers hand tool sharpening as well as machine techniques and use. The class focuses on corner
construction used to build display cases, pistol boxes and fine toolboxes. Students will takes completed projects
home.
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CLINT LITSEY is a lifetime hobby woodworker. Clint's main focus is chest and box construction. Clint also
builds a few tables and some church furniture.
Required Tools
Safety glasses
Combination square
Utility knife
Mallet or hammer
Phillips screwdrivers
Measuring tape
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Classic Finishes
$380 or 2 credit hours
This course will cover firearm finishes that would be found on classic or custom firearms, and that are not
taught in other metal refinishing classes. This finishes will include: French Gray, Slow Rust Bluing, Express
Rust Bluing, and Niter Bluing.
Since metal preparation is the foundation of a quality metal finish, and we will be covering several topics with
little time between them, it is recommended that a student have prior metal finishing experience, either through
work in the industry or a previous firearms metal refinishing course. Also, if possible have your metal
preparation done prior to class will allow for more efficient use of class time and the opportunity to complete
more projects while here. If you are not able to prepare metal ahead of time due to time or tools, there will be
time in class for some metal finishing. A good 400 grit polish is what is needed in to perform the finishes we
will be doing in class.
Ryan Newport is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. After graduation he spent
several years working as a repair gunsmith for Browning Arms on their high end line of shotguns
and rifles. Ryan returned to TSJC in 2011as an Associate Professor of Gunsmithing teaching
Bench Metal, Firearms Conversions, Firearms Metal Finishing, Alternative Metal Finishes,
Shotgunsmiting, Custom Pistolsmithing, and Firearms Repair.
[email protected] office # 719-846-5525
Ryan Newport
Tools
Any tools you may need to disassemble and reassemble your firearms
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Safety Glasses (prescription plastic lenses are acceptable)
A long sleeve shirt you don’t mind getting dirty or ruined
Cloth backed aluminum oxide polishing paper starting at 180grit and going up to 400grit (recommended 3M,
Norton, or my favorite Klingspor).
1 pad each of the following Scotch Brite Pads: White, Gray, and Red/Maroon.
Rubber gloves (think dish washing gloves)
Cotton Jersey Gloves
Rubber boots or shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and possible ruined due to bluing salts.
A set of soft jaws for a 3.5” bench vise, this is to protect you metal while working on it in the vise.
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CNC MILL & LATHE
$380
Continuing Education only – not for college credit
This course will cover transitional information between conventional machining applications and the typical
applications found in Computer Numerical Control Machining. Topics may consist of numerical control
systems, the cartesian coordinate system, high efficiency tooling applications, objectives of numerical control,
calculating speed and feed rates, defining calculating tool motion, fixturing requirements, basic program
structure, programming codes, and basic conversational programming. Operations of CNC machines will be
required. Students will design for and program a single spindle machine with live tooling. Students will expand
their skills by learning proper tool selection, feed and speed calculation, turning programming basics, milling
programming basics.
Joel Sturtevant - Machining Instructor at TSJC. Joel captured a first- place gold medal in the 2012
SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference’s Machining category. Joel won his gold medal in the
Precision Machining Technology category in an intense competition that included hands-on production with
machining equipment, manual code writing with software, and examinations on machine and shop theory
Joel Sturtevant
No tools or supplies are needed for this class other than a notebook and pen to take notes.
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Basic Machine Shop
$380 or 2 credit hours (Core Class for Certificate)
This class offers instruction and hands-on experience in machine tool operation. Students will gain experience
with the metalworking lathe and milling machine in the manufacture of parts and tools.
Bill Sturtevant is a graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing Program, Bill joined the full-time Gunsmithing
faculty in August 2014. Bill has owned and operated Bill’s Gun Shop in Pueblo, Colorado since 1990 and is
known for producing quality custom and semi-custom firearms. The shop has a well-established reputation for
completing complex repairs others were not able to do. He has completed several firearms that were used to
gain world records in long distance accuracy. Bill has also performed contract machining for several large
manufacturing companies in Colorado Springs, handling production runs of intricate parts.
Bill Sturtevant
Basic Machine Shop Tool List
#2 center drill
5/16" or 1/4" HSS lathe tool bit blanks
6" dial caliper or 1" micrometer
6" steel rule
60-degree center gauge
Assorted files with handles
Carbide tipped scribe
Emery cloth: 120, 220, 320 and 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety Glasses
Thread pitch gauge
6" or 8" adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8”
Center punch
Gunsmith pin punch set
Hammer
Pliers
Screwdrivers
Metric Allen wrench set
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A list of required tools is also enclosed. Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or
supplies that may be useful, bring them. You can never have too many tools.
Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints
WEEK SEVEN July 16-20
Introduction to Gunsmithing for
Veterans and Military Retirees Class is free – limited to 10 students
This class is being offered to honorably-discharged military veterans or retirees and active-duty military
personnel. Applicants will need to provide a copy of their active military or retiree ID card or DD 214. Current
Gunsmithing students or Gunsmithing alumni are not eligible for this class – class is open only to first-time
Gunsmithing students.
Because the class is not offered for college credit, the GI Bill will not cover tools. Students will be responsible
for providing their own tools/supplies as listed below.
The class is limited to 10 students on a first-come, first-served basis.
This course will cover operational theory, disassembly and assembly, proper use of hand tools and precision
measuring instruments, and an introduction to basic bench work of the Gunsmithing trade. Consideration will be
given to minor gun repair and the installation of firearm accessories. A brief study of Federal Firearm Law and
record keeping will be included. Students should bring some type of project(s) to work on during lab times under the
supervision of the instructor. Students may bring projects related to the scheduled topic outlines. For other projects,
please contact the instructor.
Howard Massingill is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. Howard enlisted in the US Army in 1981,
spending the next 26 in the Army, retiring as a Sergeant Major in 2007. After graduation from TSJC in 2014, he
opened M2TSG Guns and Gunsmithing in Pueblo, Colorado in March of 2015. His shop won the “Best of Pueblo”
in their first year of business and received the Bronze Award for 3rd place in 2016.
[email protected] # 719-250-0879
Howard Massingill
Introduction to Gunsmithing Tool List
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Safety Glasses - OSHA Approved
Screwdrivers - miscellaneous assortment designed to fit gun screws
Small Hammer - 4oz brass or metal
Small pin punches
Metal files - assortment of small and medium metal cutting
File Handles - one to fit each file
Hand Grinder - (suggested but not mandatory)
Cutters for hand grinders - misc. assortment of metal and stones
Dial Caliper - 6"
Steel 6" Rule
3" wide Vise Jaws to protect work - (1/4" plywood lined with cork will do)
File Card
Needle Files
Dental Pick
Pliers w/side Cutters
Small tap handle
Hacksaw with medium blade –
Note: any of the above tools can be substituted with a like tool from home. The thing about most gun work is you
don't know you will need it until you need it, so you may choose bring extra tools you find handy. All tools listed
can be purchased on campus at the TSJC Bookstore or through Brownells, Inc. 200 South Front St., Montezuma,
Iowa 50171 Ordering/Tech Support: 800-741-0015
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Benchmetal Hand Tools and Metallurgy
$380 or 2 credit hours (core class for certificate)
One of the greatest skills a gunsmith can have is the ability to do fine hand work. In Gunsmithing Hand Tools,
we will be covering not only use of hand tools, but how to make your own high quality tools, such as chisel and
screwdrivers. We will also working on basic metallurgy including steel identification, and selection, forging,
soldering, brazing, and heat treating. The tools that we will be covering are based on what would be found in
just about every gun shop across America, from major manufactures to home hobby shops. These tools include
the use and care of files, vises, torches, hammers, pliers, and some power tools such as drill presses and belt
sanders.
Fred Weisenborn grew up in the Ozark hills of Missouri, where his father introduced him to the art of
blacksmithing. As a teenager, Fred joined the local blacksmith association, where he worked with artists and
craftsmen throughout the country and developed a passion for creating things from metal. He spent the summer
of 2002 at the Touchstone Center for Crafts in PA, where he was able to work with many master smiths like
Raymond Rybar Jr. and Bill Fiorini. When the time came to choose a career, Fred decided to attend Trinidad
State Junior College's gunsmith program. In the next two years, Fred was taught everything from basic
machining to building his own 50 caliber rifle. After college, he worked for two years as a gunsmith for Gander
Mountain in Foreset Lake, MN. He decided to make a career change in 2007 and moved to the St. Louis area in
the hopes of more career opportunities in the firearm business. In 2010 he began working for Midwest Gun
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Works in Pevely, MO as a gunsmith. Fred enjoys the daily challenges that come with his trade, and believes that
through hard work and the ability to collaborate with others, no problem is too big to solve. Fred designs and
makes knives and pens in his spare time and still enjoys creating work over the forge. He sells items online as
well as at local craft shows and consignment shops.
Fred Weisenborn
Recommended Tools and Materials List
6” adjustable wrench
Aluminum oxide polishing cloth 180, 240, and 400 grits
Assorted files with handles smaller sizes 6" or 8" may be most useful
Gunsmith screwdriver set.
Hammers (4oz&16oz)
Long pants are required – no shorts please
Pliers- heavy duty to hold material while forging
Safety glasses (Required)
This list reflects minimum requirements. If you have other tools or supplies that maybe useful, bring them
because you can never have enough tools.
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ADVANCED MACHINE SHOP
$380 or 2 credit hours
(Core class for certificate)
This class will provide further instruction and practice on machine tool operation. The students will be
instructed in rifle barrel re-barrel techniques as well as some advanced machine shop operations. Projects will
vary according to individual interests. PREREQUISITE: Basic machine shop or consent of instructor.
Bill Sturtevant is a graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing program, Bill joined the full-time
Gunsmithing faculty in August 2014. Bill has owned and operated Bill’s Gun Shop in Pueblo, Colorado since
1990 and is known for producing quality custom and semi-custom firearms. The shop has a well-established
reputation for completing complex repairs others were not able to do. He has completed several firearms that
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were used to gain world records in long distance accuracy. Bill has also performed contract machining for
several large manufacturing companies in Colorado Springs, handling production runs of intricate parts.
Bill Sturtevant
Advanced Machine Shop Tool List
Barrel fitting requires that you provide one pre-contoured barrel, and an action that suits the class project. If you
have more needs or would like to include something else, bring two. Call if you think you want other
instruction.
#2 or #3 Center drill
1/2 ", 4 Flute double end mill
5/16" - 3/8" HHS tool bits (and/or appropriate turning and facing carbide bits)
6" Dial caliper
6" Steel rule
60° Thread center gauge
Assorted files (with handles)
Carbide tip scribe
Emery cloth: 80, 120, 240, 320, 400 grit
Layout dye
Safety glasses
Thread pitch gauge
While not required, assorted hand tools can provide a useful addition:
6" or 8" Adjustable wrench
Allen wrench set up to 3/8"
Center punch
Gunsmithing pin punch set
Gunsmithing screwdrivers
Hammer
Pliers
Tool box
Metric Allen wrench set
Depth micrometer 0-3”
Please note that this list is bare minimum. If you have other tools or supplies that may be useful, bring them.
You can never have too many tools.
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Contact your instructor to make sure your project will fit our facilities and time restraints
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Scrimshaw
$300.00 or 2 credit hours (course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
Learn the Art of Scrimshaw one-on-one with Jim Stevens. You do not need an interest in Gunsmithing to take
this course. The techniques taught are the same for anyone wanting to learn how to create beautiful scrimshaw
on ivory, resins, and powder horns. An intensive, hands-on course taught by artist, sculptor, and scrimshander
Jim Stevens. Jim Stevens is a world-renowned scrimshander, writer and artist. He has three books published on
scrimshaw techniques, has been commissioned to create works for collectors throughout the world, and is a
Kennedy Center Registered VSA Artist in both the visual and literary arts. Jim brings his expertise and his no-
fail attitude to inspire all who attend his classes. No other art form in American has a longer history. No other
expression of art has such significance or influence on the American spirit.
Jim Stevens is a world-renowned scrimshander, writer and artist. He has been commissioned to create
works of art for collectors throughout the world. Jim brings his expertise and his no-fail attitude with him to
inspire all who attend his classes, paving the way for all to express themselves in a media that warms the soul.
No other art form in American has a longer history. No other expression of art has such significance or
influence on the American spirit.
Visit Jim’s website or email Jim at [email protected]
Jim Stevens
SCRIMSHAW TOOL/SUPPLY LIST
The most expensive item on the following list is less than $40. I have purchased everything on the list and spent
less than $100. All the items are small enough to carry in your luggage (don't pack liquids or aerosol cans) but it
is still easier to buy what you can from the College supply store. Everyone will be given time on our first day to
go to the supply store and purchase materials.
The College has a first-class tool, art and office supply store on campus. It is called "The Trek-Inn Bookstore",
phone 719-846-5610. Their prices seem to be equal to or less than prices on the outside. Also, buying at the
school store can definitely save you a lot of shopping or packing time. You can even give them a call ahead of
time and let them know what you need so you can be assured they will have what you want when you arrive. If
you already have any of these items, bring them. There's no need to repeat your purchases.
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Where to shop, source index:
(You can always order materials from the Internet if you prefer.) a=school store, b=local art store or jewelry
supply store or hardware store, c=local supermarket, d=local department store (like Walmart or Kmart)
MATERIALS FOR SCRIMSHAW
Source Item
a, b One hobby knife handle (ie: X-Acto knife) (with rubber grip if you prefer)
a, b Package of 5, #11 hobby knife blades
a, b One small tube of Titanium White artist's oil paint
a, b One small tube of Ivory Black artist's oil paint
a,b One #2 pencil
a, b One black aquarellable pencil (Stabilo or other brand)
a, b One white aquarellable pencil (Stabilo or other brand)
a, b One pencil sharpener (small hand held type)
a, b One roll of transparent tape
a, b One pair of scissors
a, b One pink eraser
a, b A clear plastic ruler (6 inches long is fine)
a, b One small can of spray adhesive
a, b One small bottle of rubbing alcohol
a, b One small pair of pliers
a, b One headband magnifier (ie: Opti-visor) (see note below)
a, b Three sheets each of #400 and #600 wet/dry sandpaper
a, b One package of .0000 steel wool pads
a, b One paper dust mask (to use while sanding and polishing)
a, b Safety glasses or goggles (required in school’s tool shops)
c, One small package of facial tissue
c, One package of assorted fine point, hand sewing needles
c, One small package of cotton swabs (Q-tip or other brand)
d, One small flexible-neck desk lamp. (see lighting note below)
a, b One double-ended reversible pin vise (one end with zero minimum
capacity)
The Scrimshaw in-class fee is $12. This covers the cost of ivory, Tagua vegetable ivory, cattle horn, black
buffalo horn, and other materials that I will have on hand for special in-class projects. This is the only in-class
fee. I will have all these materials on hand when you arrive.
Headband Magnifier Note: If you have one, bring it. For those buying one for the first time, Opti-visors
headband magnifiers are one of the few that come with a choice of lenses. Lens powers are designated by the
numbers 3,5,7, and10. A #3 lens is 1x magnification and allows you to work about 14 inches from your
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material. Not much bending, but frankly not much help either. A #5 is 2x magnification and allows you to work
about 8 inches from your material. I find this is fine for most work. A #10 gives 3x magnification but only
about 4 inches of work distance. This is great for minute details but can be hard on the back over long periods
of time. I use a #5 Opti-visor lens for general work and switch to a #10 for those times when I need the extra
power for very fine details. I guess the best advice I can give new buyers is to get what you think will work the
best for you and what fits your budget.
Other Types of Magnification: We will talk about opti-visors, microscopes, thread counters,
combination lamp/magnifiers, jewelers loupes, binocular loupes and other types of magnifiers during
the course. If you already use any of these magnifiers (or another) and are comfortable and enjoy
using what you have, go ahead and bring it.
Lighting (desk lamp note): Our classroom has good overhead light, however you'll soon learn that you need
additional lighting on your bench. This is why a desk lamp is on the materials list. Your lamp should have a
flexible neck and use a regular incandescent or low power tungsten bulb. What you want is a lamp whose light
can be positioned at a very low angle to the bench, with the back of the lamp pointed towards you while
reflecting light off the material you are working on.
Other Items: (Not required but nice. Bring them if you can.) Plastic box for your tools and supplies. Notebook
and pen (For taking notes during discussions). Seat cushion for your stool (they are hard). Three old hand
towels (to pad your work and your elbows and for wiping your fingers). Also bring any additional tools and/or
supplies you feel you may want or need, any artwork or pictures you would like to work from, and a file folder
for holding handouts.
Scrimshaw Class Final Project: For your final project you will need to purchase and bring with you the material
you want to use. If you do not bring your own material for your final project, you may select from what I will
have on hand.
I have no business relationship with them, but The Boone Trading Company is a reputable
company that has any material you may want for your final project. Their number is 1-800-423-
1945. Your final piece should be a belt buckle, pendant, money clip, or similar item. I
recommend a flat blank rather than a domed cabochon, since domed cabochons are harder for
beginners, but a domed cabochon will still be okay if that is what you prefer. Also, for pendants,
order a pendant at least 30-40mm in length.
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Welding for Gunsmiths
$380 or 2 credit hours
(core class for certificate)
This course will cover basic safety and hands-on instruction will be provided to introduce the student to various
welding practices used in the art of Gunsmithing. Fabrication and repair of small metal fixtures and parts related
to the gunsmith will be highlighted. If time allows, other types of welding may be covered by the instructor.
Mike Taunt worked as a precision tig welder in the art and architectural metal fabrication industry for over 22 years.
With experience in welding most metals including bronze, brass, steel, aluminum and stainless steel and is a proud
graduate of the Gunsmithing program at TSJC.
Mike Taunt
Basic Welding Tool List
Students should bring their own firearms for welding repairs
Safety glasses
Leather gloves for TIG welding (thin Goat skin)
Welding helmet (self-darkening is best)
Cotton shirt
Blue jeans okay
Pliers
Vice Grips
Stainless Steel
No nylon clothing or jackets
Desk light
Small bench vise, nothing too big. i.e. drill press vise.
Small metal grinder with sanding and metal grinding disc's ( 4 1/2 in. or a 2 in. air grinder ) would be a good
thing to have. You will need to supply your own disc's.
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WEEK EIGHT July 23-27
Experiments in Color Case Hardening
$380 or 2 credit hours
The goal of this course is to instruct students on some of the variables that affect the case coloring process so
that they can obtain predictable results when case coloring. Course handouts will be provided summarizing the
process, and will participate in the preparation of a number of test plates, which will be used in experiments to
determine the effects of bone/wood charcoal composition, shielding, metal alloy composition and other factors
on the overall coloration. On completion of the course, a final document will be prepared to use for future
reference when preparing projects for case coloring. Ryan Newport is an alumnus of Trinidad State Junior College. After graduation he spent several years working
as a repair gunsmith for Browning Arms on their high end line of shotguns and rifles. Ryan returned to TSJC in
2011 as an Associate Professor of Gunsmithing teaching Bench Metal, Firearms Conversions, Firearms Metal
Finishing, Alternative Metal Finishes, Shotgunsmiting, Custom Pistolsmithing, and Firearms Repair.
office # 719-846-5525
Ryan Newport
Tools
Safety glasses assorted hand tools
A selection of quality polishing paper from 120-400 grits If students would like to bring projects to work on
not related to case coloring, they may do so with the instructors permission.
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BUILDING A RACE GUN
$750 or 4 credit hours
Students are required to take both weeks of this class
July 23-August 3, 2018
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This will be a two-week course covering the techniques and methods used to build a race gun utilizing the
STI/SVI 2011 high capacity pistol. These guns are the “Ferrari’s” of the Practical Shooting sports and are the
platform of choice for the top IPSC/USPSA competitors.
Students can choose to build either an Open (with optics and compensator) or Limited (no scope or
compensator) gun as both will be covered. Open guns are typically chambered in 38Super/38Supercomp or
9mm. Limited guns are typically chambered in 40 S&W. It is HIGHLY recommended that students order
the frame/slide and barrel ahead of time. Do not wait until close to class time as these parts can
sometimes be on backorder. Previous experience with the 1911 platform is highly recommended, but not
required. Basic machining or equivalent experience is required.
The course will cover lightening slides, fitting barrels to slide, barrel porting, mounting optics, fitting grip
safeties, triggers, compensator design and fitting, magazine tuning, fitting of internals and reloading tips for
race guns. Also covered are tuning the gun (spring weights, firing pin stop radius are examples).
There are a myriad of choices in building a race gun, many will be based on the shooter’s choice. Range time
will be provided so students can shoot several different configurations to understand how gun configuration
affects recoil control, dot/sight tracking, recoil feel and target transitions. Ammunition and firearms will be
provided for this range session. Time permitting, there will be range time the last day of class for students to
fire the guns they built and run through an IPSC practical stage.
Steve Pitt is the owner of Yukon Arms, Ltd. and has been a competitive shooter since 1995. He holds a
Master class rating in USPSA Open, Limited and Limited10 divisions.
Steve Pitt
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Recommended parts list-
Frame/slide- It is highly recommended to get an unramped frame. STI, CKARMS and SVI are good choices for
slides and frames. A prefit slide/barrel kit is ok, but not preferred. Generally for an Open gun- a classic slide
with standard dust cover is preferred. For Limited- a “Unique” slide and full dust cover are the most common.
Barrel - STI, STI Trubor, Barsto, Kart and KKM are all good barrels. Barsto’s in particular take long time to
order. If you have a different brand you like that is fine. A Bull barrel is preferred, but
not required, depending on the compensator.
Compensator- STI Trubor (barrel and compensator together) is a good choice. It also
comes as a compensator blank if you would like a different hole
configuration. Brazos Custom and CKArms also make a good compensator.
Internal parts- These can be ordered during class as there are a lot of options to discuss.
STI, Harrison Designs, EGW and Wilson (not their value line) are quality parts.
Optics- The C-more slide ride for frame mounted optics.
(The brands listed are only examples and are not required. There are definitely a lot of other good choices).
Required tools list-
Students should bring general Gunsmithing tools such as:
Gunsmith Screwdriver Set
Armorer’s Bench Block
Hammer
Punch Set
6” stones (medium, fine, and ceramic)
Dremel Tool w/Cratex wheels
Needle File set
Assorted files
Rolls of sand paper- 180-400 grit
Dial calipers
Nice to have if you fit a lot of 1911’s
Slide holding jig- the Yavapai jig is a good one (Brownells part # 080-835-002WB)
Hammer/Sear jig- I prefer the Power Custom Series 1 (Brownells part # 713-070-002WB)
Endmills- misc. carbide endmills- 5/8”, 3/8”, ¼”, 1/8” are common sizes.
1911 locking lug file (Brownells part # 080-751-000WB)
1911 lug fitting kit (Brownells part # 080-000-089WB)
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Specialty tools will be supplied, but please bring anything you might have that you think will be useful. Please
contact Steve Pitt for any questions on tools.
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Advanced Scrimshaw Techniques
$300
Continuing Ed only – not for college credit
Learn advanced scrimshaw techniques one-on-one with Jim Stevens. You do not need an interest in
Gunsmithing to take this course. The techniques taught are the same for anyone wanting to learn how to create
beautiful scrimshaw. This course goes beyond basic scrimshaw into areas of specialized tool making, colored
scrimshaw, carving, and even scrimshaw inlay art. The world of scrimshaw covers a much broader range of art
than just etching images in black ink. This is an intensive, hands-on course taught by artist, sculptor, and
scrimshander Jim Stevens. Jim Stevens is a world-renowned scrimshander, writer and artist. He has three books
published on scrimshaw techniques and has been commissioned to create works for collectors throughout the
world. He is a Kennedy Center Registered VSA Artist in both the visual and literary arts and brings his
expertise and his no-fail attitude to inspire all who attend his classes. No other art form in American has a
longer history. No other expression of art has such significance or influence on the American spirit.
Pre-Requisite: Scrimshaw class or consent of instructor.
Jim Stevens is a world-renowned scrimshander, writer and artist. He has been commissioned to create
works of art for collectors throughout the world. Jim brings his expertise and his no-fail attitude with him to
inspire all who attend his classes, paving the way for all to express themselves in a media that warms the soul.
No other art form in American has a longer history. No other expression of art has such significance or
influence on the American spirit.
Visit Jim’s website at http://scrimshawstudio.com/ or email Jim at [email protected]
Jim Stevens
Tool List
One hobby knife handle (ie: X-Acto knife) (with rubber grip if you prefer)
Package of 5, #11 hobby knife blades
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One small tube of Titanium White artist's oil paint
One small tube of Ivory Black artist's oil paint
Mechanical pencil with fine-point HB lead
One #2 pencil
One black aquarellable pencil (Stabilo or other brand)
One white aquarellable pencil (Stabilo or other brand)
One pencil sharpener (small hand held type)
One roll of transparent tape
One pair of scissors
One pink eraser
A clear plastic ruler (6 inches long is fine)
One small can of spray adhesive
One small can of artist's spray fixative
One small bottle of rubbing alcohol
One small pair of pliers
One small sharpening stone
Three sheets each of #400 and #600 wet/dry sandpaper
One small package of .0000 steel wool
One paper dust mask (to use while sanding and polishing)
Safety glasses or goggles (required in school’s tool shops)
One small package of facial tissue
One package of assorted fine point, hand sewing needles
One small package of cotton swabs (Q-tip or other brand)
One double-ended reversible pin vise (one end with zero minimum capacity)
*Hand-held rotary tool with small selection of ball burrs
**Headband Magnifier
*Rotary Tool Note: There are many brands of rotary tools with Dremel probably being the best-known name
brand, but there are other brands out there and as long as you are comfortable with it, whichever one you choose
will be fine. You don’t need an expensive one. Also, you only need a small selection of smaller ball burrs for
your rotary tool. You can find them in sets of 5 to 10 for a reasonable price.
**Headband Magnifier Note: For those buying one for the first time, Opti-visors headband magnifiers are a
popular choice and one of the few that come with a choice of lenses. Lens powers are designated by the
numbers 3,5,7, and10. A #3 lens is 1x magnification and allows you to work about 14 inches from your
material. Not much bending, but frankly not much help either. A #5 is 2x magnification and allows you to work
about 8 inches from your material. I find this is fine for most work. A #10 gives 3x magnification but only
about 4 inches of work distance. This is great for minute details but can be hard on the back over long periods
of time. I use a #5 Opti-visor lens for general work and switch to a #10 for those times when I need the extra
power for very fine details. I guess the best advice I can give new buyers is to get what you think will work the
best for you and what fits your budget. Other types of magnification include microscopes, thread counters,
combination lamp/magnifiers, jewelers loupes, binocular loupes and other types of magnifiers during the
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course. If you already use any of these magnifiers (or another) and are comfortable and enjoy using what you
have, go ahead and bring it.
WEEK NINE July 30-August 3
Checkering
$380 or 2 credit hours
(This course counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate)
Course includes pattern design and layout, scribing, pattern transfer, checkering techniques, and finishing. In
addition, instruction on the use of the latest hand and power tools is provided.
Glen Morovits grew up along the Mississippi River bluff in southwest Wisconsin. “I usually had a 22LR in my hands
as I was chasing squirrels with the dog. Those early years of hunting turned into a lifelong love of the outdoors and firearms”. Glen graduated from TSJC in 1981 and went to work for Don and Noma Allen to build custom rifles. Those
were the good old days and the beginning of a 30-year career working in the firearms industry. He is now teaching
stockmaking at TSJC and challenging the next generation to carry on the tradition.
Glen Morovits
Checkering tool list
1-- Checkering and Carving of Gunstocks" by Kennedy (optional)
1-- Dem-Bart S-1 tool with handle
1-- " " F-1 90 deg. cutter
1-- " " C-1 90 deg. cutter
1-- " " 3-20 spacing tool
1-- " " 4-20 spacing tool
1-- " " 2, 3, or 4 line cutter ( optional )
1-- “ “ 2-20 spacing tool
1-- Jointer tool
1-- Dem- Bart 90 deg. vainer
4-- W.E. Brownell full view handle
1-- white or yellow grease pencil
1-- thread pitch gauge or Brownells chekrchex (optional)
1--no. 2 optivisor (optional)
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1--3/4" roll of masking tape
1--small brush (tooth brush or fingernail brush)
1--small screwdriver
NOTE: All of the above tools and supplies can be purchased At the TSJC bookstore or through Brownells Inc.,
200 South Front St., Montezuma, Iowa 50171 Ordering/Tech Support: 800-741-0015 and any can be substituted
with something like it you have at home.
The TSJC Bookstore caters to the full-time Gunsmithing students and carries a wide range of books, tools and
parts including their own FFL. To purchase items from the bookstore in advance or to ask questions, call Kathy
Mrace or staff at 1-800-621-8752, ext. 5610.
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Action Blueprinting
$380 or 2 credit hours
Focuses on the study of the necessary modifications to convert the standard bolt action into a varmint, bench
rest, or match rifle action. Emphasizes the re-machining of the main line and lock up areas of the action. These
operations create a straight action concentric to its bore. Lab work will consist of building specialized tools and
fixtures and re-machining of actions and bolts.
Prerequisite – Basic and Advanced Machine Shop or Machine I at TSJC Bill Sturtevant is a graduate of the Trinidad State Gunsmithing program, Bill joined the full-time
Gunsmithing faculty in August 2014. Bill has owned and operated Bill’s Gun Shop in Pueblo, Colorado since
1990 and is known for producing quality custom and semi-custom firearms. The shop has a well-established
reputation for completing complex repairs others were not able to do. He has completed several firearms that
were used to gain world records in long distance accuracy. Bill has also performed contract machining for
several large manufacturing companies in Colorado Springs, handling production runs of intricate parts.
Bill Sturtevant
Action Blueprinting Class Tool List
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Remington 700 action or a Winchester 70
Pre contoured barrel of choice.
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Reamers of most standard SAAMI spec. Calibers are available at the TSJC tool room for your use. If you
have specific dimensions you are trying to meet it is best that you buy or rent a reamer and headspace
gauge to meet your needs.
Dave Kiff at Pacific Tool & Gauge offers a student discount.
6” quality dial caliper.
1” quality micrometer.
Depth micrometer (blade style) 0 – 3”
Two 1/4” high speed steel lathe bit blanks.
One 5/16” high speed steel lathe bit blank.
Calculator and notepad.
Thread pitch gauge
One set of thickness gauges.
Set of hex wrenches .050 to 3/8.
1” dial indicator (0.001” or .0005” resolution)
Dial test indicator (.0001” or .0005” resolution)
Magnetic base
Mighty mag
PTG medium Sako extractor,#38 drill bit -- carbide, and 11/64” endmill – carbide
Boring bar with ½” carbide insert
Safety glasses.
Please call me if you have questions about any of these items.
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Building a Race Gun Continues
See week 1
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Decorative Gun Stock Carving class with Jack Brooks
$650 or 2 credit hours
Class counts toward the Gunsmithing Fine Arts Certificate
This five day class will be a study of traditional decorative carving as found on 18th century American flintlock
rifles. Students will learn to carve both incise and relief designs in the manner of old masters from Christian's
Spring, Lancaster, and Allentown, Pennsylvania. Jack will furnish practice butt stock pieces that each student
will carve and be able to take home as future reference. Students will need their own set of carving tools which
will be listed below.
Jack Brooks was born in Colorado, graduated from Englewood High School in 1966, and attended
University of Northern Colorado where he majored in chemistry (BA 1970 and MA 1972). He built his first
flintlock rifle in 1971. After working four years as a chemist he began making flintlock rifles full time in 1976.
Besides making new rifles, pistols, and fowlers; he began collecting and restoring antique Kentucky rifles. This
gave Jack the opportunity to study firsthand the finest examples of 18th and 19th century American long rifles.
His interest in Kentucky rifles began when a child with Walt Disney's Davy Crockett TV series and John
Wayne's movie “The Alamo”. Many years later Jack, along with friends Bob Lienemann and Mike Branson,
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were asked to make 14 guns for the 2004 remake of “The Alamo” movie. Jack's work has been displayed at
The Smithsonian Institute, the NRA Museum, and the Minneapolis Institute of Art. His guns have also been
featured in several magazines and books. Jack has authored many magazine articles and has taught several
years at the annual Gunsmith Seminar of the National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association.
Jack Brooks
Carving Tool list Wood carving gouges ( Swiss Made from Woodcraft recommended): 2mm No. 7 4mm No.7
6mm No. 7
10mm No. 7 18mm No. 7
20mm No.5
12mm No.3
2mm No. 9 2mm No. 1
5mm No. 1
8mm No.1 cabinet scraper
steel hand burnisher
raw hide or wooden mallet three bench stones for sharpening (coarse, medium, and hard)
leather strop ( 3” by 12” piece of saddle leather will work)
desk lamp or work light
pencil and paper
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Capstone Project for Gunsmithing Arts Certificate GUS 289 - Gunsmithing Arts Capstone
This course will be arranged with TSJC staff once the student has reached the point in their NRA Gunsmithing Arts
training to complete this requirement.
Provides practical application of the skills learned in the TSJC/NRA Gunsmithing Arts course series using a
capstone project model. The student will plan and execute a finished engraving, scrimshaw, or other gunsmithing
arts related project as agreed upon with their supervising instructor. This is the final course in the TSJC/NRA
Gunsmithing Arts Certificate program.
Credit Hours: 2
Outline and Competencies –TBA
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TSJC/NRA 2018 SUMMER COURSE REGISTRATION SHEET Date: _______/______/____________ D.O.B.: _________________________________
Name: ___________________________Please Provide a Valid Student ID # or Social Security #
Mailing Address: ____________________________TSJC Student #:_S____________________
City: _____________________________ or Social Security#: __________________________
State: ________________Zip:__________ Country: ___________________________________
Phone: _____________________________ Cell: ______________________________________
Email: _____________________________ Emergency Contact #: _________________________
Name of Emergency Contact & Relationship to you: _____________________________________
ARE YOU A COLORADO RESIDENT ______ yes _______ no
Please be sure to circle check whether you are taking EACH class as continuing education (CE) or for credit
(Credit).
Week 1 – May 28-June 1________________________________________ Week 1 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 2 – June 4-8 ______________________________________ Week 2 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 3 – June 11-15 ______________________________________ Week 3 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 4 – June 18-22 ______________________________________ Week 4 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 5 – June 25-June 29 ______________________________________ Week 5 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
No classes the week of July 2-6
Week 6 – July 9-13 ______________________________________ Week 6 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 7 – July 16-20 ______________________________________ Week 7 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 8 – July 23-27 ______________________________________ Week 8 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Week 9 – July 28-Aug 1 ______________________________________ Week 9 Cost: ______________ CE or Credit
Please sign me up for on-campus housing each week I have class _______Yes ________ No
Single housing $120 per week: Total due for housing $_________
See our note on the $50 non-refundable deposit on housing on page 6 of the PDF for summer 2018
One-time Registration Fee $13.30
Total due for all courses and campus housing $______________
If you are taking classes for credit, the total will be provided to you before your credit card is charged.
CHECK #______________ PAYABLE TO: TRINIDAD STATE JUNIOR COLLEGE
VISA MASTER CARD DISCOVER If debit card, number on back #:_____________
CARD#: _____________________________________________________EXPIRATION DATE ____/_____/___
I certify that I am able to own and possess firearms.
Date: ___________/ ______/_________ Signature: ____________________________________
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Registration Form Instructions
If you have attended TSJC previously and don’t know your student or “S” number, you may contact Donna Haddow at 719-846-5724 or 1-800-672-8752 ext. 5724 - [email protected] to obtain your number or simply fill in the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you have
not attended in the past, we need your Social Security number.
Because classes are offered for credit or as continuing education, please be sure to circle CREDIT or
CE on the form. Tuition is as follows:
Continuing Education or Colorado Resident for credit $380.00 or as indicated in the description of
each class.
Out-of State, for credit -- please see tuition sheet
*Note – tuition for some continuing education courses may vary
Colorado residents taking classes for credit will need to register for the College Opportunity Fund. Registration
may be done by going to https://cof.college-assist.org. If you took classes for credit previously, you do not
need to register for COF again. If you are not registered for COF, you will not receive the credit on your
account and will pay higher tuition.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me
Donna
Donna Haddow Continuing Education Coordinator
Trinidad State Junior College
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APPENDIX A
FIREARMS SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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Trinidad State Junior College
NRA Firearms Safety Instructor
Certificate
Summer 2018
Course Offerings
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The first Gunsmithing courses were designed and offered at TSJC in 1947 by P.O. Ackley. Since that time the
program has developed into a two year Gunsmithing Degree Program that is designed to train individuals with
the basic concepts and skills needed by the professional gunsmith.
Trinidad State Junior College is pleased to be affiliated with the National Rifle Association as the first NRA
Certified Training Center in the country. This affiliation has resulted in the creation of the NRA Firearms
Safety Instructor certificate. The certificate, which has been approved by the Department of Education and the
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, may allow students to
use their financial aid, GI Bill, and Vocational Rehabilitation benefits to pay for the classes depending on their
eligibility.
TSJC has a longstanding affiliation with the National Rifle Association. The NRA, however, is not an
accreditation agency. Trinidad State Junior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
NRA Firearms Safety Instructor Certificate classes will be offered year round on a rotating schedule with
additional classes added if there is increased interest in a particular course.
Most classes will take place on the Trinidad State Campus with some components scheduled for the Prator Gun
Range.
Beginning May 15, 2016, students must register for and complete the online NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting
class offered by the National Rifle Association. Information can be found by clicking here
Following the online training, Trinidad State instructors will complete the range portion of the class.
All participants must comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding firearms. All persons enrolled in
these courses must be legally able to own and possess firearms.
Thank you for considering Trinidad State for your Firearms Safety education. We look forward to seeing you!
Students must register no later than four weeks before a class in order to give us time to obtain course materials.
Please note that the fee for materials (books) is included in the registration; however, you must provide your
own ammunition for courses that include shooting. Firearms and ammunition requirements will be listed below
in the written description for each class. For questions or to register, contact Donna Haddow at 719-846-5724,
1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724 or [email protected].
Donna Haddow
Continuing Education Coordinator
600 Prospect Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
Phone 719-846-5724
Toll free 1-800-621-8752 ext. 5724
Fax 719-846-5062
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NRA Firearms Safety Instructor Certificate – 18 Credits
TSJC is proud to announce the addition of the NRA Firearms Safety Instructor certificate. Approved by the
Department of Education and the Higher Learning Commission, this certificate may make it possible for
students to use financial aid, GI Bill, and Vocational Rehabilitation programs to pay for the classes depending
on their eligibility.
Course Number Name Credit Hours
GUR 101 Orientation and Firearms Safety/NRA Basic Instructor* 0.5
GUR 106 NRA Basic Pistol Shooting** 0.5
GUR 107 NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting 1
GUR 108 NRA Muzzleloading Pistol Shooting 1
GUR 109 NRA Muzzleloading Rifle Shooting 1
GUR 110 NRA Basic Rifle Shooting 1
GUR 111 NRA Muzzleloading Shotgun Shooting 1
GUR 112 NRA Personal Protection in the Home 1
GUR 120 NRA Range Safety Officer Course 0.5
GUR 200 NRA Basic Instructor Training* 0.5
GUR 201 NRA Home Firearms Safety Instructor 0.5
GUR 206 NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 207 NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 208 NRA Muzzleloading Instructor 1
GUR 210 NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Instructor 1
GUR 212 NRA Personal Protection in the Home Instructor 1
GUR 220 NRA Chief Range Safety Officer 0.5
GUR 250 Instructional Leadership 1
COM 115 Public Speaking 3
Total Certificate 18
If you have taken public speaking through another college, please ask us about transferring the credit to TSJC to
count toward this certificate.
*Basic Instructor training is required before any Instructor level courses can be taken. This includes instructor-
level reloading courses and Chief Range Safety Officer.
The NRA Basic Pistol course is a pre-requisite to the NRA Basic Pistol Instructor and NRA Personal Protection
in the Home courses. Both courses must be taken before you can enroll in the NRA Personal Protection in the
Home Instructor course.
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SUMMER 2018
NRA FIREARMS SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE SCHEDULE
Date Course # Course Title
Time May 29- 30 GUR 109 Basic Muzzleloading Rifle 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
May 30-31 GUR 108 Basic Muzzleloading Pistol 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
June 1-2 GUR 111 Basic Muzzleloading Shotgun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
June 2 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 3-4 GUR 208 Instructor Muzzleloading 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
June 5 GUR 120 Range Safety Officer 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
June 6 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 7 GUR 220 Chief Range Safety Officer 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 11 GUR 101 Home Firearms Safety 8 a.m. to noon
June 12 GUR 201 Instructor Home Firearms Safety 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
June 25-26 GUR 110 Basic Rifle Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days June 27 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 27 Rifle Instructor Qualification 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
June 28-29 GUR210 Instructor Basic Rifle 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 9 GUR 106 Basic Pistol Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
July 10-11 GUR 112 Personal Protection in the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 12-13 Cont Ed not for credit
Personal Protection Outside the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 14 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
July 16 Pistol Instructor Qualification 8 a.m. to noon
July 18 Personal Protection Instructor Qualification 8 a.m. to noon July 16-17 GUR 206 Instructor Basic Pistol 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 16th
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 17th July 18-19 GUR 212 Instructor Personal Protection in the Home 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 18th
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 19th July 20-21 Cont Ed
not for credit Instructor Personal Protection Outside the Home 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 23-24 GUR 107 Basic Shotgun Shooting 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
July 25 GUR 200 Basic Instructor Training (BIT) 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
July 25 Shotgun Instructor Qualification 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
July 25-26 GUR 207 Instructor Basic Shotgun 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
** Instructor course requirements
All instructor candidates must have current BIT (NRA Basic Instructor Training) within the past 2 years.
Instructor candidates must complete and pass pre-course assessments and qualifications. These will be held the
morning of the first day of the instructor course at Prator Range.
GUR 101: Orientation and Firearms Safety To teach the basic knowledge and skills and to explain the attitude necessary for the safe
handling and storage of guns in the home.
GUR 106: Basic Pistol Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a pistol.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Pistol knowledge and safe handling
Cartridge information
Loading the pistol
Firing the pistol
Cleaning the pistol
Shooting from the bench position
Shooting from the two-handed, standing position
VIII. Shooting from the one-handed, standing position
Pistol shooting and activities
Bring your own .22 caliber handgun – semiauto or double action revolvers preferred. Bring 150-200 rounds of
.22 lr ammunition.
GUR 107: Basic Shotgun Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a shotgun
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Shotgun knowledge and safe handling
Shot shell information
Loading the shotgun
Firing the shotgun
Cleaning the shotgun
Shooting at a moving target
Shotgun shooting and activities
Bring your own shotgun 12 or 20 gauge – 26” – 30” barrel (not tactical style).
Bring 100-150 rounds of ammunition for your gun 2 ¾” #7 ½ or #8 shot only
GUR 108: Muzzleloading Pistol Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a
Muzzleloading pistol
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
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Muzzleloading pistol knowledge and safe handling
Black powder
Loading the muzzleloading pistol
Firing the muzzleloading pistol
Cleaning the muzzleloading pistol
Loading the muzzleloading revolver
Firing the muzzleloading revolver
Cleaning the muzzleloading revolver
Muzzleloading pistol and revolver shooting and activities
Bring a muzzleloading pistol or revolver if you have one. Bring Powder, ball, caps, etc. for 25-50 shots.
GUR 109: NRA Muzzleloading Rifle Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a
Muzzleloading rifle.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Muzzleloading rifle knowledge and safe handling
Black powder
Loading the muzzleloading rifle
Firing the muzzleloading rifle
Cleaning the muzzleloading rifle
Shooting from the standing position
Muzzleloading rifle shooting and activities
Bring a muzzleloading rifle if you have one
Powder, ball, caps, etc. for 25-50 shots
GUR 110: NRA Basic Rifle Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a rifle.
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TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Rifle knowledge and safe handling
Cartridge information
Loading the rifle
Firing the rifle
Cleaning the rifle
Shooting from the bench position
Shooting from the standing position
Shooting from the prone and kneeling positions
Shooting from the sitting position
Rifle shooting and activities
Bring 100-150 rounds of .22 lr ammunition
We will provide the rifles
GUR 111: NRA Muzzleloading Shotgun Shooting
Introduces the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and use a
Muzzleloading shotgun.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Muzzleloading shotgun knowledge and safe handling
Black powder
Loading the muzzleloading shotgun
Firing the muzzleloading shotgun
Cleaning the muzzleloading shotgun
Muzzleloading shotgun shooting and activities
Bring your own shotgun 12 or 20 gauge 26” – 30” barrel (not tactical type).
Bring 100-150 rounds of ammunition for your gun 2 ¾” #7 or #8 shot only
We will provide muzzleloading shotguns and ammunition
GUR 112: NRA Personal Protection in the Home
This shooting course is designed to teach the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for
the safe and proper use of a handgun, and provide information on the Citizen’s right of Self
Defense. It is of benefit to beginning and experienced shooters alike. The NRA Personal
Protection Course is included.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Handgun knowledge and safe handling.
Ammunition knowledge.
Fundamentals of handgun shooting.
Firing the first shots.
Handgun shooting positions.
Firearms and the law.
Avoiding criminal attack.
Controlling a violent confrontation
NRA Basic Pistol class is required before you can take the Personal Protection in the Home
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Bring your own handgun 38 spl. 9mm, 40 S&W or 45ACP – semiauto or double action revolvers preferred.
Bring an extra magazine or speed loader.
Bring 150-200 rounds of ammunition – factory loaded.
GUR 120: NRA Range Safety Officer Course
Designed for persons who have been assigned by a range owner, operator, or manager to oversee
range safety. Course content includes: ensuring the range if safe to use; conducting range safety
briefings for shooters; handling ammunition and firearm malfunctions safely; supervising safety
aspects of shooting activities; and handling emergency procedures as established by the range
management.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
The role of the Range Safety Officer
Range Standard Operating Procedures
Range inspection
Range rules
Range safety briefing
Firearm stoppages and malfunctions
GUR 200: NRA Basic Instruction Training
Covers teaching principles, instructional techniques, and training aids used to teach the NRA
Basic Firearms Training Courses.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introducing a Speaker
The Instructor and the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program
Using a Training Team Approach to Teaching
Training Materials and Training Aids
Course Organization
Preparing to Teach
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
GUR 201: Instructor Home Firearms Safety
Covers teaching principles, instructional techniques, and training aids used to organize and
conduct the NRA Home Firearms Safety Course.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Home Firearm Safety Course Lesson Plans
Gun Safety Rules, and Firearm Identification and Unloading
Safe Gun Handling Practical Exercises, Ammunition, Firearm Cleaning and Storage
Home Firearm Safety Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
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GUR 206: Instructor Basic Pistol Shooting**
Designed to develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude
necessary to organize and safely conduct the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course lesson plans
Pistol knowledge and safe handling
o Basic pistol instructional method
Ammunition knowledge and the fundamentals of pistol shooting
o Teaching Pistol Lesson III: Firing the first shots
o Two-handed and one-handed standing shooting positions
Administer Pistol Instructor examination
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
Bring your own .22 lr caliber handgun – semiautomatic or double action revolvers preferred
Bring an extra magazine or speedloader.
Bring 100-150 rounds of .22 lr ammunition
GUR 207: Instructor Basic Shotgun Shooting**
Covers teaching principles, instructional techniques, and training aids used to teach the NR Basic
Shotgun Shooting Instructor course.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting Course Lesson Plans
Shotgun Knowledge and Safe Handling
Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Shotgun Shooting
Basic Shotgun Instructional Method
Firing the First Shots
Shotgun Shooting Skills Practical
Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Shotgun Shooters
Shotgun Sports and Activities
Shotgun Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
Bring your own shotgun 12 or 20 gauge – 26” – 30” barrel (not tactical type)
Bring 75-100 rounds of ammunition for your gun 2 ¾” #7 ½ or #8 shot only
GUR 208: Instructor Muzzleloading**
Covers teaching principles, instructional techniques, and training aids used to organize and
conduct NRA Basic Muzzleloading Shooting Courses.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Basic Muzzleloading Shooting Course Lesson Plans
Firearms Knowledge and Safe Handling
Black Powder and Loading the Muzzleloader
Basic Muzzleloading Instructional Method
Firing and Cleaning Muzzleloaders
Shooting From the Standing Position and Identifying Failure to Fire
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Shooting various Muzzloading Firearms
Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Muzzleloading Shooters
Muzzleloading Sports and Activities
Muzzleloading Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
Bring your own muzzleloading pistol or revolver
Powder, ball, caps, etc. for 25-50 shots
1 box of 25 12 ga. shotshells -- 2 ¾” -- 1 or 1 1/8 oz. -- #7 ½ or #8 shot
GUR 210: Instructor Basic Rifle Shooting**
Covers teaching principles, instructional techniques, and training aids used to organize and
conduct the NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Instructor course.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Course Lesson Plans
Rifle Knowledge and Safe Handling
Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting
Basic Rifle Instructional Method
Firing the First Shots
Standing Rifle Shooting Positions
Prone and Kneeling Rifle Shooting Positions
Sitting Rifle Shooting Position and Review of Positions
Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Rifle Shooters
Rifle Sports and Activities
Rifle Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
Bring 100-150 rounds of .22 lr ammunition
We will provide the rifles
GUR 212: Instructor Personal Protection in the Home**
This course is designed to develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the knowledge, skills,
and attitude necessary to organize and safely conduct the NRA Personal Protection Course
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction to NRA Personal Protection Course Lesson Plans.
Teaching Personal Protection Lesson I: Pistol Knowledge and Safe Handling.
Teaching Personal Protection Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals
of Pistol Shooting.
Basic Personal Protection Instructional Method.
Teaching Personal Protection Lesson III: Firing the First Shots.
Teaching Personal Protection Lesson IV: Pistol Shooting Positions.
Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters.
Teaching Personal Protection Lesson V and VI: Firearms and the Law, and Avoiding
Criminal Attack.
Personal Protection Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion.
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The NRA Basic Pistol course is a pre-requisite to the NRA Basic Pistol Instructor and NRA Personal Protection
in the Home courses. Both courses must be taken before you can enroll in the NRA Personal Protection in the
Home Instructor course.
Bring your own handgun 38 spl, 9mm, 40 S&W or 45 ACP – semiauto or double action revolvers preferred.
Bring an extra magazine or speedloader. Bring 100-150 rounds of ammunition – factory loaded
GUR 220: NRA Chief Range Safety Officer (Instructor Course)**
Develops NRA Certified Range Safety Officers who possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude
necessary to train and supervise NRA Range Safety Officers and to provide the essential
information to develop Range Standard Operating Procedures.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
Introduction
The role of the Chief Range Safety Officer
Introduction to the NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course
The role of the NRA Range Safety Officer and Range Standard Operating Procedures.
Range Inspections and Range Rules.
Range Safety Briefings
Emergency Procedures
Gun Stoppages and Malfunctions
RSO Test and Review
*Basic Instructor Training is a pre-requisite for all instructor courses
GUR 250: Instructional Leadership
This course will have to be arranged with TSJC staff once the student has reached the point in their NRA Safety
Instructor training to complete this requirement.
I. Provides practical application of the teaching and organizational skills learned in the
TSJC/NRA Shooting and Firearms Safety course series using an internship model. The
student will assist in the planning, promotion, teaching, and follow up documentation for
one NRA Firearms Safety class. This is the final course in the TSJC/NRA Firearms
Safety Instructor Certificate program.
II. I. Organize a firearms shooting and safety class
A. Coordinate training team if more than one instructor is involved
B. Make arrangements for use of shooting range and range officer
C. Schedule classroom and arrange teaching aids
D. Order or insure availability of course materials
E. Develop cost analysis for course being taught
III. Publicize a firearms shooting and safety class
A. Make notification to various local radios, TV, and other media
B. Develop advertising flyers and ad copy for newspaper publication
VI. Teach firearms shooting and safety class
A. Use of basic teaching principles
B. Use of various teaching methods
C. Use of teaching aids
D. Use of prepared lesson plans
V. Evaluation and documentation
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A. Student evaluation and grading
B. Documentation required by NRA
COM 115: Public Speaking
If you have taken public speaking at another college, please ask us about transferring the credit to TSJC in place
of taking the class again
Combines the basic theories of communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasis
is on speech preparation, organization, support, audience analysis, and delivery.
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Overview of communication fields
A. Speech communication
B. Interpersonal communication
C. Group communication
D. Organizational communication
E. Mass communication
F. Intercultural communication
II. Speech communication skills
A. Critical thinking
B. Listening
C. Ethics
D. Reasoning
E. Content analysis
F. Rhetorical criticism
III. Speaker-related factors
A. Source credibility
B. Communication apprehension
IV. Speech preparation
A. Topic selection
B. Audience analysis
C. Organization
D. Support/research materials
E. Language use
V. Speech delivery methods
A. Impromptu
B. Extemporaneous
C. Manuscript
D. Memorized
VI. Vocal and physical delivery
A. Vocal: pitch, rate, volume, vocal variety
B. Physical: body movement, gestures, eye contact, facial expression
VII. Appropriate use of technology
A. Audio
B. Visual
VIII. Speech purposes
A. Informative
B. Persuasive
C. Special occasion
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Personal Protection Outside the Home (Continuing Education-not for credit)
Short Description: This course teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitude essential for avoiding
dangerous confrontations and for the safe, effective and responsible use of a concealed pistol for self-defense
outside the home.
Prerequisite: This course is for adult individuals who are not disqualified from possessing a firearm as defined
by applicable federal, state or local law and are of good repute and possess defensive pistol skills presented in
the NRA Basics Of Personal Protection In The Home Course. Participants must also understand the basic legal
concepts relating to the use of firearms in self-defense, and must know and observe not only general gun safety
rules but also those safety principles that are specific to defensive situations. Prospective participants can
demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Personal
Protection In The Home Course Certificate, or by passing the pre-course evaluation.
Description: The course is divided into two levels. Level one is nine hours and offers the essential knowledge
and skills that must be mastered in order to carry, store, and use a firearm safely and effectively for personal
protection outside the home. Students spend several hours on the range and shoot approximately 100 rounds of
ammunition during level one. Upon completion, students may choose to attend level two, which is an additional
five hours on the range and approximately 115 rounds of ammunition learning advanced shooting skills. Time
and ammunition requirements are minimum, and may be exceeded. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the
Basics Of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and appropriate
(level one/level two) course completion certificates(s).
Note: Lesson III—Firearms and the Law, and Legal Aspects of Self-Defense—of the Personal Protection In
And Outside The Home courses is conducted by an attorney licensed to practice law within the state in which
this course is given and who is familiar with this area of the law; a Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) who
possesses an intermediate or higher Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate granted within the
state' or an individual currently certified to instruct in this area of the law by the state in which this course is
presented. NRA certified instructors may conduct this lesson only if they meet the requirements stated above,
and then only in their capacity as an attorney or other state certified individual, not in their capacity as an NRA
certified instructor.
Instructor Personal Protection Outside the Home (Continuing Education-not for credit)
This course is designed to develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude
necessary to organize and safely conduct the NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Course.