Thread: Armorer ?
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Old May 11, 2013, 08:44 AM   #2
Nathan
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Probably mostly semantics, but that is generally considered the definition.

Armorer generally works with guns, tools and procedures to keep guns running with standard parts for an organization or a shop. This is like PM work plus some add ons, etc.

A gunsmith usually performs more detailed repairs where sometimes making or extensive fitting is required. This is basically "no procedure" work. It usually requires knowing or learning the functions of each parrt in the system and formulating clear fitting criteria so you can definitively say the gun will work after the repair or addition you make. Added to armorers skills are usually machining skills, welding, grinding to shape know how as well as the ability to receive a relative unknown firearm and prove it safe and functional.

For example: Sons of Guns seems to be mostly armorer work. When Joe gets involved, it is because it has transitioned from armorer to gunsmith work. I think Vince was also a gunsmith and that seems to be part of what got him the boot. He did not want to slap crap together and hope it didn't blow up like they so often do.
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