Publications and Videos

ACGG offers informative publications, educational DVDs and videotapes for purchase. Most orders can be shipped via USPS Priority Mail within two weeks of receiving the order. Prices include postage, except for non-United States destinations. We do not accept on-line orders, but you can print out an order form to mail or fax. PDF files require Adobe Reader (free from www.adobe.com) to view. Prices listed are for non-members.

About ACGG

What is a Custom Firearm?

Annual Exhibition

Firearm Raffle Projects

Membership

Contact Info

Informational Package_____________________________________________________

Includes Associate Affiliation information, information on current raffle project, and sample of Gunmaker, Journal of Fine Gunmaking. Price $5 including postage. The Directory of Custom Gunmaking Services can be included for an additional $5.

Directory of Custom Gunmaking Services______________________________________

Listing of services and/or specialties provided by Regular Members of the Guild. 20+ pages. Price $5 including postage and current contact information. (Included with Associate affiliation)

List of Current Regular Members______________________________________

Contact information for the current Regular Members (stockmakers, metalsmiths, engravers, metalfinishers, etc.) is available as a pdf file.

Realizing Your Dream: A Client's Guide to Building a Custom Gun___________________________

A 60-page booklet about the process of commissioning a custom firearms, including forms, diagrams and a list of resources. Price $24.65 including postage.

Custom Firearms Artistry: Membership Directory___________________________

A 90+ page full color Membership Directory with individual pages on Regular Members, a photo of them, their work and a brief paragraph of information about them. Price $24.65 including postage. (Included with Associate affiliation)

Gunmaker - Journal of Fine Gunmaking_______________________________________

Advertise in Gunmaker to a unique audience of custom gunmakers, engravers, and gun artisans, as well as those to appreciate them.

Past issues of the ACGG newsletter are available from 1983 to current. Issues 1-9 (1983-1984) are sold as one year set for $25. 1985 through Current Year cost is $10 per issue. An index of articles is available for $5 including postage. Or you may view it as a pdf file.

Sample Issue of Gunmaker as a pdf file.

Video Tapes (also available now as DVDs)______________________________________________________
(Please note that these are not professional quality taping.)

An Introduction to Custom Guns

This 105 minute VHS video tape is an educational tape to provide information on custom rifles and shotguns. Filming was done over a three year period at the annual exhibition. Beautiful photos of many fine quality custom firearms. Narrated by Jack Belk. Price is $35 including postage.

Specialized Gunsmithing Techniques of William J. Nittler

2 hour VHS tape features stock bending, barrel regulation, and rib work. The tools and techniques shown were developed by Bill Nittler, a premier shotgun gunsmith for over 40 years. 50 page technical manual with photos and mechanical drawings included. Price is $75 including postage.

Seminar Videotapes

Taping of various seminars was done by the Guild Historian, Paul Nickels. All seminar tape orders are forwarded to Mr. Nickels. Orders for seminar tapes require additional delivery time. Tapes are $35 each including postage. 1997 Tape 2 is an additional $5 for the booklet.

2008

Ribbon Checkering by Gary Goudy

A 20 minute DVD of Ribbon Checkering instruction and demonstration by Gary Goudy.

2003

Welding Tips by Jack Belk

Mr. Belk presents an outstanding presentation and question and answer period on aspects of welding for the gunsmith/gunmaker.

2002

Gun Photography by Mr. Mustafa Bilal

Mr. Bilal is widely recognized as the top photographer of firearms today. He shares his information about photographic needs and proper setup for good results.

2001

Bolt Knobs by Mr. Ralph Bone

Engraver Ralph Bone shares his expertise on bolt knob engraving and tips. Also included is an open discussion on various topics.

2000

Rust Bluing by Mr. J. Peter Mazur

Pete Mazur is well known for his restoration efforts on fine shotguns and rifles. He shares his knowledge on rust bluing.

1997 - Tape 1

Color Case Hardening by Mr. John Hackley

Mr. Hackley shared his experience, tricks, puzzles, and frustrations. Includes 24-minutes in shop experience as well as the seminar presentation. Additional feature includes Pete Mazur in his shop demonstrating Nitre blue.

1996-1997 - Tape 2 The Fitting of Gunstocks

Part 1: The Sporting Rifle by Mr. James Tucker

Mr. Tucker does a 44-minute segment on proper rifle stock fitting.

Part 2: Shotgun Stock Fitting by Mr. Hugh P. de Pentheny O'Kelly

Mr. O'Kelly present a very thorough study on a sequential approach to achieving the correct fit for a client. Includes 20-page booklet.

Additional interviews with Paul Dressel and Bob Snapp discussing specific firearms.

1995

Action Tightening by Mr. Pete Mazur

Mr. Mazur is well known for his restoration work and as the metalsmith on the ACGG #10 firearm, a 20 ga. L.C. Smith. The seminar presented deals with the techniques of putting shotgun barrels back on the face.

Self Promotion by Mr. Ed Aubert

Mr. Aubert has been a stockmaker for several years and also has lectured professionally on the project of promoting oneself. His presentation is focused on ways to increase exposure and business in the gunsmithing trade.

1993

Restoration by Mr. J. Peter Mazur

Information necessary for proper restoration techniques and working with your gunsmith.

1989

Business by the Numbers by Mr. J. Peter Mazur

Mr. Mazur shares his business experience working for Jenkins Enterprises and as an independent gunsmith.

Audio History Tape Series_________________________________________________

Cassette tapes of selected gunmakers self interviewed discussing their life, work, ideas and philosophies related to custom gunmaking. Hear the stories, ideas, and philosophies of Bob Emmons, Ted Blackburn, Al Biesen, Robert West, Byrd Pearson, Dale Goens, Henry Cheatham, or Maurice Ottmar. Audio tapes are $18 each including postage.

All prices subject to change