Civilian Armorer Training

CW3 John Wescott — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:03:19 -0400

I served the last 5 years of my career with 10th SFG. During that time I was very lucky to have gone to numerous military and civilian Armorer schools such as Glock, Sniper Weapon Systems Repair and Joint Armorer Course at Crane.

Now that I am a civilian I would like to continue working on guns and maybe one day start my own shop.

Any suggestions on schools or other opportunities?

Response by PO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 30 at 2014 10:30 AM

PO1 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:30:47 -0400

Chief, first step would be to get out of Maryland! That's what Beretta is doing. A lot of the big guys, Remington, Barrett, play in Tennessee (GOOD OL ROCKY TOP!), I would imagine they would probably have some schools out there.

Response by LTC Paul Labrador made Jul 30 at 2014 11:50 AM

LTC Paul Labrador — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 11:50:36 -0400

You may want to hook up with the local PD or Sheriff to see if they have a need for a department armorer. With your background, that may get you the connections you need to eventually open up a viable business. Or see if any local gunshops need a gunsmith.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 3 at 2014 10:00 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 22:00:09 -0400

Sir, do you have certain makes of firearms that you like? If so, I would check out those manufacturers for courses they may offer. For example, Sig Sauer has an Armorers course that I have been wanting to attend. I think that is one of the best ways to get certified.

Also, like LTC Labrador mentioned, apply to a local PD or Sheriff's department. Many LEAs will pay to send you to multiple courses.

Response by CW3 Chris Shaffer made Aug 5 at 2014 4:31 AM

CW3 Chris Shaffer — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 04:31:21 -0400

LMO has some good machine gun courses in NV. Keep an eye on USA Jobs for opportunities at Crane, Anniston, APG, Picatinny, Albany, Warren, etc.

Response by CW3 Chris Shaffer made Aug 5 at 2014 2:08 PM

CW3 Chris Shaffer — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:08:23 -0400

If you are on Bookface, head over to this group and check out the discussions. This has come up before.

https://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/ArmamentRepairTeam/

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Response by SGT Patrick Verner made Apr 18 at 2015 1:49 PM

SGT Patrick Verner — Sat, 18 Apr 2015 13:49:01 -0400

maybe I can help you out. I was a 91f (small arms/artillery repair) in the army and worked for Glock, then got a contracting gig overseas and am still working in the armorer field, my best advice is get all the factory certs you can because thats what most companies want. Glock, Beretta, AR's, M2,249 and 240 if youre going to be working with the military or contracting, some companies will pay for you to go to courses and others wont, some require more , some less, hope i was helpful