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Below, notes from a few happy campers. . .

Dave, I finally was able to shoot the Schofield in a CAS match last Saturday. It shoots smooth and accurate. You did a great job of tuning it up. I will refer you to all my gun toting buddies.

Thanks again, Happy Trails; Lee Bumpas (aka) Natty Bumpo #23808

Dave Jr-  Got the Registered Magnum - it looks great. This project could not have turned out better - I was real happy with the gunsmithing work (part of it was mine- the hard part was SDM Fabricating) but your refinish just topped it off. I would expect a gun article on this pistol - possibly by my friend Ken who has a weakness for Reg Mags. If so I will contact you for what contact info you want in the article. Thanx again - the pistol turned out superb.

Cheers, Larry Vickers

P.S. - check out my website www.vickerstactical.com

Dave, I have received the two Merwins you worked on for me and I am exceedingly well pleased with them. May I express my compliments for your outstanding work on returning these Merwins to such wonderful condition. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! I knew I could count on you for great work, but I had no idea just how fantastic these old Merwins could look. They are both indeed "stars" of my Merwin collection! The ivory grips really set them off to perfection. I hope that you will be willing to do some more work on some of my other items in the future. This may seem superfluous, but if you ever need another reference, count on me.

Best regards,   Dale D. Barnhart

Hi, Dave: You must have switched pistols! Mine was a piece of junk and the one I just received is a mint, vintage Colt. Seriously, I’m amazed you could do as much with my folly. When the snow goes away, I’m looking forward to shooting it—but I probably won’t be able to do as well as your test target. Chuck Hedtke

Dave, I would like to let you know that I was very pleased with the work that you and David put into my Registered Magnum.  The craftsmanship is both immediately and subtlety noticeable. This was the type of results that I was expecting. I am one happy camper! Thank you for all your efforts and patience with this project. Jeff Foster

Dave, The shotgun and (German WW2) K43 arrived in the mail in first class shape.  I am very pleased with your quality of workmanship. As we said earlier, the guns mean something to our family because of who used them and I appreciate you taking on this project. I was just lucky to find out about you and your expert knowledge. Charlie Watson

Hi David, The Mk 1 Webley arrived in the mail yesterday. My hat really comes off to you whenever I see the amazingly expert work you put into recovering this (rear of the top-strap blown off from an overload, frame twisted and bent) from a basket case to highly respectable gun! Thanks again for the EXCELLENT work you put into this - you are undoubtely the best Gunsmith I've met and that's out of quite a few!

With best regards, Jon Dewis

Dave (Jr), the (restored 1955 Target and 1956 .44 Magnum) came in today and I couldn't be more pleased. Thanks for restoring these old gals for me. You guys did a remarkable job on the one that was chrome plated. Chuck O.

Dear Dave:  I have recived my "new" S/W.  I am very happy with your work! Yours John Moran

Dave, the 4 incher (restored 1950's pre-Model 29) came today. It looks really nice. It was a mess when you got it I remember. The stocks look really nice too. Thanks for the really professional work you've done on these guns. I can't wait to see the nickel 5" gun. That's really the pride and joy of my Model 29 collection. Chuck O.

David, Thanks a bunch for the great job on this (old Stevens .22) and the other four guns. I appreciate your taking on these projects. My father and father-in-law would be proud. Thanks again, Charlie Watson

Dave(s); the quality of your work is superb! Never seen better. Thank you! George Menke

Dave,   The gun (44-40 Colt Bisley) arrived today.  It looks, sounds and functions great!  Thank you for doing such a wonderful job.  Your prompt, professional, expert service was greatly appreciated.   God bless.   -Brons

Dave, I received my gun (.32 Safety-2nd Model) today. Very nice work. Thank you very much. Fred D.

Dave (or should I say Daves), great job on this one! The vintage Lyman 48 installation and cleaning up of the gas port are super. It is nice having a set of operable hook sling swivels also. I will use them with a newer (but not brand new) sling when I take this one out. I like the aged mill plug in the barrel boss. I don't know if it is "period correct, " but it is staying for now. This (Winchester) Model 54 goes real well in appearance and function with a vintage Model 94 rifle that I have. It has a tang sight and a barrel slot plug. These are my kinds of rifles! Thanks for the artisanship, as usual. Terry F.

David, The (S&W) Russian arrived today. Thank you. You are truly an excellent gunsmith and a gentlemen. I must apologize for my last phone call when I became impatient. Thank you again, it was worth the wait. Rich J.

Hi Dave, Picked up the Schofield yesterday and I am so pleased with the work you did. The action is perfect and it looks so much better. So thank you very much for excellent work. Petter R.

Dave: I have been traveling on business a lot since receiving my Merwin back from you, but today I shot it. . . .the revolver funtioned flawlessly and that is what I consider success.  Thank you for the fine repair. Jim R.

Dave - just got back on leave and looked over the (S&W) Russian. Very nice work and well worth the wait. Thanks again and cheers: Mike P.