GS 2603 — RIFLESMITHING II
Prerequisite: GS 1613 This course is an advanced study in the construction of custom rifles and re-barreling of vintage rifles. It will include the study of the design and function of common commercial and military rifles. Problems associated with the re- barreling of single s hot rifles, re- barreling lever action rifles, problems associated with pre- contoured short chamber/long chambered barrels, and various bedding techniques will be covered. The student will continue to develop proficiency and refine skills introduced in GS1713: Riflesmithing. Student assessment will be highly weighted on capstone projects. Students will be required to do research paper and presentation on rifle design. This course will consist of one lecture hour and four laboratory hours per week (Three credit hours). The student will need to continue supervised laboratory work for successful completion of this course. One lecture and four laboratory hours per week. Credit: Three semester hours