Gunsmith for 1911 checkering in Sac area?

[vincentk]

Hey everyone, I was looking to get my new Springfield MC Operator 1911's front strap checkered, and I was thinking about whether or not it was worth it to send it to springfield and get it checkered for $150 (not including shipping). Does anyone know of a gunsmith that does good checkering in the Sacramento/Yolo County area?

Thanks.

[BigNick]

You might try J&G Gunsmithing in Granite Bay.(916)782-7075 If they don't I'm sure they will know someone that will. They have been in buisness forever.

[JTROKS]

I'd like to tag this thread. Is your SA stainless or matte black type of finish? Reason I ask is you may want to refinish it in Melonite or similar tough black finish. I'm looking to see the current cost for getting a 1911 done, but requires the chipping nickel stipped.

[vincentk]

It's actually armory kote in OD green from Springfield. I want it refinished anyways, so I think I might just send it direct to springfield.. but I am still open to other options.

[JTROKS]

I'll be checkering my Caspian 10mm/40 and Springfield in the near future, it's refinishing my old Caspian that's getting to me.

[sac-gunslinger]

Another recommendation for J&G here. The shop has three gunsmiths on staff and does a ton of gunsmithing work plus builds custom rifles. Plus the shop has the best selection of used guns in the Sack-a-tomatoes area. A little hard to get to (be sure to check out the Mediterranena-style mansion for sale just down the street) but well worth the effort.

[redcliff]

I don't know anything about J&G, they may be wonderful but... I think Springfield Armory's Custom Shop is hard to beat for value, convenience and turn-around, especially since the OP will need to have the firearm refinished.

[gmcal]

I don't have an answer to your question but keep in mind that shipping to and from SA will cost you around $100 or more.