Gunsmiths modify and repair metal fabricated firearms for special costumer specifications. They use machines and hand tools such as planers, grinders and millers to alter and restore guns, and they may also apply engravings, carvings and other decorative finishing touches to the otherwise finished product.
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Engineering discipline related to the fields of electrical engineering, electronics engineering, software engineering, optical engineering, and mechanical engineering that deals with the development of apparatus with very low tolerances.
Precision or fine mechanics is a subdiscipline in engineering that focuses on the design and development of smaller precision machines.
Improve the accuracy of guns, by improving usability, tolerances, harmonics and projectile propulsion consistency and using techniques such as bedding, pressure bedding or free-floating.
Use techniques to protect metals against rust, for instance with the use of salt baths.
Replace or attach firearm components such as optical sights, pistol grips, recoil pads and choking devices.
Make modifications or attach custom-made components on guns based on the wishes of a particular customer.
Identify problems or deviations on firearms, check for deterioration, disassemble parts, regulate, adjust, and replace deficient components.
Bring back old or dilapidated guns to their original condition by repairing or replacing defect components, cleaning and oiling parts and conserving them in that state.
Explain the features of weapons, how to load and maintain them, and how to ensure maximum safety.
Inform customers about necessary repairs or replacements, discuss products, services and costs, include accurate technical information.
Shoot one or several types of firearm being aware of safe handling techniques, aim of the firearm and the fire.
Apply the principles and rules that govern the activities and processes of an organisation.
Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.
Shave, plane and sand wood manually or automatically to produce a smooth surface.
Keep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requirements.
Regularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.
Keep written records of all repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, including information on the parts and materials used, etc.
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
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Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
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Provide support and advice to customers in making purchasing decisions by finding out their needs, selecting suitable service and products for them and politely answering questions about products and services.
Engrave and print designs and patterns onto a variety of surfaces.
Heat steel and metals in fire; adjust and regulate heat controls to reach appropriate pouring temperature.
Prepare the invoice of goods sold or services provided, containing individual prices, the total charge, and the terms. Complete order processing for orders received via telephone, fax and internet and calculate the customer’s final bill.
Keep written records of the amount of stock in storage, incoming and outgoing products required for the proper operation of services, repairs and maintenance tasks.
Describe, inventorise and catalogue items in a collection.
Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with suppliers and service providers in order to establish a positive, profitable and enduring collaboration, co-operation and contract negotiation.
Manage the organisational, financial and day-to-day operation of a small-to-medium enterprise.
Sell ammunition for general use to customers, according to national legislation and safety requirements.
Sell small arms such as revolvers, shotguns, light machine guns for general use to customers, according to national legislation and safety requirements.
Accept, schedule and cancel appointments.
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
Implement and monitor repairs and/or replacements by the supplier in compliance with warranty contracts.
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
File and organise professional administration documents comprehensively, keep customer records, fill in forms or log books and prepare documents about company-related matter.
Maintain an overview of all the incoming tasks in order to prioritise the tasks, plan their execution, and integrate new tasks as they present themselves.
Tend a metalworking machine designed to buff and polish metal surfaces, monitor and operate it according to regulations.
Apply the information, such as periodic maintenance charts, step by step repair instructions, troubleshooting information and overhaul procedures to perform routine maintenance and repairs.