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Old 02-16-2019, 12:43 AM
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I've acquired a couple old .22's and I'd like to get a good cleaning and inspection on them. I was hoping someone would be able to point me in the right direction for some good work and what I should expect to pay. I live in Fort Sask. Thanks!
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Old 02-16-2019, 09:06 AM
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Get some Otis cleaning cables, some q-tips and a can of ballistol. Clean them yourself and save paying someone $100 to $150 an hour. As for getting them inspected thats for you to decide if they look questionable.
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Old 02-16-2019, 08:56 PM
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The thing is, I want to pay someone to do a good look over on them. I don't feel comfortable deciding if they are safe or not!
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Old 02-16-2019, 09:26 PM
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If the guns were mine, I'd clean them very well, make sure the barrels are free of obstruction, the bolts are clean & operable, point them in a safe direction, and shoot them. Maybe I'd set them in a gun vise & pull the trigger with a pencil the first few times.

Or hire an expert, whatever I was comfortable with. Good luck!
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Old 02-16-2019, 10:01 PM
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I've acquired a couple old .22's and I'd like to get a good cleaning and inspection on them. I was hoping someone would be able to point me in the right direction for some good work and what I should expect to pay. I live in Fort Sask. Thanks!
There are 2 good places in Edmonton.

Tier One Armoury, Edmonton southside. Wild West, West Ed Mall.

Both have very reputable gunsmiths.

In terms of costs, I have no idea. Ask the smith is my suggestion.

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Old 02-16-2019, 10:05 PM
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appreciate the responses. thanks
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Old 02-17-2019, 06:51 AM
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Rod Hendrickson is a gun smith in Edmonton. He should be able to help you out.


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Old 02-17-2019, 08:12 AM
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Shane at CX Shooters in Morinvile can check them out for you .
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Old 02-17-2019, 06:15 PM
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