A number of years back I had a nice little gunsmithing shop. Lathe, mill, and all the needed tools to do nearly any job. Kids and a demanding job made it impossible to find time to complete projects or take on new work. After my machinery sat for a few years, I sold all of it. Even though I no longer have the tools and machinery I used to, I am still able to modify airgun parts and tune guns. Here is a list of tools that get the job done for me.
Chronograph: If you are going to tune a gun or test modifications or aftermarket parts, a chrony is a must have.
Measuring Devices: Calipers, mics, tape measures, rulers, etc.
Allen Wrenches: Good quality standard and metric allens. You will run into both standard and metric screws, so having both is a good idea.
Metal Picks: I find multiple uses for picks and keep numerous different styles in my tool box.
Screw Drivers: Phillips and flat screw drivers of varying lengths and sizes.
Pliers: Not used alot, but I find a need for pliers from time to time. I keep multiple types in my toolbox. Needle nose, regular, sidecuts, vise grips, etc.
Punches: I keep both steel and brass in many different sizes.
Hammers: About any hammer will do, but I like having a few different hammers.
Metal Files: Always handy to have a few different sizes for various jobs.
Bench Vice: I have a few different vices, but any will do and has multiple uses.
Drill Press: Can come in handy, but I find that I use a cordless drill for many jobs.
Bench Grinder: Not something I use alot, but is very handy to have.
Dremel: I use a dremel for many different tasks.
Above is a list of the most common tools I use. Some of the smaller and misc items include: Drill bits, taps and dies, cresent wreches and box end wrenches, sandpaper, and varieties of products like wd-40, jb, ballistol, kroil, etc. I do very little wood work, but I do have a few wood working tools that come in handy from time to time.
I have bought a number of tools over the years as well as inherited tools. I prefer good quality tools that will last for decades. (Many of my tools were passed down to me from my father and grandfather) While I do prefer to buy quality, some tools like picks and such I will buy from harbor freight or similar discount stores. If money is tight and you need tools to get the job done, harbor freight tools will get the job done. I am sure that I have forgotten a few items, but hope this list will give you an idea of what tools you might need if you plan on working on your own airguns. Keep in mind that alot of work can be accomplished on an airgun with very minimal tools. The tools I use allow me to do nearly everything aside from actually manufacturing parts and true machining. You would be suprised how much can be done with a dremel!!
Chronograph: If you are going to tune a gun or test modifications or aftermarket parts, a chrony is a must have.
Measuring Devices: Calipers, mics, tape measures, rulers, etc.
Allen Wrenches: Good quality standard and metric allens. You will run into both standard and metric screws, so having both is a good idea.
Metal Picks: I find multiple uses for picks and keep numerous different styles in my tool box.
Screw Drivers: Phillips and flat screw drivers of varying lengths and sizes.
Pliers: Not used alot, but I find a need for pliers from time to time. I keep multiple types in my toolbox. Needle nose, regular, sidecuts, vise grips, etc.
Punches: I keep both steel and brass in many different sizes.
Hammers: About any hammer will do, but I like having a few different hammers.
Metal Files: Always handy to have a few different sizes for various jobs.
Bench Vice: I have a few different vices, but any will do and has multiple uses.
Drill Press: Can come in handy, but I find that I use a cordless drill for many jobs.
Bench Grinder: Not something I use alot, but is very handy to have.
Dremel: I use a dremel for many different tasks.
Above is a list of the most common tools I use. Some of the smaller and misc items include: Drill bits, taps and dies, cresent wreches and box end wrenches, sandpaper, and varieties of products like wd-40, jb, ballistol, kroil, etc. I do very little wood work, but I do have a few wood working tools that come in handy from time to time.
I have bought a number of tools over the years as well as inherited tools. I prefer good quality tools that will last for decades. (Many of my tools were passed down to me from my father and grandfather) While I do prefer to buy quality, some tools like picks and such I will buy from harbor freight or similar discount stores. If money is tight and you need tools to get the job done, harbor freight tools will get the job done. I am sure that I have forgotten a few items, but hope this list will give you an idea of what tools you might need if you plan on working on your own airguns. Keep in mind that alot of work can be accomplished on an airgun with very minimal tools. The tools I use allow me to do nearly everything aside from actually manufacturing parts and true machining. You would be suprised how much can be done with a dremel!!
