About Straight Shot Gunsmithing in Bismarck, ND

Precision Machining and Gunsmithing Based in Center, North Dakota

Straight Shot Gunsmithing is a locally operated gunsmithing and machining shop serving Bismarck and surrounding areas from our facility in Center, North Dakota. We handle both custom firearm projects and scalable product manufacturing for the gun building industry, combining precision craftsmanship with specialized firearm knowledge.



Our work centers on barrel threading, chambering, and crowning—services that require exacting tolerances and understanding of how each modification affects accuracy and reliability. When you bring us a barrel blank or need custom machining work, you're working with a shop that approaches every project with the same attention to dimensional precision, whether it's a one-off build or production run.

We've built our operation around quality control at every stage. From selecting cutters and tooling to final inspection, durability and performance guide our process. You'll see this in how we verify thread pitch, check chamber dimensions, and ensure crown geometry is consistent across production runs. It's detailed work that directly impacts how your firearm functions.

Reach out to discuss your custom project or product manufacturing needs.

Our shop was established to serve both individual gun builders and businesses needing reliable production work. We've developed processes that maintain precision whether we're threading a single barrel or running multiple units with identical specifications. That capability matters when you need parts that fit consistently or custom work that meets your exact requirements.



Operating in North Dakota gives us direct access to the regional shooting and hunting community. We understand the performance expectations for firearms used in varying conditions, and we machine with those standards in mind. Our location also allows us to ship nationwide, extending our services beyond Bismarck and surrounding areas to customers across the country who need precision barrel work and gunsmithing.

We work extensively with barrel blanks, applying threading, chambering, and crowning processes that require both machining skill and firearm-specific knowledge. Understanding how chamber dimensions affect headspace, how thread engagement impacts suppressor alignment, and how crown geometry influences bullet exit—these considerations shape how we set up tooling and verify finished work.

When you contact us about custom work or product inquiries, you're communicating directly with the team doing the machining. We'll discuss your specifications, tolerances, and intended use so we can recommend the appropriate processes. If you're ordering production parts, we'll explain our quality control measures and lead times. For custom projects, we'll walk through the steps and keep you informed as work progresses.

Whether you need a single custom barrel threaded or production parts machined to specification, we're equipped to handle your project. Contact Straight Shot Gunsmithing to discuss your requirements and learn how our precision machining and firearm expertise can support your build or business.