Why is gun fit important? The most successful shooters are so comfortable handling their gun that it is as if it is an extension of their body. All shooters should strive for this! This level of comfort is achieved through a combination of good instruction, practice, experience, consistency and of course, gun fit. A consistent gun mount is critical for a gun fitter to achieve accurate dimensions. This is one challenge when trying to work with new shooters...
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Check out the latest article by Shep Kelly recently published the August / September issue of ClayShootingUSA. We enjoyed working with Shep on this project! Feel free to contact us to learn more about our custom work.
View full article →Considering buying a clay target gun? Whether you are a new shooter or even a more experienced shooter there are so many choices and conflicting information and this can be confusing. If you're considering an all purpose shotgun it is really important to understand what you are buying and why. Although every shooter has a budget, remember when shopping for a gun, price does not necessarily correlate to quality, durability or play a part in the actual suitability of a gun for a particular shooter or the sport in which they intend to participate. You can pay a tremendous amount of money for a gun and not shoot any better than you would a more economical version. With that said, quality manufacturing and durability are critical.
View full article →Cole Gunsmithing has spent 35 years perfecting our niche in the Italian shotgun world; we've stayed true to our roots and built relationships with many Italian vendors and manufacturers allowing us to bring the very best products and services to our customers. Our business is growing and we continue to look for ways to expand our offerings and improve the experience for our clients and customers. We are grateful for the support we continue to receive from all over the country (and beyond) - since we know actions speak louder than words we are always looking for ways to say "thank you". Long known as the best place to have your fine shotgun repaired or modified, we'd also like folks to think of us first when buying their new gun. Let us be the 'one- stop shop' for all of your shotgun needs- Why wouldn't you buy your Benelli, Beretta, Caesar Guerini, Fabarm or Perazzi Shotgun from an Italian Shotgun Specialist? Our prices are very competetive and we know these guns inside and out. From initial fitting/ consultation, purchase, modification/ customization and service for years to come, we've got you covered.
Here are a few of the benefits of our new Cole Customer Loyalty Program:
1) If needed, we can provide a complimentary fitting/ consultation to ensure you get the proper gun and fit.
2) For Beretta and Perazzi Shotguns we'll provide complimentary labor on the 1st annual service and inspection.
3)10% off many clothing and accessory items for one year!
Call our Maine or Florida shop to order your new gun and learn more about the 'Cole Experience'.
As a Beretta master gunsmith and craftsman, periodically Rich Cole partners with Beretta to design special production runs of 680 series shotguns with many special features. These “Specials” are available only to our customers. These guns represent outstanding quality and value in an upgraded sporting gun which is a privilege to own and shoot.
Our latest Cole Specials have options for a variety of shooters. They are 12 gauge with either 30” or 32” barrels. They are available in two stock styles, either with a parallel (slightly higher comb) stock or a traditional sporting stock in beautiful grade 3 or 4 walnut. These stocks are finished in traditional hand- rubbed oil or enhanced Timberluxe finish. A palm-swell grip is also featured for the right handed shooter.
These upgraded guns come with a polished blue receiver and Beretta’s state-of-the-art Optima HP barrels and choke tubes designed for lower recoil and improved pattern performance. A custom, leather- trimmed Italian-made Negrini case is also included and complements this fine shotgun.
Additional options include a case color hardened receiver or customers can select an engraved action, hand- engraved in the studio of one of Italy’s master engraver’s, Stefano Pedretti. Call to order your custom engraving or to request photos of the different guns not yet on our website!