The Shop

Step inside the shop where precision-built firearms begin. Our work is powered by professional machining equipment including the HAAS TM-1P CNC mill with 4th and 5th axis capability, a HAAS TL-1 CNC lathe, a South Bend 10 Heavy 48″ lathe, Bridgeport milling machine, and a Harig surface grinder—each selected for its ability to hold tight tolerances and produce exceptional results. Material strength and consistency are verified with a Clark Rockwell hardness tester, while a Paragon HT22 heat-treating oven ensures proper hardening of critical components. Together, these tools form the foundation of our process, allowing us to produce precision firearm parts and custom-built rifles with uncompromising accuracy and quality.

Haas TL-1 CNC Lathe

Heat Treating Oven – Finishing Gun Parts for Strength & Durability

At Powers Metal Works, LLC, our heat treating oven is used to properly finish firearm components, enhancing their strength, durability, and wear resistance. This process is essential for ensuring critical gun parts perform reliably under stress while maintaining precise tolerances. By controlling heat and cooling cycles in-house, we’re able to deliver consistent, high-quality results that complement our precision machining and gunsmithing work. Every part is finished with the same attention to detail that defines our custom firearms.

Harig Surface Grinder – Precision Finishing

At Powers Metal Works, LLC, precision doesn’t stop at machining—it continues through the finishing process. Our Harig Surface Grinder allows us to achieve extremely flat, smooth, and precise surfaces on critical firearm components. This level of accuracy is essential for parts that require perfect fitment and consistent performance. Used in everything from action work to precision component finishing, the Harig grinder helps ensure every part meets the exacting standards required for high-performance firearms. Combined with decades of gunsmithing and machining experience, it’s another tool that supports the precision craftsmanship our shop is known for.

Heat Treating Oven – Finishing Gun Parts for Strength & Durability

Harig Surface Grinder – Precision Finishing

Haas TM-1 CNC Mill – Precision Firearm Machining

At Powers Metal Works, LLC, our Haas TM-1 CNC Mill plays a key role in producing precision firearm components and custom parts. This machine allows us to mill complex features with exceptional accuracy and repeatability, ensuring every component meets the tight tolerances required for high-performance firearms. From custom rifle components to detailed machining work, the Haas TM-1 helps us combine modern CNC technology with over 40 years of gunsmithing expertise to deliver precision, reliability, and craftsmanship in every project.

Precision Firearm Etching & Marking

At Powers Metal Works, LLC, our etching station allows us to add clean, precise markings to firearm components and custom builds. Whether it’s serial numbers, manufacturer markings, custom text, or detailed identification marks, our process ensures clear, professional results that meet both functional and aesthetic standards. This capability allows us to finish custom firearms and components with the same level of precision and craftsmanship that goes into every step of our machining and gunsmithing work.

Precision Firearm Engraving

At Powers Metal Works, LLC, our engraving station allows us to add detailed, permanent markings and custom engraving to firearms and components. From required manufacturer markings and serial numbers to personalized details and decorative work, engraving is completed with precision and care. This process ensures every firearm not only performs at the highest level but also carries the craftsmanship and attention to detail that defines our work