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I’ve been debating in my head about what base gun to use for a build. One option is a Wilson.
Among other things, I want to have a Stan Chen gen 1 magwell installed, along with a Dawson light rail. These modifications are outside of what the Wilson shop is willing to do.
I can send the gun and parts off to an independent smith who would be more than happy and capable of doing the work. My main concern is that having another smith cut up the Wilson will void any warranty and Wilson will probably be unwilling to do any further work or service in the future. I’m capable of doing most fitting, troubleshooting, maintenance so the only thing I would not be able to handle on my own would be catastrophic like a crack in the frame or slide.
Thought or opinions? Am I overthinking this? Should I just go ahead and have an independent do the work that I want?
I have another gun in the inventory that could serve the same purpose but that one has a little more sentimental value and I would rather keep it for different build.
Among other things, I want to have a Stan Chen gen 1 magwell installed, along with a Dawson light rail. These modifications are outside of what the Wilson shop is willing to do.
I can send the gun and parts off to an independent smith who would be more than happy and capable of doing the work. My main concern is that having another smith cut up the Wilson will void any warranty and Wilson will probably be unwilling to do any further work or service in the future. I’m capable of doing most fitting, troubleshooting, maintenance so the only thing I would not be able to handle on my own would be catastrophic like a crack in the frame or slide.
Thought or opinions? Am I overthinking this? Should I just go ahead and have an independent do the work that I want?
I have another gun in the inventory that could serve the same purpose but that one has a little more sentimental value and I would rather keep it for different build.