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DSC Gunworks
Holland, MI
•DSC Gunworks is a gunsmith operation focused exclusively on the 1911 and 2011 platform. Owner Dave Simcik runs the shop with his team from Holland, Michigan. They don't have a retail storefront—everything moves through their online system or by appointment—but they handle serious custom work across ...
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DSC Gunworks is a gunsmith operation focused exclusively on the 1911 and 2011 platform. Owner Dave Simcik runs the shop with his team from Holland, Michigan. They don't have a retail storefront—everything moves through their online system or by appointment—but they handle serious custom work across the 1911 ecosystem.
Cerakote Frame & Slide Coating — $85 for frame service. Single-color jobs run 1-3 weeks. Multi-color or camo finishes (Woodland, Desert, Multicam Hybrid, OCP, M85, Bottomland, Tiger Stripe, Vintage Duck, Flecktarn, Geometric, Digital, Berezka, Battleworn, Topographical, Damascus, Kryptek, Desert Storm Chocolate Chip) take 3-6 weeks. If you're sending a complete pistol or frame with internals, you need to add their Overhaul Service. Stripped parts only don't require it.
Drop-In Barrels — Each barrel is custom-made and hand-fitted to their shop models before coating. Comp barrel kits typically run 5-7 weeks. Stainless threaded and bull barrels usually ship in 2 weeks. Any coated barrel hits the 5-7 week window. If fitment issues arise, free custom fitting comes with the order.
Porting Services — Standard porting, internal trigger work, and optic cuts average 3 weeks. Slide needs to come without the optic installed.
Optic Cuts — Available for various footprints. Slide only, optic removed, internals left in place. You cannot re-cut a slide that's already been milled for a different optic footprint—that's a hard stop.
Barrel Options Include: - Threaded barrels (various lengths) - Bull barrels (stainless, coated) - Compensated barrels (comp kits) - Sight block barrels (XC Edition) - Flush cut reverse crown barrels
Slide Windows & Lightening Cuts — Factory lightening cuts and window services. Slide only, internals stay in.
Action Jobs & Internal Work — Bottom half only; remove top half.
Conversions & Custom Machining — Complex builds run 8-12 weeks. Custom work may shift timelines without notice.
Laser Engraving — Handled by Anna Simcik on the customer service side.
Surface Treatments — Barrels, slides, frames, or small parts get minimum 4-week turnaround, average 5-6 weeks.
1. Browse Services & Products on their website 2. Select what you want 3. Add to cart 4. Apply discount codes (LEO/VET/MIL/First Responder discounts available—contact for code) 5. Checkout with billing/shipping info 6. Get confirmation email 7. Ship your parts or firearm to their FFL location
Payment is due before work begins.
Include a copy of your driver's license with complete pistols or frames. Ship to: Dave Simcik, 270 W 21st Street, Holland, Michigan 49423
Legal Requirements: - Use a carrier authorized for firearms (UPS, FedEx, local FFL) - Adult signature required - Don't label the package with firearms contents - Include your name, contact info, or order number to avoid delays
Return Shipping Policy: - If you sent through a local FFL, DSC ships back to that FFL - If UPS/FedEx, return address must match your driver's license - Return shipping may be required for complete builds/serialized parts for insurance purposes
- •California Customers: As of 2026, all California orders must ship through a California-licensed FFL dealer. After checkout, DSC will contact you to collect FFL information. They won't ship directly to residential addresses in California.
| Service | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Single-color Cerakote | 1-3 weeks |
| Multi-color/Camo Cerakote | 3-6 weeks |
| Standard Porting/Optic Cuts/Trigger Work | ~3 weeks |
| Comp Barrel Kits | 5-7 weeks |
| Stainless Threaded/Bull Barrels | ~2 weeks |
| Coated Barrels | 5-7 weeks |
| Laser Engraving | 1-4 weeks |
| Surface Treatments (slide/barrel/frame) | 4-6 weeks |
| Conversions/Extreme Machining | 8-12 weeks |
Stainless variants ship faster than coated options. Custom laser work varies. Each project is different—DSC prioritizes quality over speed.
Dave Simcik (Gunsmith/Owner) 📞 616-836-3312 📍 270 W 21st Street, Holland, Michigan 49423
Anna Simcik (Sales, Customer Service, Laser Engraving) 📧 [email protected] 📞 269-355-3864
Deb Simcik (Shipping/Receiving, FFL Transfers) 📧 [email protected] 📞 616-886-7497
Drop-off and pick-up available by appointment only. No walk-ins without arrangement.
Products (Barrels, Comps, etc.): - No returns on used or modified drop-in barrels - Refunds not available on custom-manufactured barrels - DSC inspects and test-fits everything before shipping - Issues after delivery: contact DSC to resolve
Services (Machining, Porting, Cerakote): - Custom work is non-refundable and not traditionally warrantied - If issues arise, contact DSC—they'll review and work to meet their standards - Most DSC services void manufacturer warranties
Limitations: Can't re-cut slides already milled for different optics. Won't tri-top certain slide models (like Prodigy Gen 2) if remaining material thickness becomes unsafe (under 0.020"). These are ethical gunsmithing decisions, not policy friction.
"The fit and finish are flawless. Looks great, straight, no rough machine lines or burrs." — Grant (on DPO Optic Cut)
"Drops right in, locks up, cycles, and runs perfect. 250 rounds same day, zero malfunctions." — Review on DSC Threaded Barrel
"This thing is on point! Immediately checked fitment and compared with OEM barrel. Shot it at the range and it feels like a completely new gun." — Richard A. (on Comp Barrel Kit)
"1000+ rounds through the new barrel with zero malfunctions. 1-1.5 inch ragged hole groups at 13 yards. Ordering another." — Joe Dwyer (on Bull Barrel)
DSC has 175+ reviews on their site emphasizing fit, finish, accuracy improvements, and fast shipping.
DSC Gunworks is a Lifetime Member of the NRA.
- •Payment Methods: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa