Pioneer Gun Works

Pioneer Gun Works started in 2004 with a simple mission: make custom parts for cowboy action shooters. Founder Joe Alves brought 42 years of manufacturing experience as a machinist, mechanical engineer, and tool programmer—experience that shows in every part they design.

They make their own high-quality replacement parts:

• •Short-stroke kits (Standard and Super, $231 each)
• •Firing pin extensions and springs
• •Coil mainspring conversions for 1866/1873 rifles
• •Speed sights (carbine and rifle lengths)
• •Stainless steel followers and carriers
• •Replacement screws and specialty components

They also stock parts from Longhunter Shooting Supply and carry Bunkhouse Leather holsters and gear.

As of late 2024, their in-house gunsmith is back to accepting custom rifle work on a part-time basis. Services include:

• •Rifle action jobs: $400
• •Stage packages: Priced individually
• •Parts installation: $50/hour labor
• •General gunsmithing: $50/hour

Pioneer Gun Works caters to:

• •Cowboy action shooters
• •Lever-action rifle builders
• •Winchester 1866/1873 owners
• •Marlin rifle customizers
• •Ruger pistol enthusiasts
• •Shotgun shooters

"2024 was a rough year for so many of us but we have new visions and insight for how Pioneer Gun Works will fit into the new year and into the future."

• •Location: 2460 Harvest Ln, Springfield, OR 97477
• •Phone: 541-515-6084
• •Email: [email protected]