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Northwest Airguns
PA
•Northwest Airguns is run by Jonathan Brooks, an airgun mechanic and machinist with decades of hands-on experience repairing, restoring, and modifying pellet and BB guns. Brooks attended the Lassen College Summer NRA Gunsmithing program under master airgunsmith Randy Bimrose, plus additional general ...
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Northwest Airguns is run by Jonathan Brooks, an airgun mechanic and machinist with decades of hands-on experience repairing, restoring, and modifying pellet and BB guns. Brooks attended the Lassen College Summer NRA Gunsmithing program under master airgunsmith Randy Bimrose, plus additional general gunsmithing classes.
- •Vintage airgun repair on select models (contact for specifics)
- •Restoration work on classic Benjamin and Sheridan air rifles
- •Custom modifications including trigger work and performance upgrades
- •Technical documentation and guidance for DIY airgun work
- •Machine work for custom tools and parts
Brooks started Northwest Airguns because he experienced the same frustration many airgunners face: trying to work on equipment without coherent, reliable repair information. His mission is straightforward—help people maintain and rebuild their own airguns safely, or connect them with qualified repair work.
Contact via email: [email protected] or use the contact form on their website. Response time varies based on workload.
- •Benjamin 312, 310, 317, 340/342/347 series
- •Sheridan Model A and other pump-pneumatic rifles
- •Benjamin Marauder (semi-auto)
- •Record trigger assembly and disassembly
- •Classic Crosman pistols and rifles
Brooks maintains an active YouTube channel covering:
- •Complete teardowns and reassembly of vintage airguns
- •SHOT Show coverage and product reviews
- •Tool making (custom valve tools, trigger tools, etc.)
- •Modification tutorials for popular platforms like the Crosman 1377
- •New product reviews and airgun accessories
The YouTube channel is the primary content hub now; the blog has been consolidated to reduce duplication.
"Airguns provide a great outlet for those of us who enjoy the kinder, gentler side of the shooting sports."
Brooks brings a personal connection to his work—he grew up with Benjamin pump rifles, riding his bike with the gun across the handlebars, searching for bottles to fund more pellets. This informs his drive to keep classic airguns out of the dump and in working condition.
Northwest Airguns maintains a trusted list of other qualified airgun repair specialists for models they don't handle:
| Shop | Specialist | Location | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac1 Airgun Shop | Tim McMurray | Signal Hill, CA | Sheridan/Benjamin rebuilds, US Field Target competition rifles |
| Precision Pellet | Rick Willnecker | New Park, PA | Most vintage makes, hard-to-find parts |
| Baker Airguns | Dennis Baker | Mt. Victory, OH | Full repair services, parts inventory |
| Peter Built | Mike Baker | Cornville, AZ | Experienced airgunsmith, extensive parts |
Brooks emphasizes that proper tools often make the difference between successful repair and endless frustration. He covers tools alongside airguns—overlooked but essential for anyone working on their own equipment. Custom valve tools and specialized disassembly tools are featured in his video content with detailed dimension drawings.