Uncle B's Gunsmithing LLC

Uncle B's Gunsmithing LLC Hi, my name is Brett Michel, founder and owner of Uncle B's Gunsmithing LLC. I've been a local hunter and fisherman since a very young age.

Providing safe, quality care and service to firearms and related equipment.

•Clean/inspect
•Repair
•Refinish/Restoration
•Cerakote
•FFL Transfer/Sales
•Barrel Threading
•Slow Rust Bluing
•Mount Optics & Zeroing
•Fit/Install Recoil Pad I spent 8 years in the United States Marine Corps where I served in the Infantry as a Heavy Machine Gunner 0331. After receiving an Honorable Discharge from the Corps, I pursued my education. I graduated and now work part-time as a Registered Nurse in a local ER. I also completed Gunsmith training at Penn Foster where I earned my Career Diploma in Gunsmithing. I’ve also spent many days over the years working alongside other gunsmiths. I am proud to hold the title of "Gunsmith." I have found something I truly enjoy doing. So, if you have gun work...bring it to me. I will treat your firearms as my own and give you honest, helpful advice. My goal is to provide safe, quality care for your firearms and related equipment. Services:

-Sales and Transfers
-Cleaning
-Parts Repair
-Reblue
-Wood Repair/Refinish
-Cerakote (oven and air cure)
-Barrel Threading
-Bolt Knob Enhancements
-Optics Install
-Customization and Upgrades
-Appraisal
-Restorations

Must know SOPs :

-Sales only on "Proceed" from NICS/background check.

-$25 FFL transfer fee

-Upon transfer from customer to Uncle B's Gunsmithing, an observation of previous damages will be recorded on paper diagram and require signature of customer, acknowledging existing damages prior to transfer.

-Cerakote prices can change depending on application type/size/assembly/reassembly/paint choice

Dragged myself out on the range to find the proper load. It’s still hot out there, but it felt good to stretch my legs. ...
10/16/2026

Dragged myself out on the range to find the proper load. It’s still hot out there, but it felt good to stretch my legs. Slow and steady, got it done. Now time to kick that foot up and rest! Happy

Years ago I owned a Ta**us Armas JUDGE .410/45LC revolver, but I sold it…and always kicked myself for that. Well, Ta**us...
10/12/2026

Years ago I owned a Ta**us Armas JUDGE .410/45LC revolver, but I sold it…and always kicked myself for that. Well, Ta**us has updated the classic for their 20th year anniversary since releasing the model. It sports a more modern look with a few upgrades. It sure was fun to shoot out on the range. Happy hunting!

Thats was a fun trip with Davin Myers in 2022. In the house slippers!!!
09/09/2026

Thats was a fun trip with Davin Myers in 2022. In the house slippers!!!

I hate to do this, especially this time of year. Had a freak accident occur today. While removing tile from a bathroom d...
09/01/2026

I hate to do this, especially this time of year. Had a freak accident occur today. While removing tile from a bathroom demo project, a piece of sharp tile caused a deep laceration to my shin. I’m admitted to the hospital for a simple surgery in the morning, but I’m not sure what the recovery phase will look like. I’ll post updates in time.

I will not be taking in any further work as my bench is already full. I’ll see how the next couple weeks go and attempt to accommodate whatever work I can, when I can. Thanks for your patience and understanding. This is the last thing I wanted to happen before the season cranks up.

What’s your go-to rod and reel? I feel like I can catch anything on this combo! An old Abu Garcia Fishing Ambassadeur 50...
07/22/2026

What’s your go-to rod and reel? I feel like I can catch anything on this combo! An old Abu Garcia Fishing Ambassadeur 5000 I reworked years ago on a fresh Ugly Stik is my first choice. Nothing fancy, not expensive, but reliable. It just gets the job done! Cleaned up, fresh braid, and leader attached…ready to hit the water! Happy hunting…and

I won’t be taking in any further work until the second week of August. A family member will be having a scheduled surger...
07/17/2026

I won’t be taking in any further work until the second week of August. A family member will be having a scheduled surgery, and I plan to be present for that and the recovery period. Thanks for your patience and understanding. I will continue to work on current projects and disposition them upon completion.

This one was a unique project. application with stencils and clay masking. Clean and full of character…ready to hit th...
07/16/2026

This one was a unique project. application with stencils and clay masking. Clean and full of character…ready to hit the range!

CERAKOTE®

07/15/2026

Stay tuned! This will be a unique one! CERAKOTE®

A fellow gunsmith gave me some advice. “You may have to get rough with it.”This old *****on pump-rifle came in for an...
07/08/2026

A fellow gunsmith gave me some advice. “You may have to get rough with it.”

This old *****on pump-rifle came in for and needed to be disassembled. This stubborn thing would not give. I soaked it in kroil for days/weeks, ultrasonic baths, heated with a torch, hammered, placed it in my neighbors deep-freezer, and soaked in penetrating oil some more.

“You may have to get rough with it.”

Enter THE ALMIGHTY PIPE WRENCH! 🔧

This is not a daily tool of the gunsmith, but I would be lying if I told you that this was the first time I’ve used it in this line of work.

It did the deed but left its mark.

A quick trip to the lathe and I removed the damage that was done. The part was inspected and tested for function. It will be finish with CERAKOTE® with the other metal parts. Now, I can move on with this project!

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Lafayette, LA
70508

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